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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1906
Page
4
A towering granite monument in Centerville Pa honors five locals and is funded by a solitary bachelor who spent his fortune of twenty five thousand dollars. The piece argues monuments are built by deeds and influence, not stone, and lauds lasting impact from scientists scholars philanthropists statesmen and humble workers alike.
The piece reflects on a Roosevelt epigram praising equal rights before the law and denouncing privilege. It argues that government must serve the masses not the classes, and predicts the man with the patch will push for equal privileges against dollar influence.
The Star invites readers to submit acceptable material for the Star Dust column with original content. The note recalls local quirks like the Totem Pole and water trough, mentioning Beattie and T. Wildemann of 1236 EK Spruce St as context.
A crowded streetcar scene features fare collection by Jacob Furth and a conspiratorial whisper about money. A separate piece by Geo. T. Thompson describes a Seattle landmark near the aquere, likened to a telegraph pole, with jokes about De Pew and guarded by a fence amid theft rumors.
Fireman J B Babe Little was cleared by the civil service commission for his actions when applying for admission to the department regarding an early conviction. The board found his earnest effort to reform worthy of appreciation and decided not to discipline him.
Portland June 15 three members of the nonunion crew of the steam freighter Johan Paulson were shot in an attempt by two loaded boats of armed union men to force them off the Weasel. Captain Levinson reached his ship and fired a rifle to deter further hostilities. Aberdeen June 13 Captain Erickson of the steamer Newburg hid four nomad crew to prevent union sailors from taking them aboard in San Francisco. Longshoremen shortage may force Centralia Blade mill to close leaving 961 out of work.
A sneak thief entered the apartment of O. S. Jones at the Wilmon House, 214 James, yesterday and carried off a lady's suit and four shirt waists in the evening hour.
London June 15 A dinner and reception in honor of Mr and Mrs Nicholas Longworth was hosted by Ambassador and Mrs at Dorchester House. Prominent British officials and King Edward attended.
A home at 2123 6thay was entered yesterday afternoon and a child's bank containing about $10 was stolen.
DMWTROIT reports Gov. Fred M. Werner was renominated by Republicans while W. N. Ferrie secured the Democratic nomination in yesterday’s primary. Philadelphia details note a 12-year-old son of Charles Muth, a jeweler, was kidnaped from school by an unknown assailant.
A vintage ad touts satisfied customers as powerful word of mouth for a beer firm and urges joining an account. It promotes summer outfits including hats, shoes, and furnishings with prices from 12 to 15 dollars and highlights a broad display of latest ideas in apparel.
Mrs Moses Kaufmann wife of a millionaire brewer is jailed on murder charges in Sioux Falls South Dakota. The deceased domestic worker Agnes Potreia died under peculiar circumstances and was found badly beaten when exhumed. The case hinges on evidence from the recent exhumation and related statements.
A social event at Alki Point invites attendees to take the Flyer dock for a music filled evening on the good floor with heat of tunes and a lively crowd awaiting a fine time.
The annual meeting of the association will be held tomorrow with President A Frost expected to attend. Delegates from the east are also anticipated to join the gathering.
A sneak thief stole nine pounds of leaf tobacco from Mrs. J. M. Cohen at 1714 Belleview yesterday. The incident occurred at her residence, and the loss is under police notice.
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