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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1907
Page
4
Subscription information for the Ballard Star printed in Seattle appears with mailing details and notices about delivery, subscription expiration, and customer service contacts. The text requests subscribers to report changes and ensure uninterrupted delivery for accurate service.
Citizens urge unity behind Mayor Moore as Seattle enforces saloon laws. The license committee seeks to strip the mayor of bond approval power for licenses, sparking criticism of political meddling and demanding nonpartisan law enforcement. Public welfare should trump politics.
Paul Bourget notes American service workers treat customers as equals, a democratic trait he finds infuriatingly novel in France. He contrasts brisk urban familiarity with French notions of deference, calling the American system a republic where all who serve are on par with those who are served.
A historical note warns against the spotted man, asserting the folly of attempting reform, and emphasizing the will of a surety as unchanging and firm.
City clerk Co O Pleming writes to the Comptroller Carrall asking if a smoke passage exists in the Great Northern tunnel project. The Great Northern Railway has petitioned to build a tunnel under Spokane to reach its station.
A column features star dust, jokes, and cartoons from The Daily Star with jabs at public figures and Mr Wise. Cartoonist Renfro is praised for up to date wit blending common sense with humor, while notes on Weakly and a hotel for women spark lighthearted lines.
The passage cautions against offering honoraria prematurely to a porter on a trip to California. It suggests that better recall comes from planting after harvesting, signaling a metaphor about timing and reward. The text ends with a note that it is to be continued.
Auction note lists ladies garments described as extra heavy vests and pants in ecru color. Items labeled Special with grade at gc. Likely a catalog or sale notice brief with limited readable detail.
Nearly all domestics go out now at a ten percent discount with a few special bargains quoted. Traymore Percales and mill end fabrics are offered at low prices, with hefty blankets and table damask in limited specials. Blanket described as the heaviest in the state, brown color, priced low. warm coverings and other fabrics heavily discounted.
An advertisement lists discounts on fabric goods from a department store. Black Mohair Sicilian, 52-inch Broadcloth, Roxana and other materials are reduced from quality prices to sales pricing. The notice emphasizes percentage savings and multiple fabric types with new lower prices.
A fragment notes a shop quote about Silk and Wash Taffeta, signaling a textile sale moment. The line hints at a store display or debate over fabric choices with Silk referenced alongside Wash Taffeta.
Salome Grant travels from Medford to Shadbrook at Bernice's urging. Max Hargrave returns, confessing love after gossip blamed him for Dell Fitzhugh's heartbreak. Salome and Max confront feelings amid secrecy, questionable motives, and a looming decision as Max seeks reconciliation.
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