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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1906
Page
3
Among the lengthy roster of supporters are aristocratic names such as Tiffany Vanderbilt Boeyer Hellman and Heckman, reflecting broad backing for the unique charity.
Chicago judge Justice Charles H L Callahan presided over a Hyde Park police court appeal concerning preventing terriers from running loose in crowded neighborhoods. He ruled fox terriers were snappy and should be discarded to protect a child from being bitten.
Word from Governor Mead announces the appointment of H. K. Owens as delegate to the 14th National Irrigation Congress in Boise Idaho, which opens September 3. Owens’ credentials are with Secretary Yandel of the Chamber of Commerce and will be sent to Owens as soon as possible.
Secretary Yandel of the Chamber of Commerce received a letter from Frank H Hayes, manager of the Boston food fair, announcing the Retail Grocers' association annual fair will run October 1 to October 27. It aims to have Seattle represented, with only one other West Coast city, Los Angeles, included.
Patrolman Cameron's son Marry Cameron and Al Wilkinson shared a room in the California hotel with Jacob Vermaas. Vermaas alleges Cameron robbed him of 871 while he slept. Wilkinson was arrested. Cameron remains at liberty.
Port Townsend reports the steamer Beverie arriving with a cargo of railroad iron and supplies for the Great Northern. The vessel departed Sydney Cape Breton and proceeds to Seattle this morning.
At Paul dated Aug 24 1915 Dr John Neyer of Glasgow predicts the end of all sin on earth in October 1015 before the millennium. he warns turmoil will precede Christ’s rule over nations. Edgar’s charts trace fall of man to millennial dates.
An early morning blaze leveled EB L Rank sixes painting shop on Western Ave at 909. The fire caused damage totaling several hundred dollars to Reed Miller & Pease and the Chamberlain Company wholesale houses occupying adjacent space. The Seattle Marine Band had upper floor quarters and practiced until 10 pm. the upper floor burned after midnight. Cause remains unknown.
A midnight incident at Townsend Station involves two Japanese stowaways escaping on deck during the sea voyage. Read as a partially successful break, the event underscores ongoing searching efforts aboard the vessel.
A steamer Dakota stowaway slipped past barriers and watchmen to reach freedom undetected for hours. One stowaway later appeared a mile from town for food and was captured. a second remains missing as officials keep the incident secret to avoid spreading news.
Chelf Wappenstein investigates charges against Gayle drugeiet for selling intoxicants indiscriminately. A waiter allegedly entered the Bamg' t Yesler drug store at 2 46 am after saloons closed and obtained whisky. Patrolman Davis seized Duffy's pure malt whisky as evidence.
The Republican banquet in the Leach building is nearly sold out with about 1000 expected attendees. Levi Ankeny telegrams he will attend to respond to a toast titled The Was Delegation, as tables are arranged for full view of speakers. A restaurant receipt fragment appears at the end mentioning several checks.
Report notes Mies Geraldine Farrar, a famed American soprano in Berlin, received 48 marriage offers from 17 lieutenants, 23 captains, and eight majors since Christmas 1904. She rejected all. The emperor reportedly praised her in operatic roles, and four years earlier the crown prince courted her, an episode Farrar dismissed, prompting a reprimand from the emperor.
Hutchinson Bros who ran the National Stamp company in Colfax have surrendered the fight, packing prize articles and taking coupon books issued to local merchants. An appeal to the supreme court from Pierce County will test the constitutionality of the case.
Property on Bainbridge Island offering 1000 feet of waterfront with 7 acre orchard and 18 acres cleared priced at 6000 dollars. Compare the island’s value to Seattle and Long Island, with sale listing referenced as D-30 in care of Star.
Officials announce comprehensive application of the trading stamp law, detailing enforcement steps, compliance dates, and penalties for retailers. The measure aims to standardize stamp programs, protect consumers, and ensure fair practices across commerce.
The Seattle Hat Factory at 1710 Second Ave showcases a bold line of tall hats in soft and stiff styles. The shop promotes fashionable colors and the famed Bargar $2 quality, promising value with money back if not satisfied.
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