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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1909
Page
8
A Chinese sailor aboard Maru endures two days bound by a tied giue and fastened pigtail while his fate remains uncertain. The bound man sits by a stanchion as onlookers and crew watch for relief or rescue as authorities weigh the implications of the侘 misunderstood fate.
A. V. Bouillon, city utilities head, declined to approve the Twenty third avenue franchise ordinance for Seattle Electric until safeguards are inserted. The ordinance was sent back with recommendations to limit passengers, control freight, install city wires, and schedule service under public works oversight. Bouillon emphasizes a clear standard of service.
The Moore theatre hosts The Alaskan with a strong cast led by Beattie and Martindell to a well pleased crowd. Grand presents Shores Acres a noted stage piece with Archie Boyd as Nathaniel Berry and Claude Gouraud as Artin Berry. Seattle shows The Cowboy and the Stampede and Under the Red Robe at Lois theatre. Moving acts include Third Avenue Runaway Honeymoon with Allen Curtie Co. and local items from Nome. The Reliable Transfer moves to 610 First avenue and offers storage and prompt service.
Raven Drug Co offers prescription service at 1412 Second Ave, emphasizing accuracy, reliability, and right pricing for customers.
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