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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1922
Page
8
An early operated cotton picker tested in Little Rock Arkansas could end hand picking. Mounted on a tractor, the device powers itself and uses brushes to gather cotton through a vacuum then dust and moisture are removed before storage. Nine picker heads allow nine rows per trip, claimed to triple the speed of hand picking and yield higher grade cotton.
Alfred H Lundine argues against Oliver Erickson's street car fare plan, defending a lower rider cost while criticizing tax funding proposals. He accuses Erickson of misrepresentation, defends local merchants, and warns Seattle voters about higher taxes and stalled building projects if the measure passes. He cites business leaders and unions, and urges a "No" vote to support cheaper fares and local investment.
A planing mill in Warrenton burned last night with damage estimated at 10000 dollars. The fire origin remains undetermined as investigators sort through the blaze.
White lace edged shelf paper five yards for a cent. Woolnap blankets 64 by 76 inches priced at 3.49 a pair. Bleached pillow cases 42 by 36 inches and heavy pillow cases 45 by 36 inches six price 30 cents. Seamless bed sheets 81 by 90 inches 1.25. Crochet bedspreads 72 by 83 inches 1.95. 116 inch crash toweling ten cents per yard. Turkish towels 21 by 42 inches twenty five cents.
Mothers display pride as babies go out for daily airing. The listing offers coats and capes from 3.95 to 10.00, silk comforts at 6.95, wash Bonnets 0.50 to 2.95, quilted linings, and carriage blankets in pink blue or white.
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