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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1907
Page
1
Reverend leaders and supporters defend billiards as harmless amusement while Baptist ministers debate a plan to install green cloth tables in YMCA facilities. YMCA officials urge space be used for billiard and pool tables to attract young men and deter worse pursuits.
Civil cases with Jesse as plaintiff are set for hearing before the Superior Court. William Constant Hall son in law and Myra Hall Constantine's daughter testify about the aftereffects of a senior Hall. Hall seeks $100000 damages in a suit against Constantine. Constantine was found guilty of assault with a deadly weapon and is appealing to the supreme court.
United Press reports in Fore on November 26 that the Thaw trial schedule faces a delay as Defense Attorney Littleton prepares to contest a postponement. The case centers on Jerome Thaw and related proceedings set for Monday.
United Press dispatch from Ston Nov 26 reports Henry [missioner] of the Disbia will preside at a Wyan banquet tonight. Speakers include James Hager Ollie John Sharp Williams. The program says no cocktails will be served and the menu will feature sauterne.
A report from Ardino describes a planned street car robbery with an armored company vehicle to be accompanied by an officer and conductors and to be armed on patrol.
Fragmentary obituary or health note mentions George M. Christie and a journey near the coast in California. The readable text is incomplete and does not provide a clear event, date, or outcome.
Vaudeville star Vesta Victoria earns 2500 dollars per week after her hit song Waiting at the Church. The move from London to New York boosted her status, with a strong contract following her American engagement and rapid rise to stardom.
The Chicago City Council unanimously urged the Law and Order league to end its campaign and let voters decide the Sunday saloon issue at the next election. In San Francisco, Jake Feldman was fatally injured after being struck by a wagon while stepping from a car.
Mrs Edyth Tesler Weatherred chaperone for the Hawaiian girlies told Seattle business leaders at the Commercial Club that firmer business ties with Hawaii should form, proposing a first trade of young men for peaches. She spoke for an hour on coast island commerce, noting advantages and showing knowledge of both regions.
Howard Maxwell former president of the Borough Bank of Brooklyn, which suspended payments last month, cut his throat in a personal crisis and was taken to surgery with precarious condition. In New York, Charles Harney former Knickerbocker Trust president found dead with a bullet wound reportedly died by his own hand per coroner’s verdict.
The trial hears expert witnesses from Dr. Rich to Dr. Evans arguing hereditary insanity and the inability to distinguish right from wrong. Testimony includes letters and a dramatic verdict against premeditation claims as defense rests and rebuttal begins.
After initial quotations floor professionals pressed shorts testing market digestion. Union Pacific led a brisk bid with a 1 to 3 point gain, closing strong at the top. Call money loaned at three percent just before the close.
The government announces transfers of senior diplomats including Consul Uyeso from San Francisco to Sydney and Choso Kolk, 41, from New York to San Francisco to become consul general as the post is elevated to a consulate.
Army officers believe a world mark for gun target practice was set November 16 at Fort Monroe. Using 12 inch rifles the gunners hit a target about 6,000 yards away at 1.74 hits per gun per minute, vastly faster than prior marks thought excellent at 40 seconds between shots.
The brief note from Washington dated November 26 hints at a shift toward conservative policy preferences. No further details are provided in the fragment.
United Press reports Pettibone case adjourned until afternoon due to Hawley and another absence. By afternoon the jury box was filled and court adjourned to tomorrow morning for salesmen examination. Judge Wood ordered no further delay and instructed Prosecuting Attorney Van Duyn to be ready to proceed.
In Lisbon on November 26, King Carlos temporarily restores order as most anti-government leaders are jailed, stabilizing the capital amid ongoing political turmoil.
Stephen Mreh general supervisor of the mining interests in Alaska for the Guggenheim group has arrived in Seattle and will set up his headquarters there.
Mrs Patrick Campbell, from London, seeks a New York theater lease for a 20 week winter season to present plays with strong artistic appeal. If realized, the venue would be named Mrs Campbell's theater. She will be joined by her son Allen Urquhart Campbell and daughter Stella Patrick Campbell.
The Chicago Woman’s movement calls for eliminating excess Christmas presents to restore meaning. Mrs Charles Henrotia, reform committee chair, condemns the extravagance as a contributor to financial strain on men, urging society to curb needless spending.
In Louisville Kentucky on November 26 a major streetcar strike riot left two men shot and two policemen injured by stones and clubs. A crowded car was forced to stop as around six hundred to seven hundred strikers clashed with police and shots were fired. A woman and several others were reported shot or struck during the disturbance.
Eight passengers including two women vanish during a Corsair Alaska launch en route from Cordova as a storm blows them off course. The Varatan ferry brought survivors to Seattle yesterday with reports of two days adrift before reaching safety.
Two masked highwaymen shot Special Policeman George White as he entered a saloon on Henning Road near Allce streets in Oakland. White halted the robbers with a demand, then both fired, fatally wounding him as he fell. Robbers fled through the side door before authorities arrived.
Ex United Press reports that local shipbuilders have contracted to furnish Spain with a navy for 35 million dollars.
United Press reports Union Pacific crews started work in Tacoma to clear brush and prepare for grading and rail laying on the approach to a tunnel over a mile long. In Washington, a Central American Peace Conference committee reached unanimous agreement on an arbitral treaty framework, details undisclosed.
The Morning Times will suspend publication on Saturday next November 30. The paper began on April 2 and has since incurred a loss of about $90,000, with publishers believing it can no longer be made a paying proposition.
Bam Me Gee died from injuries after a dirt train backed onto a trestle above Beacon Hill reservoir excavations. The collision with standing cars caused the trestle to collapse. engineer Charles Craft escaped serious harm. McGee died at Providence Hospital at 3 AM. no relatives in the area.
Robert Wlack a longtime city resident and former clerk for city and county governments was found guilty by a superior court jury on forgery charges. Police had arrested him after he cashed two worthless checks at a south end lodging house.
Alice Lloyd once a London music hall star now headlines in American vaudeville earning 1500 a week for a limited four songs twice daily. Her Cockney styled English tunes drew instant acclaim during a western tour covering major cities.
The steamer Yucatan arrived from Seward and Valdez with the first gold treasure from Fairbanks valued at 150000 dollars in dust. The shipment was consigned to the Washington Trust company. The voyage was stormy and the vessel carried 368 passengers.
Indiana appellate court rules the state may revoke the charters of the French Lick and West Baden hotel firms for permitting gambling. The decision is a major blow to Thomas Taggart, proprietor and Democratic National Committee chairman.
The steam schooner Nushagak arrives for fuel oil in port yesterday while returning from Frisco where it began its voyage on November 14 to rescue sailors from the wrecked bark Servia. The voyage saw the vessel buffeted by coastal storms.
Josef Dubrinski, a wanderer with no fixed home, appeared in court facing disorderly conduct after he struck a stranger, Leo Kohn of the Charity Organizations Society, during a dispute over alleged theft. The court heard he is a hard working, honest man and advised him to continue on his way.
Special committees report January 1 to November 23, 1907 show total revenues of 174,366.99 and operating expenses of 60,967.64 leaving net revenues of 113,399.35. Monthly collections from 6,000 accounts average about 18,000. predicted first quarter after New Year may total 96,000. Construction costs totaled 74,528.77 with water department revenue estimated at 450,000 for the year.
The Land family of 4022 Interlake Way faces a bleak Thanksgiving as Mrs Land pleads for the return of her pocketbook taken yesterday. The loss follows a string of misfortunes including William Land's streetcar injury last June and a settlement that left only 50 dollars after legal fees. The oldest son recovers from typhoid while the family counts their remaining coins.
C R Kruger an employee of the Union tailors on Seventh Avenue between Madison and Spring wrestled from a would be robber a light and then a wallet. Kruger delivered a swift blow to the assailant and fled to safety while a second would be thief failed to close in. Kruger reached home with the money still in his pockets.
Forty five milling companies in Oklahoma Kansas and Missouri filed complaints with the Interstate Commerce Commission alleging discriminatory eastbound rates against several major railroads including Chicago and Alton Rock Island Burlington Great Western Santa Fe Wabash Missouri Pacific and St Paul.
Seattle clearings total 1 148 584.94 with balances 183 992.61. Portland clearings 734 817.00 and balances 144 162.00. Local figures show daily totals and running balances for both cities.
Representatives from most local commercial and business associations will gather with the Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday in response to the call issued Saturday to promote the Made in Seattle movement. The meeting aims to coordinate efforts and boost local industry visibility.
In Georgetown Kentucky on November 26 the Powers trial resumed and attorney E. K. Wilson was missing after being cited for contempt for allegedly attempting to summon Republicans as jurors. Attorney Smith planned to file affidavits challenging all 150 veniremen summoned in Grant county.
Notice issued in New York states 700 men will be laid off at the Brooklyn Navy Yard within a few days with 260 discharged today. Work on boats for the Pacific cruise is nearly completed.
Testimony in the action to recover 55000 in commissions claims the Black Diamond Coal Co never authorized sales via E F Lawson and associates. Evidence shows only an individual officer agreed to sale, not board approval. Mines sold to Pacific Coast Co for 1100000.
A fire of unknown origin at dawn destroyed one of the large dry kilns filled with lumber and shingles owned by the St. Paul and Tacoma Mill Company in Tacoma Washington. The blaze caused about 50000 dollars in damage. Firefighters prevented spread to adjacent property and the kilns will be rebuilt once the ground is cleared, with losses covered by insurance.
The mayor used his veto to prevent a city overpay and saved 4600 dollars. Council approved allocating that amount to cover assessments on state property on Brooklyn avenue, though state law assigns those charges to the state.
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