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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1909

Page

7

Woman Leaves Affinity Chauffeur Goes East

Barbara Cal May 10 1920s report says Mrs Nettie Shaw travels with chauffeur Marble and her son Bisteldge toward Boston after a publicized dispute. Court orders place Marble under supervision as missing wife and custody efforts unfold amid Shaw family wealth.

Affinity United Peeve Barbara Cal Mra Nettie James Fo Shaw HK. Marble Mra. Shaw Bisteldge Biiridgy Portsmouth Brewer New Leavine Feldritge Boston

Federal Judges Accused in Congress Introduction of Inquiry

Congressman Murphy introduces a resolution asking for inquiry into the conduct of Federal Judge McPherson and Judge Phillipa He Missouri district in a freight rate law case. Murphy charges the judges with friendly relations with attorneys and describes the resolution as preliminary to possible proceedings.

Smith McPherson Arthur P. Murphy Fed McPherson Phillipa Missouri McPherson Murphy

Fire damages Yesler Way restaurant and nearby shops

A fire started at an unidentified location near 110 Yesler Way early yesterday, damaging the O. K. restaurant and adjoining properties. Guests fled to the street from El Rotel above, while Christy's saloon and Arnold's employment offices suffered considerable damage.

O. K Yes Way el Rotel Christy's Saloon Arnold's Restau Bern

Weir Liners Carry Passengers on Two Vessels

A report from Veron dated May 16 states the Andrew Weir Diving Line between these waters Orient plans to carry saloon passengers. The steam ship Mh currently has only two spare berths with accommodation for four, while the Kumrie and another on the run will have their works increased to accommodate larger passenger numbers.

Veron Andrew Weir Kumerie

Taft Cabinet Endorses Japan Invitation Move

The Taft administration endorsed an invitation to Japan from Seattle Tacoma Portland and Spokane to send special envoys visit the AYP fair and American cities. A telegram to Secretary Yandell confirms President Taft and his cabinet approved the action.

Taft Japan United States Seattle Tacoma Portland Spokane The Fair Yandell

Pitches Winning Game and Wins a Wife

Little Andy Briswaller of Uncle Frank Dillon's boxers earned his chance at marriage by defeating Charlie Graham's Sacramento team yesterday. His sweetheart Miss Lela Brunn of Whittier agreed to wed after Andy met a game-win requirement, and a ring was presented in the stands. The wedding is expected within six weeks when Andy comes of age.

Py United Prep Los Anoalee Andy Briswaller Frank Dillon Driewalter Ty Charlie Graham Sacramento Crew Mise Lela Brunn Whittier Briewalter Mise Brunn Sue Ann Kelew Bis Srie Andy Senators

Double murder charge follows family shooting spree

Mary Jane Fortier died after being shot at Pearson's Mill camp by her brother in law Jean Fortier who also killed her brother Michael Fortier at Denny Station. Fortier is in solitary confinement awaiting further action as authorities pursue possible execution. Hil wife and six children rely on neighbors for aid. Fortier reportedly hails from a wealthy Montreal family.

Mary Jane Fortier Jean Fortier Pearson's Mill Camp Green Lake Hospital jJean Fortier Michael Fortier Denny Station Mary Fortier Fortier Malone Anne Harvey J. Mows Wallingford Av Portier Montreal

Bound to death in a cotton bale case resurfaces

Galveston dispatches report from Liverpool reveal the body of Alfred Hartman found inside a cotton bale opened at a Liverpool warehouse. The two year old son of Georg Hartman, a Gillespie County cotton grower, had been missing since December when the boy rode with his father to the Fredericksburg gin and authorities believe he crawled into the bale press during ginning.

United Press Galveston Tex Liverpool England Alfred Hartman Geort Hartman Gillespie County Hartman Fred Lericksburg Tle Fredericksburg

William Adame Dies at Langford Plates Shoot

William Adame, 66, a prominent sportsperson in Victoria, collapsed and died at Langford Plates yesterday afternoon while awaiting his turn at a Victoria Gan club shooting event. He had long fought heart trouble, though was reportedly improving before the incident.

Ly United Frees Victoria William Adame Sporting Cheleta Langford Plates Victoria Gan Club

Pegging Away in the Calhoun Trial

Assistant District Attorney John O Gara resumes questioning George Wilcutt the secretary and controller of United Railroads about transactions at board meetings from December 20 1905 to March 15 1906. Wilcutt uses meeting minutes to answer while defense attorney Stanley Moore observes.

United Francisco Board of Desettors

Edith Dunphy Appeals Divorce Ruling In Oregon Case

Mrs Edith Dunphy wife of cattle king James Dunphy seeks appeal after Judge Graham annuls her divorce obtained in Oregon. She, under attorneys Langhorne and Penguelo, flies to Cruz to recuperate from the strain of court proceedings with Judge Julius Bliverstone cited in the context of the dispute.

Ban Parcher Julius Bliverstone Oregon Edith Dunphy James P. Langhorne Ernest Penguelo Graham James Dunphy Dunphy Cruz

Vote on lead duty amendment in Aldrich bill

Washington May 10 a vote on Senator Cummings amendment to set lead duty at 1 cent rather than 2 cents failed 36 yeas 44 nays. Republicans voting for the amendment included Beveridge Bristol Brown Burkett Clapp Dolliver Gamble La Nelson. Beveridge later offered an amendment to set duty at 2 cents per pound.

Washington Cummings Beveridge Bristol Brown Burkett Clapp Pete Dolliver Gamble Nelson Beveridgeon

Pathfinder Car 18 In Idaho Exposed to Delays

The Pathfinder car from the New York Ark to the Alaska Yukon Pacific exposition races reached Hagerman Idaho for repairs after leaving Twin Falls Idaho four weeks ago. It has suffered three breakdowns and is expected to arrive at the hotel tomorrow night.

Pathfinder Idaho United Prose Nome Newark Hagerman Twin Falla

Jack London Scored by Cook Aboard Auark

In Honolulu May a derisive report quotes T Wada Jack London’s chef aboard the Auark claiming London disliked the voyage. The text notes London fell ill at Sydney and threatened to return to San Francisco, with the Snark now at Sydney and London due in San Francisco in about two months.

United Prewey Honolulu T. Wada Jack London Australia Mile Bration Wade Lonedon Sydney San Franccsco Routh Amer London San Francieco

Mysterious airships pass over Chicago

In Chicago on May 10 speculation swirled over two balloons seen overhead. Eyewitnesses used field glasses but could not identify the two men aboard as the craft disappeared rapidly toward the south.

Chicago United Press

Seattle Electric plans loading station at Brooklyn between With and 4state

The Seattle Electric company proposes a loading station 200 feet long on Brooklyn between With and 4state to speed fare collection and handle twelve cars at once, supporting about 1,000 passengers every 50 seconds. The plan rests with Superintendent Maloney in the streets department.

Seattle Electric Company Hrooklynay With Exposition Grounds Maloney

Cicoria Improves as Mascero Held for Insanity Exam

Joseph Mascero who shot Cleorta in the back last Friday is confined in the city jail. An insanity commission under Dr J Loughary will examine him in three days to determine if he is sane. Cleorta shows signs of improvement today.

Joseph Mascero Clcorta J. Loughary Cleorta

Alaska Manhunt Targets Walter Williams After Slaying

A U S marshal and posse pursue Walter Williams in Hobart Bay after he shot and killed San Shaquan while asleep. The two Indigenous men are said to hold witchcraft accusations as the motive. Williams is believed hiding in the woods and armed. a posse is ordered to shoot if he resists.

Guneat Alaska United States Ponse Hobart Bay Walter Williams San Shaquan

Edwin J Brown Denounces Dental Board Monopoly

Dr Edwin J Brown of Seattle declares support from over 200 friends and vows to fight the Dental Board monopoly he says threatens his practice. He asserts he can cover costs and that his seven assistants and free exams will continue, with prices kept low for the public.

Washington Dental Board Dental Board Edwin J. Brown Beattle

Haine Case Arguments Hear Defense on Insanity Plea

In Flushing May 101 the defense lawyer Mototyre argued the insanity plea in the Saint Peter Haine case. The defendant showed little emotion while his sister wept. the jury appeared influenced by the appeal.

Flushing Mototyre Stain Peter Haine HK Ham I. Annis Mctotyre Haina

Woman Quits and Man Gets the Divorce

Annie May Aker son filed against Ole Akerson in a divorce case heard by Judge Gillam. Akerson claimed the wife sought his accumulated property and later half the estate, while she alleged continual harassment. After testimony and many witnesses, Mrs. Annie May left the court, deciding her case did not appear favorable.

James F Shaw Moston Ime Santa Cal California Shaw Annie May Aker Ole Akerson Gillam Akeron Akers Akerson Bfe Ole Annie May

Patrolman Fleming Fired After Altercation with Elderly Woman

Patrolman FP P Fleming was dismissed today by Chief Ward after allegedly abusing Mrs. Dave Seymour 70 and interfering in a neighborhood quarrel. Mrs Seymour and her daughter reported the incident, and Fleming plans to appeal to the civil service commission.

Dave Seymour P. Fleming Po- Yeo Ward Fleming Mra Seymour Ccivil Compission

Minstrels and plays headline Seattle entertainment card

Amusements note Moore Knights of Columbus minstrel show tonight at Ben 5. Greet company opens tomorrow night at Grand Dark. Seattle Por Her Children’s Sake mine Selma Herman and stock stock. The Lole Lovers Lane at Clyde Pitch drama by Pantages stock company.

Moore—Knights of Columbus Minstrels Seattle Selma Clyde Pantages Stock Company

Beattie Melodrama and Stage Cabaret At Local Theatres

Beattie theatre hosted the melodrama Wor Her Children's Sake with Miss Selma Merman and associates delivering a sentimental tale of feminine villainy and resilience. The Lois stage showcased Clyde Fitch drama Lovers Lane with Aileen May and Clara Kimball Johnson pleasing crowds, while Mischa Elman gave a farewell concert at the Moore to an appreciative audience.

Beattie Techreun Selma Merman Beattie ‘Theatre Misa Louden Mise Herman Edna Kingsley Lois Clyde Fitch Mr. Frawley Aileen May Pantages Stock Company Lote Clara Kimball Mischa Elman Moore

Trains Collision Near Weat Fork Injuries Reported

A collision in a tunnel near Weat Fork involved train 16 from Portland to Oakland. One person seriously injured and two passengers slightly injured were reported. Separately Carleton Parker filed suit for a half interest in property against his stepmother Minnie Parker citing his father’s impaired mind and intestate death after property transfer.

Weat Fork Portland Oakland Cal Southern Pacific S. Pines Minnly Parker Carleton Parker

Women’s Knit Underwear Vests and Lisle Union Suits Sale

A varied display features white vests with dainty edging and shell crochet patterns, some embroidered in self color, pink, and blue. Hemstitched effects appear in higher-priced items. Vests priced at 65c and Lisle Union Suits at 75c with low necks and lace trim.

Women's Hosiery Prices and Styles in Fifty Cent Range

Women's fine Gauze-Lisle Hosiery offered at 50c a pair in season colors such as American Beauty Rose blondines champagne pongee wistaria rosewood old-gold reseda and more. Lisle Hose with lace-boot effects priced 50c and available in white old-rose green Copenhagen navy. Fancy Lisle Hosiery includes check boot Van Dyke top golden tan Livrees embroidered styles lace-boot effects polka dots and more all at 50c per pair. Bronze-color Hosiery in various styles from 50c to 3.50. Children's fine-ribbed Silk-Lisle Hosiery at 35c per pair in black and tan with reinforced heel and double toe.

Copenhagen

Wash Goods Special Price List From First Floor

A catalog note lists 32-inch Mercerized Cotton Panama in several colors at 35¢ per yard. 27-inch Mercerized Cotton and Silk Rep offered in plain colors at 25¢ per yard. 24-inch Mercerized Cotton Chiffon Voile striped in rations colors at 2 Se per yard. 27-inch Providentia Silk in pink cadet blue brown and black at 2 per yard. 33-inch Imported French Pereale blue and black stripes at 35¢ per yard. 32-inch Printed Madras Waisting in checks and stripes at 25¢ per yard. First Floor.

Panama Providentia We Yard

Children's Dimity Dresses and French Dresses Sale

Dimity dresses for little girls aged 6 to 12 priced at 4.25 each. Light blue navy pink or red dotted striped or checked designs on white ground with short sleeve waists and embroidered trims. Skirts feature plaits with three bottom tucks. Firet Floor.

Dress and Walking Skirts Offerings in Fine Materials

Women’s skirts described include black French voile 13 and 15 gore dresses with lapped seams, Directoire side plait, panel fronts, self material or satin trim, and matching buttons. Prices from 22.50 for dresses and 12.75 for tailored walking skirts in novelty serge and tweed with fold finishes.

Directoire

Woman Refused Commitment for Lottie Jefferies

Judge A W Prater refused to sign the commitment paper for Lottie Jefferies. She was held at the county jail after an insanity claim by attorney Tom Page. Insanity was affirmed by the commission. Jefferies and Earl Jefferies face charges of possessing counterfeit money. The case will be tried by federal authorities. Amateur meet held by Seattle Amateur Pros Club at Miss Lenora Grace home. Gertrude Smith of Spokane spoke at the event. Next meeting set for May 22 at Roy Erford’s home.

A. W. Prater Lottie Jefferies Tom Page Worgan Matton Fleece Lottie Stellacedm Page John Roberts Seattle Lenora Pearl Hrace Gertrude Smith Spokane Roy Erford N. G

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