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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1907
Page
5
Yesterday the Tigers fell to Seattle 6 to 4 as Doyle struggled with control early. Garibaldi and Garry fueled Seattle’s offense with timely hits, while Burnett anchored Tacoma’s defense in a tight contest before a large crowd.
After twelve years as principal of Tacoma High School, MH. FF. Wegener resigned to the board of education. The resignation takes effect at the close of the current semester.
May lev rederton A. Bursham president of the Muy ual Reserve Life Insurance company and George B. Eldridge an officer of the company are under indictment on charges of brand larceny and forgery and must stand trial in New York. An application for change of venue was denied. The trial of Frederick Burn haw is scheduled to begin Monday.
A fee case may be filed to decide if state officers are entitled to a pay increase under the law from the last legislative session. Attorney General Atkinson ruled that the constitutional provision limiting salary increases during a term applies only to elective officers, including the Governor.
Police chief Wappenstein selects 15 new recruits to bolster the force for waterfront duty. Six added yesterday and nine more today join the department to reach the required quota. Recruits include A F Bruer Roy Moark Roy Olmatead Fred Gordon J H Raymer A Wilson Robert French and R W Merchant with assignments at Columbia and South Park.
Poward and Webster of the Independent Telephone Co will attend the International Telephone Association convention in Chicago starting June 4. The company, with operations in about thirty states and investments near 356 million dollars, plans to discuss consolidation of 7000 independent telephone firms. A successful merger could lead to nationwide long distance lines. Chicago leads the push, with Indiana and others following.
The United States Trust Co and the New York Central and Baltimore Ohio railroads asked a court to order the sale of the Chicago Terminal Transfer Railroad and its depot facilities to enable their eastern roads entry to Chicago. J N Dalapay sues Pacific Coast Co for 4500 dollars over flood damage from a Coal Creek dam breach in King County on November 14, 1906.
The steamer Pierdes moved to Lodyemith today for coal. The steamer Umatilla cleared for Frisco with passengers and freight. Po Weaver, who replaced Louie Nepander, served as meester before resuming command later. Beginning May 24, Northwestern Company steamers to Wales will select a steed from Pier. The steamer Paeblo arrived from San Francisco with a full passenger list and capacity.
In Portland on May 1, Henry Robinson was killed after a dispute over a handshake. Witnesses say Robinson forced a handshake causing Han Holt to strike, leading to Rob inson's death. Holt was arrested and the body taken to the morgue.
Dobson, driver of a Supply Laundry wagon on Woodlawn avenue, leapt headfirst through the wagon vestibule window to escape a collision with a northbound street car near Arlington hotel. The wagon was struck on Pirot avenue and the front wheels smashed while the motorman dodged. Dobson escaped uninjured as the failing horse gear and window were damaged.
The article recalls Parrott praising Charlie Hayder for his exceptional throwing, intelligence on bases, and base running reads. It highlights a game in which Snyder nabbed Geo Gore at first base, Connor argued, and Hayder’s defensive prowess, with Parrott celebrating Hayder’s speed and craft.
The Adriatic, the largest and most complete liner afloat, arrived in New York on her maiden trip. She carried nearly 5,000 passengers and docked after her transatlantic voyage.
Tom Wood a black head waiter at Hotel Stander was brought to a police court on a bench warrant and fined the costs of the action against G A McKnight proprietor of Seattle Kitchens. He claimed McKnight refused to serve him over color. Wood failed to appear for the prosecution.
Chief Nabors of Ballart reports a tip from Chief Gamural of Astoria about two Pallard girls, Anne Johnson and Lena Amith, believed to have vanished after an Astoria dance hall incident and possibly taken toward Baherd.
The Santa Clara will likely reach Seattle after May 20 calling at Katalia. She left Valdez on the 14th. The Sarstoga’s Valdes and Seward sailing date moved from May 14 to 17. Olympias arrived from Alaska. Jeanie clears tonight for Valdes and port with cargo of steel rails and explosives. City of Seattle arrived from Bragway this morning.
In Quilicane John Deniele, a shingle mill employee, placed a shingle belt on a carriage and lost four fingers of his right hand. In a separate state mill, he suffered a similar accident resulting in the loss of fingers from his left hand.
Whitman College defeats University of Washington 67 to 65 in Walla Walla as the relay and sprint events highlight a close meet. Cox leads Whitman in the 100 yards, while Whitman captures multiple events including the relay with a time of 2:30 and pole vault second.
Mayor Moore appointed ten more special patrolmen to meet Chief Wappenstein's demand for more personnel. The ten were sworn in yesterday and their appointment will require city council confirmation.
In Spokan d May 16 Judge Mike Poindexter denied a second time within two months the application for a receiver ship of the Pacific Live Stock association. He stated the remedy lay in the insurance commissioner applying for a receiver. The text then touches on Scotland’s recent economic growth, noting a 60 percent rise in business over ten years versus 41 percent elsewhere.
The land office rejects over 100 filings in two Whatcom County townships due to prior homestead claims and disputes over the right of location. The state may challenge the validity of homesteaders claims while upholding its own authority to contest bona fides.
Yesterday’s program listed six races with times and placings. Winners included First race Talentosa ridden by C Williame at 6 to 1, Second Hilo de Oro with Auban ch on, Third Raleigh with Fisher, Fourth George P McNear with Lynch, Fifth Mistus Pride with Kirahbaum, and Bixtle Native Son.
In a crowded program the first race at one mile saw Cake 111 Brown win with Quagga 4-1 second and Drulen 4-1 third in 1 42 4-6. Harold DPD 102 Lee won the three quarters at 5-1, with Devout 107 and Gambrinus 106 taking places in 1:16 2-6. Ancient 1186 Troxzler led the seven-eighths in 1:178-6 with Woodlane 118 second and Black Mary Lis third. All Ablaze 91 Swain won the half mile in 494-5 with Dr Weather 91 and Lande down 106 following. Water Joy 156 McClure led the steeplechase at 2-1, lights out 148 and Creolin 143 close behind in 2.69. Trenola 195 Austin won the 1 3/8 miles at 7-2 with Lady Goodrich 90 and several Homelwen finishing nearby in 2:
Rev. Dr Clarke officiates the Corey Gilman wedding then delivers a public defense that broadens the dispute. Dr Nehemiah Boynton of Clinton church denounces Clarke and his recent move from the Presbyterians, threatening vigorous action and warning that Clarke’s actions will not pass unchallenged.
The Grand Court Forestere of America of Washington elected officers led by Chief racer Dr. R. H W Morrison of Tacoma and sub-chief ranger F Barth of Spokane. Other posts include treasurer CC F Mescher Everett secretary T H Andrews, recording secretary A Campbell Redre Wooley, and trustees HW A Conklin Tacoma Le Geiteinger Quiicone J B Hod ee Beltingham. Supreme delegates named from Seattle and Olympia.
George Hoff, longtime adjuster for the Boston Americans, assumes athletic leadership at the University of Illinois. Cy Young’s base stealing described as notably weak but his pitching remains strong. Ned Hanson sends Del Mason on three sacrifice plays in a recent game, Mason bunting after two strikes. Mike Kahoe praised for solid play with St Louis. Kid Sullivan defeats Young Corbett prompting cancellation of remaining bouts. Robin Hood, a 6 year old racer, drinks beer after a race as he seeks his “hope.” George Sutton, former American billiard champion, returns to Chicago after leaving France on gambling charges, declaring Chicago is his better stage.
The Bremerton item lists the last pox case in the county at Paulsbo with Dr. Tinney visiting yesterday. Royal Arch visitors from Seattle attended Tuesday night. A new workmen comfort station opened in the yard. Fifteen boats built for the Nebraska were towed to the battleship site. City engineer Prof 8 HH Berry resigned citing private practice and public reasons amid budgeting for battleship replicas and funds for golf and recreation grounds.
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