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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1915
Page
5
A large spring sale of slightly used pianos and player pianos features Emerson fine upright pianos at 128 dollars and many brands from Chickering to Steinway, with weekly payments from 1.25 dollars. Limited stock and quick action urged.
Dr. J. W. Edmunds, optometrist and eye specialist, now has his office on the Fraser-Paterson balcony. For 11 years he has been a prominent figure in Seattle optical work and invites old friends and patrons to inspect the new quarters.
An advertisement promotes GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as a cure for urinary and kidney issues. It claims the oil cleanses kidneys, removes poisons, and improves overall health with daily use, stating government chemists have approved it. Available at The Owl Drug Co. with a money back guarantee.
A quarter of a million dollars worth of dining cars arrived at the Northern Pacific yards in Seattle. Eight all steel cars, priced at $30,000 each, will be placed on the Seattle Spokane Portland route and the main line, showcasing the latest improvements.
In a letter to Mayor Gill and the city council J B Powles Liberty house committee chair says inmates may work 125 acres near Everett for Puget Mill Co all summer if the contract is secured The plan would keep the inmates employed through the season and is contingent on approval by city officials
Peter Oties an educated Cuban who blames Broadway girls for his downfall received six months to 15 years in Monroe reformatory after conviction for second degree burglary. Edith Kinney drew two to 15 years for grand larceny by Judge Ronald.
The league elected officers: Joseph A. Sloane as president Richard M. White as vice president F X Hall as treasurer and Charlotte F Jones as secretary A next meeting is set for Friday May 21 to elect the executive committee.
Stratford survivor Ellason Myers recounted the Lusitania disaster from Queenstown, detailing torpedo impacts, rapid sinking, and women and children panicking as life belts failed to save many. He described boats crowded to capacity, drowning screams, and mothers clinging to babies before rescue by fishing fleets.
Seattle North End babies will be examined and scored next Monday at Sloan's hall for the fetter Babies contest. Districts involved include John 8H Allen Daniel Bagley West Woodland Whittier and Greenwood with Mr N H Gates of Ballard as chairman. About 460 children expected. Queen Anne Hill winner Helen Louise Reynolds 99 percent.
R J Timmins of Gainesville Texas, a cotton buyer, testified in Queenstown on May 8 that stewards told mine passengers to return to the Lusitania stating the ship was all right and would not sink. The claim adds to the denials and investigations surrounding the disaster.
Miss Mollie Sjurstedt, a Norwegian, becomes the new national indoor tennis champion of America by defeating Miss Marie Wagner to win the American title.
In June 1913 the city council sought a public service commission hearing to enforce transfers between all Seattle streetcar lines. The hearing is granted and will be held next Tuesday morning in the Chamber of Commerce rooms. The case involves exchanges between the 8 BK Co and municipal lines and the Renton line. A separate petition for rerouting the 2nd Ave line will be heard May 17.
Miss Alice Middleton a Seattle girl employed at local hotels was aboard the Lusitania with Mrs. T. B. Reynolds of Wilkes-Barre Pa. She traveled with Hughes' daughter to Wilkes-Barre and then to New York to take passage, according to Mrs Reynolds.
British forces recaptured part of the trench line on Hill 60 in Palestine at bayonet point, after heavy German losses in resisting the attack. The War Office says the Prussian positions along Hill 60 were regained to restore the line.
Edwin J Brown argues that WWI stems from industrial and financial rulers exploiting workers for profit. He says soldiers fight due to orders, not personal grudge, and that true progress would end exploitation. The piece contends war advances only when kings profit from it, and unity among workers could end militarism.
A reader asks about a potential deathbed confession by Rev J George Gib son regarding the Durrant murders. A reader seeks guidance on marital trust after suspected infidelity, and a woman requests counsel on handling a spouse's alleged affair. Other questions cover floor refinishing, tinware anniversary gifts, and cheese making resources.
An advertisement touts TIZ as relief for sore tired feet with claims of drawing out toxins and curing foot trouble. It promises instant relief from soreness swelling and odor for 25 cents per box and urges viewers to wear smaller shoes for comfort.
Miss Wan Ha Chung daughter of Quong Wing Chung the Chinese commissioner of education visits Seattle as guest of Mrs Clancey M Lewis of Beaux Arts Her father escaped a planned beheading in the old country and is pursuing postgraduate work at Columbia University.
Theo Karl Johnston the Seattle grand opera tenor announced he will undergo an operation at Providence Hospital with Dr. F. R. Underwood at 1 30 this afternoon. He said he feels fine and expects a successful procedure after forcing his withdrawal from Martha at the Metropolitan theatre on Friday night.
Edward Coyle collected employment fees by renting hotel rooms at the Yukon hotel amid a fraudulent scheme. Judge Gordon fined him 50 dollars and sentenced him to five days in jail. He faces two additional charges. Seven men paid him 1.50 each to go to the Pat McHugh camp, with wages totaling 65 cents.
Inez Peterson, after failing to secure an attorney, appeared at the supreme court Saturday and was sentenced by Judge Frater to the minimum term of 1 to 20 years in the penitentiary for grand larceny. She was brought in by Sheriff Hodge and a guard at a cost over $400 following a three year California prison release. The judge warned there was no chance to appeal and advised beginning the sentence immediately.
The opening dance of the Fortune Park season will be held Saturday night hosted by the Million Buck club with plans for an eventful evening.
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