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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1908

Page

7

Fleet Visit to Auckland Sparks Strain and Pride

A description of the U S Navy fleet entering Auckland harbor men and women gathered on Waitemata bay witnessed a dramatic dawn reveal of the American ships. The scene stirred New Zealanders as they perceived growing Anglo American unity and implied defense cooperation across the Pacific. The article notes the fleet’s impact on diplomacy and race relations amid imperial expectations.

Lee Clotworthy The United Georgia San Francisco RAND U. S Aum Auckland America Brill Waitemata Bay New Zealand Pacific

Band of smugglers believed caught

Five are under arrest as federal agents close in on a Mexican frontier smuggling ring. Indictments accuse J. Pateh and others, including Chavez and Barrios, with leading a scheme involving Mexican monitors and Chinamen. U S special agent Richard H. Taylor led the investigation from Washington.

United Press Angeles United States Jease PD G. J. Pateh Eco Chavez Ignacio Barrios Salvador Armentes Impera On Richard H. Taylor Washington

Guns to Rent at A. L. Hall's

Local ad notes guns available for rent at A. L. Hall's located at 1111 ay. The notice invites readers to inquire directly for rental terms and items available.

A. L. Hall’s

Governor Sheldon Bids to Resign Over Bank Guarantee Plank

Governor Sheldon demands explicit support for the bank guarantee plank or he will quit the ticket. He accuses Nebraska Republicans of omitting the issue and says voters deserve to know his stance before re election. Leaders resisted his demand after a tense, all night session.

Sheldon Nebraska

Veteran Circus Man Weds Nurse in Clarksville

John Robinson the veteran circus owner married Maud Logan a professional nurse in a private car in Clarksville Tennessee yesterday. Manager Dugdale reminds Seattle ladies that tomorrow is Ladies day at the ball park and free admission for women fans as the season nears its end.

Presa Nashville John Robinson Clarksville, Tenn Mias Maud Logan Dugdale Ladies of Seattle Ball Park

Thief Steals Forty from Webster Home on Listot Street

A man digging a cellar at 647 W List ot stole forty dollars from J W Webster and escaped as Webster chased him. Separate item notes shotgun shells loaded to order at A L Hall 1111 First Ave.

J. W. Webster Webster Chase A. L. Hall's

Campaign Costs Cited In North Yakima Primary

Sept 23 in North Yakima Juation H. Dowat filed his expense account claiming a five cent cigar for a business partner and a postage stamp for mailing a declaration from Lake Kachelus to the county seat. The itemization suggests a frugal campaign as Dowat seeks re election as jum ilee.

United Press North Yakima H. BH. Dowat Jumilee Lake Kachelus

Hearst Papers Link Maskell to Railroad Stock Deals

Hearst papers report Treasurer C N Maskell of the democratic national committee accused of involvement in questionable railroad stock transactions in New York. The piece claims Haw kell faced large broker accounts and that Bryan supporters suffered losses, while denying further comment. Melville E Ingalls, Big Four director, voices strong campaign support and questions Gov Haskell would raise if in his position.

United Press New York Hearst Papers Today C. N. Maskell Democratic National Committee Hawkell Bryan Melville EK. Ingalls Big Four Railroad Hrgan Gov. Haskell

Dogs May Ride On Street Cars Permit Rules

Hunters may take dogs on street cars with a permit from Supt Kempeter at Fifth and Pine. Present the dog at the front platform, pay 6 cents fare, and the dog rides during hunting season through March 1. Lap dogs ride free. only hunting dogs may ride aboard.

Supt. Kempeter Fifth and Pine

Ballard Mother Seeks Clarity Over Health Letter to Parents

A Ballard mother writes to discuss a health letter sent by teachers to pupils and parents. She cites a law she believes governs how health information is shared and requests guidance from the school. The item reflects local concerns about administrative procedures and parental rights.

Ballard Sino Avery Spd

Cops Assist Tag Day Sales Signal by City Police

Chief Ward directed patrolmen to aid the tag day effort this morning. Officers will ensure no hindrance to sales girls and inform themselves to reassure donors during information. The Christian Endeavor Society of the First Christian church supports the day by serving on the committee and aiding the sale.

Christian Endeavor Society of the First Christian Church

Worker Crushed Between Cars In Lake Washington Incident

N Adama a 53 year old laborer Nes remains in critical condition at Providence hospital after being caught between two cars yesterday afternoon at Lake Washington. He suffered a fractured skull and severe internal injuries and has not regained consciousness. doctors hold light hope for recovery.

N. Adama Nes Providence Hospital Lake Washington Will Charles Hila Wkull

Funeral for Mrs Edith Mank Whittard in Seattle

The funeral for Edith Mank Whittard, resident of Seattle for 20 years, who died Monday at Minor hospital, was held at 2 PM at Seattle Undertaking company chapel. Rev J P D Llwyd of St Mark's Episcopal church conducted the services. Interment followed in Lakeview cemetery. She was the wife of Herbert B Whittard a wealthy mining man of Nome.

Edith Mank Whittard Seattle Seattle Undertaking Company J. P. D. Llwyd St. Mark's Episcopal Church Lakeview Cemetery Herbert

Parcel bill opposed by Washington grocers convention

About one hundred members of the Washington State Grocers' Association gathered at the Y M C A auditorium in Bellingham for the ninth annual convention. President Charles R. Coon urged a united effort to defeat the pending post parcel bill in Congress.

United Press Bellingham Washington State Grocers’ Association Charles RE. Coon Port Townsend Coon Congress

Republican canvass planned statewide as campaigns launch

A King County precinct committee meeting is set for 1 o’clock in Evergreen hall to launch active campaign work. Senator Dolliver and Senator Beveridge plan Seattle visits in support of Taft. A Brighton Head gathering will organize a Bryan effort. Washington Republicans intend a thorough voter canvass by county central committees with districting. Democratic candidate John H Pattison speaks at Kent and Enumclaw tonight.

King County Evergreen Hall First Ay Senator Dolliver Laws Seattle Taft Beveridge Indiana Brighton Head Bryan Republicans of Washington John H. Pattison Kent Enumclaw

Taft At Geo Ade Farm Draws Wide Rural Crowd

In Brook Indiana on September 23 Taft spoke from a special brandstand to a large gathering at the farm of humorist Geo Ade. Ade hosted a fall dinner served in pails as Taft called Ade the Indiana waltan of Zulu and praised the crowd for a country party atmosphere. Taft’s tour continues for another 16 days.

Ade Taft

Woman Claims Earthquake Sensing Powers From 1906 Shock

Ada de Nile of San Rafael says she can sense and foresee earthquakes worldwide with a heightened subconscious sensitivity. She describes “feeling” tremors and sometimes visions of where disturbances will strike, dating her abilities to the 1906 California quake. Renowned scientists including Camille Flammarion and James H. Hyslop have shown interest, noting her health and educated background despite the unsettling nature of her gift.

Starsal Service San Rafael Ada de Nile Pacific Coast San Francisco Camille Plammarion Columbia College American Institute For Scient Research Edgar L. Lar Echo Mountain Ovatory Leon Elbert Landene de Nile California Mra. de Nile the Star

Window Break at Hinckley Jewelry Store Sparks Theft

A 17 year old, Joseph Kelley, chased after a crash of glass at H Grlver's jewelry in Hinckley block. Deputy Sheriff W Gowan tackled him as he ran. A display window at T J Carroll's 1107 Piret Ave was broken and a gold watch stolen. The recovered watch matched Carroll's property. Kelley has a prior Seattle record and faces burglary charges. A plumbing shop window was also broken during the same night.

H. Grlver Hinckley Joseph Kelley W. Gowannies Silver T. J. Carroll Piret Av Kelley Mr. Carroll Seattle James

Morrison Fund Contributions List

A list of donors to the Russell Morrison fund with small cash gifts. Names include Mrs Bertha Hanson Mrs A Gearhart Mrs W R Sanford Mrs M Malin Mrs M Rogers Frank Hamlin W Gearhart A K Hanson W Watterman H Fiddbraen and W S Hamlin with amounts ranging up to 26 cents or dollars as recorded.

Russell Morrison Fund Bertha Hanson A. Gearhart W. RR. Sanford M. Malin M. Rogers Frank Hamlin Wm. Gearhart A. K. Hanson W. Watterman H. Fiddbraen Hamlin

Would Prohibit The Clanman At Everett Open House

Reverend T. T. Cate led a protest by Everett’s colored ministry against the play The Clanman to be staged at the city open house next Monday night. Mayor Jones said he would review the matter and likely attend the Tacoma performance Sunday. if objectionable, he would oppose presenting The Clanman here.

Everett T. T. Cate Colored Mintetera Jones Tacoma

Daily Train Service Set From Seward In Alaska

J A Godwin receiver for the Alaska Central announces daily train service will run from Seward to a point 52 miles inland during the coming winter. He will depart tomorrow for Seward to oversee the operation, a move that eases travel for miners and operators entering or leaving the interior as winter starts.

Alaska Central Seward J. A. Godwin

Canal Tax Dispute Promises Court Action

County commissioners prepare to hear hundreds of taxpayers at 10 AM over the Lake Washington canal assessments. Ballard lumbermen threaten court action while protests must be filed by 6 PM today.

Lake Washington Canal Ballard

Lumberman John Fish Injured at Youngstown Mill

John Fish, a lumberman, was injured yesterday while at work in a mill in Youngstown when his left hand suffered damage at the machinery. His condition was not immediately reported.

John Fish Youngstown

Car Service Crisis Delays Passengers at Junction

Owing to a car shortage residents from Green Lake and Fremont line walked to the junction. A Wallingford avenue car halted there and dumped passengers before continuing to the barn. A Ballard car arrived packed, carrying 13 desperate, half-suffocated riders in a 46 passenger car.

Sige Ben Green Lake Wallingford Av Fremont Ballard

Jiarry J Kline Heads to Vanderbilt for Medical Course

Jiarry J. Kline, a prominent local newspaper man, departs tonight for Nashville Tennessee to begin a four year medical course at Vanderbilt College.

Jiarry J. Kline Newpaper Nashville Tenn Vanderbilt Colle Onoeets

Forger Separates Liteeh and Joseph Wil lama at Eagle's Cafe

A stranger passes worthless checks on People's bank to separate Liteeh of Eagle's Cafe and Joseph Wil lama of 6064 Thirday from 82 each. Police receive a description of the forger this morning. Washington September 23 treasury report shows receipts 1,864,578 and disbursements 2,340,000.

People's Ne Bank Liteeh Eagle Joseph Willama Washington Treasury

Hart Charged With Theft From Northern Pacific Roundhouse

William Hart a 27 year old shoemaker is held after officials identify brass stolen from locomotives in the Northern Pacific roundhouse. The value is listed as 150 dollars and the case proceeds to arrest.

N. P. Roundhouse William Hart Shoemaker Northern Pacific

Man Injured In Planing Machine Incident At Providence

A worker was caught in planing machinery and mashed beyond recognition, then removed to Providence hospital for treatment.

Providence Hospital

Forest fires threaten Centennial Heights village

Forest fires burning fiercely near Centennial Heights threaten the village. Men fight to save the town as heavy rains in Northern Michigan help halt spread and protect property worth thousands of dollars. The danger remains but easing after recent downpours.

United Press Calumet, Mich Centennial Heights Michigan

Vancouver Traction Opens New Street Car Line

Two large yellow trolley cars passed through Vancouver on the North Bank railroad last night drawing attention. They were ordered by the Vancouver Traction company for the Vancouver street car line and will enter service Thursday afternoon. The formal opening of the line is set for tomorrow at 3 o clock.

Vancouver Wash North Bank Railway Vancouver Traction Company

Conviction in San Francisco Immoral Import Case

Henry Willett was convicted in the criminal court here for bringing Margarete Ralse, a young French girl, into the United States for immoral purposes.

San Francisco Henry Willett Margarete Ralse

Nomination for California Supreme Court Associate Justice

Oakland report notes Judge Henry A. Melvin was nominated by the Republican state convention for associate justice of the California Supreme Court to fill the vacancy caused by Justice T. M. McFarland's death.

Oakland Cal Henry A. Melvin State Supreme Court T. M. McFarland

Garbage can violations land fines in police court

Twenty restaurant men and sweepers were fined two dollars each in the police court this morning for leaving garbage cans uncovered. Judge Gordon said the fines would be light for the first offense.

Gordon

Dufours Forfeit Bonds and Flee to Paris in White Slave Case

United States District Attorney Sims reports Alfonso and Eva Dufour, charged as heads of Chicago's white slave traffic, forfeited bonds of 50 000 and fled to Paris. Meanwhile the cod-fishing schooner Joseph Russ ran aground in mud flats near the Duwamish river and will be freed this afternoon. Steamship President, Captain Cousins, reached Frisco with 150 passengers and 2 500 tons of freight facing heavy head winds.

Chicago United States Sims Alfonso Eva Dufour Paris Duwamish River Joseph Russ Cousins Frisco

Joe Gans Prepares to Box Abroad for King Edward

Baltimore September 23 Joe Gans is to go abroad to box for the entertainment of King Edward and other monarchs. He has notified Dee Krone in Chicago that he is ready to start and it is probable they will sail within twenty days.

Baltimore Joe Gans Edward Dee” Krone Chicago

Worker seeks 30000 for loss of eyes after factory blast

Albert Magnuson, a laborer for the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway, sues in superior court for 30000 damages claiming a pre mature explosion at Easton on March 31 caused loss of both eyes. He alleges foreman J Johnson was grossly careless.

Albert Magnuson Easton Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway Co Milwaukee Read

Italian Fishermen On Trial For Salmon Fishing Violation

Five Italian fishermen stand trial before Superior Judge A W Frater for alleged fish law violations on June 11. They are accused of purse seining for salmon within three miles of the Duwamish mouth. The defense is Morris. state counsel is Deputy Prosecuting Attorney John H Murphy.

A. W. Frater Duwamish Wihb. Morris John H. Murphy

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