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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1907

Page

7

Theater dispute pits Seattle officials over Mrs. Warren play

Chief of Police Wappenstein, Prosecuting Attorney Mackintosh, and Rev. Dr. M A Matthews are named a three member committee to judge if Mrs Warren's Profession is fit for Seattle audiences. Matthews denies agreeing to join Mackintosh while Wappenstein claims he is not aiding them. Sheriff Smith says he will not suppress the production if authorities fail to act. Deaths recorded include Eva Braden, Chester Woodin, G Hazelton, Ammai g ons, Pangas Indian Pangas, Robert Schwartz, and August Earle Larson.

Wappenateta Mackintosh M. A. Matthews First Dr. Matthews Sherif Lou C. Smith The Humane Society Kangaroo Court Younsstown Chamber of Commerce Weat Seattle Braden Eva Braden Minor Hospital Woodin Chester Woodin Haseilton G. Hazelton Mercer Island Ammaigons Providence Hospital Pangas Wear Seattle Schwarte Robert Schwartz Larson Anguat Earle Larson Pacific Hospital

Alki Point Natatorium Reopens for Summer Bus Terms

Alki Point Natatorium ready for summer use with short notice service either at Alki Point or Seattle. Contact via West 22 for details about forthcoming plans and arrangements.

Alki Point Seattie

Investment guidance on knowledge before buying property

The text urges maximizing income with safety by investing only where full property knowledge is available. It promises to show what the property is and exactly what earnings and expenses are, not just quarterly dividends, but at any time in the year.

Units of Ownership in Central Building Featured

By investing in units of Central Building property you become an owner and gain clear title. Seattle business property may grow with online and rental income, shared in Units of Central Building on Third Avenue.

Central Business Seattle Central Building Third Avenue

Investment pitch for rental property growth

An ad promotes investing any amount in start up real estate. It promises rental dividends and rising value, giving projected returns over years such as 2, 10, 25, and 50 plus to encourage starting now. The copy emphasizes easy, sensible growth with steady accrual.

Local Birth Notices From City Addresses

Multiple birth announcements list couples by surname and street, noting dates in May and the newborns’ genders. Names include Norton, Wiedemann, Call, Husen, Brown, Holt, Butt, Baum with associated parental details and street addresses.

Norton Stewart John Norton Wiedemane Terry N. May T. Wiedemann Call Wm. EB. Call Husen Archie Huson Western Ay Wm. H. Brown Holt Boren Ay J. A. Holt Butt Wm. MH. Butt Baum Kirkwood Marion Baum Canes

Verbatim garble of a political scandal item from early press

Fragmentary text alleges involvement of a president of a western federation in a governor’s murder case. It cites imprisonment in Joliet and a claim of past employment in a mine and a robbery sentence, but details are incoherent and unverified.

Etory Yenter- Se Western Federation of Idaho Joliet Moyer South Dakota Chicago

Youngstown Saloons Lose Licenses in Annexation Push

Licenses revoked for four Youngstown saloons close grogshops and end local resistance to annexation by Seattle. Weat Seattle and Seattle are seen voting this month on annexation. Judge Bell, the suburb's lawyer, refuses to withdraw the incorporation petition.

Youngstown Seattle Judge Bell

Evelyn Thaw Visitation Ban Confirmed

Pittsburg May 11 The revitation of Evelyn Thaw to visit her mother Mrs Holmian at Mrs William Thaw's home was flatly turned down according to rumor. Mr Holmmen states it is up to his daughter to visit her and effect a reconciliation.

Pittsburg Evelyn Thaw Mrs. Holmian William Thaw

Electric shock at alley sparks fear and repairs

A crew digging for an electric leak along Jefferson and Second street received a shock and fled. City inspectors were instructed to cut ground wires ending the trouble. Water shutoff planned for Monday May 13 in Seattle area south of Ninth Avenue and Lane Street to city limits.

Jefferson City Hall Seattle Lane At. B South

City Treasurer Appointments Placed in City Office

City officials announce resignations and new charges with Blewett assisting as city treasurer in charge of the checking desk Merk Henderson named enterant treasurer overseeing tract indexes and the information bureau in the treasurer's office.

George Runsel Blewett Miewett Merk Henderson

No Bids for Street Jobs Across City View

Contractors failed to bid on multiple street projects this morning marking the second consecutive round of defaults. A bid on Thirty-second Avenue South was rejected as incomplete while excavation rates for Terry Avenue grading rose from four to five cents per cubic yard. The Electric Company secured a permit to build a track stretch on Third Avenue South between Main and Jackson, creating another loop near the Union Depot.

Tenth Avenue Fifteenth Avenue Portheast Reding Twenty-fourth Avenue Thirty-second Avenue Terry Avenue Entire Electric Company Main Street Jackson Union Depot

Alec Jacobs Granted Divorce From Rachel Jacobs

Alec Jacobs was granted a divorce from Rachel Jacobs by Judge Morrie this morning. The plaintiff said the couple married in Russian Poland eight years ago with a weight of 106 pounds at marriage and over 200 now. Differences over finances led to abuse and control, culminating in the husband seeking relief.

Alec Jacobs Rachel Jacobe Morrie Acouple Poland Hubby Dover Alec George Morris

Elks May Drop Elk’s Tooth Emblem Nationwide

Local lodge sentiment favors preserving the elk and opposing yearly slaughter to supply elk teeth. Grand Exalted Ruler Melvin’s letter and President Roosevelt’s suggestion prompt the grand lodge to vote on abandoning the elk’s tooth emblem, Beattie lodge's Edward Von Tobe reports.

Grand Lodge Melvins Roosevelt

Debts Delay Rome Ordinance On Pallard Admission

Rome faces a delay in adopting a city ordinance approving Pallard due to outstanding debt. The measure lacks provisions for the portion of the city bearing its own indebtedness, with $74,000 in warrants still outstanding against Pallard.

Rome Pallard Hallerd

License to Wed Names and Ages for Local Marriage

The notice lists individuals including J Bmend and Mattie Cos of Leetor and George F. Vanderveer plus Bice ner Meuswean both of Beattie. A meeting is set at Miles & Pifer Co store next Tuesday evening to arrange a general entertainment event scheduled for July 16.

J. Bmend Mattie Cos Beth Heattiec DF Murray Jesete J. Jones Leetor George F. Vanderveer Bicener Meuswean Beattie Miles & Pifer Co. Firet and Benees Vietting Bite F. FP. Cteen

First Journey of Auto Patrol Wagon Impresses Officers

The auto patrol wagon completed its initial trip this afternoon. Officers Detective Clark Jader Corbett Jack Farek praised the horseless carriage for climbing hills easily and reaching about twenty miles per hour.

Clark Jader Corbett Jack Farek

Public Works Bids List Street Improvements and Mains

Bids filed with the board of public works include Norman street concrete wells at 61200, North Geventy-stath street water mains at 4460, Linden street water mains at 4156, and Corties avenue water mains at 6000.

Board of Public Works Norman Street North Geventy-stath Street Water Maine Linden Street Corties Avenue

Stevens Cafe Plans Sunday Dinner Service

The Stevens Cafe on Corner First and Marion streets will serve a fine course dinner Sunday from noon to evening for 50 cents.

Stevens Cafe Marion St

Dr Clark Loses Medical License in Washington

Dr Robert B Clark proprietor of the Clark Medical Institute had his license revoked by the state board after a hearing on employing cappers to obtain patients. He cannot practice medicine in Washington and the institute may close or transfer work to others. The article notes earlier Star exposure of fake methods and mentions other practitioners affected.

Robert B. Clark Clark Medical Institute State Board of Medical Examiners Clark Washington Institute The Star Seattle Dr. Clark Wappenstein K. Clark BK. J. Brown John R. Parker Depey John Miller Etate C. W. Sharples H. A. Wright Wilber BE. D. Obimated Spokane Wearingen Tacoma Dre Kennet Turner Beattie

Postmistress Larock Freed as Grand Jury Returns No True Bill

The grand jury reported no true bill in the misappropriation case against Margaret Larock postmistress at McMurray, ending rumors of indictment. Testimony had been taken and the jury retired amid speculation of a leak. Separately, Rod Celestine and William Dagsey, Sinneh Indians, faced murder charges in the Tulalip case with many Indians as witnesses in court.

Margaret Larock McMurray Grand Jury Miss Lerock Nmber United States Mise Larock Rod Celestine William Dagsey Mary Cleacho

Roderick Melcot and Evelyn’s Union in Murky Courtroom Tale

The fragment describes Roderick Melcot in a troubled mood at a marriage scene with Evelyn. The court records show Melcot intoxicated and a judge, Morris, presiding as witnesses note the union’s challenges and the awarding of counsel fees to Mrs. Meters.

Roderick Melcot Evelyn Morris

Spinings Bottle 26 Cent Off Beverages

Local ad notes a 26 cent discount on a bottle at Spin nings located at 1310 Second Ave.

Irate Indian from North Yakma Demands Fair Treatment

An angry speaker recounts being duped into coming to Beattie to load chips. He claims workers were locked out despite assurances no strike and says fourteen of twenty have quit before starting. Meanwhile ships Watson and Dirigo ready departures as the shipping association forms a hall for longshoremen recreation and labor bureau.

North Yakma Beattie Watson Alaska Pacific Company Frisco Dirigo Alaska Steam,ship,company Shipping Association Penunion

Steamer Departures Include Portland and Frisco Bound Vessels

The steamer Portland sails today for Valdes while steamers Meteor and Norwood depart for Frisco. The Delhi left for Frisco this morning with lumber and the Farallon cleared last night for Skagway with full freight. Geo H Woodhouse Co offers a money saving opportunity at 112 University.

Portland Valdes Meteor Norwood Frisco Delhi Farallon Skagway Geo. H. Woodhouse Co University At

County jail chaos and court contemnpt notices amid town disputes

A chaotic local record shows Fred Piper and brother George Piper facing jail time and a contempt citation for failing to appear in court. The report notes sheriff actions, a jail term threat, and rising tensions in the county as residents push for name changes and local post office adjustments amid broader town concerns.

Fred Piper Tate George Piper Cty

Instruments Deliver Light Touches and Delicate Shading

The text praises the instruments for their essential role in player mechanics. It highlights the light shading and delicate touch achievable with these wonderful instruments, celebrating their expressive potential.

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