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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1906
Page
8
A historic shift declares public service corporations are tenants in the streets with no property rights, signaling a new era where public needs guide future privileges. The era aims to curb two great evils and ensure services serve the public at large.
The Cleveland street railway dispute over the past years highlights a shift in how public service franchises are granted. The public now demands direct public approval and recognition of public consent in franchise terms. The carnage of political influence and overcapitalization has spurred lessons in transparency and accountability and a move toward voter involvement in grant terms.
A historical analysis argues that street rights hinge on strict franchise terms not implied privileges and that public must oversee utility books. It contends that open records, campaign finance transparency, and scrutiny will curb watered stocks, improve service, politics, and rates for Cleveland residents.
Advertises yardage priced at 79 cents to $3.50 with items described as heavy quality linen damask in ivy and clover motifs. Includes 72 inch pure linen bleached damask, extra heavy damask cloths, lunch cloths, and 20x20 inch damask napkins, noting import origin and assorted sizes.
Fragmentary list notes a record brand with a 12 inch brass element and items like cloth and polecless kind. Mentions Boxweed and brane edge terms unclear. No clear event or person identified.
Olympia August 29. Governor Mead issues proclamation calling general elections on November 5 and declares next Monday, Labor Day, a holiday.
New arrivals feature leather portieres ideal for dividing rooms and screening areas in homes and offices. Styles suit bay windows and overdoors, with grilles and valances as alternatives. Shown in light green dark green terra cotta natural and red priced 6.75 10.00 12.50 and 15.00 with one design pictured and described.
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