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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1908
Page
8
A total of 25 045 people paid admission to the Yukon Pacific exposition grounds through Sunday since a 19 cent entry fee began on September 20. Attendance rose weekly as construction progressed and dry days boosted the average. The peak week was ending November 14 with an average daily paid admission of 637.28, and good weather is expected to lift totals further.
Judge Morris ruled that a deathbed marriage supersedes a previous will, denying the petition for probate relief. The decision hinges on the invalidation of earlier testamentary provisions by the later nuptial union.
United Press reports that the commander of the British West Indian squadron was ordered to hold his force in readiness to sail for Hayti should upheaval endanger British interests. The note mentions Hayti amid broader world affairs and notes Europe Asia size comparison.
News spreads across the university that Eakin will miss the Thanksgiving game due to a badly twisted knee. Coach Dobie notes Washington and O. A. are favored to win with Coyle handling punts but averaging under 46 yards while Meakin can reach 70 yards. Flaherty shifts to tackle as Makin’s absence leaves Oregon to face a tougher task.
Judge George E K Morria granted a temporary restraining order halting regrades pending further review. The action blocks the grading changes at issue and sets a future hearing date. Local officials and affected students await additional rulings.
Seattle man C A Derteler, an engineer for Pacific Electric Company, died after attempting to cross the Vedder River near Chilliwack on a raft. The accident occurred while the line construction crew worked on a southbound section.
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