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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1909
Page
7
A fragmented OCR page shows scattered notices and ads including physicians, attorneys, opticals, rangifer companies, and a housework help ad. An item titled RESULTS ALL THE TIME discusses hiring a girl for housework via a store telephone number, with a Sun set Avenue reference and a partial bank affidavit from 1909.
Angry women force entry into Mayor Miller's office, demand meeting and conditions in the district. Slattery and secretary escort some to a waiting room, with women left outside as the mayor reportedly remains busy. Police chief Ward later arrives. women continue to press for access and action.
Superior Judge Mitchell Gilliam was forced to adjourn court when Mrs J Wright fainted in corridor during testimony in a divorce case between her son Thomas B Wright, a city policeman, and his wife Roxie Wright. Mrs Rosie Wright reacted with hysteria prompting the adjournment as reporters and politicians comment on public access to the hearing.
A bustling Orpheum matinee and evening program featured Mabel Hite and Mike Dent in a lively sketch double act with dance and humor. The lineup included Claude Oilingwater’s playlet, Laytons’ swamp gag, and acts by Teresa Dela, Milly Van, the Weston sisters, and the Lincoln four, with Baxter, Wright, and Dow delivering strong comic moments and acrobatics.
Milwaukee surveyors defeat Great Northern in a high speed plothead country race. Twelve victors share a $10000 prize as the Milwaukee team finishes ten days ahead of the Hill crew. Major Gamble reports Kin ton within five miles of the Canadian border, while the rival road is twenty miles away.
J A McLeod former employee of James Henry 118 Western Ave was arrested at his store in the public market by Deputy Sheriff Mark Freeman and Joe Hill charged with larceny by embezzlement. He allegedly embezzled about 480 and may owe up to 1000 in total. He acted as meat seller for Henry from June to October last year before opening his own shop.
B J Gunther, agent for the aesce company, was arrested at Fort Lawton under Massachusetts law for embezzlement. He allegedly failed to pay for goods, including a $721 shipment ordered last year and due accounting in January, prompting the company to seek arrest.
H Soder owner of Hotel Oregon Seconday and Walling ton st was rearrested on a charge of maintaining an unsanitary lodging house. He was released on costs totaling 48 80. Also noted are plans for a Sunday school Maypole dance and mastenl program at Queen Anne Way and Royal Willfrict Tents J Patterson and a permit to erect 42 tents at 40th Madison for summer occupancy.
Hamilton adjutant general Capt F T Ligget inspector of rifle and Capt John Kinzie retired U S A were assigned by the war department to the state national guard and drew double pay. In 1907 Kinzie received 994.50 for service clothing and court martial duties while Kinzie also earned a 3000 salary from the government.
A. Bouillon, superintendent of public utilities, failed to overturn a fire hose contract award to Gorham Rubber Co. at 58 cents per foot over Western Hardware & Metal Co. of San Francisco at 52 cents. Bids were opened with Gorham submitting samples earlier. Western submitted samples after delays in specifications. The $720 difference kept Bouillon from calling new bids as the board upheld the higher bid.
Frederick and Nelson, Inc. store closes daily at 5 30. The listing details Black Taffeta Silk with chiffon finish, 30 inches wide at 63e yard, Black Satin Duchesse 1844 inches wide at 58e yard, Ottoman Cord Silk in multiple colors at 18 inches wide 6e yard, Natural Shantung 24 basement Safesroom Silks and Dress Goods priced, plus numerous fabrics including All-wool Albatross 34 inches wide at 40c yard, Novelty Cheek Suitings 45 inches wide at 406 yard, and Diagonal Worsted 36 inches wide at 40e yard.
Attractive values for seasonable millinery feature 42 inch shadow tucked nets for waists and yard goods. Listings include 980 yard white nets with dotted patterns, 40 inch net waisting in satin stripe, 1.00 yard, 1B inch all overs in white and ecru at 1.25 yard, hexagon mesh winch net waisting at 0.75 yard, and other ornate net waisting variants.
A period catalog item lists drapery fabrics in blue green yellow and pink at 40 inch width and 124c yard, silkolines 36 inches wide at 1c yard, figured Arabian net 45 inches at 0c yard, plus untrimmed hats rough braids in several colors, sailor hats and misses co ed sailors with trims. Flowers include roses lilacs with prices 5c to 35c. Sasemer at Hamaroon.
Stiff linen Dutch collars offered in heavy quality priced at 2 shillings or 15 pence with palka-dots embroidery at 22 pence and embroidered options 19 pence each. Jabots in assorted styles for Dutch collars priced 25 to 29 pence from Haament Batear.
A sale listing offers women hosiery at 25 cents per pair in styles such as all black with options like split sole and lace boot, black with white foot, tan shades, and solid colors gray green cadet lavender pink white. Extra sizes also offered in black and tan at 25c per pair.
Orient pattern couch covers in soft colors three yards long nineteen inches wide priced 1.75. Warm soft colored extra wide 72 inches couch covers priced 2.25 for sanitary couches. Oriental Bagdad pattern reproductions three yards long sixty inches wide priced 2.50 each.
One-piece costumes of taffeta in tan green and other shades feature tucked waistbands braided with silk soutache scrolls. Yoke is cream lace with a high collar, long sleeves tucked, skirt options include gores or circular panels. Price twelve dollars eighty five cents.
Ladies and children’s Blucher Oxfords and Patent Button Shoes in black cloth gray cravenette suede and patent tops priced at 3.00. Kid Oxfords in black or tan 2.00. Hoys Velour Calf Blicher Shoes sizes 11 to 2 at 2.00 and 24% to 5 at 2.25. Wide assortment of shoe findings and durable styles featured.
A listing of fashion accessories including Dutch collar pins with large jewels in multiple styles and colors, Indestructible pearl and turquoise sets, gun metal pieces, hat pins with jeweled heads, jet hat pins, indestructible pearl cuff links, clasps, and brooch pins in grape designs. Also large carved parrettos, beauty pins, and shell colors. Hat pins feature long stems and amber hues.
Jersey ribbed cotton vests in white pink or sky with lace edging and low neck styles priced at 25c. White cotton vests with crochet edging 25c. High neck long sleeve white cotton vests 25c. Jersey ribbed cotton pants in knee or ankle length 25c. Children's vests 12c and pants 12c. Boys and girls union suits 25c. Basement Salesroom.
Silk fancy ribbon in many patterns four inches wide, yard price five cents. All silk Persian ribbon dainty colorings three inches wide yard price one cent. Black velvet ribbon one to three inches wide yard price twenty five cents.
A mixed list of room size rugs from brands like Tapestry Brussels Bundhar Wilton Axminster and Wilton Velvet along with prices for many sizes. Items include 8-3x10-9 at 13.15 and 7-6x10 at 10.15 and other Brussels and Wilton options with varying dimensions and costs. The catalog appears incomplete with several garbled entries and stray phrases.
Cheasty, a noted merchant, was chosen president of the park board after Ferdinand Schmits declined to serve. Ernst named ex officio secretary, Schmits vice president, and Shrewsbury led the finance committee. A five acre tract near Alki Beach was proposed for a new playground, with another seven acre site near Walla Walla school discussed. A restaurant group demanded ending the Montana saloon lunch counter, alleging meals at low cost to boost liquor sales. President Taft and Mrs. Taft hosted a White House state dinner with guests including Senators Clark of Wyoming and Carter.
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