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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1907
Page
5
A man boarding at 612 High Sites reported that Putney confronted an intruder in Mr Herren's room after a break in. During the struggle Putney lost his hat and jumped from a window to flee. Authorities believe motive was robbery amid idleness and expect the matter to be resolved without further action.
The report details ongoing terminal and slip construction along the waterfront. Great Northern and Northern Pacific crews extend tracks and fill toward the city south boundary while leaving a tide opening near Holgate for movement. Dirt is sourced from Denny site as work continues.
The market page notes a continued drop in prices with cautious activity from buyers and sellers. It reports lower prices for oranges and other fruits, and mentions scattered large orders arriving for sale at reduced rates.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a turkey roaster and various food items with unclear context. The lines include mention of meat, batter, and draft notes about preparation but lack a coherent event or identifiable entities.
Attorney J Grover of a town will face charges heard in court next Tuesday as the case proceeds.
Enjoy a pleasant evening with dancing at the teec Park Pavilion. Wagner's Orchestra provides the music on the beat floor in the city. Ladies enter free. gentlemen accompanied by a lady may attend without charge.
Robert J. Boehm owner of a Hillman City pool room and bar was arrested by Detective Corbett and Humane Officer Clark for selling liquor without a license. He was released on $100 bail.
At the church annual meeting RK H Thomson and L T Turner were reelected elders Robert Campbell and Andrew co elected new elders Irving T Cole and Alver Robinson reelected deacons Membership stands at 604 Financial reports show a healthy condition with construction of the Duwamish chapel at Meadow Gardens costing 953.60 and Woodland Park church costing 2746.75 Total contributions for the year reach 16160.74.
Harry Shaw, a druggist of Southeast Seattle, was arrested without a license or prescription. Detective Sam Corbett and Truant Officer Ketchum made the arrest. Shaw faces a hearing Saturday at 8 30 am.
The Olivetational church formally dedicated with Rev. Samuel Greene presiding and Rev. H C Mason delivering the dedication sermon. Sidney Strong began a subscription and the building debt of 200 dollars was cleared. Rev. Rufus W Fletcher served as pastor and helped build the edifice with his own hands. Agnes Remedy amended suit against Seattle Electric for 5000 dollars, alleging injury from a Fremont Ballard car last October due to abrupt starting by the company.
An evening dance program at Leech Park Pavilion features a city event with a musical program. Gentlemen and ladies enter free while the audience enjoys the performances.
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