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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1906
Page
4
A fragment shows a dialogue about talking for pay versus talking for free. One character asserts telepathy could reveal thoughts, while another hesitates about being late and mentions a wife back home, hinting at a personal dilemma.
An analysis questions whether rising prices under trusts equate to real prosperity for workers. It notes price increases in meats, butter, eggs, clothing, and general goods, while wages may not keep pace. The piece argues genuine prosperity rests on fair rewards for labor, not higher profits for a few.
A fragmented column blends jokes about Josh Wise and Max Gorky with quirky notes on Seattle exoduses, a white-haired lawn scene in Madison Lake, and a Twain retirement hint. It weaves humorous bits, travel ad copy, and a Midwest letter from Ohio reflections.
Fire Marshal Kellogg writes to San Francisco seeking information on underground oil and gasoline tanks. He notes San Francisco allowed such tanks similarly and that their earthquake and fire experience could guide Seattle’s future regulation or prohibition of these tanks.
Examinations of applicants for repair work in the weather service will be held May 16. The vacant position is on the Port Crescent Tatoosh line. Also note late stock at Mrs Fraser's new store 120 Pike Street.
A property listing for the Edmonds Sea View Tracts carries an absolute guarantee of $500000. Details describe the land parcels, ownership, and terms of sale as part of a formal real estate notice.
A Seattle firm promotes Sea View subdivision near Edmonds offering 1 to 5 acre tracts from 150 dollars, with 50 to 100 dollar down and 10 to 20 dollar monthly payments. Tracts boast Puget Sound views, ocean breeze, and rapid access to Seattle and Everett, with promised perfect title and warranties.
The ecclesiastical trial of Dr Crapney for alleged heresy was continued today. The defendant claimed the right to think in terms suited to his conscience and said ordination vows do not compel him to conform to any single framework. Separately H P Rude seeks a receiver to liquidate Cooperative Home Builders association alleged to be operating illegally in the state, with a tontine-like scheme as its modus operandi.
Garvey-Tuchanan Company announces its store will donate one percent of all sales from now through April to relief funds aiding homeless residents in San Francisco. The move aims to ease the dire Gistress in the city and demonstrate community support.
Flo burns Armstrongs letters then discovers he plans marriage to Miss Millington. Jack confesses love, prods Flo to reclaim her fate, and urges her to keep her letters. The pair reminisce about rowing together and vow to be together as Flo resists burning memories.
The New London Ladies Tailor System is priced at $590 value but a special chart is available. The Star sells limited license charts to subscribers for fifty cents each at 1205 Seventh avenue between Union and University streets.
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