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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1910
Page
2
Officials investigate a dynamiting at a Lowell boarding house. A bomb placed in a cook stove exploded causing extensive damage and injuring L. L. Lamp. Aris Bisker is named in the report as part of the event context.
The piece argues men over fifty should seek digestive improvement and cautions against dieting. It promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as direct help for stomach weakness, claiming they digest meals and restore vigor, backed by Dr. Bennett's endorsement and claims of curing indigestion and related issues.
Police Chief Wappenstein issues general orders to patrols to purge the city of the dangerous class of criminals known as yeggmen or tramps. He warns they will not hesitate to take human life if cornered and notes their activities are already becoming apparent as winter approaches.
King Manuel fled Lisbon after advisers compelled retreat as the Necessidades palace crumbled under republican warship fire. He joined Queen Amelie and Dowager Queen Maria Pia at Mafra while the duke of Oporto hid then sailed to Ericeira. The royal party moved toward Erteedra as the king wept and vowed to return, later boarding the royal yacht with his mother.
Madrid Oct 7 The Spanish cortes met after several delays caused by public unrest sparked by reports from Portugal Premier Canalejas refused monarchist requests to delay again, fearing effects on public peace. Routine business proceeded without mention of Portugal, per official dispatches.
Lisbon reports danger of a royalist uprising to restore Manuel has fallen to a minimum as provisional cabinet says provincial officials pledge loyalty to the republic. The royalist mobilization is denied while the republican army and navy stay ready. The city guard that held out with the republic has joined forces with the national government and business activity is nearly normal with shops reopening.
In Madrid on October 7 Marie Christine mother of King Alfonso prepares to leave the Oriente palace and relocate within Madrid. Officials say the move aims to show she is not exerting reactionary influence over the king and his policies.
At Cerbere near Barcelona violent exchanges between civil guard units and revolutionists continued for 48 hours. More than twenty injured as authorities again deploy the guard, signaling a serious outbreak and conditions echoing reports from other areas.
Business people admire a striking Ellers Music House exhibit in its Third Avenue window. The Edison Business Phonograph operates as a dictator records letters, a typist copies them, and the result is reproduced to the clerk’s typing speed. Enhanced by Western Electric Inter Communicating System Burroughs bookkeeping and an American Multigraph.
A dozen Port Ruese Mutual Benefit members met at Maynard and Eighthay to denounce King Manuel of Portugal for his Paris affair. Edwardo Salvini urged royal loyalty and tolerance, but his argument failed as the group passed resolutions condemning the king’s conduct and reaffirming loyalty to Portugal.
Patrolman Donlan testified that Job Grossman lectured loudly claiming restraint was needed and began reading the Declaration of Independence until a wagon arrived. Judge Gordon sentenced Grossman to three days in jail to recall the incident.
Tacoma reports Bam Lewis, an aged counterfeiter captured in a dramatic raid, sentenced to five years in federal prison on McNeilly Island. His partner Charles Deck received a two year term.
New York Oct 7 W K Vanderbilts jr called off the Grand Prix races planned for October 15 on the Long Island course after deadly trial runs left four dead and many spectators injured. Savannah Ga or Indianapolis may host the event. enthusiasts in both cities have invited Vanderbilts to move the races there.
In Los Angeles on October 7, J Todd, age around 60, told Judge Wellborn he drank an elixir of life and was reborn eight years ago. A census dispute over his claimed age led to his arrest for failing to answer truthfully under federal law.
Federal Judge Hand fined Ada Adriance $5,000 after she pleaded guilty to embezzlement. He argued that the wealthy are more prone to defraud the government, drawing on his experience with smugglers in ruling the case in New York.
Thomas Murphy told Judge Gordon he cannot find work. The judge replies there is work at the city stockade for about 30 days. Patrolman Donlan testifies Murphy is a no good thief and a strong arm artist.
A D Lewin admitted fondness for chop suey but refused to pay. He attempted a trick in a Chinese cafe on Washington last night. Oriental patrons beat him before he could leave. Police intervened and Judge Gordon later ordered the chop suey to cost $10.
Real estate notice offers five acre tracts with $100 down and $10 monthly payments. Location described as near the Interurban with land described as rich and cleared. Potential buyers encouraged to choose from available tracts.
A flooded page shows varied property offers in Oregon and Washington, including residential lots, business sites on Main Street, and several farms and acreages for sale or exchange. Advertised benefits include interest-free payments, easy terms, and nearby water, lumber, and fuel services, with emphasis on new town development and manufacturing potential.
A tour through Western Washington highlights Kitlope County and Bainbridge Island as rising centers for workers and investment. Projects include Pembridge Island streetcar with a $60,000 bond, a Beattie ferry line, and port improvements. Port Orchard, Port Berkeley mills, and Navy Yard at Bremerton spur growth. Manito w Beach resort and summer hotels rise as real estate expands into Kitsap and adjacent towns.
Listings describe multiple Kitsap County parcels for sale including 10 acres with 5 cleared near a county road and a new barn, 66 young fruit trees and spring water, price $1 606 with terms $200 cash, balance to be paid on county road. Also a 5 acre plot near Seattle with a 2 room house, price $1 000 terms $66 cash and $10 per month, plus a waterfront tract with 860 feet sandy beach, price $800 terms $68 cash balance $10 per month. A three quarter acre waterfront with a four room cottage and yard, price $2 500 with $2060 cash and $156 per month balance.
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