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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Oct 03, 1911

Page

7

Campaign for La Follette Opens Next Friday

A Progressive Republican league meeting at Eilers hall on Friday night October 6 will endorse a La Follette presidential candidate and launch a state wide campaign. The club also plans a state convention to select delegates, a large public meeting with Victor Murdock Miles Poindexter and Gifford Pinchot, and sending a representative to the Chicago Progressive Republican conference on October 18.

Progressive Repubican League Eilers Hall Thirday la Follette Atandpat Politeiana State Central Committee Coda Tesaman Victor Murdock Kansas Miles Poindexter Gifford Pinchot Progressive Republicans Chicagy

Half fare passes for students on Seattle street cars

University students and business college pupils in Seattle will receive certificates proving their eligibility for half fare on street cars. The certificates, issued by O L Miller of the Seattle Business College and similar actions from Wilson Business College, enable students to claim the reduced rate on commuting trips.

State University Business Colleges of Seattle O. L. Miller Seattleusiness College Wilson Business College

City seeks certificates over school fare rule

Joe Smith voices challenge to city and company claiming all persons under 21 riding to school are entitled to half fare. He notes the ordinance should cover both public and private schools and argues the term children should be interpreted as minors.

Joe Smith Anssue Thia

Practical Jokers Swelled Harvest of Death

In Austin Pennsylvania on October 3 a flood disaster killed many as jokers set off a fire alarm to scare residents awake during the retreating flood. Burials began at dawn for victims mostly drowned, with a few mangled remains found.

Austin Poe Jheed Mary Decker

Spectator Counts at Seattle Society Event

Garrota the newsboy recalls a grand opening at the Metropolitan theatre in Seattle. The piece exaggerates attendance figures and luxuries to sketch a bustling society scene with politicians and magnates present.

Garrota Durich New Metropolitan Theatre Seattle

Opening Night at the Metropolitan Aims for Laughs

The first performance drew many locals and notable voices including President Douglas of the Metropolitan Building Co. John C Higgins from the University board of regents and Marc Klaw of Khan and Erlanger. Richard Carle and Edna Wallace Hopper starred in Jumping Jupiter with a light plot but strong comedy and songs.

Metropolitan Douglas Metropolitan Building Co John C. Higgins University Board of Regents Marc Klaw Khan & Erlanger Theatrical Trust Richard Carle Edna Wallace Hopper

States Rights Theme Dominates Public Lands Meeting

In Denver, Oct 2, federal control of the public domain is rejected as states rights rise. The Public Lands adjourned after an address on conservation topics by President Nixon. A resolution favoring states rights passed 42 to 35, shaping the conference’s stance despite earlier federal control objections.

Denver Colo Public Lands

Free Munyon Clinic Draws Large Seattle Crowds

Huge crowds gathered at Prof James Munyon's new Seattle medical offices in the Globe building near First and Madison. Visitors received free advice and treatment from Munyon's physicians during Monday and Tuesday, with many praising relief from rheumatism and uric acid related troubles after a course of treatment.

James M. Munyon Munyon Anyon Junyon San Francisco Prof Seattle Globe First @v Madison

Laurier May Head Peace Tribunal Post at The Hague

The Montreal Herald reports Lord Strathcona's Canada visit aimed to offer Sir Wilfrid Laurier the presidency of the Hague peace tribunal. President Taft and the British delegate have urged him to accept the post after the defeat.

Laurier Ottawa Ont Montreal Herald Lord Strathcona Canada Sir Wilfrid Laurier The Hague Taft

Seattle Mayor Dilling Praises City After Midwest Trip

Mayor Dilling returned from Chicago and the Middle West this morning praising Seattle. He said no eastern city matches Seattle’s water system and its opportunities for cheap electric power.

Dilling Chicago Middle West Seattle East

Use the Grouchometer to Beat the Blues in Paris

A Paris column describes the grouchometer a paper self reminder of cheerful coping. Readers list reasons for blues and reflect on real sorrow to cure mood, noting the device is growing popular in the city.

Paris

The Chorus Lady Transmogrifies Into Maggie Pepper

The Chorus Lady becomes Maggie Pepper in a playful note about stage roles. The piece suggests the reincarnation of Rose Stal and mentions public reception in Gotham theatres. It references Charles Klein and other figures, noting Mine Stahl and a silent ine in a humorous Teutonic inflection.

Gaby de Lyn Draws Mixed Praise At New York Debut

Critics mocked Gaby de Lyn calling her art scarce and not very pretty while the public paid high prices for a glimpse of the king's affection. She danced sang and wore jewels and fine clothes, drawing attention to the outfits over her performance.

Gary New York Gary Des Lyn Gaby Manuel of Portugal Gotham Manuel

Funeral planned for Admiral Schley in Washington

Arrangements underway in Washington for the funeral of Admiral Winfield S. Schley, who died suddenly in New York. The burial is set for Arlington Cemetery with grand naval honors as warships in the Potomac salute the fallen hero.

Watch on anarchist colony during Taft visit

United States Secret Service will closely observe Home colony, an alleged anarchist settlement about 20 miles from Tacoma, during President Taft’s visit. Colonists deny violence and claim peaceful aims.

United Preset Tacoma Home Colony Taft United States Secret Service

Wheeler Escorts Police Along President Route

Agent Wheeler joined local police officials to accompany the president along the route yesterday. The move aimed to ensure security and smooth passage. The encounter highlighted coordination between federal agents and municipal authorities.

Wheeler

Vessels Wrecked in North Sea Storm Off Amsterdam

Advices report a severe North Sea storm Sunday causing heavy loss of shipping and life. Forty five large ships wrecked and many crews perished. About 120 mussel fishing boats were destroyed or badly damaged across the region.

Amsterdam Holland North Sea Wen

Slasher Attack Sparks Nighttime Shooting

A stranger tried to slash Ed C. Allen at 1800 25th Ave and fled after Allen warded off the attack and seized the razor. Allen then fired a shot at the assailant before the man vanished.

Ed C. Allen Allen

For sale ware and plumbing business in Poulsbo

Local notice offers a ware and plumbing business for sale at actual cost. Purchasers may buy the whole or either part, with terms available. Contact P. J. Burke in Poulsbo, Washington.

P. J. Burke Poulsbo

Upholsterers Walk Out In Solidarity With Striking Shopmen

About 20 upholsterers at Southern Pacific and Salt Lake railroad shops quit in sympathy with strike actions. The skilled workers, imported from eastern cities, complicate replacements for the railroads, and officials note a sizable share of the walkouts were non union members.

Uy United Press Los Angeles Southern Pacific and Salt Lake

Hougen's Lightning Shoe Repair Works Ad Details

An ad listing shoe repair services at 110 Madison St and a mail subscription offer with monthly and yearly rates. It notes delivery, mail order options, and subscription expiration on the paper label. It also lists agency stores with addresses and phone contacts for reader convenience.

Hougen’s Lightning Shoe Repair Works Madison St Sunscamera Follow Sea Mullen Mallard Avy Mallard Vike Madison Viret Av Heer Pring Et

Died suddenly at 27 Mrs. Fanny Hrown obituary

Mrs Fanny Hrown died suddenly at residence 1468 4th Ave at 9 16 p m age 27 wife of John Hrown born in Dublin Ireland funeral notier later. Classified notices advertise employment opportunities including carpentry, barbering, and other services with addresses in Seattle area.

Fanny Aee J Town Dublin Ireland

City Real Estate Offers 100 Lots at Fauntleroy Park

Near Fauntleroy Park 100 lots offered with prices from $200 to $5 cash and $5 monthly. Agent Mr Burns will be at Fauntleroy Park Wednesday afternoon and also Saturday and Sunday afternoons at the ice cream parlor. Listings show John HH White Co and West Seattle Moai Estate BXctus! BLY. 14 Downs Block, Second Ave. Main 2484. Ind 2269. CITY REAL ESTATE.

Burns Fauntleroy Park John HH White CO Oriental Block West Seattle Moai Estate Downs Block Tos Second Seattle Pioneer Rent & Coll Pia, Co Geo. F. Moore & Co

Cottage for sale near Woodland Park on Phinney

Property listings describe a small cottage with city water on a corner lot 75 by 100 feet, priced at $900 after a prior $1,200 price. Terms include $100 down and $15 monthly payments. contact Bevett & Co at 6501 Phinney Ave. for details. Also an adjacent Woodland Park cottage listing offers a four room home with front and back porches on a large fenced lot, priced at $1,450 with $50 down and $10 monthly payments.

ACHE Smee Agg Ranch Arcade Haven & Schroeddr OUR Grange Gardens Seattle Clifford Land CO Lake Washington Ferry Madison Car Kirkland Ferry Kirkland Burke & Farrar, Inc New York Block Washington OLE Hanson & CO New York BYRI Berry Realty CO Columbia St Beattie Seattlie The Star Les High Phinney Woodland Park Phinney Car

OWNER COMPELLED TO SELL New 6 room bungalow cottage for sale

Multiple Seattle area real estate ads describe 6 room bungalow cottages near Phinney Avenue and 65th, with terms like 1700 price, 100 cash, balance 18 monthly, and inclusions such as mission finish, bath between bedrooms, porches, level lot, and improvements. Also listings for lake view homes near Kirkland and various small houses on cleared lots, with down payments, monthly terms, and nearby transit. Several properties offer country homes, two houses on Greenwood Ave, and loans via local suppliers.

Northwest Rochester Northern Pacific Oregon Mochpmseter Chehalis Neree Seattle Frem Phinney Lake View Lake Washington Rona Madison Kirkland Burke & Farrar, Inc New York Phieney ASK Cottage Realty CO Wllev Pike At Everett Laas Greenwood Av Phinney Av Ite Beattie Greenwood Ay Phingey Ay

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