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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1909
Page
3
A long narrative piece details the downfall of L E Davison amid misfortune and prison, interwoven with a Los Angeles report on a new Christian Science church dome, architecture, and reinforced concrete. It also discusses England inheritance tax as a fiscal model versus U S tax plans.
The coroner's office investigates the death of Roy Penrose, 17, found mangled in an elevator shaft at the Transcontinental Freight and Warehouse Co. warehouse. Penrose, employed there, died after being crushed by the heavy car in a mysterious accident.
The Russian actress Nastimova revealed psychological depth in Hedda Gabler with a stark moral antipathy and a striking physical transformation from Nora in A Doll's House. Her portrayal showed detestation fused with reptilian quiet menace, captivating a large audience.
A pictorial tale traces the wandering life of Lala the princess, born in Tangier, who travels from Tangier to Colombo, Bombay, Singapore, Penang, Batavia and Hongkong to perform as a dancer. Her travels include Cairo and Paris with acclaim from Loubet and others.
By United Press Oakland California May 6 The college graduate should seek work in rural areas rather than cities according to Joaquin Miller at a California college commencement He warned that prisons and farms suit many graduates better than urban life and criticized college football and pretentious pursuits as wasteful The speaker noted many professionals fill urban areas while suggesting graduates use their abilities in farm or smaller community settings
The steamer Aki Maru reached Beattie with 123 passengers, mostly visitors for the A K I and P events. Among them are prominent figures including Mr and Mrs Z Inouye and Gov Brady with their party. guests include G H Block and Miss T Gustison as hosts and escorts for the educational exhibit.
In Japanese court circles officials received a farewell reception hosted by the emperor. The event marked the end of a period of service and honored distinguished figures for their contributions. The gathering underscored ceremonial duties within the imperial court.
Clive and Bill Newman were sentenced at Greenwood British Columbia to 1 to 20 years in the penitentiary for robbing the Great Northern railway agent at Brideville TL C last December.
President Schubach of B Schubach and Marnillon hosted a reception aboard the new Bt. O Croix for shipping men. Interior fittings and near completion of northern voyage preparations are noted as most accommodations for its first trip north next week have been spoken for. The vessel is described as capable of high speed.
Plans for the visiting Japanese cruisers include a Monday garden party at Washington Park with welcome speeches, vaudeville numbers, and athletic events. The Japanese Association handles the affair and Japanese fleet day is set for June 4 with contests at the stadium and a reception for officers at the armory.
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