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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1907
Page
7
A Port Townsend incident at Star theater liquor premises led to a disturbance as alcohol bottles were discarded and a panic caused a mass exodus of patrons into streets and alleys. The crowd dispersed toward Seattle, ending long-standing dance hall disruption in the town.
The Melody Choir case closes as the defense rests after presenting a series of literary works and fragments. The jury faces a complex mixture of uncertain writings and references, with passages touching on fate and peace as the proceedings conclude.
At 1 o clock the army transport service opened bids for a 790 day contract. The Works bid 295 452 dollars to complete the project while Risdon Iron Works offered 963 500 dollars and Heffernan Engineering Works 403 211 dollars. United Engine Works submitted 44 095 dollars and Moore and Scott 564 862 dollars. Bidders note Union Iron Works appears to have the lowest price.
Alien Jr sues Southern Pacific claiming a diner was promised on the Portland to San Francisco run but removed after departure. He says his family, including a ill child, endured two days without suitable meals and seeks $58 to $106 in attorney fees and damages.
Sanitary officials led by Drs Cofer Bouras and Oliver review ordinance 12 099 WG to curb large flocks of fowls in the southern area. A child complaint triggered action as the crusade targets roaming chickens. An incinerator is planned to dispose of the birds. Inspector Combs condemns a large building south of Yesterway owned by Aston Pacific and others near the city hall.
Entella Morning files for divorce from husband Pret J. Marr claiming abandonment two days after their wedding and ill health during the union. She asks the court to restore her status and a half interest in Beattie property, noting she has used her earnings to support herself and another woman.
A 98 petition to the city council calls for action on a justice issue. The motion was sent to the tee as Councilman at large champions the cause. Chairman of the joint committee backs the social approach.
MeO reports a vessel from the association at Jullaford Point Alaska with 606 cases of salmon aboard. The ship’s legal status remains unclear as it moves toward the crew.
A fragmented item reports a Honolulu team competing in Japan on November 12 with a loss to Keiagukoa and mentions a governor and national committee chair in brief context.
A distant report notes the death of M Hatina and mentions a minor aged four as part of the event. No further context or details are provided in the readable text.
A relative of the late national figure Mark Hanna died last night at her residence 902 Thirteenth Ave. She leaves a son David J and two daughters Sarah A and Valentine Hanna. The remains are at Butterworth's. Funeral services are set for Thursday at 2 o'clock in the afternoon.
W G Knowles, who shot up the I X L saloon on upper First Avenue, was fined by Judge Gordon in the police court yesterday after admitting intoxication. He tried to fire his revolver at the saloon and was arrested by Patrolman Loeser.
The Cleveland public schools may be equipped with book bolters that allow students to read and write while seated and studious, enabling a steadier posture during study.
Price tags advertise 10 inch Stillson pipe wrenches for 99 cents with higher prices for longer sizes. The copy touts authenticity and warns of imitations while urging customers to buy now before November 18 and to avoid relying on others for work.
Sam Rudeney and Max Rudensey with J H Browne the manager were discharged by Judge Gordon in the pelicy court after a hearing on claims they induced laborers to travel to North Yakima for a job that authorities said did not exist. James Gibson argued the contract for the laborers and said papers for damages would be prepared.
Banks report nearly twice as much cash taken in by Seattle banks than paid out yesterday. Credits show public confidence and bankers anticipate normal conditions soon as $50,000 in $1 bills and $100,000 in $2 bills are released this afternoon. Small money shortages led to amusing incidents such as a customer paying a 45 cent breakfast with a nonspecific note and receiving meal tickets worth $4.65.
Halifax dispatch reports Dr. Frederick A. Cook plans a bold spring dash toward the North Pole using a new route along the edge of uncharted territory. He intends to winter near Buchanan’s Bay, north of Peary’s prior base, with a two year expedition supplied by dogs and sledges and sustenance from local game.
Delayed San Francisco reports a morning conference between Judge Lawlor and Governor Gofflett. They decide to call an extra session to amend laws so courts can proceed with business during holidays. Judges adjourn without acting on releasing the jury in Tirey L. Ford case. Mord and other officials’ cases continued to tomorrow at 9 30.
Two artists from Detroit and Chicago, Sarah Edward and Lester Willet, were shanghaied in Valparaiso after being decoyed aboard a British ship to Sydney, deserted there and later put ashore in Chile. They began walking toward destination seeking passage home.
The Huenos Ayres arrived safely after crossing the Andes and reached the harbor today aboard the steamer Horatius. The voyage linked distant regions with the Horatius as the transport vessel.
Thick fog overnight and this morning slowed Sound navigation as steamers arrived late. Vessels governed by slow bells and fox horns. fog lingered between Seattle and Tecoma though it lifted beyond Five Mile for the return of visibility.
Pertha Mills wife of Arthur Mills sues Pacific Coast Syrup Company for 10000 damages on behalf of herself and children Bill Mills and Arthur Mills alleging her husband’s death from falling into a maple syrup vat was due to company negligence.
In Morocco at Casa Blanca a hand armorers misadventure with a shell caused its premature explosion. The blast killed and wounded several Moors as bystanders crowded nearby. Walter Christie, the racing driver, vows to continue racing despite a recent crash, and jokingly asks for RIP on his tomb if he dies.
Funeral services for Samuel H. B. Kings, who died at Rainier Beach, will be conducted tomorrow afternoon at 2 o clock from the Seattle Undertaking Company.
United Press reports corporation papers filed in Olympia on November 12 including Snohomish Shingle reducing capital from 20000 to 6000 and Long Bay Mining in Seattle valued at 1000000 by J D Meenach W Johnston and John W Cor aon The Builder of Everett listed at 5000 by BR MH Groger A Marcel and M Byrre Marsh Mill of Snohomish shows 6000 by George C Tup per John Engetrom and HW HL Groger
Valdez Alaska reports the Three M with 18 passengers aboard for McKnights Island has been missing for over a week. A fierce storm has raged, overturning trees and driving the sea into fury as search efforts continue.
A special committee urged aggressive action to press the government for a second 2,000,000 drydock at the Bremerton navy yard in addition to the one already authorized. Admiral Burwell’s plans include three more docks, with urgent consideration requested for one of the three. JONEAU Alaska Nov 12 Bw Hoggatt arrives from Valdes aboard the Port land.
Residents on Gen Lake north and west sides faced delays from 15 to 45 minutes after Beattie Metric tore up about ten blocks of track near Woodland Park. No warning preceded the action forcing pedestrians to walk through mud to reach the next car, turning morning transit into a crowded trek.
Mrs. Annie Thomas, mother of Fred Tyler, testified for the defense in the Steve Adams case in Rathdrum Idaho, saying she delayed mourning until a skeleton was confirmed. Gen Bulkley Wells testified to Adams admitting plans tied to a body in Colorado and to a prior killing. Warden Whitney related Adams admitting Tyler and Boule deaths.
Jefferson City Missouri Attorney General Hadley filed in the supreme court today to prevent the International Harvester Company of America from doing business in Missouri for violating state anti trust laws. Roosevelt held talks with Congressman Vreeland A T Fancher and N H Franchot about renomination plans and ensuring the president will not run. In Germany towns prepare raw skins for the fur trade.
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