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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1907
Page
4
William A. Brewer, president of the Washington Life Insurance Co, pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge in New York. He faces sentence next Tuesday after being indicted on two counts, including perjury.
Fifteen thousand dollars is being spent on the steamer Leeianaw now at King et dock. Engine and boiler rooms are being altered and she will resume business in about 16 days carrying lumber to California. A Japanese man refused admission into Canada died by self harm from the Montara at Everett yesterday afternoon. he is being sent back via San Francisco for treatment. Owners with temporary licenses have been notified to return them to inspectors Whitney and Turner.
The city council committee discussed the Union Pacific franchise last night and nearly approved it. A brief postponement to include regulations for overhead bridges and other detail agreements delays return for a final favorable recommendation. UP plans to begin work soon and expects to reach Seattle in about 18 months.
Olympia April 26 An important opinion equivalent to instructions to assessors of the state discusses private banks and appraisal standards. The article outlines how assessors should value private banking properties and related assets under existing statutes.
A promotional note extols Daniel Fuhrman the tailor at 1016 Second Avenue saying his spring suits are a safe choice with perfect workmanship and reasonable pricing. The ad emphasizes reliability and good value in tailoring services.
The state tax commission directs assessors to follow the 1897 law for valuing private banks. It requires banks to report monetary assets, using the general average of funds as a basis. If bankers withhold information, an arbitrary reassessment may be imposed.
A playful ad describes tea as a small cup containing rest and stimulus and notes a grocer will refund money if Seniiiing's Beet is not satisfactory. The message blends whimsy with a consumer assurance offer from the grocer.
The listing notes a new two tone color scheme for Bilka products with a check Taf eta Blik pattern in black and white eight checks. The description emphasizes updated styling and design details for the line.
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