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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1908
Page
7
In Moscow Ida on April 16 practically every Protestant minister faced threats to face similar fate as Steinnenberg if they do not abandon their crusade against saloons and withdraw from anti saloon and prohibition party activities. The ministers received their warning as part of a broader pressure campaign.
Take boats at Pier 2 for ten round trips daily priced at 50 cents per round trip. The service advertises frequent crossings and a simple fare, inviting passengers to travel between the pier and nearby points.
A complete line of baseball and athletic goods is advertised by Hall's located at 1111 First Avenue. The notice highlights durable equipment for players, teams, and schools, inviting purchases and inquiries from athletes and coaches.
James Grant, described as past middle age, was fined 100 dollars and sentenced to 30 days on the chain gang by Police Judge Gordon for writing endearing letters to a young woman at the public library and threatening her life in a final message. Detective Frank Clark pursued the amorous case. Grant lived at the Miner hotel on Western avenue and was arrested there. A separate notice lists special excursions to Chicago, St. Louis, Omaha, and Kansas City with listed fares and sale dates through Portland and Salt Lake or Denver.
Hauser lake dam failure causes property damage estimated between 500000 and 1000000 dollars. Ranches suffer total losses as floodwaters sweep away livestock and ranch buildings. Craig reports wrecked houses and 28 miles of Great Northern track submerged, delaying railway traffic for two weeks.
Mice Adah Pratt of Washington DC and B Franklin Hoover of Chicago wed after Pratt spent 19 years silent with men and left a women’s community begun by Mrs Me Whirter of Texas. The Belden group barred men and taught marriage was sinful. Pratt joined after converting to the idea and later left the community with Hoover.
A two story Mabon building in Victoria BH was destroyed by fire yesterday causing an estimated loss of 100000 dollars. Fire crews battled the blaze though the structure was a total loss with no immediate report of injuries.
The crew of the cruiser Washington performed a minstrel show in Tacoma last night to entertain locals. The report notes a light, entertainment tone amid a busy state news roundup.
Catalog notes multiple apron designs with descriptions and prices. Listings include Mother Hubbard style in dark blue with white dots, a 25 cent white lawn apron with flounce, bretelles finished with hemstitching, and assorted gingham covers and embroidery details.
Julius Jasperson administrator of the estate of John Morris sey was found guilty by a jury before Judge A W Frater of forging a $47 voucher claimed to be signed by F C West as an appraiser of the state. Bond set at $1500 pending appeal. Penalty ranges from one to 14 years at Walla Walla.
The ad lists special prices on laundry gear including Folding Wash Bench, Ocean Wave Washing Machine, Folding Ironing Board, Extra Large Willow Clothes Hampers, Galvanized Wash Tubs with and without wringers, Sleeve Ironing Boards, Wash Boilers, Hardwood Towel Arms, "Royal" Wringer, various Washboards, Sad Irons sets, Hudson Folding Clothes Bench, and a Four- Clothes Drier.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a cross event and service ending, mentioning Bi and ongoing balance or ballot. Details are unclear but imply a ceremonial or organizational transition with a continuing effort.
A fragmented note references a mayoral election and contested vote in a local community. Officials urge clarity as residents seek details on candidates and polling dates amid a tense public discussion.
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