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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1908
Page
7
The Miller finance committee led by Mr. Baker allegedly visited local banks to solicit campaign donations using the City Treasurer elect’s name. Authorities say such acts would violate national banking laws and threaten future city deposits if banks refused.
Reports say ex union men formed a Joiners Association to counter strikes and push nonunion work. About 75 members were expelled for defying new rules. 21 backsliders and a few others reportedly joined the anti organization fostered by contractors to disrupt organized labor.
The article reports Democratic tensions around General Metcalfe with accusations of election irregularities and private intimidation. It also features Senator Gore of Oklahoma noted for hard work and blindness aiding his Capitol investigations as he seeks to learn how Uncle Sam’s business is run.
A brief social reminder notes an evening program at the Bo Gab located near Columbia Street and Union Street in Seattle. Details are limited but event appears to involve local entertainment.
A detailed description of a handsome two piece velvet costume with a matching large gray smoked pear waistcoat. The garment features heavy embroidery and visible fastening at the sleeves. An accompanying gray velvet hat is described with three small im motifs.
William Martin representing 26 plaintiffs filed an affidavit in federal court asking an investigation into the Northwestern Steamship Company vessel Santa Clara. The affidavit claims the ship is not seaworthy and fit only for junk, endangering travelers. It notes prior voyages caused cargo damage and two suits, and a recent Seattle to Valdez trip where the ship sprang a leak and returned.
At the session meeting the First Presbyterian church discussed buying sites for new buildings to serve its current branches. Presently the church maintains campuses in University district West Seattle South Seattle South Park Latona and Capitol Hill and plans to erect facilities for these districts.
A long list of fresh produce meats dairy and price notes appears for today. Items include sweet oranges 16 to 26 cents per pound strawberries for two dollars per dozen and various vegetables with multiple quantity discounts. fish and poultry prices also listed. The text ends with an unrelated line about eczema relief from Soap Lake Galve.
Locke Cole argues in Beattie Washington on March 4 1908 that unemployment stems from a private gain driven system. He proposes state or community employment on public lands and irrigation projects to boost production and regional prosperity. He notes Olympia will consider a bill to implement statewide job programs.
Jack Conley of Seattle, brother of Deer Lodge Montana warden Frank Conley, received a telegram saying Frank was stabbed six times by convicts during an escape attempt but was recovering. The Conleys are noted in Seattle, with interests in Whidby Island real estate and Montana penitentiary ownership related to state prisoner payments.
The Washington National Guard will hold a two weeks en campment at Medical Lake this summer. Col. George Lamping reported receiving a telegram from Congressman Hemphrey about a restored $1,000,000 appropriation for military maneuvers instead of the prior drop by the house committee.
Antique mahogany pianos offered at half or near half value from Kohler Chase with discounts from 194 to 247 dollars. Autopiano models promote combined player function with easy terms and a ten year warranty.
Superior court today upheld the divorce decree for M. J. Harn against Catherine Harn. Mrs. Harn sought to vacate arguing fraud, but a demurrer to her petition was sustained and the court found no sufficient fraud showing.
The schooner John F Miller wrecked off Unimak Island Alaska in January with 10 crew lost. The Maid of Orleans reported an unknown vessel picked up the survivors and was returning to Pirate Cove, while the John F Miller had left San Francisco November 23 for Alaska.
Senator W. H. Pauthamus will address the Kent Commercial Club at the monthly meeting at the 1. C. O. F hall. A banquet starts at 6 p m and doors open at 9 o'clock for the public speech.
The laymen missionary meeting agenda unfolds at the First Presbyterian Church with Rev Dwight E. Potter outlining foreign mission work. A banquet is planned for March 25 in honor of J Campbell White of New York, with clergy and laymen invited. Mass meetings follow March 27 in the Presbyterian auditorium and church services Thursday evening. President Lee to report on memorial plans for Rev Ren Parsons. Major to speak on Humor in the Pulpit.
The Foreign Missionary Institute for Sunday School Workers meets at Westminster Presbyterian Church from 5 30 to 8 o clock. The program features Rev D O Gormley Dr D L Potter and Miss Julia Frazier. A basket dinner is served at 6 o clock with coffee supplied by the church ladies.
A dated ad promotes Croghan Guaranteed Razors and Croghan Swivel Razor Strop with prices around $1.49 to $2.50, listing various razor models and blades. It notes a sale ending March and suggests saving money by buying now.
Winnipeg March 9 A York Factory mother Mrs R G Ray braved a 600 mile midwinter trek with her three children to reach Winnipeg. Using two eight by two foot sleds drawn by a wolf dog mix, they crossed the Nelson river to Norway House then Gilmi and on to Winnipeg. The journey included daily marches of 40 to 50 miles and long walks, with the family sleeping in a tent strapped to a sled.
At a regular Baptist ministers meeting a vote to study establishing churches in Alaska was taken. Rev A G Clevenger, with years in Alaska, spoke of a strong field in Valdes Cordova and Seward. Dr F W Cosgrove was to discuss City Problems but postponed due to church business.
Chicago reports hog receipts 43 000 cattle 24 000 sheep 20 000 with hogs opening strong up to five cents and mixed prices from 4 40 to 4 75. Cattle up 10 cents and sheep strong. Kansas City notes hogs 8 000 cattle 8 000 sheep 6 000. Omaha records hogs 7 000 cattle 2 800.
Dr Alfred L Anderson a neuropath founder of Dr Fred L Anderson Rugs Banitarium Co announces Tacoma origins and first anniversary and plans to open offices in Seattle and Tacoma presenting testimonials from patrons Read the Star tomorrow for details and new offices at Bitel Building and Rank ere Trust Hide Tacoma Washington.
The Kirke La Shelle Company stages The Virginian at Moore Theatre all week with performances Thursday and Saturday night. Evening tickets listed at $1.50 with matinees at 75 cents.
All this week Joe Webers New York presents the Rosie Gayety melodrama with Tittle Chinea and Mary Marble in a musical lineup. Hook and ly rics by Ba ne Mu sic by ton of wine Organization rire Matinees Wednesday and Rocoriay.
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