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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1915

Page

5

Downright Piano Snaps and Easy Terms at Eilers House

Bargain piano sale advertises new and used uprights and player pianos at steep discounts. Brands include Stein, Decker, Lester, Steger & Sons, Eierson, Kingsbury, Kranich & Bach, Marshall & Wendell, Strohber, Smith & Barnes, Ebersole, Weber, Autopiano and more. Limited stock, prices from about 100 to 650 with free bench and music. Sale urged for Tuesday or Wednesday at Ellers Music House, Third and University.

House of Eilers Jacob Doll Lester Armstrong Chickering Ellers Music House Third University

Gunn Sentenced to Prison for Stock Fraud in Sumas State

Gunn formerly of Seattle was sentenced to two to years for fraudulent stock manipulation in the Sumas State case. He was placed under guardless transfer to Sheriff Stewart for commitment papers to Walla Walla as he left for the penitentiary. Bail was set at 2,000 dollars. The service for John B. Taylor of Taylor's Mill was held at Grace Church with nearly 1,000 attendees.

Bellingham Wash Jone Gunn Seattle Sumas States Penite Stewart Walla Otten John 8. Taylor

One Egg Muffins From Mrs Janet McKenzie Hill

Muffins by Mrs Janet McKenzie Hill edited for the Boston Cooking School era describe simple one egg muffins. The method notes quick preparation with baking the batch overnight and baking them in the morning.

Janet McKenzie Hill Boston

Charlton to Stand Trial for Wife Murder in Italy

United Press dispatch from Como reports Porter Charlton or his sensational murder case set for trial on July 4. The American defendant, son of a former judge, is accused in the death of actress Mary Scott Charlton whose body was found in a trunk in Lake Como. Locals empathize with both sides as a sanity question looms.

William G. Shepherd United Press Como Italy Porter Charlton Paul Charlton Porto Rico Mary Scott Charlton Charlton San Jose Cal Lake Como Passioneire Chariton America

Concerts in City Parks Draw Big Crowds

Cavanaugh's band entertained thousands at Madison and Leschi parks thanks to private donations from merchants of two districts who hire the band weekly. The park board played at Volunteer Park and Alki Beach, while the army band performed at Fort Lawton.

Cavanaugh Madison and Leschi Parks Park Board Volunteer Park Alki Beach Army Fort Lawton

Conference on Immigration Service Changes Planned

J. B. Densmore, solicitor for the secretary of labor, organizes a national conference to be held between August 15 and September 1 to discuss important changes in the immigration service. The event aims to address major policy shifts and operational reforms.

J. B. Densmore United States Secretary of Labor Immigration Service

Girl requests prison sentence. judge sends to Salvation Army

In Judge Ronald's court Pearl Emma Tamley, 20, who had returned from Portland after breaking parole and who has a child, asked to be sent to the penitentiary. The judge instead placed her in Salvation Army custody, aiming to aid her while warning her to pursue a steadier life.

Brrer Rabbit Rer Fox Wrer Fox Bwrer Fox

JITNEY MAN JAILED FOR JOLTING A PASSENGER

Everett driver William J. White jailed for the alleged assault on a young woman. He allegedly diverted a rider from the regular route and drove her down a rough street to “jolt her up a bit,” paying a $25 fine.

Everett William J. White William

Sunset Highway Unfit for Travel

Sunset highway to the Cascades is not ready for traffic beyond Biden Wee. Motor parties returning from the mountains report terrible road conditions with mud from a foot to three and half feet deep. Dozens of vehicles get stuck, horses help to extract them, and a 300 man gang works to repair the road for summer travel, a month away.

Cascades Biden Wee Hide-a- Wee

Countess Helene D'Ardey Imprisoned by German Forces

Countess Helene D Ardey a 16 year old girl was imprisoned by German authorities for her alleged royal loyalties. The article notes she preferred a king to an emperor leading to her confinement in a cell.

Helene D’ardey

Justice's Right Questioned in Grand Larceny Case

Attorney Philip Tworoger obtained a writ of habeas corpus from Judge Albert son directing Sheriff Hodge to show cause why Joseph Buteau remains in county jail. Buteau, fined $200 and costs by Justice Whitehead for grand larceny, has been jailed since May 14.

Justice of the Peace Philip Tworoger Albertson Hodge Joseph Buteau Buteau Costa Whitehead

K C Convention Here in August

Mont Rev John Honzano apostolic delegate from Washington D C and Mont Rev Alexander Chester DC of Portland Ore are named on the program for the annual convention of the supreme council Knights of Columbus to be held here August 3 4 and 5 Gov Lieter and Mayor Gill will welcome the visiting delegates.

Mont John Honzano Washington, D. C Alexander Chester D. C Portland Ore The Supreme Council, Knights of Columbus Lieter Gill

Hoff to Lecture on Luther as a Translator

Hans J. Hoff of the University of Washington will lecture Monday night at 8 o clock in Denny Hall on Luther as a Translator. Rear Admiral Stockton, retired, who helped establish the navy yard in Seattle, is in the city for a brief stay.

Stockton Navy Yard Seattle

Why bosses fuss over punctuality and timing

A stenographer asks why employers demand strict on time with workers yet are lax about ending shifts and delaying tasks. She notes employees arriving late, and bosses delaying dictation of mail, seeking explanation of the inconsistent timing. The Star invites readers to send in answers.

the Star

Europe’s Great Artists Sketching in Trenches

Paris dispatch notes war art arising from frontline sketches by Beaux Arts painters now in uniform. Artists send drawings and watercolors from trenches to aid widows and children of those killed, with works by Dallet Bruyer Montagne Bernard Naudin Meheut and others.

Europe H. J. Phillips Paris France Dallet Bruyer Montagne Bernard Naudin Meheut Beaux Arta

The Dental War Sparks in Seattle Dentists Clash

Edwin J. Brows denounces Dr. Bark and the so called Dental Combine in Seattle alleging unauthorised arrests and fake exams used to suppress competition. He questions Bark's credentials and claims Bark fled exams and changed offices while Brows offers a counter claim of legitimate practice and public service.

Combine Dr. Bark GALL Seattle Bark Edwin J. Brows D. D

Denounce the Trading Stamp by Seattle Grocers

Seattle retail grocers condemn the little green trading stamp as a drain on business. They pass resolutions and plan their annual Wildwood Park picnic on July 21 with concessions via the secretary. Skeletons of six men found under a house at Niagara formerly housed a man sent to an insane asylum.

Seattle Little Green Wildwood Park Niagara, N.bd

Georgia Governor Slaton Reflects On Duty And Blood On Hands

Atlanta June 28 Gov Slaton retired as Georgia's chief executive and told Gov Harris that the state seal has not been dishonored. He recalled the Leo Frank case drawing applause during his inaugural, then warned that failing to act would “find blood on my hands” and called himself an assassin in cowardice. State militia guarded Slaton's home and 26 suspicious characters were arrested.

Atlanta Harris Slaton Georgia Leo Frank

Chinese Officials Leave Seattle After Trade Visit

The Chinese commissioners depart Seattle after leaving no firm plans for new trade routes to the United States. Cheng-Haun Chang, president of the delegation, urged Seattle to model its efforts after past growth to bridge the Pacific by trade. The visitors, after touring ports, praised Seattle harbor and will continue to Portland for a day before heading to San Francisco.

China United States Seattle Portland Cheng-Haun Chang Commission Pacific Ocean San Francisco

Ladies' Night at Press Club With Vaudeville Acts

Press club hosts a Ladies' Night featuring vaudeville acts before dancing on Thursday evening. A luncheon will be served. The Awakening of the Roses will be performed by Ethel Simmons Lola Hansen Plorence Rogers Vanta Morrison and Louisa K Lepper with song and posing numbers by Ted Lemark Oscar Lee and Dowbrink.

Press Club Awakening of the Roses Ethel Simmons Lola Hansen Plorence Rogers Vanta Morrison Louisa K. Lepper Ted Lemark Oscar Lee Dowbrink

Byers May Go to Islands for Year

Arrangements for an exchange of professors between the University of Washington and the University of the Philippines have progressed to the stage where it is probable that Dr Horace G Byers professor of chemistry will spend the next year in Manila. If he goes Professor Horace G Deming head of the department of chemistry in the University of the Philippines will come to the University of Washington for the year.

University of Washington University of the Philippines Horace G. Byers Manila Horace G. Deming ‘Ov Che Iistry

Verein Arion Presents Pleasing Program at Odd Fellows Hall

A Saturday evening concert by Verein Arion under Claude Morton featured Mme Hesse-Sprotte Miss Gwendolyn Geary Charles Case and the Knickerbocker quartet. A 50 voice chorus performed Fatherland songs to conclude.

Odd Fellows’ Hall Verein Arion Claude Morton Mme. Hesse-Sprotte Gwendolyn Geary Charles Case Knickerbocker Quartet

Woman Sues For $1500 In Dental College Costs

Elsie M. Huber, stepmother of Clinton Huber of Savoy hotel, filed suit in Judge Smith's court on Monday to recover $1500 spent to send him through dental college.

Elsie M. Huber Clinton Huber Savoy Hotel

Ackley Denies Plagiarism Charges Against Billy Sunday

Philadelphia June 28 B D Ackley Billy Sunday secretary who quit says many of his statements about the rift with Sunday were distorted He asserts he never charged plagiarism nor criticized Sunday’s preaching and would not hinder his work.

Philadelphia B. D. Ackley Billy Sunday Sunday

Hoot Mon Picnic Draws Scotland Tourists in Wildwood Park

Scotland's sons and daughters host a day of events in Wildwood Park on Sunday. Medals awarded to winning athletes and prizes to top dancers in the fancy dancing and highland fling contests.

Scotland Wildwood Park

Four Hundred Licenses Not Renewed Before Prohibition

In Olympia on June 28 officials report 400 of 2250 state liquor licenses expiring June 30 will not be renewed for six months. Prohibition law takes effect January 1, 1916.

Olympia

Pharmacy Men to See Empress Show at Convention

The State Pharmaceutical Association and the state pharmacy board visit Empress theatre for the first show during their annual convention. George H. Bartell, local druggist, serves as president and H. D. Pilcher chairs the entertainment committee. A number of novel stunts are planned for the visiting guests.

State Pharmaceutical Association State Pharmacy Board Empress Theatre George H. Bartell H. D. Pilcher Tipperary Newman

Celebrate Peace at International Boundary Centennial Event

A hundred years of peace since the Ghent Treaty will be celebrated at the international boundary. Officials announce a ceremony with dignitaries and attendees from neighboring nations.

Ghent

Flag-raising ceremony set for Blaine on Sunday

In Blaine, Washington, a literary ceremony will feature the Stars and Stripes raised alongside the British flag on flagstaffs placed side by side this Sunday.

Blaine Wash

Insurance firms seek 30000 from Atlas Powder for blast damage

Insurance companies will pursue about 30000 in recovery from Atlas Powder Co of Wilmington for glass broken by the recent explosion of 15 tons of dynamite here. Attorney V M Place, their counsel, said the effort would be made.

Atlas Powder Co Wilmington V. M. Place

Luther Convention Ends in Seattle Area Proceedings

The Tacoma District Luther of Columbia concluded its ninth annual convention at Gethsemane Swedish Lutheran Church Seattle with a Saturday business meeting electing officers for the coming year.

Tacoma Luther of Columbia Gethsemane Seattle

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