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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1907
Page
6
Crosby, the old yeast man, has disappeared for weeks and is the subject of a large citywide search. He was known as a genial fixture and sold Star Compressed Yeast during the summertime, widely spoken of by residents.
Memorial Day services were conducted by Rev. Dr. Van at Plymouth Congress Church with large attendance from Civil War veterans and American Legion members. The parade is planned to start at ten o'clock, reviewed by Grand Pythian, with marshals directing officers, police, Fort military band, and troops. The second unit will include the HKegt 0G. W. band and local groups.
The National Guard companies join the corps and units from the third division mix with the Industrial school drum corps. The fourth division includes Spanish war veterans and bands, GA R posts, and Lone of Veterans. For the first time in city history all stores will close all day.
Two unknown Japanese stabbed Horace Hazel and Randolph Merriweather in San Francisco after a protest over an epithet. Hazel was knifed in the back and may die. Police learned that tensions with Japanese residents have risen amid alleged bravado tied to President Roosevelt.
Twelve railroads listed as defendants in a Washington lumbermen case have not returned answers to the complaint. Oregon Railway and Navigation, Oregon Short Line, Union Pacific, Southern Pacific, Oregon & California, Rio Grande & Western, Denver & Rio Grande, Chicago, Rock Island Pacific, Missouri Pacific, Leavenworth Kansas Western, Kansas City Northwestern and Chicago Northwestern are named.
A deprived couple unable to feed their two babies left the 19 month old and six month old with a woman in Beattie. The infant was found on a doorstep by police and placed in the care of Matron Kelly. J M Dunham of York Station agreed to take the child and provide a home until the parents are able to support it. The earlier Hood canal steamer trip by Whatcom provided a pleasant respite.
In Sortomam Armestnd May 1 George J Jorumham manager of the International Policyholders committee appeared in police court and was formally arrested on a forgery warrant. He was brought before a magistrate and fined 2600.
Slightly used uprights and pianolas offered at bargain prices with cases polished actions overhauled and music benches included. Instruments from well known makes range from 116 to 250. Pianolas available with optional silent piano setup and music bench. Strong emphasis on season use for summer homes and staying at home to save travel costs.
Thousands flocked to parks and outdoor spots as a 76 degree temperature drew people into shade for a cool breeze. Lake Washington boats and yachts sailed while streams attracted anglers. Excursion steamboats carried many to soundside points as wildflowers bloomed and forecast calls for continued fair weather.
Chicago May 27 Meat prices may rise sharply this week as the beef trust refuses payment for stock until government inspectors certify carcasses. Commercial bodies urge dealers to halt shipments to the trust controlled market until a major change occurs. A meat shortage and higher prices are anticipated.
Seattle police have started a fund to cover burial expenses for Patrolman T. B. Jones who died at Providence hospital after an appendectomy. Jones served two months and was not yet in the Police Relief Association. The department organized a drive as the Jones family faced costs.
Louis Mahoesky a North Seattle second hand dealer was arrested yesterday for violating the Sunday closing ordinance. Police say his feverish attempt to land coin led to the arrest as he kept his shop open on Saturday and insisted on Sunday operations despite exemptions for Jews who closed on Saturday with Sunday closures contested.
In Portland on May 27 the self confessed killer known as Bill Rhios was given life in prison for the slaying of his companion Philander Lemon. The two men were in a cabin when an axe was used to kill Lemon, and Judge Hamilton pronounced the sentence after Rhios declared he expected life.
The Fortuna Whe steamer will be chartered Tuesday evening May 28 for 360 friends and members of the Plymouth Christian Endeavor Society. Funds from the event go toward buying a new grand piano for the Plymouth Church at Harvard and East Union. Refreshments will be served and the Plymouth Sunday School orchestra will provide music.
In Paris on May 21 the rider Van Hoevart won the Bordesun Paris bicycle race with a time of 19:99:27, placing ahead of rivals in a dramatic sprint to the finish.
A fragmented amount list shows multiple numeric entries including 19.50 10.26 821.00 22.00 and 822.00 18.05 with unclear context. No clear events or entities beyond numbers are identifiable.
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