Franchise Fight Rests On Cheap Gas Franchises
After a six week pause the corporations committee will reexamine the American Improvement Company's gas franchise to supply gas at 85 cents per 1000 cubic feet. Many council members favor granting a competitive franchise or none, citing overpricing by the current monopoly and high bills despite a reduced rate. Councilman Murphy plans to propose a county gas inspector to prevent consumer robbery and ensure gas quality and proper metering.
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Corporations Committee
Beattle
American Improvement Company
New York
Haa Dia
Murphy
Commutes Croney Sentence. Four-Year Term Set
The sheriff's office in Colville received notice that J. E. Croney’s manslaughter sentence for killing J. Lyons at Northport has been commuted to four years. Croney was originally sentenced to 17 years in the penitentiary.
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Colville
J. E
Pat) Croney
Croney
J. Lyons
Northport
Barber Union Appeals to Gov Mead to Preserve Sunday Closures
The barbers union circulates a state petition to Gov Mead protesting any repeal of the Sunday barber shop closing statute. Supporters expect widespread signing as proprietors press to regain Sunday opening privileges.
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Barbers’ Union
Gov. Mead
Et In
Insurance Banquet for Seattle Branch Attended by Notables
The Seattle branch of Conservative Life Insurance Company hosted a banquet at the Butler hotel with Beattie and Tacoma business leaders, agents, and other life insurance men. Vice President Tupper of Los Angeles delivered remarks on life insurance, company growth, and Seattle’s opportunities along the coast.
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Seattle
Conservative
Life Insurance Company
California
Beattie
Tacoma
Butler
Tupper
Los Angeles
Cal
Cattlemen Seek Land Reform in Congress
In Congress a land reform measure would repeal the 160 acre homestead law for Colorado and the western half of South Dakota. It would substitute a 640 acre homestead filing option. Cattlemen hope to acquire large tracts for grazing rather than farming.
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Washington
Congress
Colorado
South Dakota
26 Percent Discount on Men’s Heavyweight Underwear
RB N Brooks Co at 1931 Second Ave advertises a 26 percent discount on men’s heavyweight underwear. The notice highlights sale pricing and the retailer’s location for shoppers.
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RB. N. Brooks @ Co
Second Ave
EB. N. Brooks & Co
Becond Ave
Clapp Bill Aims To Curb State Fund Deposits
Olympia senator Benator Clapp introduces a bill regulating state fund deposits and bank exposure. The measure would bar state funds from staying in any bank beyond the bank’s paid-up capital, citing Capitol Bank of Olympia with 250000 capital and up to 1750000 in deposits. Also reported is Alex Zachman’s committal to the insane asylum after his wife’s death, per Superior Judge Frater.
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Clapp
Olympia
Wash
Tan
Benator Clapp
Jeffermen
Stati Shaila
Capitol Bank
Tle
Dexter Horton Damk
Theattie
New York
Alex Zachman
Frater
Catarrh of the stomach treated with Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets
Catarrh of the stomach is described as common and stubborn with full bloating after meals and sour risings. The advised cure is daily tablets containing Diastase Aseptic Pepsin Nux Golden Seal and fruit acids sold as Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets. A testimonial from R. & Workman of Chicago endorses relief after use.
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Darlanson
Stuart
Bradley on Trial for Burglary in Lake Washington Case
The state rested its case against Albert Bradley a theology student accused of breaking into J T Sipe's home at 1211 Hill Street on September 24 and stealing clothing and items. Evidence tied the loot to Bradley and Sipe alleged prior thefts, with Bradley's confession reportedly denied by the court.
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Albert Bradley
Bradley
J. T Sipe
Hill Street
Sipes
Lake Washington
Adama
Corbett
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