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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1910
Page
8
At Black Diamond on November 9 the outlook turned grim as rescuers abandon hope for the five men trapped in the Lawson mine. Afterdamp halted below the third level, ending chances of survival. Authorities expect surface bodies from near the south airshaft to be recovered within days.
Mrs. L. W. Dorsett awoke to a flood of water pouring through a second story window. Two jokers, mistaken for her neighbor, sprayed the house with a garden hose before realizing the error.
In Chico California on November 9 Mrs J Eller left town with Alexander Bowen a married man with his wife in the East after obtaining her husband’s consent and leaving their two children with him Eller kissed her husband at the depot and waved goodbye while he said he would rather she live with Bowen and he helped pack her trunk
Washington votes for equal suffrage with a 2 to 1 result in Seattle as husbands gain office chores while wives manage the home. The piece notes turnout and suggests voters align with Jim Jones for men and Bill Smith for women.
The funeral of Rev. Herman J. Goller addressed by Bishop O'Dea and Archbishop Christie took place in Spokane yesterday. Until a new provincial is named by the Pope, Rev. James A. Reckless will serve as acting provincial and secretary to Father Goller.
An unidentified man was found dead in a box car at Interbay this morning with a bullet wound. Railroad yard workers suspect homicide, while police classify the death as a suicide. A revolver with one empty chamber and a whiskey bottle lay near the body.
Americans in Birmingham believe a breakthrough in shipping tomatoes to England could yield a fortune if a garage or similar bottleneck can be avoided, opening a profitable transatlantic route.
Today in history on November 9 1799 Napoleon abolished the French directory and became first consul after the Nile campaign. Aboard the schooner A J Johnson wrecked man overboard, while Arkansas apples gain demand in the South. Thomas Cannell royal household bandmaster of England dies at 90 in Salt Lake City. Belton New Hampshire reports a three cornered gunfight arising from a quarrel.
Reported as part of a broader police case a shooting left Frank Ellington dead and Henry and Jack Pittman wounded. The incident involves a violent confrontation and subsequent medical treatment for the two suspects.
A Portland fire early today partially burned the Milner block at Park and Morrison streets. Estimated loss is about 25000 dollars. The lower floors housing several stores were badly burned while the upper rooming house suffered little damage.
Victoria British Columbia November 9 reports an application to the department of justice in Ottawa to grant a new trial for Gunner Allen who was convicted of killing Captain Elliston and sentenced to hang on December 2.
Silk belts and girdles in black messaline with plaited and shirred effects are offered at $1.00 to $2.50. Imported taffeta silk elastic belts in black, navy, green and gray with metal buckles cost $1.00. Persian silk elastic belts with gilt two-piece buckles are $1.25. Viret Fleer.
Corset cover embroideries feature venise lace effects English eyelet and convent embroidery on Swiss barred dimity and nainsook. Latest patterns include galloon band effects with prices from 35 cents to $1.75 per yard. cs Firet Fleet
Advertises women and men umbrellas with linen or Gloria coverings, features eight rib frames, long mission handles, waterproof runners, and metal trims. Prices listed: $1.50 for women's linen umbrellas and $2.50 for Gloria and silk linen covered options. Located at First Floor.
Imported hand embroidered muslinwear offered as elegant gifts with attractive gift boxes. Garments include French gowns and chemises priced from 75 cents to 5.95, all laundered and finished with hand embroidery and ribbon details.
Wool and cotton union suits for women and children advertised with medium to heavy weights. Prices range from 50 cents to 2 dollars, featuring high necks, long sleeves, ankle lengths, and crochet edge details.
Winter Gloves for Women offers Cashmerette gloves silk lined with two wrist clasps in black and colors at 50 cents a pair. Knit golf gloves for women come in black gray navy and brown priced 50 or 65 cents a pair. Suede lined silk gloves two clasp style in colors and black at 75 cents a pair. Two clasp silk lined gloves in good colors at 1 dollar a pair. Also available are children’s golf gloves in 35 and 50 cents per pair. First Floor.
Holiday aprons 25c handkerchief material with colored patterns and borders. Dust caps to match 25c. Waitress aprons 25c white lawn smooth fit trimmed with ruffle. Round tea aprons 25c bar red dimity dotted Swiss white lawn with pink bias trim. Maids aprons 25c white lawn embroidery bib or bib and straps. Tea aprons 35c white lawn trimmed with embroideries. 50c Maids and tea chafing dish aprons and large old-fashioned aprons. Tea aprons sheet trimmed with Valenciennes lace. Embroidery adorned aprons shown at this price. Sewing aprons 35c BM trimmed with Valenciennes lace bows. Nasement sale.
Advertises seasonal warm garments with low prices including women's fleece lined vests and pants 25 garments 38 cents, fleece lined tights 50 cents, children's union suits 35 to 50 cents, children's vests pants and drawers 20 25 35 cents. Describes cream white garments in white gray and cream with high necks long sleeves ankle lengths and durable fittings. Basement shopping location implied.
Featuring SOLA SILK and SEDO SILK fabrics in multiple widths from 18 to 35 inches. Fabrics include Chiffon Faille with satin coin spots, satin Jacquard designs, and black silks in 35 inch width priced around 1.00 yard. Also listed are 37 inch broadcloth finish cloths, Cheviot Suiting with woven border, and assorted colors from blue to garnet.
Three styles shown the long full figure and a medium length for average figures and a short for slender figures. Made of coutil with two pair hose supporters and trimmed with embroidery scallops or lace. Basement Salesroom price 50c each.
The Glove Section offers a wide range of warm wear at low prices. Womens Cashmerette Gloves cost 25 and 35 cents per pair while Womens Golf Gloves are 25 or 35 cents. Children and infants options include mittens and gloves in similar price ranges. Basement Salesroom.
An assortment of neckwear novelties offered at 20 and 25 cents. Includes Jabots of Venise lace Cluny trimmed with wide lace, lace stock collars with tabs, embroidered stocks, lace eton collars, and various neck pieces in white or black. Pasement Salesroom.
New allovers for yokes and waists in 18 inch wide lace sell for 9c to 1.25 per yard with gold or Persian embroidery on white black or ecru nets. Allover nets priced at 1.75 in cream lavender black and brown with self color embroidery. Black embroidered net available by the yard.
A catalog note lists rag dolls named Topsy Stella sail ors clowns and soldiers and celluloid dressed dolls priced at 25 cents. French poodles and sponge balls also 25 cents. Bear and cat muffs in white bear cloth trimmed with ribbon sell for 1.25 dollars. Teddy lions cost 50 cents. Children’s sweaters for ages 9 to 5 years priced at 50 cents with pearl button fastenings in white and navy trimmed with contrasting color. masement &
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