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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1909
Page
4
A Frisco paper touts a three day show titled the Greater athlon with a grand street parade and performances by top acts. It notes crowds of 279,873 attendance and promises a May 20 morning event continuing through May 22 with a rich display of novelty and exhibition in the city.
A Nadeau warns that Seattle’s A Y P exposition may fail without adequate rooms for visitors. He cites 3,000 rooms listed by the bureau as insufficient and warns of drastic measures if more space is not secured. He blames previous Jamestown charges of 10 dollars a day for rooms that should fetch 8, noting early attendees were deterred by high prices.
Peacemakers plan a gathering tomorrow at the Y M C A with speakers and choirs. Notables include Charles Pavstus of Boston and Rev J L Greenwell, with music by Mendelssohn and Gounod pieces. Anna Loulee Strong leads emblem distribution and literature table at registration.
From Yuma Arizona May 17 a report details convicts at the Vina penitentiary in Mexico who set a fire tied to an alleged insurance crime. Mitchell and Dr. Williams allegedly aided the escape plan. Guards locked prisoners inside as flames spread causing unconsciousness from smoke.
In a Stockton incident on May 17, 17 year old Belle Petterson and 14 year old Adams were intercepted after traveling by steamer Mirlees to be taken to their homes. Police detained the youths as the couple arrived and a matron at the detention home took charge of the girl.
Amusements listings feature Moore Otis Skinner in The Honor of the Family. Grand Dark Geattie and Lola headline a lively night of vaudeville at Pantages Lyceum and other venues with new acts and a variety of performances across town.
A review notes Beatle Human hearts as a real melodrama offered by Mins ieri layers. The performance dispelled fears at two erday Wor the mi i, depicting a portraye of a heroine. The cast includes Sy red in the tithe role with nervousness offset by a good account, praised as perhaps the best comedy seen in months.
Georgetown city council ordered the five road houses to shut their doors at o'clock today. After rejected compromises the resorts agreed to obey the order, ending the long battle with suburban police.
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Beattie bankmen plan a comic opera in Turley titled The Adorable Fritai. The troupe features Alta Daly, Edith McClure, Mina Jacque Canad, James Iutt Rowell, and others with Mrs. M. F. Backus and numerous society patrons listed as sponsors. The plot centers on a ransom incident during a show attended by locals.
The Know Your City campaign held a third week session at MC A auditorium focusing on social centers. Attendees visited St Mark's settlement houses and Broadway High School as part of the program. The schedule promises hospital debates, Anti Tuberculosis Society plans by William McKibben, playground movement talk by A B Griffithe, and an exploration of what the city still lacks.
An open meeting of Builders' Exchange members and others will be held at Arcade Annex rooms 200 204 at 6 tonight. Prof B J McCaustland of the University of Washington will speak on plumbing ordinances for large cities. After his address, discussion will follow. the topic concerns the city council committee's current revision affecting Beattie residents and property owners.
A local notice invites families to attend an eye health event for children at Beeond Ave offering supportive charges. The unusual spelling and phrasing suggest a community outreach with emphasis on accessibility and care for children's vision needs.
Listing advertises a 9 by 12 foot rug with rich deep pile in Oriental and floral patterns. Claims value of $25 but offered for sale at 818.25 in the A V P sale.
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