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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1905
Page
8
President to meet with the cabinet tomorrow to decide on the proposed Seattle industrial fair set for next summer. Senators Piles and Ankeny advocate for the citizens of Seattle guiding the decision.
The article notes uncertainty about F. Sweeney visiting Cincinnati as part of his eastward trip amid a brewing strike. Cincinnati serves as the International Brewery Workmen’s Union hub and a stronghold for owners. Unions push to publicize the struggle while owners spread reports of a settlement. Hans Puttrich reports widespread boycotts. saloons show fewer unfair beers and new posters urge drinking union beer.
Robert Benicker aged 26 was arraigned in New York on charges of maintaining three young wives living together in a single flat. Two women testified they supplied funds for the third and for travel, while a sister to the other two was excluded.
Extend to Coast Chicago report confirms 165 acres tideland purchase at Tacoma for about 775000. St Paul system gains 1,000,000 in terminal property in Tacoma with plans to extend rapidly toward Puget Sound. Surveys from Chamberlain to Tacoma undertaken. 75 mile northwest line from Chamberlain in progress as route tocoma not fixed.
Judge Gordon sentenced Fred Lilly to 11 days in jail after a satirical court hearing. Lilly had previously faced arrest multiple times and was ordered to clean his shoes in court as part of the punishment with Patrolman Anderson enforcing the ruling. The piece critiques Seattle’s criminal element and voicing concerns about Lizette Smith and alleged protection for pickpockets.
A surprise marriage unites Miss Anna M Carson of Basemore and Port land with attorney W J Rafter. Both had kept the plan secret until the ceremony was completed. The couple will reside at 921 Washington Street awaiting their own rafters.
The Humboldt Steamship Company ship brought 177 passengers and 3200 dollars in dust from Skagway and southeastern Alaska to Seattle. It carried 6100 cases of salmon and 140 boxes of fresh halibut.
Dawson reports Henry Millin Martin a Yukon crown land and timber agent and inspectors John Durgrue and J Sylvester were suspended on orders from Governor Melnnes Ottawa. Government agents found the first measurement short after payment leaving a missing wood value over 700 dollars used to heat federal buildings during winter.
A brief report notes the Rainier Heights Improvement Club meeting held Friday night. The Jackson effect regrade and the direct primary were among discussed matters with a decision expected on the decnseed.
Louis C. Gut hiel proprietor of the German bakery at 920 Flint faces an assault charge after a Barroom clash with tailor Shack fared. Gut hiel admits roughing Sack after a dispute over patriotism says he was challenged and acted in self defense. Prosecuting Attorney Mackintosh filed the complaint and Sack bears two scalp wounds from the cane blows.
WALLA WALLA Oct 12 Councilmen Glasford and Prridges traded grafting accusations at a council meeting last night Mayor Hunt intervened to prevent a fight The dispute centered on a fire engine purchase Bridges backed the Nott and Glesford a Metropolitan The Metropolitan unit came from a trust that controls several Northwestern cities and the council paid 500 more than the Nott steamer The Nott is said to be just as efficient
The State University senior class chose James W Dootson Kilatan as president Miss Anna EB Blegert secretary and Oscar W Damm treasurer. Perc y Dearle elected junior class president after a fraternity rivalry. other juniors include Margaret Heyes Lelia Hawkin e Joseph McArile and T Kennedy. Steam pipe work for the new chemical laboratory annex proceeds with about 50 feet of pipe to be laid and sod removal along the line.
Members met in the chamber of commerce rooms to outline preparations for a flower show scheduled for November 16 in Christensen's Hall. Speeches were given by Prof. Shelton, County Fruit Inspector John Hopkins, Charles Malmo, and chairman John A. Stewart. The group will reconvene on the second Wednesday in November to finalize details.
Frank H. Renick, elected to the last legislature in the Mackintosh-Plies frame-up, is being pushed for the republican nomination for councilman from the Seventh ward next spring. He has strong backing among business men and previously worked in the city comptroller's office before entering real estate.
A shaggy back bear weighing 265 pounds was brought to the city Wednesday by N A Wedeen who shot him at the north end of Lake Washington.
The National Humane society session heard Miss Ann Hail of Cincinnati propose legalizing euthanasia by powerful drugs for suffering individuals. She stated she would enact mercy by ending lives of those beyond aid if empowered, but her resolution was ruled out.
Chicago February 12 Capt James Corcoran Edward Herrick and William Martin were badly injured in a collision this morning between a hose cart and a street car. Two other firemen were seriously hurt and likely to die from their injuries.
In Chicago on October 12 Patrick McGarry, 63, a wealthy manufacturer, was mysteriously assaulted and died the next morning. There is no clear motive or suspect identified. Also mention of Col. A B Frost’s election as commander of the army of the Philippines and a Brooklyn cigar stand cashing a worthless $5 check for a stranger.
A testimonial from J Fanning OReilly urges Doan's Kidney Pills for back strain and kidney health. It asserts hard work strains the back and kidneys, naming desk workers, farmers, railroaders, and others, and claims the remedy helps kidneys filter toxins and sustain strong daily function.
Retired farmer J Prewatt of 911 Third Ave North reports two years of backache from kidney weakness and after using Dean's Kidney Pills experienced prompt relief with no recurrence. He urges others with kidney trouble to try the remedy and notes it is sold by all druggists for 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo NY.
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