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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1908

Page

7

Dairymen Protest Sanitary Rules in Seattle Area

Health officials Crichton and Hansen faced about 250 dairymen at Mystic Auburn meeting. Producers allege restrictions hurt milk supplies and push for sanitation. several speakers opposed penalties while others urged stricter sanitary measures.

Hebi Auburn OB. Crichton Seattle Mystic Dr. Crichton Tsad Ten R Fe Sanitary Pme State Dairy Commis

Dairymen Propose Banner Dairy Association Plan

Dairy leaders at Auburn protested disease charge claims about milk and urged tighter safeguards. A committee was named to form a dairymen association and draft resolutions for a July 4 meeting at Auburn, with Judge W. H. White chairing and members from Redmond Auburn and Green River.

Camiton Crichtewaa Dairymen Auburn W. H. White Redmond Fred Ness Walter Neas Robert Bridges Orilia Oscar Christopherson C. W. Lockridge W. W. Brown Green River

Taxpayers oppose Twelfth av regrade plan and form association

District residents forming the Taxpayers Protective Association vow to challenge the proposed Twelfth Avenue regrade in court. Led by L. Witlets and George F. Rowe, the group plans a $1 per taxpayer assessment, with over $2,000 pledged. They accuse real estate interests of railroad ing the petition and say the plan would force many to move due to raising the street 12 feet and adjacent properties. A mass meeting is set for next Tuesday at 1010 Pike, with EK. Norman hired to recruit members.

Taxpayers’ Protective Association L. Witlets Miles H. Jones George F. Rowe Geo. F. Rowe Elity Pew

Strive to Unite North and South Movement in Tennessee

A movement to unite the North and South for social solidarity and national discussion began at Chattanooga's interstate club meeting. Prominent figures taking interest include President Roosevelt, William J. Bryan, Vice President Fairbanks, Secretary Root, Speaker Cannon, and Secretary Taft. A large tract across the Tennessee River from Lookout Mountain will host a club house.

United Press Chattanooga Tenn Terstate Club Roosevelt Wm. J. Bryan Fairbanks Root Cannon Taft Club Tennessee River Lookout Mountain

Hodge Runs for Sheriff in Local Race

Deputy Sheriff Robert T. Hodge of Black Diamond announces his candidacy for sheriff. He pledges economical administration, strict law enforcement, and serving the people if elected, noting his 1903 deputy tenure and Scotland birth. He faces opposition from politicians who seek office for personal gain.

Robert T. Hodge Black Diamond Sher Hodge Star Scotland Mr. Hodge

Councilmen in Hot Water Over Impeachment Plot

Reports from Munich indicate United Tacos style tensions as plans surface to impeach Mayor John W Linck over the restricted district issue. Officials say several councilmen face conspiracy charges with abundant proofs and boast of impeaching the mayor.

United Tacos Munich John W Linck Linck

Ambergris Found Near Cape Flattery by Mary

The fishing schooner Mary, cruising outside Cape Flattery, found ambergris valued at about 000. After sighting the whaler Orion nearby and killing eight flocking birds feeding on the substance, the crew retrieved the ambergris and brought it to Ambergris Port Townsend for sale.

Port Townsend Mary Cape Flattery Cape Orion

Strawberry Picnic and Dance at Wildwood Park

Sunday event at Wildwood Park invites everyone to a strawberry picnic and dance with round trip including dance for 26 cents. Steamers Wildweed and Haas, Lesohi Park serve as pickup points.

Wildwood Park Wildweed and Haas Lesohi Park

Baker Sustains Neck Stab Wounds Aboard Haroside

Colin Falla a baker was stabbed twice in the neck by Sam Rusdin second cook aboard the cableship Haroside docked at Tacoma after midnight Rusdin drunked threw dishes then attacked Falla who tried to restrain him A jury found Rusdin guilty of assault and battery with a $100 fine.

Colin Falla Tacoma Sam Rusdin Rusdin Fallap Ness

Grand Jury Declines Indictment Of Leavengood In Timber Lands Case

The federal grand jury at Portland failed to indict C. Leavengood, a prominent timber cruiser, accused of using the United States mail to fraudulently obtain funds. He argued the California & Oregon Railroad grant intended sale to settlers, while railroad control by Harriman sought to evade the law for timber land value. Senator Tillman and others were implicated in a motive to push court action to relinquish lands. Attorney Lafferty represents Leavengood, his daughter, and others in related proceedings.

Leavengood Portland Beattie California & Oregon Railroad Company Harriman Aald Grass Jury Tillman South Carolina Clemens Senate Lafferty W. Leavenworth S. H. B Sheiby J. W. Campbell

Ohio Safe and All Are Well Despite Ice

Cable advices from Frank Waterhouse report the Ohio 150 miles south of Nome in ice but safe with all aboard. The steel ship is suited for ice and will not buck ice. captain to return to St. Lawrence Island until ice breaks. Waterhouse orders Nome agents to dispatch Corwin or Montara or other vessel to aid.

Frank Waterhouse Ohio Nome St. Lawrence Island Corwin Montara

Deckhand Swindles Investor After Bearer Check Loss

Henry Heinze of Hainnon Jefferson County trusted a deckhand on the steamer State of Washington with a bearer check for 590 dollars tied to a land sale. The deckhand allegedly cashed the endorsed check in Seattle and disappeared, after receiving a letter and passbook.

Port Townsend Henry Heinze Hainnon Jefferson County State of Washington Heinze Seattle

CANDIDATES FOR THE BOARD IN RISING COUNTY RACE

Candidates for the county commissioner race include T P Fay a real estate dealer G F Zimmerman a grain and commission merchant and James Fullerton a reform minded contender Zimmermann a former civil service board member is described as a respected businessman living in the Fourth ward for 18 years Fullerton Sketched as a forceful critic of monopolies he argues for plain dealing in county funds and roads Fay is praised as energetic and likely to enter the race Fullerton presents a detailed platform advocating road building anti gambling and licensure reform while stressing independence from “public crib eaters” and a strict stance on whisky sale and regulation.

T. P. Fay G. F. Zimmerman James Fullerton Zimmerman Civil Service Board Moore Mr. Fullerton Kirkland Seattle Electric Company T. P. Pay Green Lake District Board of County Commissioners Fay Fullerton Rune

Safe and Profitable Ventures Guide for Investors

A concise guide outlines safe investment principles and profitable approaches for beginners. It highlights diversification, risk assessment, and long term strategies while cautioning against high risk schemes and hype. Practical steps include researching funds, seeking fiduciaries, and sticking to transparent fee structures.

Portland Man Elected President of Railway Association

John Butterworth of Portland won the presidency of the Railway Malassociation Eighth division after ballots sent by postage. The election, held by annual vote among Pacific coast state offices, concluded with his selection for the ensuing year.

Portland Ore Pacific Coast States John Butterworth

Women Work At Polls In Tennessee Prohibition Drive

Women and children march in Nashville in a long street parade to influence voters as primaries open. Memphis and other cities also see large demonstrations while supporters back Carmack for governor amid local issues. Hundreds assist at polls across Memphis Nashville Knoxville Chattanooga Jackson Clarksville and more.

United Press Nashville Tenn Memphis Memphia United States Carmack Knoxville Chattanooga Jackson Clarksville

Brekke Points to Boarding House Altercation

L O Brekke of 406 Union St reports a dispute with former landlady Minnie Anderson of 404 Union St. He says he refused to leave the boarding house Thursday night until paid 70 for carpentry and plumbing. He alleges a clock struck him and a washbasin splashed him as furniture moved during the altercation. Anderson was arrested for disorderly conduct but discharged in police court yesterday afternoon.

L. O. Brekke Minnie Anderson John B. Gordon Hrekke Mins Andreson Miss Read Whitehead The Prosecuting Attorney's

Navy Yard Opens For Visitors To See Rhode Island

Visitors may tour the navy yard daily to view the Atlantic fleet including the battleship Rhode Island in the dry dock. Boats depart from pier 2 at the foot of Yesterday Way ten times daily. Round trip fare is 60 cents.

Navy Yard Rhode Island Yester Way

Local Woman Alleges Brekke Owes Her Money

In police court Miss Anderson explains Brekke did a small job for her and questions his charges. She asserts she would not have applied for the task, claiming it was not worth the price and that Brekke owes her money.

Mr. Brekke

Unions Hold Large Meeting At Labor Temple

Building Trades council met last night with a large turnout of delegates. Trade conditions were reported as good across unions. Building Laborers plan to elect officers next Monday. Most members are currently at work. Seattle Central Labor council issued the quarterly working card for July through September. The card is used by members of 70 unions. A branch of the Amalgamated So-

Building Trades Council Labor Temple The Building Laborers’ Union Seattle Central Labor Council Electrical Workers’ Union

Seattle Labor Unions Report Widespread Trade Improvement

The Society of Carpenters and Joiners of America shows growth from 75 members in Seattle to 75 000 nationwide with near 1 000 000 in paid-up benefits. Building Trades leaders report idle bricklayers none exist and the Labor temple reads as a barometer of steadier conditions with few idle men. Cooks and Electrical Workers unions held well attended meetings noting improved trade. Sanitary Wagon Drivers plan a Labor temple gathering tonight.

Ciety of Carpenters and Joiners of America Seatte Labor Temple Seattle

John Wall Sentenced 90 Days in County Jail

John Wall received a 90 day jail term from Judge A W Frater after breaking into the Afro American club on May 1 18 and taking 50 from a till leading to a petit larceny charge.

John Wall A. W. Frater

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