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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1908
Page
6
Rates for classified advertisements list "Situations Wanted" ads and show contact details. Ballard Agency at 6402 Ballard Ave opposite J Hall offers space. phone Ballard 306. Main Office on Seventh Ave between Union and University with numbers Main 1050 and Ind 441.
The page lists birth notices for December and August with names obscured by OCR errors, plus death notices mentioning hospital and individuals. It also includes barber and undertaker ads, rental listings, and various notices including helpers, rooms for rent, and miscellaneous sales.
A garbled street corner notice advertises Madame Pytlengrila and her clairvoyant tribe in Georgetown. It claims they read past present and future from cradle to grave, with consultation at Colonial Hotel and pricing details amid other trades and services listed in a crowded OCR block.
A crowded classified-style page lists farm acreage opportunities near cities and towns, with advertisements for homes and loans. It includes farm tracts of various sizes, mortgage and loan offers, and references to real estate firms, agents, and transfer services. Several entries mention five-acre tracts near communities, water access, and monthly payment plans, alongside promotional notes for optical and patent services.
A fragment advertises a mysterious performer with limited audience testimonials. The text mentions Beate and Sam.tom Head and lists a price of $1.00 for entry or access. The ad tone resembles a vintage theatrical promotion with unclear spelling and punctuation throughout.
President Lewis of the United Mine Workers declares enemies of labor are the worst for the movement. He vows to reveal the authors of a hostile pamphlet at the national convention, challenging investigations and noting his record as an official. He recently won leadership amid opposition by John H. Walker.
The Norwegian soprano Dahl appeared as soloist with the Beattie Symphony yesterday. Her vocal tone was well placed but lacked expressive depth and dramatic force. Grieg selections drew appreciation, yet the orchestra failed to achieve cohesive unity and inspiration.
Officials report a major waterfront development near Newey Tora Cir will double value in days as construction on a new facility nears completion. Prices for totes at the navy yard area climb amid signs of rising costs and heightened demand.
The Atlantic fleet under Rear Admiral Sperry passed Singapore yesterday though many ships were unavailable due to deaths slowing them. Signals indicated the Manila voyage remained an event in planning and not yet completed.
United Press reports Mason county superior judge V. Linn dies late Saturday night after several months of illness. He served ten years on the bench and was 45 years old. The obituary notes his long service and sudden passing.
A fragmented ad from Youngstown markets 18 minute services with $78 down and four plasterers available. It lists "Saath 'een Ten" and references a central office at 1141 in the heart of town, with a focus on quick sidewalk access and nearby blocks.
Numerous listings detail seven room, five room, and four room cottages and houses for cash or small payments. Close in sites near Ballard and Good Vorinesset sections advertise prices from 1 000 to 2 760 with terms, modern features, and proximity to Pioneer Square. DRAINARD JAKOBSON & CO lists 1490 Alaska Way as contact.
Exclusive listing on Queen Anne hill offers a premier view lot with terms 1000 down and balance easy payments. Nearby properties include a modern cottage with bath paneled fixtures and a two bedroom option, priced around 2400 with 50 cash and rest financed. Local brokers offer commissions with quick turnover and rentals at 22 a month.
A fragment describes selling land about miles south of Port Orchard for 600 dollars with nearby lots and buildings. The text is garbled but indicates a real estate sale offering 40 acres and neighboring plots. No dates or organizer names are clear.
A damaged financial statement describes cash deposits cashier's checks and special deposits. Names appear garbled but reference a bank in Washington with figures such as 0 and 47 million. The text shows a cashier's oath and notarization with signatures and dates that are unreadable.
Five room cottage on Wallingford street described with reception hall bath pantry two closets electric light and fixtures concrete steps and walk east front. Price 2780 terms 200 cash and 20 per month. Dixon and Co. North Green 28.
Scattered figures and phrases suggest a damaged listing with prices and lots. Mentions Rainier and Madhona Cara with vague cash figures, a 19 lot reference, and references to locations near ear line and Girahainay. Details are unclear and partially unreadable.
William Lanes of a contracting firm was badly injured in a street car crash at Hinton on the Maetlakeetreat Saturday. Other passengers, D Rolin and John Kiandel, sustained serious injuries but are expected to recover. Remaining persons are reported rapidly recovering by attending physicians.
Judge Morris in the superior court ruled Renton’s election must use stickers for candidate names, not printed names on ballots. The decision cites Renton as a third class city after November 18, delaying primary notice, and allows voters to place stickers per Hallinger’s Code amendment.
The Root investigation committee opens in Olympia with Supreme Court justices as witnesses and records to be reviewed. The group interviews court members and ethnographers, while the state law librarian and assistant are examined. The supreme court adjourned early with Judge Chadwick arriving tomorrow.
The piece reports on Chief Ward’s resignation prospects amid clashes with detectives over his leadership. Mayoral aides and supporters push for a new chief. Ward blamed for weak control and favors toward colleagues, described as “a good captain, but a poor chief.”
The mayor declares he will not tolerate illegal continuances or influence over policy and intends to take necessary steps to cure the police department’s current problems, even if difficult, to restore proper conduct.
A. G. Carmody of 830 Grove Street South Park surrendered to Game Warden H Rief this morning after three months as a fugitive. He was brought before Justice Carroll, fined 25 dollars plus costs, and his firearms were confiscated. Carmody had previously been arrested Sept 26 near South Park for shooting quail out of season. Deputy Hansen confiscated his gun and ammo and obtained a promise to appear, but Carmody fled to British Columbia before returning. He later wrote to Rief asking about his punishment, and Attorney Sanders arranged his surrender the next day.
Front page notes multiple vessels reaching San Francisco San Pedro and Tacoma with passengers cargo and schedules. Steamship City of Puebig Lordenskjold Shona Yak Fukol Maru and Yucatan appear among arrivals and departures. A drydock repair and harbor shifts are also recorded for Glory of the Beas and Fairhaven.
A muse meeting will be held Thursday evening at the Commercial club rooms to organize opposition to a restricted district between the east of First avenue and business and residence areas. Committees from Seattle south of Yesterway and West Seattle, including E. W. Way J. T. Ronald George A. Spencer J Frederic Thorne and EB M Carr, plan monthly subscriptions to fund the campaign.
President elect Taft lands in New York and will stay with his brother Henry Taft until tomorrow before returning to Washington. He plans a banquet address to the North Carolina Society tonight. In Ellenburg a lone robber shot the bank cashier in the arm during an attempted hold up and fled.
Optical firm Schuchard Optical Co offers pearl opera glasses at sale prices with a small deposit to reserve one. Limited stock of high grade French glasses available at 1207 2nd Avenue.
The document details Regigil Raymond stepping down from the Anti aloon league leadership amid a transition in the state league. It notes Boyd P. for the league election and references statements about Raymond and the campaign. It mentions Dr Rae and Doty in relation to succession and the broader party dynamics, with no clear resolution provided.
Star Special from Winnipeg reports the arrest of three women in an act of shoplifting. Police say they led a quartet of thieves moving goods, including silks and furs, across the border from the United States. Detectives believe they operated with others in America and wired Chicago News Omaha and Denver for help. Names Sophie Wilson A. M. Phillip Greenbaum Mathews are noted.
News account reports efforts by Dr. Frank to revive 26 people killed in a New prison incident. The board postpones their execution review until after three days lapse. Police patrols continue as authorities and clergy discuss the case and hold services.
Fragmentary notice references bankrupt stock and manufacturers in a terse classified context. The readable text hints at an inventory or liquidation item involving men’s goods and retail items, but lacks clear names, places, or dates to identify a definite action.
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