City Officials Oppose Five Cent Fare Increase
Councilman Erickson and city officials plan to urge the public service commission in Olympia Friday against a state bill that would let traction firms raise fares above five cents. Seattle leaders argue cities have the right to adjust fares with operators within their boundaries, despite city plans to buy and run the local car system on current fare levels.
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Oliver T. Erickson
Meter and Utilies
Thomas Mur Phine
Public Service Commission
Olympia
Seattle
PHONE GIRLS STRIKE VOTE BEING COUNTED
The coast wide telephone strike vote is being counted in San Francisco. Local leaders have not received instructions on enforcement steps. The "hello girls" seek a wage scale of two dollars daily for beginners and the first two years, then four dollars daily thereafter. A postmaster general Burleson’s alleged refusal to answer demands helped trigger the strike vote.
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San Francisco
Hello Girls
Burleson
Skagit Power Franchise: Gorge Creek Drilling Favored
Skagit city utilities committee on Thursday proposed a 20000 exploration grant to test Gorge creek as a dam site for the 5500000 Skagit power project. Counsel said current law bars spending on exploration at Diablo and Ruby creeks, seen by some as better options. The panel insisted Gorge creek be thoroughly tested before funding other sites due to bedrock drilling delays.
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Diablo
Ruby Creek
Wife testifies husband struck her after meal request
Mrs. Lillian Perry of 1670 Becond Ave W says she asked her husband George Perry for lunch money for herself and their 11 year old son and was hit in the face at the White Launch intersection. Deputy District Attorney Col C C Dalton says soldiers will testify. Perry faces a charge of non support under the last husband bill.
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George Perry
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Justice Court
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Perry
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Decision and character from swift choice guidance
A brief reflection on making quick decisions. It suggests acting on first impressions relieves care and builds character, noting that strength comes from decisive action. The text references coats and streets as incidental imagery.
Mister Enoch Arden in Local Court Case
Andred M. Dana had two wives after marrying a second time thinking his first wife was dead. A letter from the first wife showed she was alive, like in the Enoch Arden tale, and Superior Judge Tallman Thursday annulled the second marriage. The judge also suggested a divorce from the first wife on desertion grounds so Dana could remarry Cynthia M. Dana.
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Enoch Arden
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Tallman
Dana
Cynthia M. Dana
Last-Minute Candidacy Attacks Meier Opponent
Seattle voters face a fast moving council race with three seats to fill and one corporation counsel contest. Walter F. Meter, unopposed in the primary, now meets Fred Kapp on the general election ticket. Incumbents Hickman Moore, C B Witegerald and RK Thomson seek re election against Proctor Levi and Gallant.
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Polla Quey
councilmamMe
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Fred Kapp
Wm. Hickman Moore
C. BH. Witegerald
RK. H. Thomson
R. L. Proctor
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Public hearing on watershed proposal draws protest from officials
A public hearing on a watershed measure prompted protests from King County Medical Society trustees and area residents. Beattie supporters argued the Cedar River watershed road serves few people and threatens water safety, urging officials to oppose bill 185. Concerns cited include land and timber investments, strict local ordinances, and road alignment near the Cedar River for about 12 miles.
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King County
Beattie
Cedar River
Washington
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Hobart
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Kerriston
Preston
Mayor Rolph Heads to Washington for Conference
Ban Francisco reports Mayor Rolph left for Washington to join the governor and mayor conference called by President Wilson to address unemployment and business conditions. The naval appropriation bill of about 900 million dollars was favorably reported to the Senate.
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Rolph
Washington Today
Wilson
Washington
Senate
Trial Package Sent Free for Tinting Hair Brown
Tired of streaky gray hair. Hirewnatone promises a beautiful brown shade or black if desired. Send 10 cents for postage and packing to receive a free trial bottle of Hrown stone and a hair care booklet by mail only. Mention shade desired when ordering.
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Kenton Pharmacal Co
Covington
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