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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1910
Page
3
The sudden death of Lyman C Smith, prominent New York manufacturer, Friday night in Seattle shocks the local building scene. Officials report plans for a major 14 story skyscraper at the southwest corner of See dy and dealer way were in progress, with Smith's death affecting the project and its timing.
In police court a man blamed personal woes including a sick wife and baby for speeding. Patrolman Kix cited several drivers with speedometer excuses. fines ranged from 20 to 30 dollars and warrants were issued for others. RS contributed two dollars.
Auditor Case notes a light ballot as election activity grows before the polls. He says precincts see limited voting as many voters have already cast anticipated ballots.
Burglars struck multiple locations including Mrs J Summit apartments Madison Street Peter B, 22nd Avenue S H Land East Columbia Street, Olympic Place Torp and Weiler Street losses listed.
Myron A. Crippen, father of Hawley Crippen, destitute and frail in Los Angeles, voices unwavering belief in his son, condemned in London for Belle Elmore's murder. He recalls Hawley's youth, musical talent, medical training, and hopes to mend fortunes, asking for a letter from his imprisoned son to ease his loneliness.
Reports that two new naval drydocks will be established on the Pacific coast were welcomed by officials in Washington. Location uncertain but likely within reach of San Francisco Bay as Secretary Meyer favors consolidating Atlantic and Gulf yards.
Charles Freeman a Philadelphia high school student aged 14 died after swallowing carbolic acid. Authorities say he was despondent following parental reprimands for not doing his best in school. The death was ruled a suicide.
High southerly winds lash the Sound as two fishermen Andrew and John de Vailier drown after their 28 foot boat Two Brothers capsizes. A Tennessee revenue cutter crew rescues them with a dramatic shore crowd of about 1000 watching.
Dewey Wells, age about 1, was kidnapped July 16 by Robert Rollason alias Bert Schuman. Deputy Meyer brought him home from Omaha where the kidnapper and boy were found. Rollason faces trial for kidnapping. he has prior penitentiary time. Dewey resisted during transfer and was beaten. Meyer provided clothing for the boy.
John L Sullivan states he has proof that James J Jeffries trainers were told Johnson would lay down before the Reno July 4 bout Sullivan says Billy Delaney tipped Jeffries and Jeffries vanished that night Denver observers and Jim Corbett avoid confirmation or denial of the claims
Across multiple states on November 7 1924 insurgent Republicans and party elders predicted wins in key races. In Utah Salt Lake County three party factions contend while Ohio Governor contests draw heavy campaigning. Oregon Washington Idaho and Washington state races show tight gubernatorial and congressional fights with insurgent candidates shaping outcomes. Warfare of party lines and liquor questions influence results.
H. P. Edgars took charge today as general manager of the Seattle Electric company succeeding FE. B. Potter who will depart midmonth to do appraisal work for Stone & Webster. F. B. Pratt vicepresident of Stone & Webster arrives to consult with local officials.
Fifteen entombed or dead amid blast at Lawson mine as rescue teams battle rock falls and burning coal fires. Widows and children await grim news while miners blame long burning fires for the disaster in Black Diamond.
Reverend J D O Powers condemns civic rot in Seattle and backs the recall of Mayor Gill as a defender of decency. Reverend Ernest Vincent Shayler argues preelection promises mislead voters and urges scrutiny of leaders amid corporate crime pressures.
The first freight aeroplane ever flown arrived in Columbus at 11:50 carrying a consignment of silk from Dayton. The machine, piloted by Aviator Parmalee of the Wright hangars, left Dayton 62 miles away at 10:40 am. Parmalee completed the trip in one run despite a strong headwind.
The Seattle labor party plans an evening rally in Arcade Hall with music and fireworks. Charles Perry Taylor, secretary of the state federation, will deliver the principal address.
The YWCA reports a bustling first month for its business exchange with about 25 girls applying daily for jobs. Many have been supplied with positions, others await word, and no charges are made to applicants for placement services.
Willie Roth, four and a half, was playing on Pitt Street when a companion set a cartridge on streetcar tracks. A car explosion occurred and a bullet lodged in his nose. Three surgeons prepared to operate at Harlem hospital on Second Street and Avenue C before the sneeze caused the bullet to fall out.
Felix Lundquist testified in police court that Hans Peterson defrauded him of six dollars after Lundquist had fed and sheltered him. The judge found the evidence flimsy and released Peterson, leaving Lundquist visibly disappointed.
The Rainbow, Canada’s second tinpot navy warship, arrived in Victoria at 10 o clock and was welcomed by cabinet members and many residents this afternoon. The ship is the first to reach the Pacific coast.
In a nighttime incident, Joe Folen insulted Patrolman Miles during a police court appearance. Despite the provocation, Folen escaped a monetary penalty due to his laborer status and the judge’s discretion.
Market lists from Pike Flack Market show New York Concord grapes at 26 to 36 cents per basket Quinces six cents per pound Spanish onions four for ten cents Pineapples 36 cents each New Raisins ten cents per three pounds Florida Grapefruit two for sixteen cents Jonathan apples six to twenty cents Gravenstein apples sixteen cents Sweet potatoes twenty six cents Jersey cranberries ten cents per quart Popcorn seven to nine cents per pound Lampoon? at twelve and a half cents Weinerwurst five cents Belling beef? per pound Smoked liver sausage twenty cents per pound Friday specials include Tillamook cheese twenty six cents and twenty five to sixty cents per dozen Butter around eighty to ninety cents per pound Eastern codfish sixteen cents per pound Spiced herring sixteen and one half cents per pound Sea foods offer further.
A typed price list shows various meats and seafood with unit prices. Items include prime rib, lamb chops, veal chops, hams, corn beef, halibut, perch, flounder, oysters, shrimp and crabs with individual prices per pound or quantity. Store location implied Olympia and Eastern markets.
A damaged OCR shopping list shows various fruits vegetables and staples with prices such as Concord grapes blueberries Jonathan apples and pure apple cider. Items include walnuts potatoes navy beans split peas tapioca and rice with several spelling distortions and unclear quantities.
A paid advertisement touts Charles Petrovitsky as candidate for the 1st Senatorial District. It claims he conducted a thorough personal canvass and will win by a good majority, pledging to serve the masses without fear or favor.
Notice to carpenters that November 5th remains a legal holiday per the Brotherhood General Constitution. Members are urged to be at polling places to vote and work for candidates. By Order of Local 131.
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