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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1913
Page
1
Col Goethals, United States engineer in charge, tells in The Star the tale of the Panama canal from start to today. His article promises lucid, direct explanations of locks versus sea level, landslides, and how Uncle Sam built the world’s greatest project.
John W. Mitchell has been offered support to run for president of the American Federation of Labor, replacing Samuel Gompers. The offer was made at his New Richmond hotel headquarters, with Mitchell undecided about allowing his name. Insurgent delegates expect a likely outcome if he runs, while fear of Gompers’ faction deters unified action before the convention.
On a train to Buffalo the couple schemes to stop at South Bend and escape a mob. Dick declares a thousand dollars will finance a carefree honeymoon while Madge worries about incompatible tastes, future home plans, and her in laws, ending with a cliffhanger.
Four consecutive coupons numbered from The Star plus 15 cents grant a 65 cent Pennant. Yale and Wavy Pennants are out. Pennants can be mailed if 5 cents extra per Pennant. send or bring to The Gentile Star 1307 Seventh Ave near Union St.
J P Trivett a street car conductor was freed by a superior court jury after twelve hours deliberation in the murder of Oliver and Otisa Sanford at the Ballard car line on August 81 1912 The defense contends the Sanfords threatened to harm him during a quarrel on the car.
Mme Melba and pianist Arthur Kubelik will perform in the city on December 6 under the Ladies Musical club. The event, described as the most pretentious in the club's twenty years of artist recitals, is presented with city support and adds prestige to the season.
Washington reports Admiral Fletcher commanding the naval force off the Mexican east coast might land marines in Vera Cruz. Officials stressed it would not necessarily be an act of war and could be police duty under precedents.
New York fashion notes describe daring winter styles with slit skirts up to the knee, sheer stockings, low necklines, and velvet coats. Elaborate canes become a trend accessory as Doctors praise the look amid cold weather while undertakers caution on exposure risks.
The Elks present The Big Noise at the Metropolitan tonight promising a long program of songs jokes and performances. Dug as September Morn and Billy Grant plus Dr A B Burris Dietrich Hamm Judge Bob Lindsay and others appear in colorful roles with Cabaret waiters and local notables taking on comic parts. Tonight Saturday and Monday showings.
A columnist warns of high school attire and behavior. He observes stylish dress and risky social behavior among 1,600 Broadway High students. He cites underage marriages and maternity cases, blaming fathers mothers and society while promising to propose causes and school responses.
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