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Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1906

Page

8

Trouble Brewing Over Official's Meddling

Shipping men in Port Townbend accuse Inspector Robinson of improper interference in their business. They cite cases at Nadiek and aboard the Pharos and allege he advised sailors and pressed damages actions. Local brokers and masters call for his transfer, while a later note hints at real estate ads on Page 6.

Port Townbend P. Robiinson Immigration Service Riree Rebinson Tonkin Fritith Bart Pharos Nadieek Robinson Thie Illnets Rebineen Celtie Mor Nh Robincen le

Lumber Dealers Struggle as Lumber Shortage Bites Coast

Local lumber dealers report inability to obtain new lumber for yards and to meet trade demand. Manufacturers cite strong regional demand and premiums offered for immediate shipments, obscuring true availability and current Puget Found prices.

Puget Ieeas

Lumber Freight Rates Rise Amid Sailor Strike

Coast manufacturers complain about high freight prices caused by a sailors strike reducing lumber freighters. Only 26 boats now run lumber along the coast, down from twice that number months ago. The new August 1 list shows lumber dimensions up slightly, with scarcity of timbers and melting costs blamed for the hike.

Saree Comminston

Mustn't Smoke in Public Tends to Backfire

A terse public notice warns that smoking in public places is prohibited. The sign underscores enforcement expectations and clarifies penalties to deter violations and protect patrons.

City Board Proposes Public Conduct Rule for Teachers

Aug 11 in BPOKANMD the city board of education weighs adding a rule to section 86 prohibiting teachers from indulging in public liquor or tobacco. Mayor Daggett says the aim is to prevent teachers from setting a bad example, while Supt J A Tormey notes some faculty are discreet and expects the rule to pass.

City Board of Education Daggett J. A. Tormey

Summer Street Fashions Feature Mousseline Gowns

In New York on August 18 a fashion note highlights mousseline de soie gowns for morning wear dinner dresses and street dresses. A violet shade street dress model shows heavy mousseline over taffeta with princess line and an overskirt that falls over a tall Spanish flange with tight tucks and a wide hem. The corsage features an elaborate shoulder piece fastened by jeweled buttons and draped sleeve effects echo the overskirt motif.

New York

Republicans Determined to Reelect Roosevelt

Representative Campbell of Kansas returns from a West tour and says Republicans are quietly determined to renominate and reelect President Roosevelt. He notes the public believes Roosevelt will not seek a third term, yet the sentiment seems overwhelming and may force him to accept.

Washington Campbell Kaness West Roosevelt

Jerome Takes Up New Glue About White Studio Call

District Attorney Jerome asks Hattie Forsythe to name the chorus girl who visited White's studio with two friends the day before the shooting by Evelyn Thaw. Fiorenze Ziegfeldt confirms Forsythe’s tale of a call mentioning Mr Harry Thaw.

New York Hattie Forsythe Alwave Evelyn Thaw Jerome White Thaw Fiorens Ziegfeldt Anna Held Europe Ziegfeldt Shaw Harry Thee Gila Harry Thaw

Safe and Sane Investments for the People

An ad promoting the German Savings Building and Loan association invites deposits with high returns for stockholders. It claims investors earn 12 percent through real estate loans while deposits grow to double after seven years. Contact secretary Chas Gener at 416 Rotley Building for details.

German Savings, Building and Loan Association Ths Chas, Gener Rotley Building

The Star Subscription Call Back Request

If you miss delivery by six, call the main office between six and seven to receive a copy. If you miss it again, telephone each time to ensure perfect service. The Star Publishing Co.

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