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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1907
Page
7
A chaotic dining room scene shows patrons using coded signals to order as a waiter imitates a holdup and fans of the creaky signaling system recount past mishaps. The proprietor notes the system drew crowds but caused trouble, including a near scrap and a pitcher accidentally triggering an out call.
Renton authorities authorize use of balls and chains for arrestees to compel street labor, protesting lazy offenders who refuse to work. Six inch water main extension to the west line of Smithers Fourth addition planned, spanning 46 feet with multiple improvements in progress.
Negotiations completed for a triangular ground parcel between the Franklin and Newcastle lines of the Columbia and Puget Sound railway to link a well for a pumping plant. Seattle Bl the Co. is the owner of the property.
Residents and Indians feared a volcanic eruption on September 1 as ash and rumors spread. The steamship Victoria brought word from Nome, with sources split over whether Mt Makushin or nearby Progomnia was the source of the ash plume.
Ida Shomoe received thirty days in jail and a 100 dollar fine for disorderly conduct and resisting arrest by Officer Finn in Georgetown. Deputy Mullen was assaulted with an egg sack during the arrest, and the incident occurred near the county hospital at about 10 o clock Tuesday morning amid a buyers dispute over Charleston Avenue sidewalk work involving Salaun and Mrs Hobb.
A severe electric storm hit Vancouver on September 11 causing a fire in the Hastings Mill and a tenement blaze on Westminster Avenue. Firefighters prevented total destruction as two properties suffered about 9,000 dollars in losses while several families narrowly escaped.
The Hitt brothers bought land south of Columbia and began a fireworks factory three years ago. They import all raw materials and now ship products to coast regions, aiming to create one of the largest such facilities in the country.
Avelilao market incident saw a peasant and his wife arrested after calling in two of their children, twins four months old, offering them for sale at forty dollars each. A buyer agreed, but police intervened as he prepared to take the infants.
PORT TOWNSEND September 11 an experimental fog siren will be installed at Cape Flattery by Col W Roessler of the United States Engineers corps. The signal warns mariners of dangers at Duncan rock where the bark Hecla struck in heavy fog. Hollie Line Extension plans a line from Port Ludlow to Seattle via the Pacific, formerly Sunset Telephone.
Port Townsend September 1 The Commercial club chose an all new leadership at Monday night’s meeting with H D Hopkins elected president and J W Caldwell named secretary in an unopposed vote.
Two men J Hoomfield and J Kelly were arrested in Everett on grand larceny charges after allegedly burgling a hotel room. The burglars fled by train but were tracked by Ballard and Seattle police and returned to Everett where $40 cash and a $75 check were recovered. The day’s notes include a fundraising concert at Presbyterian church and social events at Loyal Heights car barn and Fraternal hall.
Local telegraphers allege a linked control scheme between A D T and N D T delivery firms with officers who are owners and major stockholders. They claim mismanagement and stamp resale schemes that skim funds from telephonic messages, prompting expected eastern reports and an imminent investigation.
The Grand presents Balomy Jane in a strong company. Seattle shows Uncle Josh Perkins all week. Third Avenue Theater features Under Two Flag. Lyric screens Teesy Weeny. Lana Park offers vaudeville and outdoor attractions. Star-Pox Foxie circus, Hungarian Hussar band appear. Odeon and Oliver present moving pictures and songs. Family Theater shows vaudeville and nature freaks.
A large forest fire raged last night at Fletcher's Bend near Pleasant Beach across the sound. It likely started from slashings burning by loggers. Dickinson logging camp reported destroyed, but unverified. Fire under control by morning as heavy rain extinguished flames.
The Hague Sept. 11. Delegates at the international peace conference express dwindling hope for a permanent arbitration court due to German opposition. The Kaiser's stance has long been anticipated and largely discourages progress.
Cummings and Ball representing Weber filed for a change of venue from Judge Carroll to Judge George in the conspiracy to defraud Maud Arndt case, dated yesterday.
A man using the name P Shacklett secured work at Mrs Rosa's home on Fourteenth Avenue then fled with a purse containing $4. Detectives Clark and Philbrick located him and placed him under arrest the next morning.
Beslow, jailed since April, faces multiple delays in a larceny by embezzlement case against the Commercial Cooperative Cereal Company. He allegedly misappropriated about $4,000 between November 29, 1906, and April 4, 1907. Trial postponed until September 26. bail set initially at $8,000, later reduced to $4,000. W. R. Gay represents the defense.
A boy designed a flat boat and attempted a trial on the pond amid a crowd. He launched the craft with pop, calling for a solo test ride, but it sank just off shore. He remained unfazed insisting the vessel was meant as a submarine.
Chicago report notes star Brown must sit out the season after a mysterious arm injury during a game. Doctors cannot explain the sudden limit on his throwing, and he will remain out as the season continues.
William Alien Dell stands trial for the murder of Miss Addie Roper. A jury was drawn and testimony is in progress with witnesses including W. A. Behenck shingle weaver Harvey Canfield farmer A Hi Pierce clerk W L Me Comba farmer A W Frost farmer P A Clark farmer BE W Swanson merchant W J Van Houghton street car motorman James Clayton farmer W F Gwynn theatrical manager P W Pierce collector J N Nygren farmer.
A Shelton Washington fire casualty died yesterday from burns. J D Bond, lead victim, passed away in the late afternoon. A list of death registrations included infants and residents with ages and addresses, noting multiple fatalities from the fire.
Birth notices list several newborns with the parents and locations. Thomas, son to McKinnon at 125 Thomas Street on Sept 6. a son to Thomas at Seattle General Hospital. Randall, daughter to Randall at 2626 10th Avenue on Sept 9. Reach, daughter to Reach at 14 4th Avenue Bept 2. Ware, daughter to Ware at 610 7th Avenue Bept 4. Additional entries mention To wife of Tre 14 4th av Bept 2 and To wife of Fethen at Hotel Lincoln Aug 80.
Secretary Fuller details park property along lake shores for the state shore lands commission. Historical note cites England losing 624 square miles to waves over centuries. recent sea advance averages 1,523 acres yearly. The 1903 sea ravages submerged towns like Ravensburgh. twelve coastal settlements off Yorkshire remain submerged.
A brief note highlights quality facilities inviting patrons to visit and use services responsibly. It emphasizes licit operations and courteous patronage within a welcoming public space.
J B Osborne the blind socialist lecturer convicted of obstructing public streets was fined 50 in police court. Through attorney Brown he gave notice of appeal to the superior court claiming the right to speak on public streets. Judge Gordon said future fines would rise for similar offenses.
Tomorrow night eight events will headline a four day swimming carnival at Lima Park Nata Torium. Top swimmers from Seattle Tacoma Hellingham Everett and possibly Vancouver will compete in races including 200 ft and 100 yard men s events 190 ft ladies race quarter mile endurance obstacle and relay races with youths under 16 also invited.
United Press reports Pittsburg operators say coal prices will likely be higher this winter due to persistent shortages and possible production limits. Experts cite ongoing supply constraints and market pressure as the season approaches.
Railroads serving Pittsburgh have served notices that no cars will be allowed to be sent off the lines owning them. This stops shipment of thousands of tons of coal until the order is rescinded, not expected before after the crop movement. Pittsburgh Coal Company Monongahela River Consolidated Coal & Coke Pittsburgh & Buffalo Coal refused an Italian government order for 660000 tons of coal to be shipped to Italy.
The franchise inspector approved the petition for a permit from Seattle Electric to double track the University car line from the end of the existing double track at Almy Street to the Latona Bridge.
Funeral services for Mrs. Sarah W Parsons wife of Rev Benjamin Parsons were held at the First Presbyterian church yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment followed in Lake View Cemetery.
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