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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1906
Page
8
John O'Dell recounts being befriended by a young man who shared a meal and a bed. After returning to his room at the European hotel the stranger struck him from behind, robbed him of about five dollars, and vanished, leaving O'Dell dazed and seeking the assailant, described as about 20 years old.
In Manila on May 20, 0me perman was killed and seven wounded in a Pulajanes raid on Inabangan, Samar. The invaders looted and burned about 20 houses then released two prisoners before fleeing. Constabulary and troops pursue the raiders.
The report notes the death of William Livingstone, once linked to John D. Rockefeller as a possible father, with his portrait previously published in McClure's. In Rome, a strike collapsed and Naples strikers returned. Canadian Pacific service to resume next Tuesday with the Princess Victoria on the Seattle-Victoria-Vancouver route.
The market notes cabbage and long produce with prices around two and a half cents, demand appears steady for Saturday trade. Prices for butter, cheese, eggs, and meat show varied movements with Oregon ranch products listed and crates priced, while fish and cement futures appear stable.
An insurance firm announces it remains active in the field with substantial cash assets and reports policyholders saving 25 to 40 percent on their premiums. Call Main 1454 or Independent 27 for service.
Died last night RB Peterson at Wayside Mission hospital. Alfred Simonsen, 47, died yesterday at Seattle General. survived by brother Oto G. Bimongen, a construction superintendent in Baltimore. Remains at Honney-Watson's. Pay Koborivak and Mise Gertrude Jobare both honored in upcoming funeral services with interments at Lake View and Georgetown cemeteries. Mrs Jessie E Leonhardt and Dr Charles A Gay funeral services scheduled. details list church locations and times.
Under the auspices of Beattie lodge No. 61 K of P and Alki lodge A Co US W interment is expected at Lake View cemetery with Honney-Wat son in charge.
New York May 12 reports Rev Samuel T Carter declares disbelief in the Westminster confession and that God is an idol of man's invention, a charge that may lead to heresy trial by the Nassau Presbytery.
Wittman College and Washington University track teams contest on campus despite threatening weather and reduced attendance. Whitman will press Washington hard as both squads boast fit athletes and likely close contests.
Acting Chief Wills ordered all officers to arrest violators of sprinkling laws after a Water Department letter urged crackdown on sprinklers drenching sidewalks. Patrolmen received the ordinance and will make arrests where sprinklers spray onto sidewalks, sparking pedestrian safety concerns.
Hotels in Seattle show heavy early signs of summer travel with crowded registers and rooms filled by Sunday guests. Westbound coast travel and general sightseers swell activity as eastern travelers return via the northern route, while Nomeilees and other Alaskan visitors arrive ahead of navigation opening.
At Nippon Yusen Kaisha offices this morning it was announced that the Tango Maru is expected tomorrow. The Tango, the largest and finest appointed steamer in the service, and Steamship Lyra arrived to finish loading for the Far East. Santa Barbara sails for San Francisco this afternoon from Pier 8, while Excelsior arrives from the westward with forty passengers. Humboldt due from Skagway late this afternoon as well.
The Geneva Paper Company advised the paper mill that I had withdrawn as selling agent. The trade will be supplied directly. Contracts will be filled by the individual mills.
Alaska building company offers 166 acres with fertile soil and full civilization amenities including stores, mining facilities, and conveniences in Jefferson County. Ideal for land buyers seeking productive ground with access to Seattle and other markets.
D. B Johnston Co announces an immense earthquake sale of high grade pianos and organs to clear a huge stock from several brands. The ad touts discounts from $50 to $150, low cash prices on used and second hand instruments, and flexible payment plans for quick buyers.
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