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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1908
Page
8
Health officer Dr. Frank E. Hourns reports progress on sanitation amid the waterfront’s peculiar conditions. Since work began city blocks leveled, garbage cans placed, rubbish removed, buildings razed, and a large rat bounty paid as 17 348 rats were received at sanitation headquarters with expenses listed in the tally.
John K. Humphries told a Lewis Hall audience that Beattie era graft spans city county offices. He cited defalcations in the sheriff, treasurer, city treasurer, and comptroller offices totaling over 250000 dollars with more unaccounted losses, calling for voter rejection of the same leaders.
In Alameda, Rev F C Macfarland blasted an appellate ruling in the Sechmite case from the First Christian Church pulpit. He called the decision harmful to civic virtue and praised Justices Hall Cooper and Kerrigan for their roles in the matter.
A reflective note recalls enduring a sequence of disasters the earthquake and fire and the bubonic plague. It asserts resilience through history and confidence in overcoming current choices or decisions. The speaker emphasizes survival across generations and events.
Capt A W Lewis has been appointed director of concessions and admissions for the 1909 fair. The expedition management plans to begin awarding concessions soon and has named Capt Lewis to investigate and pass on applications already on file.
The Empress Hotel in Victoria British Columbia announces a grand opening set for Monday January 20. The property markets itself as one of the most charming hotels in the world with stylish accommodations and renowned service.
Navy chaplains report a wide mix of recruits from farmers to professionals. Unrequited love and stepparent abuse push men to enlist. many sailors disappear at sea, their families unaware of their fate. The Georgia and U S Navy ship contexts frame the inquiry into why men enlist.
The Seattle Symphony Orchestra at the Moore Theatre offered a varied program with graceful orchestral selections highlighted by soprano Miss Mabel Day. The late arrival of the Gingerbread Man company singer did not dampen the audience's enjoyment. The Micaela aria from Carmen and Wagner's Dream of Tristan and Isolde stood out amid the diverse lineup.
Rev. Dr. Angus Johnson, aged 99 years and 10 months, died at Avalon Texas. The Avalon pastor had served 72 years in the gospel and planned to preach in Fort Worth and Dallas for his 100th birthday. He was the oldest Presbyterian minister in the nation by years and service.
Burglars entered the residence of Mrs. Loseler at 1206 Howell Jr. on Saturday night and made off with a string of coral beads souvenir spoons and small trinkets.
Miss Mary Aloisia McAndrew daughter of Capt and Mrs James W McAndrew died at Fort Lawton yesterday from spinal meningitis She had arrived there a year ago with her parents and was a member of the family.
A historic note credits Soap Lake Salve with easing severe eczema. The text mentions Alt Arum bake as part of the remedy context, reflecting early medicinal claims.
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