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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1908

Page

7

City Wing OPPo the Weat t at mens A

Fragments indicate a local sports brief noting a city wing event in a men s A division. Information is incomplete and does not provide clear teams, place, or outcomes for a full summary.

Republicans Rally As Taft Roosevelt Divide Emerges

In Washington June 16 Taft met Roosevelt at the White House for talks amid questions on the vice presidential race. Taft said he would wait for the presidential nomination to settle, while Roosevelt indicated no public political stance. The convention adjourned for the day after electing temporary officers and planning sessions, with labor leaders pressing anti Plank against GOP support.

Washington Taft Roosevelt White House National Association Weentan

Convention notes reveal quiet seat and cautious vice pick

Senator Depew slips into his seat unseen as Borah denies nominating Roosevelt. A press telegraph flow threads White House, Taft, and Cortelyou offices. Delegates see California prune blitz as Taft camp considers a middle nominee avoiding extremes.

Constable Houghton Holds Man Over Fatal Shooting

Stanley W. Houghton son of ex Congressman is detaining Hironymous Hartman after Hartman, long terrorizing the Mojave river district, resisted arrest for assaulting a 16 year old girl. Hartman was out on bail and allegedly bullies Oro Grande before the clash. Houghton, district constable, likely to be released soon.

United Press Ban Bernardino Cal Stanley W. Houghton Houghton Hironymous Hartman Mojave River Hartman Oro Grande

Auto Plunges Into River In Fatal Crash

New York wire report says a pleasure party of six rode in an auto that sped down West 56th Street and leaped from an open pier into the North River. Four occupants were drowned Adeline Berdan 19 Rose Coleman 23 John Coleman Virginia Knight. Chauffeur John Maller escaped by swimming to safety after the car sank with the others.

United Press New York Weat 56Th St North River Adeline Berdan Rose Coleman John Coleman Virginia Knight John Maller

Hanging at Deer Lodge for Guard Murder

George J. Rock was hanged at Deer Lodge penitentiary for the March murder of John A. Robinson, the prison head guard. One accomplice awaits death, the other sentenced to life imprisonment.

Officials say canal project proceeds despite high court ruling

County officials insist the Supreme Court decision invalidating the proposed $500,000 bond will not delay Lake Washington canal work. They argue the already nearly completed $1,000,000 special assessment will fully fund the project and ensure a usable canal for practical needs.

Supreme Court Lake Washington

Death notices listing several individuals by name and age

Death notices published yesterday report C. K. R. Phillips 21 at Pacific hospital James Wood 79 cook 3424 Albion place Mrs Lottie E Main 42 726 Kilbourne et Stephen Sutliff 69 2027 17th av W O A Pulette 63 Providence hospital Jacob Jacobson 44 Wayside Emer Elien Jenkins Minor hospital

C. K R. Phillips Pacific Hospital James Wood.cook Albion Place Lottie E. Main Kilbourne Et Stephen Sutliff 17Th Av. W O. A. Pulette Providence Hospital Jacob Jacobson Wayside Emer Elien Jenkins

Trains Resume Timely Service and Northern Pacific Reopens

Trains on the Great Northern line reach the city only an hour behind schedule while the Northern Pacific line is open to Missoula Montana. Officials anticipate full line reopening within three days.

Great Northern Missoula Mont

Mt. Baker and Shuksan Shares For Sale At 7 Cents

H. M. Herrin & Co. at 610 First Ave lists 1 006 shares of Mt. Baker and Shuksan stock for sale at 7 percent per share. The notice states the price per share and quantity available.

H. M. Herrin & Co First Mt. Baker and Shuksan Eee the Crown Clothing Co

Prowler Sentenced to the Chain Gang

John C. Mather also known as John Fabricious John Frost and John Ward with a long criminal record was sentenced by Police Judge John Gordon to 63 days on the chain gang after a Pike district early morning arrest by Patrolman Rooney.

John C. Mather John Fabricious John Frost John Ward John

Class Day Observed At State University Ceremony

Class day exercises were held at 10 o'clock on the state university campus with performances by the university orchestra readings by Mayme Miller William A. Mowbry Lela Martis Adair Rembert Kate Gress David Staiger and Sey mour Stone. A senior reception followed at 2 o'clock in the Administration building and the alumni banquet was scheduled for 6:20 p.m. in Clarke hall dining room with about two hundred graduates expected.

State University University Orchestra Mayme Miller Clase Oration William A. Mowbry Lela Martis Adair Rembert Kate Gress Spade David Staiger Ivy Oration Seymour Stone Clarke Hall Alugni Univer

Temperance Union Plans July Fourth Picnic at Woodland Park

The Temperance union of the city arranged a program for a picnic at Woodland Park on July 4. Athletic events and water sports will be staged with concerts after noon and in the evening. Prominent speakers have been secured to address the gathering.

The Temperance Union of Woodland Park

Jury discharged in murder trial of Hud Barnes in Walla Walla

In Walla Walla on June 16 the judge discharged jurors after they admitted considering punishment for Hud Barnes in the Anna Aldrich murder case. The verdict was 9 to 3 for first degree conviction, and trial resumes on June 24. The report ends with an ad fragment noting a 25 percent off fishing rods at Mall's on First Ave.

Walla Walla Hud Barnes Anna Aldrich

Commencement Events and Evening Reception Details

The class gathers on campus with refreshment booths and an informal program including songs and tributes to buildings, student activities, and the new era. Commencement exercises are scheduled tomorrow at 4:36 PM in the Administration Building. A tea was held yesterday afternoon and a reception hosted by Dr and Mrs Franklin Kane followed in the evening with several faculty and guests in attendance.

Anty Parewell M. Peart Parnett John Campbell George Spirk Howard Gillette Thomas Franklin Kane Av. N. E

Bankers to Meet at North Yakima This Week

The Washington State Bankers' association schedules its annual meeting in North Yakima on Thursday and Friday. About 26 leading bankers from this city will depart by special car tomorrow night for North Yakima, with J. & Chilberg leading the delegation.

Washington State Bankers’ Association North Yakima J. & Chilberg

Murder suspect released in Morrison case in Canada

J Adair, captured at White Rock on Morrison murder charges, proved innocent and was freed after the Morrison girl identified him as not the man. Four more suspects remain jailed in Blaine while authorities extend the cross border search. A bundle of old clothes near Hazelmere is the latest clue.

United Press Bellingham J. Adair White Rock Morrison Himsself Adair Blaine Hazelmere

Fruit Stand Fined for Selling Decayed Strawberries

J. E. Mallen owner of a Pike Place fruit stand was fined ten dollars by Police Judge John B. Gorden for selling decayed fruit.

J. E. Mallen Pike Place John B. Gorden

Sheriff Treasury Drains on Crime Chases

In Seattle, Deputy Sheriff Burt Thompson and Captain William F. Laubecher face a halt in pursuing fugitives after submitting expense accounts. State Auditor C. W. Clausen notes all funds for the effort are exhausted and an appropriation from the next legislature is needed. Vouchers will be kept for safekeeping.

Sheriffs Office Burt Thompson William F. Laubecher Frank Seattle Reacher C. W. Clausen L. 8. Smith

Man Fires At Son-in-Law In Narrow Escape

A man objecting to visits from his son in law Charles Prim shot three times at Isham Beasley last night. Beasley, described as a negro, fled unharmed from the incident at 2019 Eighth avenue.

Charles Prim Eighth Av Isham Beasley Beasley

Big cut on Fishing Rods Hall's First Ave sale

A brief sale notice notes a large reduction on fishing rods at Hall's store located on First Avenue. The advertisement suggests limited stock and discounted prices during a local clearance event.

Hall's

Loeb denies resignation to take railroad post

Washington June 16 William Loeb Jr secretary to President Roosevelt denies plans to resign and accept the presidency of the Washington Street Railway Company He asserts no effort was made for the post and he will remain at the White House until Roosevelt’s term ends next March.

Borah Idaho Roose Washington Wm. Loeb, Jr Roosevelt Washington St. Railway Company Loeb White House

Chamber of Commerce Elects Officers

John H. McGraw, former governor, was reelected for a fourth term as Seattle Chamber of Commerce president at yesterday's board reorganization. C. B. Yandell was reelected secretary and praised by the board.

John H. McGraw Seattle Chamber of Commerce Board of Trustees C. B. Yandell

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