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Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1909

Page

14

Irven Girls Celebrate 80 Years Young In Sunshine Club

May 21 TI. O. -- Blev i girls, aged 80 and older, former inmates of the Claetn and Old Men's Home, form a Sunshine club to spread joy. Mrs Sarah Gott, turning 80 this month, leads the group planning a big birthday party with Margaret Dinsdale, 83, as secretary, to mark their renewed spirit despite aging bodies.

Firven TI. O Blevi Sarah Gott Giffe Sunshine Club Mra Fen Margaret Dinsdale

Breakdown in Jail Leaves Woman Refusing Court Control

Mia Martena, held on complicity charges in her husband Martin Newcomb murder case, breaks down in the county jail. Her attorney Charlies El ipt plans to move for a further examination as she rages at the loss of power and self-control in front of her two daughters.

United Fresco Mia Martena Martin Maree Newcomb Charlies Vraishavg Hypno

Fortal Building Site Sold in Urivet Press Notice

In Urivet Press Wash May 21 a treasury department notice reports the Fortal building site purchased with a transfer recorded amid official actions.

Fortal Building Urivet Press Wash A Treasury Department

Federal building site purchase completed at Colby and Wall

The buyer has completed the purchase of the federal building site at Colby and Wall Streets. A total price of 12000 dollars was paid to the Everett Improvement Company for the transfer of ownership.

Federal Colby and Wall St Everett Improvement Company

Skeletons of Five Giant Indians Unearthed in California Burial Ground

In San Clemente California on May 21 crowds view the skeletal remains of five enormous Native American individuals unearthed from an Indian burial ground. Two skeletons exceed seven feet. the others measure over six and a half feet. The bones lie at unusual depths drawing wide interest.

United Pree San Clement Cal

De Young Buys Skyscraper in New York

M H De Young of San Francisco completed a deal to purchase a New York skyscraper for 1 260 000 dollars. The property at 236 235 Fifth Avenue includes a ten story building and a lot.

Celed Pree New York M. H. de Young San Francisco Cty de Young

Barkley Elected Moderator of Presbyterian Assembly

Dr J M Barkley of Detroit was elected moderator of the Presbyterian general assembly with 60 percent of the 292 votes for Dr Edgar P Hill of Chicago. Committees are being chosen under a new district caucus system. The assembly marks the 4th anniversary of John Calvin.

United Press Denver J. M. Barkley Detroit Mich General Assembly of The Presbyterian Church Edgar P. Hill Chicago Mittees John Calvin

Ostrich Farm Feature At Lona Park This Week

Ostrich shows at Lona Park feature driven and ridden birds with a lecture on hatching raising and care. The event highlights the valuable birds and educates spectators on their care and management.

Lona Park

Adirondack Resort Fire Destroys Whiteface Inn

A major blaze yesterday leveled the Whiteface Inn on the western shore of Lake Placid. The fire caused an estimated loss of about 50,000 dollars to the well known Adirondack hotel as flames swept through the building.

Adirondack Resort Lake Placid Adirondack

Railroads Declare Quarterly and Semiannual Dividends

The Union Pacific company declared a regular quarterly dividend of 14 percent on common stock. The Southern Halfway company announced a quarterly dividend of 1% percent on common stock and a semiannual dividend of 4% on preferred stock.

Union Pacific Tpalirona Totday Southern Halfway Company

Trial of Skinny Madden Labor Leader on Grafting Charge

Chicago labor leader known as Skinny Madden stands trial for alleged extortion involving 1000 from a contracting firm after a strike. Prosecution Attorney Wayman questions jurors to uncover bias as Madden’s persona and leadership influence dominate the proceedings. Other defendants M J Boyle and FR Powehet are also charged. trial highlights Madden’s court presence and rhetoric. The case shocks Chicago and reflects on building trades influence.

Skinny Madden Enicago Chicago Martin T. Madden Madden Chicago Federation Labor Cxar M. J. Boyle FR. Powehet Busines Trial of Raleo Wayman J Mtyiell Cronsen Chiengo Jimen Air the

Man Holds City Jail Fire to Flee

May OT railroad worker Evenett registered as John Martin jailed for abusive language to the police judge. He set a cell fire hoping to burn through a hole and escape. After flames were put out officers subdued the combative inmate.

Evenett May John Martin

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