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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1907

Page

2

Patrolman Shoots Burglar at Arcade Saloon

Patrolman Richard Roesler shot and wounded a burglar at the Arcade saloon on First avenue about 2:45 AM. The assailant, unnamed, grabbed Roesler’s revolver during a struggle. the weapon misfired as the robber fled through a rear doorway. The wounded man was treated at the county jail and is not believed to be in serious danger.

White Firetav Richard Roesler Nat Roesler Pat Uniand Roesler

Heine to Pay All Just Claims in Bank Affair

New York creditors meeting to adjust Otto Heine claims with all just debts to be paid in full. Examiners estimate liabilities at two million dollars with about ten percent disputed. Clearing house action assures Mercantile National Bank cash relief and directors resignations precede any aid. Hamburg firm Loutgena & Einstein suspended following Halle & Soehle collapse.

United Press New York Otto Heine Otto Heinge Gross & Rieeburg Clearing House Mercantile Na Bank Ridgely

Tragedy on Wall Street: Fireman Killed Under Switch Engine

William Robinson a 34 year old marine fireman was crushed beneath a Northern Pacific switch engine at the foot of Wall Street yesterday evening shortly after leaving Providence Hospital. The body was recovered by Bonney-Watson. Coroner Carroll opened an inquiry. He was walking on a trestle when struck. the crew heard a scream but could not save him. Firemen Polk Longfellow and engineer Lewis were aboard. Robinson resided at 69 Wall Street and was believed to have wealthy relatives.

Northern Pacific William Robinson Wall St Providence Hospital Bonney-Watson Company Carroll C. Polk J. J. Longfellow W. E. Lewis Robinson

County to Seek Recovery From Former Treasurer

Coupeville officials meet to address a shortage by former County Treasurer Smith and plan measures likely including asking the county auditor to resign. The report notes Smith will make good the deficit and cites location details of the Hamilt 1. 1 St area in Colman building.

Coupevills Wash Smith

Torrey Coaches Penn State Team For 1996 East Title Push

Chicago reports Head Coach Torrey works with several assistants to mold a capable Penn State squad for the 1996 season. The plan aims to win the Eastern championship and defeat Michigan in November, with a bright outlook for the Red and Blue.

Seattle Star Chicago Tain Torrey Michigan

Donovan Draws With Breckburn in New York Fight

Mike Donovan of Rochester N Y fought a draw with Black Jack Breckburn before the Industrial Athletic Club last night. Both men were fast and willing in the Philadelphia bout conducted by United Press.

United Press Phila Phia Mike Donovan Rochester N. Y Black Jack" Breckburn Industrial Athletic Club Fleht

Get Paid Today Pay Day Notice at the State Bank

A short notice urges readers to deposit money at the State Bank of Seattle at the corner of First and Yesler in the savings department. The message hints at starting capital to work for future gains.

State Bank of Seattle Fliat and Yesler Savings Department

Stockton Players Defy New Baseball Order

Stockton California October 19 The National Baseball Commission warned players under contract to a club that participating in any more California State League games would incur fines. Stars George Moriarty Oscar Stanage and others plan to appear in Stockton tomorrow as Moriarty defies the commission saying he will play baseball to follow his profession despite winter prospects.

Stockton Cal National Baseball Commission George Moriarty Oscar Stanage Whl Moriarty Jimmy McHale Tom Jackett Hem Henderson Doc Moskiman New York Americans Chicago Ili

High school football schedule in Washington near end of season

The Tacoma game marks the next to last home appearance for Seattle high school football. The team will face Bellingham next week then travel to Spokane the following Saturday. If Salt Lake is arranged, a meeting with the Mormons may occur in Seattle.

Tacoma Washington Bellingham Spokane Salt Lake Seattle Beattie Lick Seatue Boys Salem Eugene

Two Fast Soccer Matches Set for Tomorrow

Tomorrow afternoon at Dugdale's Park the Seattles face the Thisties in a brisk soccer clash while at Port Lawton the Rangers meet the Soldiers to decide honors. Both games promise fast play and competitive action for local fans.

Dugdale's Park Seattles Thisties Port Lawton Rangers

Sports notes from the Colorful West Coast events

Tommy Burns was injured in an air accident near Trinidad Colorado. Red Dog Devereaux clashed with umpire Quigglh Coast league. an incident cost $18. About 1000 spectators attended races at Walla yesterday. Washington faced Whitworth in a 40 day game with a crippled eleven. Trott and Mat were hospitalized with injuries. Art Bern the Calgary runner who defeated Chandler may face Longboat next month.

Red Dog" Devereaux Washington Whitworth Wituak Trott Matthewas Aod Art Bern Calgary Chandler

Be declared a professional in scrappy race scene

In a heated moment Burn protested a prize he felt was deserved after a race win. General Watts set a new world record in the first heat of the Kentucky stakes, beating the former 2.08% mark held by Kentucky Todd and Paney. Dode Hrinker joined the 8. A. C. squad and may become a key contributor with Johnson, a former Purdue player, also joining the team.

Burn Cash General Watts Kentucky Todd Paney Ad Dode Hrinker Johnson Perdue

Sophomores Win Cross Country Race at University

Sophomore runners defeated freshmen and juniors in a nearly three mile meet. The sophomores scored 340 to freshmen 242 with Keight winning in a university record 14 29. Hinneman finished second and Harrison third.

Fonty Keight Lane Hinneman Harrison

Yale Football Outlook Brighter With Fresh Talent

Yale coaches show a deep material base with several exceptional players. Captain Low is a veteran leader for the blue and the forward pass is being developed to a high level, with Erie contributing more to this area than any other eastern varsity.

Seattle Star New Haven Conn Yale Ngelow Erie

Pullman Easily Beats Montana in 38–0 Victory

Pullman Washington state college football crushed the University of Montana 38 to 0 as Nissan, Rader, Hardy Miller and Halm starred. The win brings Pullman to 170 points for the season while opponents have only 6, boosting Northwest championship hopes.

Star Special Service Pullman Wash Washington State University of Montana Nissan Rader Hardy Miller Halm Pullavan Case

Lincoln High Girls Form Athletic Association

Lincoln high school girls yesterday formed an athletic association with Genevieve Kingston as president, Aldrie Kincaid as vice president, and Frankie Close as secretary and treasurer. The notice also advertises Cravenette Rain coats at Goodyear Raincoat Co. store located at First Ave and Madison St.

Washington High School Lincoln High School Girls’ Athletic Association Genevieve Kingston Alrdrie Kincaid Frankie Close Ster Cravenette Goodyear Raincoat Co Corner First Av Madison St

Lincoln High Girls Face Washington in Key Match

Lincoln high faculty representatives Ling and Miss Raymond note strong Lincoln squad with several returning players from last year. Washington awaits as Lincoln eyes victory in upcoming girls game.

Ling Miss Raymond Lincoln High Washington Lincoln

Portland Beats Frise 11 to 5 in Unclear Match

Scoreline reads Portland 11 Frise 5 with scattered abbreviations and names. Umpire Bay and WN Brooks & Co. referenced. location appears H street area near 1331 Becond Ave, unclear event details and teams remain partially garbled.

Portland Ccosccoresee San Francisco Battersea Pernolt and Piyrnes Cey and Haola Perrine Bay WN. Brooks & Co

Beattie University Appoints New Student Board Members

The University of Washington graduates J Wright and Mehora Huntoon were named to the student board of control at Morne student enterprises, replacing Tom Alderson and Donald A. McDonald who resigned.

Dear J. Wright Mehora Huntoon Beattla Torney University of Washington Student Board of Control Morne Student Enterprises Tom Alderson Donald A. McDonald

Ridgely Named President of Mercantile Bank

New York October 19 The new head of the Mercantile bank is Ridgely who succeeds Sir Augustus Heinze after Heinze resigned. The bank announced Ridgely’s appointment in a formal message. Hall on October 26 is referenced for a related event.

United Press New York Will Ridgely Mercantile Bank Augustus Heinze

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