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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1908
Page
7
An item notes ongoing congressional maneuvers in Washington as lawmakers consider measures to curb monopolies and entrench government safeguards. The piece mentions the steel and gas sectors, potential wage impacts, and political pressure surrounding the Dupont bureau reshuffle.
Nov 28 report shows Andrew Wilson under cross examination as attorney strains to reveal motive and timing of votes. The supervisor and Gallagher are tied to a four person Supervisors bloc and a tense courtroom scene unfolds with delayed testimony and ongoing trial.
A draft report outlines the activities of the Commission Chief Bringhurat and Inspector Grant as they assess conditions over the coming days. Officials have recorded notes from the inspection, with several members contributing prior to the committee’s anticipated Pisgeeted meeting. The document references Enterprise reef and the vessel Weamer William Sheouver and notes discharge actions observed at multiple locations.
A 25 member Seattle party including President H. B. Kennedy and Vice President Joshua Green witnessed the launching of the steamer HH. B. Kennedy at Willamette Iron Works Portland. Benbonnick christened the vessel by popular vote. celebration followed with a dinner hosted by the contracting company.
The Cham ber of Commerce transportation bureau executive committee, led by R R Fox, will decide next week on actions regarding the new rail rate effective January 1. Secretary W A Mears cautions the form depends on developments, noting California shippers oppose the tariff while Puget Sound shipments face limited impact.
The Midwinter carnival heats up as Miss Gladia Cummings leads for most elegant lady demonstrator while Mrs Mary Miller Deter fights for first. Carl Reid tops, named most popular man in Seattle. Monday features a Chinese baby show, then an ice cream cone contest. John Hanna of Seattle and Joseph Diagneault of San Francisco bid $50, with Hana boasting 6200 cones and Diagneault 4000.
City council at a noon special meeting fixed voting places for the December 19 ape ela election. Three bond issues total 2 718 186 with 4 percent max interest for park and parkway, lighting plant, and general use. about 450 000 from 819 186 general fund will cover a deficit amid disputed taxes in big regards districts.
The Star carriers attended a Pantages theatre afternoon excursion. About 250 youths gathered at The Mar office for a 1:20 pm start and marched to the theatre by 1:45. Alex Pantages hosted, providing the best in the house while performers joined in.
McKnight, enraged over delayed Thanksgiving feast, found meat and fish with whiskers at Keay Hong Lute’s Sixth Avenue restaurant. After two days chasing leads in the Chink colony, the constable secured attachment on the perishables, recalling his long awaited Thanksgiving meal.
Steamer A. G. Lindsay of the Northern Steamship Co. lies at Pier 7 undergoing boiler and machinery repairs after a strenuous Alaskan voyage with a heavy cargo. Additional attachments are being installed in the engine rooms and new spars added to the derricks for heavy winter work. The lake-built boat is said to have been moved around from the Great Lakes.
The Treasury reports for today in Washington show receipts of 1 812 030 dollars and disbursements totaling 2 260 000 dollars.
In front of a vast crowd, Army defeats Navy 6 to 4 in a hard fought game on neutral ground. Army’s Dean powers a first half drive, Lang of Navy kicks a late field goal after a tense second half, securing the surprise victory that ends Army’s win drought since 1905.
Mount Vernon high school debaters, urged by George T. McNamara, sought data for a debate on closed shop labor policy. Local 191 member J A McCorkie targeted a candidate for school director amid construction election activity.
The dove of peace dominates the scene as the MCA dedicates two ringed neck mourning doves to its association building. Secretary Arn Allen receives the birds from Frank D. Black who departs tonight for an European tour.
Rev. M. A. Matthews will address the Y M C A Sunday club at 9 tomorrow afternoon on A New Conscience Needed. The note adds a historical aside that the first artificial limb was the Iron Hand of the German knight Gotz von Berlichingen who lived in 1513.
The Star presses fresh questions about Patrick McMahon’s death, urging detectives to interview a mysterious woman who provided tips and to identify two suspicious men seen near the American Bar. The paper probes last rides on the Lake Union line, motive, and possible robbery, with Patrick Sullivan offering a $600 reward for the killer.
An editor letter urges passage of an ordinance to raise street levels on 12th Avenue area from Broadway to 13th Avenue and nearby blocks. The writer argues the regrade will boost central city property and future growth, opposing only a few property holders fearing assessments. The piece calls for broader improvements to straighten routes and notes Seattle’s long-term development goals.
Mrs Alberty, prompted by requests from Seattle readers, developed a baby food formula in a personal experiment to nourish her own child. She notes that none of the tested ingredients produced failure in her trials.
Robbers forced entry to the Southern Pacific railroad station safe early today. The chest held only books and papers. the cash had been moved to the bank by the ticket agent last night. Authorities suspect the same crew responsible for a prior rifling.
Classified ad notes hand guns rifles and shotguns for sale at discounted prices. Items include 16 045 shotgun shelling and pistols with prices from 10 to 30 dollars. Contact A L Hall at 1111 First Ave for details.
A week ago a safe was taken from the Alviso post office, and there is no clue to the identities of the thieves.
Evelyn Kahl a 22 year old homeless woman in Los Angeles is jailed on larceny charges after admitting she stole a small garden hose to avoid starving. Police investigate her claim. Baxter, the hose owner, does not wish to prosecute if substantiated.
The article extols dental fillings to save decayed teeth rather than extraction or crowns. Dr. Good is praised for careful examination, choosing filling materials like gold silver or amalgam, and ensuring a painless, thorough procedure that aims for a lasting restoration. It warns against incompetent dentists and notes risks of pain or abscess if not done properly.
An advertisement asserts that Dean's medicine restores normal kidney action, regulates urine, relieves backache and languor, and permanently cures kidney troubles. It targets readers seeking kidney health and long term relief.
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