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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1908

Page

6

Want Ads Rate Card From Ballard Agency

The notice outlines ad rates for two consecutive days at 100 per line per day seven words per line. three consecutive days at one cent per word. one month at line rate. minimum ad charge 20 cents. It lists contact addresses Ballard Agency and Main Office with phone numbers and notes the Star cannot guarantee ad accuracy or responsibility for telephoned errors.

Ge Ger Ballard P. HL. Mullen City Hall Union University Main

Stockholders Meeting Aims to Increase Corporate Authorized Stock

Special notice to stockholders of the New York company announces a meeting at 118 Western Ave Beattie Washington to consider increasing the authorized capital and transact other legal business. Card of thanks expresses gratitude for support during bereavement. Also items include help wanted classifieds and rental notices from Beattie area with mixed listings.

New York Beatie Washington Sireetors

Consolidated Gold Mines Stock Trade Highlighted

A broker notes a single trade of 10,000 shares of Consolidated Gold Mines Co stock. The deal emphasizes a potential advantage for buyers, with the firm promoting the share as a strong opportunity.

Diverse Local Classifieds and Advertisements From 1917 Page

A dense mix of ads and notices covers furnitures, sewing machines, coal delivery, harnesses, poultry farm contact, rental listings, real estate, loans, and professional services. Items mention Cedar Creek Poultry Farm, Wainwright McLeod Inc, Canadian Bank of Commerce Mercer, and waterfront property near Alki Point with a prospective sale and financing terms.

Acreage Offers and Farm Land Prospects in Yakima Valley

Advertises multiple farm tracts for sale in the Yakima Valley with yields from 508 to 290 per acre in fruit and 600 to 1800 per acre in other crops. Claims favorable prices, financing options, and a long-established local brokerage, Denny & Ewart Alaska Building, inviting interest and inquiries.

Register Smith Defense Heard In Land Office Scandal

George Tucker and Ellen Auld deaths noted with funerals in Renton and Mount Pleasant cemetery. J Henry Smith faces malfeasance charges in a wide land office hearing. testimonies praise his character while others press alleged irregularities. The three day session ended with unresolved findings and Inspector Dixon preparing to depart for Spokane.

George Tucker Hutterworth & Sons Mount Pleasant Ellen Auld Presbyterian Church Renton J. Henry Smith Insed Tes Land Office Special Land Office Dixon Frank Twitchell The Land Office Lyman B Andrews Melivide Emerson Hammer Slout Smith Eliott Allen Frank 8. Randolph Kegleter Smith Torney George Fh Chapin Purinton John ¥. Miller Renee Tate Washington Spokane

Mrs Eddy backs a larger navy in new Christian Science stance

Mary Baker Eddy, leader of the Christian Science church, backs a bigger navy in the Christian Science Sentinel. She argues war is to be prevented and urges arbitration while acknowledging naval armament is necessary to preserve peace among nations.

Bobton Mary Haker Eddy Christian Defence Church Christian Science Sentinel

Careless Parent Is Punished for Court Defiance

John Stockwell was ordered to appear in juvenile court but did not attend. Judge A W Frater sentenced him to 10 days in county jail, rebuking him for neglecting his children and for frequenting saloons, noting it ruined his livelihood and led to his job loss.

John Stockwell A. W. Frater Judge Frater Stockwell Wes

Jewell Orchards Near North Veimnen and Weeenien

Readable text notes Jewell Orchards located about a mile from North Veimnen and several from Weeenien in the Northern Pacific area. Mentions water issues and farm layout with a care of trees for a family and two farms.

North Veimnen Weeenien Siane

Steamer Reliance Price Solicitation At Puget Sound

The notice advertises steamer Reliance from Puget Sound, listing fare terms at 166 down and 1.06 per day with round trip tickets available. It mentions a meeting under “yes ne” and invites readers to bring tickets of our events to the wharf at 61 Bpier and 410 Pier Bleek for George M. Garben & Co Inc.

Reliance Coleman Deek Columbie St Puget Seattle Wesse

Century Realty touts orchard tracts in Wanee Valley

Century Realty Co lists five acre tracts near Reston on the car line in the Wanee Valley districts with prices from 150 per acre up to 760. They promise abundant water, potential affluence, and easy terms including cash options and loans. Also advertised are a five acre Chicken Ranch at 617 First Ave and a large acreage near Coal House for 475 with cattle, all in a Times block listing.

Renton Acre Reston Lewis

For Sale Eee Bick Patag Weirs in Sis City

Real estate listing note shows sale of eee Bick patag weirs in Sis City with contact details obscured. Property details insufficient but indicates public sale listing across the local market.

Real Estate Deals Across multiple Seattle Area Listings

Multiple property ads describe lots and acreages for sale near Eagle Harbor and Bremerton Navy Yard area. Includes two cleared lots for 275.60, ideal home sites with streams, fruit trees, and 1% story homes. several 4-room houses on small lots. two 7,600 and 1,106 dollar corner lots with view options. rental and installment terms offered. brokerage listings from HM Orr & Co, Johnston & Co, and others with locations on Alaska Street, Colman Building, and Marion District.

HM. Orr & CO. Inc Alaska Big

Tacoma and Return Land Sale Offer Near City

A real estate notice promotes a land parcel south of the city with a simple drive, level ground, nearby stores and college, offered by NATIONAL LAND CO. It claims easy terms and suggests the property will double in value by payoff time, inviting readers to call Bundey Sunday evening at 6 to 8 48 p.m. for details.

Bundey Ana

Century Realty Co Listing at Beattie Peak

Century Realty Co offers a listing at 1015 Alesha Building on Beattie 156 with easy terms near Ninth and California Avenue.

California Ave Om Beattie Century Realty CO Alesha Bidg

Century Realty ad listings for acreage and land sales

A flood of 1916 era real estate blurbs offers multiple acreages for sale near Sunnydale and Auburn including ten acres, eight acres cleared with water, near interurban rail lines, with terms like half cash and easy balance. Also mentions a 425 dollar one acre bargain with down payment and monthly terms, plus various quotes from Century Realty Co and Wheeler firm listings and notes on land suitable for gardening, strawberry raising, and city access.

Acheol Tacoma

Brand new seven roof elegant home on Madrone rides

Realty notice describes a brand new seven room residence with an excellent view and modern amenities on Madrone rides. It mentions surrounding orchards and a strong asking price. calls for interested buyers to investigate promptly with Realty Loan & Banking Co at S24 Third Ave and phones Ind. 4070 or Main 6559.

Alki Point Amalleuidgh Real Ty Loan Anking CO James Fleer Rive Acura Loan & Banking Ciese Te Medrone Cleget Pete Madrone Queen Anne REALTY LOAN @& BANKING

Waterfront home with large grounds on county reed

For sale by owner many rural properties with 4 to 5 rooms and big lots. Listings include a Yakima river near Cle Blum 20 acre ranch style farm with house, barn, implements, cattle and poultry, plus smaller parcels in Ballard and Rainier Beach. Prices range from low thousands with easy terms and down payments. Contact local brokers and owners for details.

Yakima River Cle Blum

Policeman Arrests Second Speeding Suspect

William Folberth, who says he is an automobile expert, was arrested at 11 o clock last night by Patrolman Hughett for exceeding the 12 mile limit. Folberth posted $25 bail and will be tried under state law in Judge Gordon's court next Monday afternoon.

William Folberth Hughett Folbert

Have you a job for this man

George F. Parker known as Hilly the News appeals on the Beattie street for work. He says he is an American citizen and hungry, capable of any job from elevator operator to typewriter, and asks why being crippled bars him from employment. He claims honesty from the mayor down but cannot find work.

George F. Parker George Beattie

Market Hits Good Business On Fine Day

Large turnout at the public market with high demand for produce. Lambs fresh for sale as spring arrives while prices show bargains on rhubarb peas salmon beef potatoes dates fruit and baked goods with several items discounted for shoppers.

Cascade View Addition Sale Auction Notice

Take the Washington street car for auction sale beginning at 11 o clock Monday the 13th Mutual Realty Company at 304 Pioneer Ridge runs the notice.

Washington St Mutual Realty Company Pioneer

Judge Orders Cole to Stop Kissing Girl in Holy Roller Case

Judge Gordon tells Cole to desist from kissing a 14 year old girl in a case arising from alleged religiously motivated acts at the Apostolic Faith church. The court views the conduct as improper for a grown man and the state prosecutes the improprieties cited by Detective Clark and the girl's mother.

H. M. Cole Gordon Cole Clark Martha Anzleman Apostolic Faith Church Holy Roller Church Minor Av Testi

Divorce Judgments Shuffle Names and Alimony Pleas

Women secured divorces before Judge Frater as none of the men appeared for hearings. Rosettle Stone must pay $26 monthly for five children while the others renew or revert surnames, including Hilda Mossier and Laura Edwards. Several cases cite alcohol abuse and mistreatment as grounds.

A. W. Frater Superior Court Rosettle Stone Charles E. Stone Hilda Mossier J. L. Mossier Milwaukee Wis Lillie Jones

Young Hold Up Sentenced to Penitentiary

J. J. Whaten also known as J. J. Cook pled guilty to holding up Francis and taking 202.75 dollars on December 5, 1907. In Superior Court Judge A. W. Frater sentenced the 17 year old to an indeterminate five to twenty year term at the state penitentiary, denouncing the rising trend of youths committing robberies.

J. J. Whaten J. J. Cook Walla Walla Oh Francis Whaten A. W. Frater Frater Whalen

Merry Widow Makes Trouble In Court

Miss F A Hickman sues milliner Mrs Jane Doe Keating for 15 dollars over a Merry Widow hat bought for a concert ending in dissatisfaction. Hickman alleges payment with a clause to reclaim if unsatisfactory and seeks restitution.

F. A. Hickman Jane Doe Keating Miss Hickman

First DAR Chapter Contributes to Chamber Fund

Lady Sterling chapter of the Daughters of American Revolution became the first fraternal group to contribute to the fund for entertaining the American feet. The contribution was accepted yesterday morning by the Chamber of Commerce.

Lady Sterling Chapter Daughters of American Revolution Chamber of Commerce

Missing Moran’s chipper Dan Wright sought by police

Dan Wright aged 20 a chipper at Moran's has been missing from his home at 918 10th avenue south since April 5. Police have been asked to locate him.

Dan Wright 10Th Av. S

Mascot Goat Joins Washington Cruiser in Seattle Ceremony

A goat was secured from Queen Anne hill and presented to crew members of the cruiser Washington this afternoon. The transfer occurred at the Seattle Commercial Club rooms in a fitting ceremony conducted by officials.

Washington Queen Anne Hill Seattle Commercial Club Rooms

Antifius Remedy Promised to Heal Aging Blight

A cryptic ad-like notice touts Antifius Deeih to Mair as a cure for a long standing disfigurement. The language promises removal of blemish without fear, presenting an unusual historical patent style claim.

Antifius

Battleships ride from Pier 2 on ten daily trips

Take boats at Pier 2 for battleships tours with ten round trips each day priced at 60 cents per round trip.

Pier 2

Deportation Ordered for Murderer Chin Bak

Chin Bak a Chinese detainee who killed Hom Nom in Mare 1 was examined by a commission yesterday and pronounced insane. He will be sent to China at once.

Chin Bak Ats China

Bargain Sale at Hubbell Company Draws Police Action

Police assisted at a bargain sale at the Hubbell company on Pike Seventh Avenue as a crowd of about 80 gathered around advertised goods. Customers tried to rush the counter. officers detained several women and released them with warnings after ensuring order.

Pete the Hubbell Company Pike Cesar Rimands

Cigar Store Robbery Reported In Local District

Patrolman Waller reported a theft at a cigar store where candy owned by T Ballinger was broken into and a small quantity of goods taken yesterday. The incident details remain unclear but point to a possible break in.

Waller T. Ballinger

High School Students Attend Dance at Christensen’s Hall

The Seattle school paper reports high school students were guests at a school dance last night at Christensen’s hall. Dancing led the program with lively performances by talented youths.

Seattle Christensen’s Way Hall

Alleged Thief Granted Habeas Corpus, North Dakota Case

A defendant named Schaefer, charged as a horse thief in North Dakota, gains habeas corpus relief as Gov. Albert E. issues arguments about requisition to the prison. The case centers on prisoner transfer and legal procedures.

Tudge A. W Fraterernoon Schaefer North Dakota Albert E

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