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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1907
Page
3
The Ballard council expects a saloon ordinance to take effect soon as Mayor Peck indicated he will not veto the bill. If signed, it will be published today and go into force Sunday after next. if not, publication and operation are delayed by a week and two weeks respectively.
The Cham Commerce opposes Japanese labor importation and backs immigration restrictions. A resolution argues exclusion harms manufacturing and agriculture statewide, especially on the West Coast. Signatories include Judge Thos Burke and Rev M A Matthews. A labor conference plans a three-member per union Anti Jap Korean League delegation.
Mrs Roch, a laundress with two dependents, lost 9101 0 09 in savings to a supposed friend who pledged a $1 000 mortgage loan from Grindstadt Schalk of the city. The mortgage remains unpaid and Mrs Roch travels to Portland seeking the thief who took her funds.
Robert Black, alleged operator of forged checks, was arrested by Officer Hedges after he tried to cash a $550 fake check made out to J L Simpson. Ed Cudihees, a sheriff, had signed the forgeries found on Black and others. Police say they have caught one of several active check forgers in the region.
A new market in eastern Sewmarket will open on April 1 with 35 stalls along the Washington Street side. The Dulld Washington Street and Third Avenue site will host a line of commodities and be managed by a Seattle Bourse official.
The Northern Pacific posts February losses over 500000 in gross earnings amid washouts and storms. February earnings reach 9611651, vs 4053404 last year, with eight months to February up about 3000000. In Tula on March 22, William Snyder a Pittsburg millionaire, is held on 2000 bond for bigamy. Spring hats advertised at 3.00 with a large stock at Houtchinesa & Co corner Second Ave and Union St.
John K Werner died yesterday at Minor hospital and his remains were taken to the family home at 906 Twenty-sixth Ave South with funeral to be held Sunday afternoon. Miss Charlotta Eisenbeise aged 18, daughter of the late Charles Risenbelse Jr and Nellie Risenbelse of Pt Townsend, died at A G McClintock's home on University Heights and will be buried in Port Townsend. James L McAllia ter died Wednesday of heart disease and his funeral will be held tomorrow at 11 from the family residence 615 Belmont Ave North.
Arthur H Pollard aged 23 died yesterday at his parents home 4209 Fifth av northeast funeral from But terworths chapel Sunday at 1 pm Russell Ives 90 died Wednesday at his home on Vashon Center He had lived on Vashon Island 12 years with daughter Mrs Frank Miner Funeral held this morning from the residence
Clyde Brownfield contends police prejudice in a robbery case as relatives testify to his alibi that he was home on the night in question. Vera Brownfield, facing petty larceny charges, supports the alibi and alleges police pressure. Brownfield testified to similar assertions as the jury prepares to deliberate. A separate note from Victoria reports a subsidy bill debate delayed awaiting a higher subsidy than the $100,000 currently proposed.
The Legal Protective Association contracts to advise on lawsuits, estate tax, and real estate matters for reputable individuals. For a small annual fee of 10 dollars, members receive guidance. details available at 312 People's Savings Bank Building.
District attorney plans to present a wave of true bills against Pacific States Telephone and Telegraph employees and officials. Key testimony from Nellie Smith and Mayoral figures amid hearings on Bay City water purchase and alleged bribery frames. News notes include Calhoun’s interview and Ruef and Schmitz cases. Portland report adds SP trains to San Francisco route via Ogden with opening week timeline.
Daniel Fuhrman at 1016 Becond Ave offers exclusive spring and summer woolens with a wide stock. He promises the finest tailoring for affordable prices and invites customers to visit his shop for a complete, fashionable outfit.
An item notes Jenas Imported Opal Glob Grade priced at 17 cents available at Spinning's store.
A. L. Walters street superintendent and D. W. McMorrin district engineer tell the public works board they did not block water drains on 19th avenue and Baet Galer street with gunnyacks. They claim spring rain and heavy trucks caused road damage on Crescent Drive and that they knew nothing of any plugging.
Hornace George Raynor a schoolmaster was tried in London for the Jan 24 killing of wealthy bar rister William Whitely. The crown proved the killer was three years old when Whitely’s family became connected. Raynor says Whitely insulted his family and he sought to wipe out the blot. The case drew wide England attention due to Whitely’s prominence as “DEAN” CIGAR.
Deputy Coroner Wiltale announced no inquest will be held into the death of Willie Wall the four year old killed in the elevator accident at the Eitel building. Elevator operator James Irving and the Walls family as well as witness Mrs Hing testified. The Walls will travel from Seattle to Kent tomorrow and the burial is set for 2 PM tomorrow at Butterworth and Son's.
The report notes cerebrospinal meningitis rising toward epidemic levels with about one death per day this month. It mainly affects children aged three to fourteen, prompting renewed concern and attention to fire insurance as winter weather approaches.
F C Blemons of Blemons Hogart left on a ten day trip to California while Pettit Bon announce the ing of Pettit Brown Lake View addition, a 26 acre tract next to Mt. Baker park. Realty firms erecting an office on the grounds.
Fremon captured the $15,000 Grand National handicap before a huge crowd in Liverpool on March 22. Tom Weet finished a strong second with Pat Lander third as one of England racing’s largest audiences witnessed the event. Ivy Park prompt.
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