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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1906
Page
7
Today the government filed action against a cartel of drug wholesalers and retailers alleging a price fixing conspiracy. The complainants claim the combination violated the anti trust laws and harms competition across commerce.
The article portrays Count Tolstoy, prepared for war, choosing peasant life and self-reliance. It notes his aim to teach humanity, his duty to lead by example, and his wife’s practical stance aiding his poverty of style.
A fragmented report notes wartime activity in San Francisco and Washington with ships, goods, and soldiers involved. It cites Steel 3's Agent Backus saying a purchase of stews and related operations will proceed within a year at set prices, while Reuters observers point to ongoing negotiations and shipments.
Two American fishing schooners were seized by Canadian cruisers near North Sydney on May 9 charged with Eliott Mehing. The incident reflects ongoing cross border enforcement actions affecting U S vessels operating in Canadian waters.
Attorneys for the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul filed with the city comptroller their acceptance of the franchise to Beattie.
Faithful wife sues for divorce from husband Mat Hurd Tilden of Ballard alleging misuse of funds and long separations. She states four year old child was born during their marriage. two children are mentioned with dispute over money and support.
In Juneau both parties plan to recite calls for conventions to nominate delegates to Congress. Nome to Williams reports Democrats backed by the Miners Federation may sweep the region. Local Democrats fear Shoup’s renomination could lower the normal Democratic vote in the south.
The fire and water committee of the city council will meet this evening to discuss Chamber of Commerce resolutions and a petition from leading business men seeking immediate steps for stronger downtown fire protection.
An offer promotes free diphtheria treatment at the Kiriseville Infirmary located at 16 Washington Avenue. The advertisement notes a trial cure plan and states a $2.50 offer valid for two persons.
A lawn mower operator in Septerson City found an internal machine loaded with nitroglycerine under Governor Polk's window this afternoon. No arrests have been made. The governor suspects a crank at work.
Wayward phrasing notes Rep. Flint of California introduced a resolution requesting $500,000 more for San Francisco relief. The funds would buy quartermasters and commissary stores, as recommended by President Roosevelt, and be distributed to aid recovery efforts.
The regular Chamber of Commerce meeting convened at 1 20 this afternoon. Members reviewed routine matters and committee reports, with no new business or actions taken.
A logger was instantly killed when a log struck him during a morning landing at Lake Whaetoom camp. He was horribly mangled, according to witnesses.
Bemnater Pratt introduced a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at prohibiting polygamy in the United States. The measure was tabled during the May session in Washington DC.
A Washington report notes a bill to pay California five percent of cash land sales as a countermeasure against California actions. The proposal estimates cash land sales totaling about 900,000 to 990,000 dollars.
A tunic ensemble features an overskirt from a half century ago with a modern twist. Apricot shading dominates the Greme te of adrea with Gell cate grey and heavy Irish gulpure. Lace sleeves and a tapered peel under the tunic frame the yoke edged in black knots. Soft ribbon laces through the jacket and sleeves with conventional rosettes, and a Tuscany sailor crown adds a small dog rose wreath in apricot hues.
A. Ryer son offers services to serve papers, collect evidence, handle Amber claims, real estate, mortgages, chattels, loan money, and collect rents. Located at 422 Boston block, White 196.
Burgess B Starr learns his brother in law George Mitchell killed Ed Creffield in Seattle, ending a feared crusade by a Portland band of avengers tied to the Holy Rollers. Starr details the sect's roots, Creffield's manipulation, and the group’s raid on Salem, Corvallis, and Portland as they sought to wipe out Creffield.
An old Seattle advertisement touts Bartell’s Drug Store at 616 Second Avenue with experienced pharmacists and low prices. Featured items include Carter's Beef Wine and Iron for $1.00 per bottle, carbolic salve at 18¢, sulphur and cream tartar tablets, glycerine, witch hazel extract, and Red Cross fountain syringes with prices listed.
Parson Snyder and Bons, members of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, suspend an account related to a $100,000 defalcation by a trusted employee.
Customs officers seized the launch Amp but found no smuggling evidence. Chief Inspector Frank Loftus and Deputy Whaley watched R Somers and Peter Nelson at Somers residence in Tacoma and observed trunks and boxes being carried out. A seized trunk proved empty after cellar search. the launch will be returned to Nelson.
District attorney Jerome refused to allow cremation of Charles J. Spiers' body on May 9. An autopsy was requested. The remains are in a vault as funeral attendees Lewis Nixon and H. H. Rogers Jr. attended.
A remembered court tale about Josephine a Polish maid accused of theft from Mrs. Browning and Mrs. Allen. An ex judge Thornton testifies the girl sent earnings home to support poor relatives, leading to a compassionate exoneration and discharge with audience sympathy.
Kanan and Erickson in the Eltel building offer extra fine 627 cabinet cheese for two dollars fifty nine a dozen. Open Saturday evenings and Sunday hours are noted.
The Trun Vee Company markets interests in Trustee Property No 4 bounded by Third Ave South Washington Street and Prefontaine Place. The project divides into 230 units sold as 320 investment roads offering proportional rental returns and value gains. Investors may purchase from $100 to $60,000 with expected 7 percent cash dividends and rising value after new stations. The New York block office reports nearly 200000 worth of investments sold since March 20 with 140 remaining to be sold soon.
Frank Waterhouse and Co move toward taking control of the steamers and barges linked to Mackenzie Road in Vancouver British Columbia. The arrangement, announced in Theter, aims to place the vessels under Waterhouse by week’s end with potential reallocation to the Brigway stock run. Mackenzie & Crom long dominated the coast shipping and hold ore transport contracts with Huntsman Brown Alaska and Omar mines. Captain F L Markenele is slated as general manager for Waterhouse in British Columbia.
A legal note records Nels Hern injured by a board at Stimpson Mill but expected to recover soon. Martin Prill sought his missing daughter in Tedford, Wisconsin. W A Trowan injured his leg at Beattie cedar mill while hauling a boat. Rev G K Berry spoke on Greek Catholic history at the Christian church with a Roman Catholic topic tonight. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs William S B Quackenbush on Langley Ave. The funeral of A T Omley at Butterworth's chapel followed by Mt. Pleasant cemetery interment. cause noted as death by carbetic acid. Main St franchise delayed at Lauder's request. annexation petition committee given more time. Karnes Ave and Second Ave sewers reported completed.
The Dexter Avenue and Harrison Street Improvement Club calls an evening meeting to finalize a petition for the regrade of Dexter Avenue and Harrison Street on Queen Anne hill and across the government camp at Ross. A government permit allows crossing over the canal.
Chicago May 9 The bituminous Operators discuss asking President Roosevelt to appoint a commission to arbitrate all differences with the miners. No action taken yet.
The article notes a 56 percent price rise for ice in the eastern markets due to scarce supply, with prices likely staying high through the summer. Seattle and western regions will keep ice prices stable at about 70 cents per 100 pounds for residents, cheaper for business districts.
A. G. Brettenstein, mayor and county auditor clerk, is urged to resign by the South Park council over a charge he offered a compromising proposition to Marshal C. V. Cotton about a raise for the latter. Breitenstein says he will ignore the request.
Fragmentary remarks report a push to drop the yearly school censure as the census proves costly and of little use to the district. An unrelated ad promises an osteopathy trial in Kirksville offering one free treatment then 2.50 a week for two days only at 114 Washington bul ting 795 First avenue.
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