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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1911
Page
8
A lengthy account retells Annie Martus lighthouse keeper’s sister and her sea sailor beloved. After he vanishes at sea, Annie endlessly signals ships from Tybee Light, rescuing 30 men during a blaze, while the romance stretches through years with no final ending.
The Grand Opera House presents The Earl of Pawtucket and When Knighthood Was in Flower plus The Cow Puncher and vaudeville by the Rod Rodriguez family and Louise Hamlin in singing and dancing numbers. Photoplays follow.
Audiences braved the weather to watch Lawrance D Orsay in The Earl of Pawtucket at the Moore Theater. The performance features D Orsay’s famous facial mannerisms and wit, in a clean comedy about an English aristocrat who uses a divorced American’s name.
A large Seattle audience yesterday welcomed the stormy tale of Mary Tudor at the Seattle theatre. Anna Day shines in the title role with strong supporting performances throughout the cast.
The review notes no deaths in the first act with a neck hit and revolver butt. The next four acts grow livelier with revolvers bowie knives and even a shotgun appearing. The piece comes off as a melodrama with heightened action throughout.
Local match delivered a breezy draw as Clinton and Russell combined for a relaxed duel. Neither side seized a decisive advantage with both creating chances and trading rhythm throughout.
Chester Mooberry, a Peoria fireman, died in a blaze that destroyed the National hotel early today. Two other firefighters were injured as seventy guests fled in their night clothes into the streets. The loss is estimated at $100,000.
The Seattle Women’s club political science department holds a public meeting at the Seattle Commercial Club rooms tonight. Councillor Ellman Erickson will discuss his new tax bill. Thomas R. Horner speaks on The Recall of Judges. Miss Adella Parker talks Direct Legislation.
Public market notice enumerates produce and seafood with prices for crabs 19 cents each lobsters 26 cents per pound salt mackerel 3 for 26 cents soles 15 cents per pound red 2 pounds 15 cents black cod 25 cents per pound clams 2 quarts 15 cents salmon 26 cents halibut 3 pounds 5 cents lutefisk 10 cents per pound lamb shoulders … lard 2 pounds 26 cents ham 18 cents per pound sausage 10 cents per pound beans 4 for 25 cents apples and pears priced, onions, potatoes, butter listed with unit costs
A local sanitary market advertises mackerel six for 25 cents, Norway herring six for 26 cents, dill pickles ten cents a dozen, sauerkraut 16 cents a quart, two quarts for 16 cents, Yakima Burtank potatoes 1.40 per 160 pound sack, apples boxes 1.75, sugar 17 pounds for 1, home made mince meat two pounds for 25 cents, Bing apples 1.20 per box, lamb and mutton various 10-12 cents per pound, club sausage and bacon 10-15 cents per pound.
Market ad lists T bone steak 15 cents lb air loin 12% cents lb veal stew 10 cents lb pot roast several items shown with errors corned beef 5 cents lb lard 12% cents lb compound lard 3 pounds 25 cents Swedish potato sausage 15 cents lb mutton chops 3 pounds 25 cents legs mutton 10 cents lb Red snapper 2 pounds 15 cents black cod 16 cents pound flatfish 6 cents lb boneless codfish middles 18 cents lb large Norwegian herring 2 for 15 cents lemons 16 cents dozen onions 6 and 6 cents grapes 25 cents basket coconuts 10 cents each sweet potatoes 25 cents per pound green pears 4 pounds 25 cents annoy cook apples 1.26 box delly
Oakland officials report fifty two deaths linked to the shopmen's strike across the western Harriman lines since September 1. David Kiltey, secretary of the Oakland shop federation, blames the Southern Pacific and other carriers for dispatching uninspected engines and rolling stock and warns of a looming railroad catastrophe.
Dr Dinshan from Bombay places a broad wanted ad listing lecturer journalist engineer typist automobileist scientist master aculist inventor patentee and hypnotist among the qualifications. The notice appears in New York on November 13 and signals a diverse recruitment appeal.
Electrician and Navy deserter H. E. B. Horton, fearing capture, turned himself in to local police yesterday. He deserted two years ago from West Virginia and had been working in Sunnyside where he married a young woman.
Arthur Wyant, a prominent young man from the region, was killed while hunting in the hills near Castle Rock Washington. The accidental discharge of a 36 30 rifle in the hands of his companion Frank Larke caused the fatality when a large fall caused the rifle to discharge. The incident occurred yesterday in the local hills.
The city charter revision committee presents amendments to city council including raising the mayor’s salary from five thousand to seven thousand six hundred dollars. The Ballard field house for children’s playground will be completed soon with interior finishing touches remaining. December is set to have the most women jurors yet with 20 of 145 drawn on Saturday. Ten women serve this month and one woman bailiff is already appointed. Women bailiffs are expected to be appointed across all jury departments within a week or two.
Ogdenville New York clubman and financier visited Seattle on Saturday and praised the city street lighting from the Washington hotel. He said the visit was of no further importance and he departed for the East.
In New York Frank Alexe denies cruelty charges in a separation petition as he claims his wife grieves over a deceased pet poodle. A banker father blocks Rose Hollister from adopting an unnamed month old baby found on his doorstep. A bell boy knows if Louis M Ream has honeymooned with his wife Eleanor Pendleton, but the couple keeps silent.
Miss Mary Veronica Ford daughter of J C Ford vice president of Pacific Coast Steamship Co married Dr Emil Enna of Portland yesterday afternoon at Bishop O Doa home Rev Noonan officiating. Enna is a musical composer.
A telegraph line failed near Cartersville Georgia to Nashville Tennessee blocking calls to General William T Sherman as he feared higher authority might halt his Georgia campaign. In Chicago police raided a progressive euchre party arresting forty women. A hotel found a mouse stole daily cash losses and twenty five dollars was recovered from the rodent nest.
William Jennings Bryan is slated to visit Seattle around the annual YMCA state convention. The gathering in El lensburg runs December 16 and 17, with the Commoner planning a stop in Seattle before or after the convention proceedings.
In Aurora Illinois on November 13 the Misses Nelson Lundell and Keehn school teachers report high heels blisterless and comfortable during a hike from Burlington to Chicago. They say the footwear proves vindicated as suitable for the journey.
Prof. Caroline H. Ober of the University of Washington calls the Chinese revolution the most important in world history for civilization, surpassing even the French Revolution. Thanksgiving Eve marks the 19th anniversary of the Seattle Newsboys Union with a masque ball at Leech Park.
Nov 13 report notes Dr. Nansen told the Royal Geographical Society that Icelanders discovered America long before Columbus and Cabot, claiming 500 years of precedence.
Joshua Goldsmith was sentenced to three months after his wife Goldsmith fought him off during his attempt to murder her with an ax. Mrs Goldsmith struck him twice in the confrontation.
London reports Lord Curzon purchased Tattershall Castle to prevent its removal to the United States by an American bidder who planned to disassemble and re erect it abroad.
In Chicago on November 13, Jimmy the bear trained by M Pitrou knocked Detective Russell to the ground with a 500 pound hit after resenting a muzzle remark.
Lucius F. C. Garvin, former Rhode Island governor, is celebrated on his 70th birthday as the state's leading figure. The Rhode Island Democrat, born in Tennessee, has long dominated state politics with repeated legislative wins and executive deputations.
A sellout crowd watched Dr. Eddy present spirits last night. Scribes on slates, a “ragtime spirit” caper, and a committee member lifted by the table drew mystified reactions as several women fainted in the rush for seats. Dr Eddy returns next Sunday.
Authorities probe the death of Antone Frank 70 in Livermore California. Mrs May Hankoski owner of the Kacfman ranch says Frank shot at her premises and she fired in self defense while he took refuge in a barn. He was struck by a bullet in the brain and died.
With President Taft back in Washington and the winter session opening, congressmen from across the country resume their duties after vacation. The cold weather adds an exhilarating edge as the capital wakes from its drowse.
Fire gutted the L. B. Tanher dwelling at 26th Ave N.E. and 77th St early today. Insurance covers about $2,500 of the loss, origin believed to be a defective flue. A separate blaze damaged the home of L. J. RR. Leyba at 223 32nd Ave, causing about $200 in damage.
Councilman Griffiths argues the city charter bars Assistant Corporation Counsel Bradford from succeeding Cal Houn as corporation counsel. He says the charter disqualifies a current official from holding another city elective position during their term. If valid, only Thomas F Murphine and P Tindall remain candidates.
After a Saturday night stranding near Bremerton, 24 girls and 35 boys from West Seattle High School were brought home safely yesterday morning. Miss Ruth T. Strong, daughter of Rev. Sydney Strong, organized the relief effort and arranged lodging at the Washington hotel in Seattle for the night.
The German alliance may nominate a candidate for the December 2 school election after the school board balked at funding German instruction by leading locals. Jacob Schaeffer and Henry Knust were appointed to advise on this course.
San Francisco announces Mrs. Marion DeLappe, a two week divorcee and society leader, will marry Robert Dickson Pike tomorrow. Charles W. Pike, president of the local firm, hastens from the East as his son is also connected to the firm.
Edward Neely of Hutchinson was nominated at a Democratic convention in Dodge City Kansas to succeed the late Congressman Madison in the seventh district. He endorsed Champ Clark for the Democratic presidential nomination.
Duwamish valley residents hosted The Star editors at Olympus cafe banquet honoring the rate case victory. Mr Baker thanked the editors and presented signet rings to Mr Sanders and Mr Allen, saying the struggle would have been hopeless without The Star. The group credited The Star for uniting distant communities.
In Tacoma on December 5 progressive citizens press for a special legislative session to adopt a presidential primary law. The movement seeks to let voters choose Taft LaFollette Wilson Bryan Harmon, challenging party leaders who pick national delegates. endorsees include the Progressive Republican and Democratic leagues, Direct Legislation, State AFL, Farmers Union and State Grange.
The Young Turks committee for union and progress issued ten commandments against Italians amid the Tripoli conflict. They demand boycotts on Italian goods and shops, language bans, school and posting restrictions, non employment of Italians, and urging Turks to harm Italians while instilling anti Italian hatred in Turkish children.
Cawkwell, driver for socialite Miss Jennie Crocker, who is a leading figure in Hilleborough society, faces a fine after an attempt to rush Miss Crocker's prize ahead of an engagement.
Brief notice states a bull terrier was taken suddenly to a veterinary clinic for urgent care. No other details available.
The Puget Sound Schoolmasters' Club in Tacoma urged raising teacher standards at a Saturday meeting. They called for higher requirements for high school and normal school training, noting current eligibility rests on mere examination passes.
Albert Swan, 16, promised to stay in Seattle to seek work after being chased from Alameda Captain Johnson on San Island. He plans to go to San Francisco later to join his brother. Reports of a boat accident and island mischief are disputed by the lad and timeline.
Death today completed a double tragedy from a violent night where John Edward Cooper hacked his wife Annie with a hatchet during a somnambulistic episode and then killed himself with a razor upon discovery. Annie succumbed to wounds while Cooper died shortly after. three young daughters are left orphaned. Coroner’s jury expected to rule the deaths as murder and suicide by a temporarily insane husband.
Atlanta court of appeals rules liquor may be used as evidence in a case. The opinion notes jurors should not be biased by alcoholic effects and that limited, proper use could influence judgment. The ruling addresses admissibility standards and potential prejudice.
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