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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1908
Page
3
Turmoil marks tariff revision debate as Congress considers a bill to revise duties. President Taft administration seeks a revised tariff through the ongoing session with Cannon and allied leaders guiding the process.
In Auburn New York a heated discussion centers on a proposed tariff reform. Legislators consider how the changes could affect merchants and government costs while planning potential actions in Washington regarding timing and implementation.
A concise history tracing tariff agitation from 1819 through the Dingley bill of 1897. It notes key laws in 1824 1828 1842 1846 1857 1864 and 1897, the 1882 tariff commission, McKinley era passage, Wilson Gorman opposition, and a 11 year period of the Dingley law in force.
Bell ingham November 13 County Treasurer elect Frank Wilson announced his chief deputy will be Miss Nellie Rogers daughter of former county official Ellery Rogers. Miss Rogers has been a clerk in the treasurer s office through several administrations serving under treasurers of different political persuasions.
The remains of Me Ormes, a timber cruiser missing since October 23, were found yesterday afternoon about 600 yards from his headquarters. A gunshot wound to his right breast suggested accidental death. Ormes, 35, Seattle native, worked for Scott & Howe of Tacoma and lived at 4537 Orcas Ave, Station G.
Wallace Idaho November 13 The January Mining Co sued the Bunker Hill and Sullivan Mining Co for 7 5 million dollars claiming ore valued at that sum was taken from the Republican fraction lode in the Yroka mining district during the last three years and seeking control of the Wardner vein from which tens of millions of ore have been mined The January Mining Co a Oregon corporation asserts ownership of the property in dispute and asserts rights in the vein and lode claims involved.
Washington November 18 Army surgeon general reports Alaska as a great health resort with only one death from disease in the past year. The sole fatality was pneumonia among soldiers, underscoring the region’s health conditions.
In Waco Texas on November 13 the Northwest Texas Methodist conference opened with strong resolutions praising Senator Carmac of Tennessee who died a martyr to prohibition and civic righteousness.
Robert Blakely of Ravensdale notes during the Crimean War the 600 men who charged at Malakiava, 198 returned, the rest killed wounded or captured.
TACOMA reports gray squirrels invading Western Washington in surprising numbers. hunters say the source remains unclear though some think they crossed the Columbia River.
Spokane report states Mrs. Jennie Moffitt wife of B H Moffitt a leading Coeur d Alene mining man died Tuesday morning in Portland Ore after a period of ill health. Mr Moffitt was with her at the end and the body reached Spokane today for the funeral to be held Saturday.
The Washington state board of dental examiners will hold a meeting on Monday at 8 oclock in Bagios hall in the Symonds building. The session runs for a week and will discuss theory and practical work. Board members include Irwin of Vancouver president H D Brand of Tacoma secretary B Edgers of Seattle A W Burns of North Yakima and C Mann of Spokane.
A meeting of the club stockholders is planned to decide whether to retain the franchise in the Northwestern League. The meeting, called by KRMe president, invites all interested parties and baseball fund contributors from the past two or three seasons. A definite decision must be reached before December 1.
Fiortat sulcide C. W. Butler attempted to hang himself in the city jail receiving cell last night but prisoners stopped him. He was arrested earlier in the day on suspicion of insanity and transferred to the county jail for safekeeping.
Khaill Abdo and B. Gordon are mentioned in connection with a disturbance described as an attempted forceful act toward young women during a last street event. Details are incomplete and unclear in the fragment.
Port Orchard reports preparations are underway for the annual Kitcount Sunday schools convention to be held next Tuesday and Wednesday. The event will feature speakers and activities for local church groups.
Bakery stall listings show spaces 40 41 at Public Market with bakery at 1219 Yesler Way and Market L 1157. Bakery L 4780 notes all bread fresh daily and offers a trial to attract customers.
A Sailors' Lead as Operation committee yesterday proposed purchasing a lot on Western Avenue near Union Street and mortgaging it along with a new building to raise funds for a 200 room sailors' home modeled after the Millan house in New York. The plan includes baths gymnasium library and an assembly room.
With the educational congress imminent the program and entertainment for visitors are being finalized. The meeting is set for November 17 and 18, culminating in a banquet for Dr K Pearsons of Chicago on Wednesday evening. A special train from Puget Sound will bring visitors, with return options by Wednesday night or Thursday morning.
United Press dispatch from Helena reports Bert Berger a former Alaska miner attempted death by his own hand at Canyon Ferry after midnight Thursday. He tossed two thousand dollars in postal money orders payable to himself into a store, claiming the money was with the government and no one would quarrel once he was dead. Yakima considers reclassifying as a second class city after joint sanitary and business groups back a charter reform.
Colv ilasa Washington November 18 a six year old daughter of Thompson died after falling backward from a chair into a tub of water at the Whiteostabi home three miles west of Colville. She died shortly after at Harvey hospital.
M Ogiara and Mikal, Japanese store proprietors, were fined $36 each in police court yesterday for selling cigarette papers.
A local official faces charges amid a confusing array of notes and endorsements. The incident centers on a late endorsement under scrutiny, with investigators piecing together fragmented evidence and the accused facing possible penalties.
Suits of serge cheviot and novelty stripes in navy blue brown green garnet black and gray priced at 25. Plain tailored designs with trim of satin braid and buttons plus plain gored and plaited skirts. Medium length semi fitted coats satin lined with black peau de soie reverses and cuffs.
Reefers for children aged 6 to 14 priced at 6.75 and 9.75 dollars feature serge plain and cheviot covert cloth in navy blue gray tan brown and involuntary stripe effects. Styles include velvet collars and full lining with embroidered emblem on the sleeve.
Remnants available in printed and inlaid linoleum with versatile uses for bedrooms bathrooms and stove boards. Low prices highlighted as a key attraction for shoppers.
A catalog lists sable and natural squirrel stoles and related accessories with prices. Items include stoles, rugs, throws, neck-pieces, and pillow muffs in various finishes such as loose skin, heads and tails, tab effects, and satin linings, with prices ranging from 6.25 to 27.50.
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