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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1908
Page
3
Police halted ticket sales for The Clansman at the Duluth theatre but the crowd surged to enter. The play billed as champion of white supremacy drew hundreds to the doors, with officials citing fire regulations and a triumphal opening tour. Three ticket speculators were arrested for price gouging.
United Press reports Billy Papke earned glory by beating Ketchel in a disputed twelve round fight. Ketchel vows he is not finished despite the loss as fans debate the bout and heavy betting swayed toward Papke. Receipts totalled 18480 with Papke receiving 6654 and Ketchel 4436.
A local ad from the Colman Building promotes a sale at the shoe store on First Avenue offering slashed prices with a note paying $1.00 for sales while stock lasts.
A Republican candidate seeks the New Witte position, aiming to restore influence and support. The bid centers on policy priorities and party backing as electors weigh the candidate’s qualifications and vision for leadership.
The steamer T. C. Reed hung at Pier 3 as tides rose leaving lines nearly underwater. Avery Keith of the Lovera and Ca MeMillan of the Venus cut lines and woke the crew just before listing could sink the vessel. Guards were three feet under water before release.
Nate Goodwin denies involvement in breaking the engagement of Harry MacMillan and Edna Goodrich. He also denies divorce proceedings by his wife Maxine Elliott.
Lady Minstrels perform two nights at Moore Theatre Friday and Saturday evening. Tickets range from 25 cents to 1.50 dollars for two hours of lively, screaming fun.
Rev De and Mrs J P Llew Llwyd hosted a reception at St Mark's rectory with guests assisted by Duttons Bronsons Langdon Henry Rolcom Prosner Whiton Cheal and McNamee in various rooms. Several hundred attendees enjoyed autumn decorations and hospitality. Thompson and Kavanagh wedding noted at Bishop O'Dea residence with Mary Alberta Kavanagh among attendees. Women’s Educational Club met at 1721 7th Ave with discussions on Vacation Meets and club duties. Additional social visits included Miss Hayes fête for autumn wedding plans with Charles Hall and Mrs David Gilmore hosting cards for Mrs Hogardua. Mr Warren Green hosted dinner for Bogardua guests. Mrs H E Emerson plans a year abroad ending in Germany.
Mr H Leonard Dahl and Mies Mollie Binland were married in Tacoma with Rev W H Forsythe officiating. A reception followed at the Daletey residence. The couple will reside at Lane and 24th Avenue South Goldemith.
The Seattle and Butte teams open a six-game series at Dagdale's Park this afternoon with game one scheduled to start at 3 o'clock.
The Orpheum showcases a pretentious eight-person musical comedy A Night on a Horseboat with Jane Courthope leading Lucky Jim and other acts by Mc Phee HI Tom Barry Madge Hughes Sager Midgley Gertie Carlisle Mae Melville and Robert Higgins. Pantages presents Gou nods Faust with Rose Stevens as Marguerite while Rose Stevens is billed alongside various acts including Lee Hollinger Elena Leonard and the Laurent trio. The Seattle programs feature The Refined Darktown Lady Minstrels at Moore theatre and The Mikado final shows by Pollarda with Belle of New York and Plorodora announced. Lola hosts Before and After and The Little Prospector at Seattle theatre with Chic Perkins in the lead.
Indications point to strong audience interest as the new melo dramatic stock company at the Third Avenue theatre presents Convict 990 this week. Manager French leads an excellent company with a big pyrotechnic display The Battle of Manila as key attraction drawing large houses.
It was pronounced last night one of the finest exhibitions of the kind ever seen in Seattle. A line of other attractions accompanied the main event at White City with crowds drawn to the varied entertainment.
At Luna Park the big baby show is the chief attraction this week. Many little ones participated in the contest yesterday and a larger crowd than expected gathered this afternoon. Other park attractions entertain visitors throughout the day.
The newly elected Vermont governor now serves as lieutenant governor. His promotion followed the state election on Sept 2 with a plurality over 29 000. Republicans celebrate noting September pluralities over 25 000 have foreshadowed presidential wins in November.
Telegram from RNC Chairman Hitchcock reports the withdrawal of Judge Wright as governor nominee in Tennessee. The move leaves candidate Tillman, nominee of the rival faction, with a clear field and prompts plans for a united, strong campaign to win Tennessee.
An automobile police patrol and Ballard beach car 657 collided at Occidental avenue and Main street last night. Eight windows were broken. no injuries reported. Officer J J McNamee drove the patrol and halted only after the crash of glass was heard.
The Star prints a correction to the Johnston Co contest notice noting a typographical error that omitted the word only from the border rules. It clarifies the method for forming city and county names using letters within the heavy border and lists prizes and participating firms.
The Johnston Company and Pioneer Piano House announce a Twentyfive Thousand Dollar profit sharing contest for piano buyers. Major manufacturers back the effort to educate shoppers while promoting sales of pianos organs talking machines and musical instruments. Prizes go to the highest lists under fixed rules with fair judging and no catch.
William W. Evans aged 75 a Seattle resident for 28 years died at his home 210 Queen Annecy He was born in England a charter member of the Ancient Order of United Workmen Odd Fellows and a Mason The funeral will be under Odd Fellows auspices and the body shipped to Victoria where he resided before moving to Seattle
The Refined Dark Town Lady Minstrels perform at Moore Theatre Friday and Saturday evenings. Tickets range from 25 cents to $1.50. See details for showtime and pricing.
The once poor Bush Street usher and actor David Warfield came home to San Francisco to a record ovation. Reportedly worth seven figures, he was celebrated as a city’s greatest son as the Music Master moved audiences to tears and cheers.
George Hackenschmidt, overweight but claiming health, travels in England arranging exhibitions for next month. He aims for another match with Frank Gotch but only with a dependable referee and not in Chicago. He has been staying in Manchester since returning to Great Britain.
A playful retelling notes Mary shared her meal and asked for seconds, turning a familiar nursery rhyme into a cheeky dining moment.
Westbound during September and October via Oregon R A and Navigation Co. Chicago to Seattle priced at 38.00 from St. Louis 35.50 from Kansas City Omaha etc 30.00 Other rates and information furnished and deposits taken at Union Ticket Office 608 First Ave E E Ellis Gen Agt.
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