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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1906
Page
4
The Star condemns Seattle gas deposits used as working capital by Lane and associates. It argues for public ownership of gas works to stop extortion, noting past efforts that lowered rates but left overcharges and high bills for residents. It calls for a transparent audit and reform.
The article argues wedding presents to Miss Alice Roosevelt should be voluntary and unregulated, noting her age and independence from her father. It suggests protest is appropriate if desired by Alice or her family and cites her acceptance of gifts from foreign dignitaries as evidence of amiability. It also reports a relief drive for the Parker family from Monterey who arrived on the Valencia and now seek aid.
An inspector offered a prize for the best answer to which is the sweetest instrument during a music exam. A boy named out waved and muttered asking for attention and finally answered a "taffy whistle" and won the wixpence prize.
January reports from Gates Mille Oregon and Sugar Creek Kentucky foretell continued cold weather through February and March. Residents Jake Painter Mia Susan Devers and others claim the season will be unusually severe with wood shortages noted. In Virginia and nearby towns, residents mark signs of a harsh winter and heavy animal fur, while Stephen City notes widespread expectations of a hard season.
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