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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1907
Page
5
A Jumper dress in deep French gray features graduated disks of cream colored taffeta on the skirt and jumper. The design emphasizes a refined silhouette with contrasting textures and a subtle decorative effect.
The article reports speculation that John D. Rockefeller may abandon golf to join an archery group at the Owentaia club near Lake Po. It notes attention from his son in law, daughter, and physician, while archers hope the move would raise their profile.
State grocers meet this morning at half past noon and will close the visiting day tomorrow. The address of trustees will be given by Joan A Green national secretary and national president. J Balliet district attorney will oversee water and other cases in the territory including Washington Idaho and western regions.
The county commission yesterday advertised a bid for a 1.2 million dollar bond issue in observance of Yom Kippur. Details specify bond terms and repayment plan pending approval. A separate note mentions Thompson's team suffering an injury after a whistle incident and a person thrown from a vehicle.
Memorial services will be held tonight by the Knights of Columbus in memory of George J. Phelan who died in Portland on June 14 and Dante Carmody who died on August 21.
Stuart Brown aged 18 was sentenced three years at Walla Walla with suspension. Judge Frater released him after late November arrest for attempted robbery and subsequent rearrests. A month ago he was returned but again given liberty on the suspended sentence.
In St Petersburg on September 18 a girl named Wanda was arrested. Police found her cloak and clothing sewn with numerous bombs and other infernal contrivances, labeling her a regular human arsenal.
James McGee, recently a rat inspector, now patrols the waterfront watching vessels. Waterfront patrolmen assist him as double protection runs until U S marine hospital officials in San Francisco move a bulletin declaring all danger from infection has ceased.
United Press report states the Republican county convention backed fusion for the mayor and district attorney nominations, authorizing a five member committee to confer with the federation and union labor conventions set for the 19th. The Democratic date remained unfixed. Gone For Rent-Piper & Tan.
Reports from Yokohama state Japan raised the sun flag on Pratan Island about 120 miles from Luzon. The base would serve as a refitting station and possible strategic hub extending to America, enabling rapid attacks on the Philippines and swift return to headquarters for coaling and redeployment.
The passage discusses Pratas Island 120 miles north of the Philippines and 60 miles beyond U.S. boundary, detailing its geography and strategic value. It notes a ten mile reef and two ship channels, and mentions sparse human presence, with sea birds and occasional Chinese workers. It questions Japan's motive for claiming Pratas Island.
After a selective examination the following have been appointed corporals in the high school cadet corps R Toten J Lehr and L Dawson. The Brambuugh medal contest for the best drilled non commissioned officer or private will be held next week.
Mrs. Ray May Merrick, 35, sues Dr. Parmeles in common pleas court for damages, claiming he forcefully embraced her during a professional visit. The suit seeks ten thousand dollars.
James A Rab ton sues Sherwood Logging for sixteen thousand dollars claiming injuries after a tree fell on him. The case filed in court lists N Brooke & Co at 1831 Second Ave as a related matter.
A grocer offers a money back guarantee on Bebbling's Best coffee. The ad promises refunds to customers who do not like the product, framing the guarantee as a customer service feature.
Two Japanese employees sparked a small riot at the Hotel Chelsea when their room was given to white workers. A white claimant was struck by a chair, the Nipponese were ejected, and later sought help. A Queen Anne Streetcar conductor ejected a Japanese passenger for not giving up a seat to a white woman. Passengers commended the conductors actions.
Er Palmer western division general superintendent of the Northern Pacific, touring Beattie, states the railroad is issuing all orders for wheat shippers. He reports 125 cars of wheat arriving daily in Seattle and Tacoma with strong freight car demand, while the road remains well up with orders.
In Everett the great Northern shops saw boilermakers walk out joining a general strike. Apprentices and helpers also left, while total work continued with fewer boilermakers relative to machinists, keeping operations moving today.
Toledo authorities report concern over a new tabloid jag device described as a capsule or tablet that dissolves in water to form an alcoholic drink. The substance allegedly contains a white powder masking itself as quinine, capable of causing rapid intoxication for a drinker.
Police seized an opium pipe found at a prom where Amnie Hall and Hari Minck were discovered inhaling opium fumes. The pipe was made from a small china cup with holes blocked by sealing wax, found in a remarkable curbside scene.
In Vancouver British Columbia authorities bar further parades this week as anti parody threats loom. Several suspects were arrested and released on bail awaiting trial this month, with expectations of acquittal.
United Press reports a cracked cylinder head on the battleship Alabama forces repairs delaying her departure from the Atlantic to the Pacific by over a month. The find comes as the fleet sails toward continued operations and maintenance schedules.
An entertaining programme is set for the commercial men's banquet tonight at the Rainier club. Seated 80 covers for commercial interests from the northwest will hear remarks by Mayor William H. Moore and others including W. Gorham, Charles Bibb, Z. K. Ty, G. Johnson, and representatives from Seattle and Vancouver.
Mrs M Hunter a professional nurse recently arrived from Vancouver DC died Monday night in her room at 1002 East Madison Street. Her body was found yesterday morning in the room.
Washington dispatch notes that a group of Washington girls visiting the east on a special tour are widely praised as "Peaches." The contingent en route to Jamestown includes Misses de Kincaid Coulee City Anna vee Davenport Irma Dumford Grace Crook Prosser Ruth Beleen Cheney Lillie Andman Asotin Lillian Clark Walla Walla Mabel Simons Wenatchee Stella Perkins Colfax.
In Ellensburg on Sunday the three year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Carl A Jungst fell into boiling water from a boiler and died a few hours later.
Everett report says Wilfred Menanery deserted his wife at Artington. A jury acquitted him on a union related charge citing reasons described as good rensous.
The Manufacturers' association holds its regular meeting on September 21 at the Washington Hotel Annex. Discussion centers on proposed west bound freight rate reductions urged by lumbermen to secure more empty cars amid rising disputes.
Denver report states Major Taggart abandoned efforts to recover his children who were kidnapped soon after his divorce. Authorities believe the wife is keeping them in southern France.
A historical notice advertises violet ray treatment and electric vibratory massage offered near the Grand Opera House, with Turkish and steam bath options for patrons seeking spa services.
From New York sources in Chicago says the international theatrical trust plan clears legal obstacles. The aim is to secure control of two or three major theaters in key European cities and begin operations by year end.
Washington Supreme Court sustains pharmacist C. Foster conviction for selling malt liquor to Mrs. John Kelly on September 20, 1906. The ruling holds drug stores may not sell intoxicants without a physician prescription unless licensed to deal liquors.
The Columbia and Puget Bound railroad plans four new steel span bridges this fall. Three will cross the Cedar River and one the Black River, each span 120 feet long.
Prominent socialists in the state have formed the Adrian Irrigation Company and plan a utopia for socialists near Grand Coulee.
Under Frank Allen, director of buildings and grounds, a large crew works to clear and grade the exposition grounds. The removal of the fair's general offices to the grounds marks a major shift in the site’s layout and operations.
Denver selected by the sovereign grand lodge of the Odd Fellows of the world as the meeting site for the next year. George Manley C. Raney of Iowa reelected commanding general of the patriarchs militant.
Thomas McGuire of Seattle appeals to the mounted police commander for relief claiming wrongful conviction for stealing from the steamer Campbell at Fort Gibbon. He seeks assistance from his government in Great Britain. Leave Pier 2 to view battleships.
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