No Car Fare Reform Confiscates Homes Says Oliver Erickson
Oliver T Erickson defends three cent car fare plan against Councilman Carroll. He cites two decades in Seattle manufacturing, honors from the Manufacturers Association, and efforts for off peak power rates. He argues high fares threaten turnover and tax burden on home owners and industry, urging a full 18 year bond review before changes.
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Police fare issue raises questions in Star letter
A reader laments police ride free on street cars and argues officers court time costs revenue. The writer cites court charges and city revenue figures, urging reform and noting figures declined from eighteen thousand to seven thousand. Sincerely, B. T. H.
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Daughter weighs duty in Thompson murder case
Norma Chieda and her 12 year old brother witnessed the killings of Bertha Thompson and her sister May Johnson by Oscar Thompson. Norma vows to tell the truth despite pressure to honor her father, a testimony likely to decide whether Thompson faces the gallows.
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Dear Miss Grey and the Vote Question Fragments
Readers send questions on courtship and etiquette. A letter from SLIM discusses escorting a girlfriend home after late outings and expecting offense. A second piece laments women voting and politics influence. A beauty tip asks about brow and lash improvement with vaseline and shaping.
Coloring and frosting electric light bulbs guide offered
The Seattle Star announces a reader service by its Washington bureau at 1332 New York Ave Washington DC. Readers may request formulas and methods for coloring and frosting electric Haht bulbs by writing and including a self addressed stamped envelope for a reply.
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