30 Nov 1907
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1907
Page
1
The first public market opens with speeches by Revelle and Goodwin Realty, a bevy of produce stalls, and plans for future docks and recreation piers. City officials praise the project for lowering prices and boosting cultivation and local commerce as thousands attend.
The report describes a conflict within the Chinese community over a hospital fund. Hew Kong is accused of refusing a sum claimed by the Yung Wo association to aid a hospital project. Consul General San rebukes Hew Kong, leading to his collapse and death.
United Press reports India debates plague fears and calls for evacuation. Moslem leaders, urged by the government, issue a proclamation denying the belief that the plague is divine wrath and urging believers to leave infected areas to curb spread. The government broadcasts the proclamation.
The capital roars over Foraker's bold defiance amid rumors he announced candidacy for the press. Roosevelt circle praises the move as unique among Republicans and speculates on whether the president will comment. No other GOP figure has dared such a stance according to observers.
McKnight of Justice plans a WY stunt with ducking tricks to seize a kitchen range and table from Miss Weston at 510 Federal Ave. Weston confronts him and a brief scuffle ends with McKnight outside, leaving the stove in place for now.
Word from Taft household reports Secretary of War and physician mother under care after a serious illness. Doctor notes potential for endurance but cautions on recovery. Public statements urge calm as officials monitor condition and await further tests.
A fragmented report notes George, a machinist, started work with a new device on his own auto in NCISCO on Nov 10. The article mentions an air tank and a 400 pound component. details are unclear but indicate a serious morning incident under examination by Com panys.
A blast ripped through a building as debris and pressure blew out walls. The explosion was heard for blocks around, with emergency crews responding to assess damage and injuries.
Rev. Inane Francia Porter of Sherborn Massachusetts will preach at the Hoyleton Avenue Unitarian church tomorrow and during December, delivering services for the month.
Chicago reports conductor John Philip Sousa showing improvement after suspected poisoning, with attendants believing the worst is over as his condition stabilizes.
The Spiritualists will organize an onion lyceum at Alki Hall tomorrow at 1 30 p m.
Miss Petelle Christy, titled as the comeliest chorus girl, claims she will wed Lord Eliot. She shows dated letters bearing the crest of the Earl of St Germans and vows to travel to England to marry within two weeks of arrival, saying the union will occur on about April 16.
Bank clearings show total $194,028.82 for Al wallot with balances of 6,772.26. Tacoma earnings today amount to $600,492.00 with balances of 6,212.00.
Large crowd gathered at Franklin Field as Navy defeated Army 6 to 0 in ideal weather. The game featured strong play from both teams early, with Navy pulling ahead as the favorite and maintaining the lead late to secure the shutout.
United Press reports in New York Navy figures reveal cash holdings at 2,000,000 while the surplus is cut to 1,114,000. Officials expect the balance to be restored after a few weeks, marking the first distinct improvement since October 9.
The report from agriculture states Clover farmers show higher yields than any previous year. Farmers have more money to invest and plan additional improvements, despite the wet conditions.
Republicans circulate petitions urging General Metcalf to run for mayor against incumbent Moore. Backers claim Colonel Alden J. Blethen and the Seattle Times will support a Metcalf bid if 200 businessmen sign. BR W Emmons and others press for signatures as Metcalf shows eagerness to run, with lifelong Democrat ties and past Bryan controversy noted.
In St Petersburg on November 20, a radical denunciation of government murder claims disrupted the Douma session. Professor Roditaches stirred the crowd and was dragged from the hall as Radicals and Conservatives clashed. The president ordered adjournment to prevent violence. The Beattie Electric Co. won permission to build a streetcar track on Sixth Avenue between Westlake Boulevard and Stewart Street.
York message states there will be no yacht race for the America's Cup next year after the notification of intent to challenge was received by the club before midnight. The Swedish yacht club may act at today's meeting in Stockholm. The challenge to Sir Thomas Lipton has been abandoned.
In Ufa Russia a rumor spread that a plot to blow up Secretary Taft's train was planned. Fifty soldiers stood guard in car corridors and vestibules overnight while the train moved cautiously toward St. Petersburg. Taft was to meet Emperor Nicholas the following Tuesday, with reports linking a meeting with the King at Hamburg.
The city engineer's department reports a heavy workload with 114 street improvement projects ongoing, reflecting a busy period for municipal infrastructure work and planning.
A. Hart McKee, suing for divorce from his wife Cornelia Baxter, predicts a great sensational trial. He blames Governor Baxter for the clash and vows a strenuous defense, saying a scandal of the century will unfold and the truth will be revealed.
In Idaho, Charles Evans, accused in a McCammon saloonkeeper Robert Jackson shooting, was cornered after 21 hours in lava rocks near McCammon and brought to Pocatello for jail to avert mob lynching. He was wounded, surrendered to a sheriff, and jailed. Chicago market notes follow with wheat at 1.02 to 1.03 dollars.
Washington November 30 prosecutors argued the case against Mrs Bradley detailing first and second degree murder options plus manslaughter if unintentional. Defense attorney Wells countered with insanity pleas and portrayed Bradley as mentally unhinged and loving Brown. Court adjourned until Monday as Mrs Bradley listened intently.
The severed head and hand of a richly dressed woman, about 40, were found on Pennsylvania railroad tracks near Station 15 in Uhrichsville, Ohio. Rings torn, body unidentified, coroner summoned as theories range from murder to accident or suicide.
In Washington on November 30 it was announced that President Roosevelt and Secretary Cortelyou will press for a new currency bill to be drafted and passed by Congress during the holiday session.
Ballard real estate dealer Watson H. Brown collapsed and died from a suspected apoplexy while surveying lots near his home at 336 Railroad Ave N. The Ballard man, aged 70, left two sons H. T. Brown of Hatford and a widow of Prosser with other relatives. His body was taken to Butterworth's morgue.
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