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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Nov 30, 1907

Page

7

Ended Journey With Thirty Cents Exposed Child Found Safe

A one year old girl left with thirty cents on a night journey was located after wandering with a paper bag of money and a message from her mother. Officers traced her to Mr. and Mrs. Quibel near Hilhuan Gate, where she stayed after arriving from Oregon. The child, fearing unknown foster parents, was placed in Brighton Beach School and remains under care.

Ehuidtah van the Mutmace Society Eather Hild Wes Brighton Beach School Mrs. Nagle

Financial Recovery Promises for Frisco Banks

United Press reports Frisco banks show rapid improvement with reserves bolstered by California Safe Deposit and Trust. Local institutions await release of New York balances to resume normal operation before the holiday season.

New York California California Safe Deposit and Trust Company

Electric Company Bans Smoking on Cars

The Seattle streetcar system imposes a smoking ban on all electric cars except on front sections of cable cars and rear seats of streetcars. Smokers must relocate to permitted areas or risk penalties while commuting.

Seattle Fe Delage

Finish the Panama Canal Work in 1914

ST AR Exclusive Service reports cSTON Nov 30 that 17 workers returning predict the Panama project will finish by December. They say work proceeds satisfactorily with reductions planned in a few departments. They compare wages, supplies, and living costs favorably to the United States.

Star Cston Panama United States

Bigamy charge follows after Walla Walla arrest

A man named Rog BOW, a printer in Walla Walla, is accused of bigamy after a divorcee reported the incident. The case involves Anna M. Row and a second husband living in San Francisco, with investigation continuing as authorities seek more evidence and potential prosecution.

M Martling Anna M. Row W. Rogers Walla Tirat San Fran Walla Walla Malor

Idaho jury selection in defense case proceeds

United Press reports in Idaho on November 30 that most jurors are farmers while several businessmen appear among the talesmen for the state defense case. Sheriff Hodgin is to report to the new court Monday.

United Press Idaho Sherif Hodgin

Trial verdict in Guthrie killing case at Nine Camp

Judge Medratriet sentences George Melville to two years for the murder of Guthrie at Nine Camp last July. The jury returned a verdict of second degree murder and fixed the penalty.

United Preas Medratriet Tae George Melville Yuery Guthrie Fey Hee Saecond

Judge Cuts Bigamy Sentence After Light Punishments Cited

Judge Clements reduces a 50 year term to 36 years citing lenient sentences in other cases. Mewilie and his wife led a notable bigamy case at Hutte years ago, both incarcerated at the same time.

Clements Mewilie Hutte

November Permits Totals and Building Activity Report

The month of November shows 426 permits issued with a total value of 410000 dollars. Activity includes one 200000 dollar permit, five three story structures, 16 two story frames, 19 one and a half story frames, 157 one story frames, and 278 alterations.

Hetober Pew

Verdict for Albert Reeks Against Seattle Electric Firm

Albert Reeks, severely injured in a Fort Lawton Line wreck last March that required amputation, was awarded $25,000 in damages by a jury in Superior Court yesterday, against Seattle Electric Company.

Albert Reeks Fort Lawton Seattle Electric Company

Duluth Boat at Frisco Opens Great Lakes Shipping Epoch

The steamer Winnebago docked in Frisco from Duluth with general merchandise marking a notable era in Great Lakes shipping. The Tirat vow arrives with cargo, boosting connections with San Peaneines.

Duluth Frisco Great Lakes

United Mine Workers to raise 18000 for John Mitchell

In Indianapolis on November 30 the union will present retiring treasurer John Mitchell with a free will offering of 18000 raised by a subscription of five cents from each member.

Oy United Press Indianapolis Ind The United Mine Workers John Mitchell

Beath Claims Child Dies After Weeklong Illness

George Standish Edmonds seven year old son of Mr. and Mrs. George A. Edmonds died this morning at 664 Ward St after a week long illness. Cause of death was spinal meningitis with complications. Mr Edmonds is a wholesale music dealer in the city.

George Standish Edmonds George A. Edmonds Mr. Edmonds

Law Makers in Caucus to Decide Speaker Nomination

Washington Nov 30 All the steps needed to launch the motion on Monday will be set at separate caucuses of Democrats and Republicans. A key question for Republicans is who will be named to carry the nomination task for Speaker Cannon.

Washington Cannon

Shot at one but killed another in jealous rage

Des Moines reports that soldier Ray Howard fired at Mabel Adair during a jealous fit last night, but his gun misfired, killing her sister Martha Plekering instead. Police continue investigations as the case unfolds.

United Pres Des Moines Ray Howard Mabel Adair Martha Plekering

Draws Exhibit In His Own Trial For Shooting

A pencil sketch shown by Joseph Wroinski depicts positions of himself and George Kawenberger during the August 19 Eden Museo shooting. The jury in the criminal department found him guilty of assault with a deadly weapon after considering the self defense claim.

George Kawenberger Eden Museo Joseph Wratacik Criminal Department Wrolmski Wroinski To Deliberate

Bay Area Shipping Rates Dip Amid Market Slump

Barges and ships show reduced freight costs with several ports reporting declines. The current week sees a broad drop in rates from 84.75 to 4.50 at the port of Columbia River while Hunholdt Bay slides to 3.50 as markets reel from recent financial weakness.

United Press Ban Francisco Columbia River Hunholdt Bay

Horse disaster as cart toppled after pole incident

In Kellingham on November 20 a horse pulling Dog Brishin and Tom rede reeled from a man climbing down a telegraph pole. It backed over a 60-foot embankment and turned twice, landing beneath wreckage. Both riders escaped serious injury.

United Press Kellingham Brishin Tom Rede 4& Telegraph Timpants

Suit Over Inferior Food Filed Against Alaska Coast

G A Mulliten sues Alaska Coast company for 2000 dollars claiming inferior food while a passenger aboard the ip Bertha traveling from Valdes to the city in October.

Valdes G. A. Mulliten Alaska Coast Company

Bryan leaders call for league campaign headquarters

Bryan officials including Tacsor and Harrison call for an organized campaign in May to establish an open headquarters and take a leading role in the Bryan improvement efforts.

Cmicage Tacsor Emu Harrison Tmyor Bryan League

Funeral of William M Goodman under Unity Workmen rites

The funeral for William M Goodman will be held tomorrow under the auspices of the Ancient Order of United Workmen Columbia lodge No 2. Services start at 2 o'clock at the A Co UW hall on Seventh Avenue between Pike and Union streets, followed by cremation.

Willian M. Goodman Great Northern Madison Wt Order of United Workmen Columbia Lodge No. 2 A. Co. U. W. Hall Pike Union «Ts

Lanor Letellier Sues City Over Injuries From Defective Sidewalk

Lanor Letellier files a damages claim against the city for 1200 dollars alleging injuries from a defective sidewalk on Hay street between Western and First avenues on an October day. The claim seeks compensation for medical costs and related damages from the incident.

Lanor Letellier Woatern First Avs

City bids invited for Fourth Ave.N grading project

Four contractors have agreed to bid on the Fourth Avenue North grading from McGraw to Newell streets. A buyer for the woods has been found, and the Board of Public Works has been asked to proceed.

Av. N McGraw Newell Dts Public Works

Zimmerman Gobbles Up Duggal Gastles In Law Deal

Seattle Star Exclusive reports Eugene Zimmerman of Cincinnati has acquired mortgages on noble estates in Britain and Ireland including Kylemore Castle and Kimbotten estate. He seeks Tanderagee Castle and Brampton House purchases, expanding his holdings and provoking a royal era conflict.

Papavilaw Commercie Fleta Nypon Bien Son-Ilaw Kylemore Cautie Ireland Ami Kimbotten Addy Zinmmerman Great Britain

Politics in National Guard Change Viewed as Maneuver

Reports say Maj Otto A Case is transferred from the local National Guard battalion to the First Battalion with companies in Tacoma Hoquiam Pallingham and Vancouver. The move from Adjutant General Hamilton is seen as a bid to break up a strong Third Battalion coalition. Maj John Stringer is slated to succeed Case in command.

Otto A. Case National Guard Tacoma Hoquiam Pallingham Vancouver Case Hamilton Maj Cane John Stringer Maj. Case

Judge George Given Five Days to Show Cause Warrant Case

Justice of the Peace George R. George faces five days to show cause why a writ of mandate should not compel the issuance of a warrant for the arrest of Captain Ward on a charge of assault and battery. Judge Morrie denied the demurrer and ruled the justice must issue when a crime is stated. Holzheimer, claiming election by Ward, sought warrants from the prosecutors and two justices, all refused.

Justice of the Pease KR R. George Txeue Wi T. Ward Morrie Thie Momioa George A. Hale. Keither Arime Ieeue Morris Holzheimer Ward Caténs Justices of the Peace

Wheat movement unaffected by restraining order

Judge Manford’s restraining order against the joint wheat rate will not affect wheat movement. R K Spencer of the National Bank of Commerce said the court action does not alter farmers’ payment of foreign shipments and will only prevent diversion of wheat shipments from Portland to Puget Sound ports.

Manfor States Railway Commission R. KR. Spencer National Bank of Commerce New York London Federal Manford Portland Puget Railroad Commission Ee & N

Congress to Go Slow on Currency Bill

Washington on November 30 reports that congressional leaders grow more conservative about currency reform. Senator Allison, ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee, says no action will be rushed and changes will follow thorough consideration. If business improves in seven days, normal conditions may return and radical legislation may not be needed.

Wink Nited Washington Alilaon Congress Allison Senate Committee On Finance Aldrich Mittee Eon wYean Allison Reid

Husband and Wife Separated in Jails After Family Violence

William Mouser and his wife Nellie Smith faced court scrutiny after Mouser fired at his spouse and returned to beat her, leading to a peace bond and ongoing divorce proceedings. The couple’s child awaits the court decision on custody, reflecting a troubled, high tension case in Georgetown.

Boone Houser William Houser Georgetown White Lin Nellie Smith William Mouser Frienta

Oregon Seeks Extraordinary Session At Call Of Business Groups

Portland business leaders from allied commercial organizations plan a meeting at the Portland Club to urge Gov. Chamberlain to convene a special legislature session. They seek an amendment to the Oregon attachment law and a holiday law similar to California. Governor says he would call a session if public necessity demands it.

Portland Ore California Chamberlain

Varney Found as Missing Girl Still Sought

Varney located in county hospital ward after being missing since Thursday. He had been held for mental derangement from excessive drinking and now shows improvement. Police speculate Ida Wesselek’s disappearance may connect to Varney as they investigate the case. Ida, fiancé of Edgar, has been missing since Tuesday from Mrs. J Sauemen’s residence.

Dear Varney George Gale Jalil Varney Mise Iéa Wesselek Edgar

Alfred B. Meacham Dies in Portland Heart Failure

Alfred B. Meacham age 25, son of Mr and Mrs George F Meacham of Beattie, died in Portland last night from heart failure. A Beattie High School athlete and long distance runner, he had worked with his father’s realty firm and lived in Portland. He was married with two young children. The body will be brought to Beattie tonight for a funeral at Bonney Watson's chapel at 3:30 tomorrow afternoon.

Alfred B. Meacham George F. Meacham Portland Vane Bsaattie High School Young Meacham

Irate stepfather clashes over wrecked car theft claim

Walter ahiem, an 18 year old, wrecked his stepfather Moreton’s Franklin into a streetcar late Thursday night. The incident followed prior warnings at the garage against letting Kahlem drive. Walter and the accompanying driver disappeared after the crash and have not been heard from.

Walter Ahiem Franklin W. S&s. Moreton Belmount Av Tepeda

Elevator Falls Ten Stories In Chicago Office Building

Two men died and two women were fatally injured when a downtown Chicago elevator plummeted ten stories. An experienced conductor oversaw an overcrowded car as cables broke, crushing the cage and trapping passengers. One victim identified as Jacob Scr mack. others unidentified. Building closed after debris removal.

Chicago Jacob Scrmack Wonep

Archbold Defends Syracuse Gifts At Alumni Banquet

John D. Archbold, vice president of Standard Oil, told Syracuse university alumni that no dollar he earned was tainted. He leads the university board of trustees and has donated hundreds of thousands to Syracuse. He urged that his gifts represent fifty years of honest toil and duty in business.

New York Nov Standard Wen John D. Archbold Standard ON Company Syracuse University Lars Syracuse

Santa Claus Drives Through City With Reindeer

Santa Claus visited the city with Denicer and Prancer guiding a red wagon due to scarce snow. The entourage distributed candy popcorn and peanuts to eager children, ending at Garvey-Buchanan's toy department where horns and candy disappeared amid cheers.

Santa Garvey-Buchanan's Toy Department

Non-Comn Association Formed by National Guard Tigers

Regimental Sergt Major R. B Patterson was elected president and First Sergeant C. C. Burtis named secretary treasurer for the Non Commissioned Officers Tigers' Association formed at the National Guard of Washington regimental and battalion staff officers meeting at company I headquarters. The group plans social functions and biweekly meetings this season.

National Guard of Washington Signal Corps Company I Tigers’ Association Patterson C. C. Burtis Company BF

New York Stocks Open Strong as Bears Attack

New York November 30 opening prices on the stock market were firm. After initial figures an organized bear push shook out weak holders, but sustained buying by yesterday’s stronger demand, plus covering by shorts, sent prices higher in the first hour. Technicals and a strong close supported a recovery against oversold conditions and a good bank statement aided sentiment.

United Press New York Shorts

Street Improvement Estimates Filed by Public Works Board

Estimates filed list water mains projects on Bagley and Corliss between Latrobe and Baltimore streets, Phinney Avenue from 50th to 65th streets, and East Olive Street with several 27th and 40th Avenue segments. Totals cited include 27,400 26,200 and 19,708 dollars.

Board of Public Works

Elizabeth Wilkes Granted Divorce From Stephen Wilkes

Elizabeth Wilkes is granted a divorce from Stephen Wilkes who is serving a sentence at New Westminster jail for attempting to murder his wife.

Elieabeth Wilkes Stephen Wilkes British Columbia New Westminster

Ginas Bill of Exceptions Prompt Supreme Court Appeal

Louis Ginas bases his appeal to the supreme court on a bill of exceptions that was taken up before Judge Lawlor this morning. The case should be ready to go to the supreme court today.

San Francisco Louis Ginas Supreme Court Lawlor

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