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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 31, 1911

Page

4

Sardines Yield Fatal Poisoning in Helena

In Helena on March 31 former Sheriff Harry McCue died after eating canned sardines. The incident is reported as ptomaine poisoning, with authorities investigating the cause while noting the death occurred last night. The article also mentions unrelated notes about iOLGAR and ADOLF and a farmer named Mrs. Brown. Brown owns a 700 acre Iowa farm and intends to become a farmer, announcing plans to milk cows occasionally.

Brown Iowa Helena Mont Harry McCue

Roosevelt to Visit Tacoma by Boat in May Procession

Theodore Roosevelt will travel by boat to Tacoma for a commodious visit arriving Thursday afternoon aboard the Indianapolis. The Colman dock will clear vehicles for a procession routing east to Seconday north to Pike then east to Weat lake before taking the colonel to the university grounds and later to the Hotel Washington.

Theodore Roosevelt Tacoma Sepext Indianapolis Colman Seconday Pike Weatlake University Hotel Washington

Defends Self in Grand Larceny Case in Chicago

Dan Southard faces a grand larceny charge brought by R. Cunningham, an agent for C. M. and P. Cunningham claims a stake in a yacht sold for a profit of 1200 dollars. The Women's Commercial Club met yesterday to discuss free use of Seattle tourist stickers for summer and winter tourism. Cannery companies plan to ship large numbers of foreign workers to Alaska due to a labor shortage.

Dan Southard Chicago R. Cunningham Cunningham Women’s Commercial Club Seattle

Deafness Cured by Dr Guy Powell Promises Free Cure Info

Promoter claims deafness can be cured using mysterious mature forces through a discovery by Dr Guy Clifford Powell. Advertises free information and home treatment details addressed to interested individuals, promising quick results regardless of duration or cause of deafness.

Guy Clifford Powell Hatecs Sader Gay Powell

Champion Swimmer Cattaneo Arrested in Paris

Paris March 31 The world champion swimmer Cattaneo, jailed after riding a bicycle through streets in only bathing trunks, requested a swimming tank to stay in condition. A head injury from a fall months earlier is noted as context.

Paris Cattaneo

Buford Reaches Shanghai With Famine Relief Supplies

United States transport Buford sailing from Seattle arrived in Shanghai late yesterday loaded with famine relief items for famine sufferers in China.

Washington, D. C United States Buford Seattle Shanghai

Tramps Rob Watchman in Portland Yard

Unconscious and bleeding W S Barrett watch man for the S P and S Railway Co was found today in a box car. Barrett says he was beaten and robbed of 75 by tramps in the railroad yard. In Akron Otto Sprankle convicted of manslaughter for auto crash that killed Helen Starr and Laura Waldkirk on November 4.

Watchman Portland, Or W. S. Barrett S P. and S. Railway Co Barrett Akron Sprankle Helen Starr Laura Waldkirk

Phillips Stores Move to New Location on April 3

Beginning Monday April 3 Phillips Stores will relocate to their old stand at 1313 Third Avenue. The Phillips Boys Shoes for the whole family priced at 2.50 and down will remain available at the new/old address.

G. D. Phillips, Inc Phillips Shoe House Second Avenue Phillips Boys Third Avenue Phillips Walker Building Union and University East Side

Kayser Silk Gloves and Lisle Gloves for All Ages

Kayser introduces silk gloves with double finger tips praised for novelty and style. Available in colorful options for children with two clasps at 500¢ a pair. Lisle gloves priced at 2Qhe with two clasps, and kid gloves at $1.00.

Kayser SN Ad

Sixth Daughter Dies and Mother Dies in Grief

In Davenport Illinois Mrs Louise Zephner 71 suffered fatal collapse after witnessing the death of her sixth daughter and the prior deaths of five other daughters within years. The passing of her final child Mrs Louise Wilson preceded the mother’s collapse.

Davenport Louise Zephner Mra Louise Wilson

Grand jury urged over bank collapse in Fairbanks

Depositors petition Judge Overfield in Fairbanks Alaska to grant a grand jury investigation into the defunct Washington Alaska bank chaired by President Barnette. The bank carried about 900000 dollars in liabilities when it failed on January 4.

Fairbanks Alaska Barnette Washington-Alaska Bank P. Dpd. Overfield

Creel Named Head of Central Bank of Mexico

En rique Creel who resigned from President Diaz cabinet was elected managing director of the Central Bank of Mexico an institution with resources exceeding 15 million dollars.

Mexico City Enrique Creel Diaz Central Bank of Mexico

Golden Key and 24 Lucky Pennies tease in Seattle promotion

The note promises a big moment in Seattle with a $50 Golden Key and 24 Lucky Pennies as part of an upcoming Star feature. It hints at a story tomorrow and invites anticipation of a fun event.

Seattle Star

Clark's Silky Stockings Offer Promises Free Replacement

Advertisement touts Clark's Silky Stockings priced at 25 cents per pair with a guarantee to replace any pair that is not the best the buyer has ever used. It also notes a full line of sizes available to fit all customers.

Insured Shoes for Boys and Children at Stone Fisher’s

A local ad lists insured boys shoes sold only at Stone Fisher’s with free replacement or repair within two months of purchase. It features leather styles, prices from 1.50 to 3.00, plus Fancy Slippers Jockey Boots and girls sandals, pumps and wash suits arriving for tomorrow’s sale.

Stone, Fisher’s Goodyear West

New Spring Coats for Little People Brightens Kidswear

A page of charming coats for little ladies features Black Silk and Satin options with blue ties, pink cape collars, Red Silk with lace sailors, and Pongee coats with pleats. Prices range from 3.75 to 11.00, with Milan straw hats and Tuscan braided hats completing the lineup.

Milan

Smart Wool Suits for Little Boys Department Opens

A new department offers boys wool suits in Sailor Blouse Russian Blouse and Norfolk styles. Made from all wool serges and cassimeres with sizes from 2 1/4 to 8 and prices from 3.50 to 7.50, emphasizing quality and fair pricing.

Souvenirs for All Our Visitors Tomorrow

Easter treats announced with small figures in the Shoe Section on the first floor and the Children's Section on the second floor. Toddlers will receive tiny toys as compliments tomorrow.

Plaid Gingham and Chambray Dresses Featured for Tomorrow

A social note shows a display of plaid gingham dresses in many colors and sizes, belted chambray dresses in blue or tan, and English rep dresses in white or blue with a Mandarin sleeve, priced around 1.00 to 2.25 dollars.

Giavasteries

Easter Women's Suits and Dresses Showcase

Superb stock of Easter wear features silk dresses in Messaline and Taffeta with beading and lace. New spring waists and long coats in linen and voile offer rich embroidery and openwork. Tailored suits in broadcloth, satin, and serge range from 19.50 to 75.00 with varied colors and fabrics.

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Iolgar and Adolf MIT Salvation Army Elizabeth M. Dunn University of Chicago W. C. Brown New York Central Railroad Teddy China Denver Harriman Stone, Fisher CO Pea Rae Grand Jury Clark Modern UK
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