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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1902
Page
2
A note from Heattin Washington describes a second class matter filed at the local post office. The wording is unclear but suggests an official postal communications or handling matter requiring attention. No further details are provided in the fragment.
A satirical tour recalls monarchs clashing with law and finance from Runnymede to modern courts. It cites King George of Greece paying a tax after plea of ignorance, King Leopold of Belgium fined for a car incident, and Italian royal travel halted for a second class ticket. The piece hints at a future era when kings might face arrest for fast driving or gambling, and notes Russia’s car fare dispute.
The piece defends high spending by the rich as public gain while noting philanthropy and extravagance. It cites Russell Sage, Schwab, and European reactions to lavishness. It argues circulating money fuels effort and prosperity, even if the spender benefits personally. The public’s interest outweighs individual taste.
The Warde Company opens a two week run featuring The Lion's Mouth with Fra Angelo and Herman as the rightful heir to the throne. Cast members McGinn and Herman receive praise for stage presence while Anna Robert and Alice Saunders contribute notable performances. Belle of New York charms Grand audience, Stuart Robson season previews and Lost River offers moral drama with Ora Jones as lead.
A newspaper illustration shows two walking suits with detailed trims. One features black and white braid at the waist and skirt with metal bead trimmed collar. the other, blue cloth with three- tiered tucks, short Eton jacket, silk scarf effect, and decorative straps and buttons.
In a muddy battle Multnomah Athletic Club of Portland beat the University of Washington on their field for the North Pacific coast championship. Washington pushed hard early but Multnomah’s veterans prevailed with timely plays and a late touchdown to a 7 to 6 victory.
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