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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1916

Page

8

Webster Files for Short Term on Supreme Court

J Stanley Webster Spokane superior court judge has filed for the four year term on the supreme court to succeed the late Herman D Crow. Justice Frederick Bausman will not run. Webster is the only announced candidate for the post so far.

J. Stanley Webster Superior Court of Spokane Supreme Court Herman D. Crow Frederick Bausman Gov. Lister Webster

Jitney Bill Scheduled for Monday Hearing

A Seattle investigation into jitney and streetcar issues will be conducted by 40 civic leaders and a five member committee will confer with the Chamber of Commerce. The group meets Friday night to prepare, with a council hearing set for Monday at 2 o'clock to decide on jitney regulation.

Mike Hally Washington Spokane Seattle Castle Rock Woodland Kelso Transportation Problema Chamber of Commerce Thomson Civic Committee

Midnight Follies Tops Pantages Bill

The Midnight Follies top the Pantages bill featuring remarkable costumed dancers. George N. Brown and Billy Weston stage a playful race on a stationary track while Arthur Siber and Eva North perform a bashful lover act. The Four Haley Sisters impress, William De Hollis juggles, and Alexandra shines on the xylophone as The Iron Claw reveals the Laughing Mask.

George Choo George N. Brown Billy Weston Arthur Siber Eva North Haley Sisters Wiliam de Hollis Alexandra Iron Claw Patho

Bill's sympathies land him in jail in Portland

William Rainey was jailed on a bootlegging charge after he visited his sweetheart who had a broken arm. He dodged arrest until learning of the accident and was arrested once officers spotted him on the street.

Portland William Rainey Rainey

Investigation of Alaska Rates by ICC Begins

The Interstate Commerce Commission will start an inquiry into Alaska transportation rates and regulations amid reports that the charges are unreasonable. The action seeks to determine whether current pricing is fair and compliant with governing rules.

Interstate Commerce Commission Alaska

Paula's life in the papers continues in torn echoes

Paula's tale follows Margie as she writes in a serialized form. Paula recalls working for money and moral struggle while Aunt Rachel pressures marriage. Jeff Perrigreen reappears as a potential confidant and buyer of Newton's Folly, changing fortunes in town as headlines loom.

Paulas Damocles Paula Margie Pat Rachel Mr. Montgomery New York Montgomery Georgetts Jeff Perrigreen Jeff Perrigreen Yale Jacob Perrigreen Newton's Folly Seon

Frederick & Nelson New Cravenetted Coats

New coats shown in dark tweed and wool velour with satin lining. Belts at back and Raglan sleeve designs offered in brown, dark green, and other colors. Prices range from 25 to 35 dollars. Also arriving Oiled Silk Coats in full length and short 37 inch styles for wet days and shopping.

Women’s Knitted Wool Bathing Suits with Sailor Collar

Knitted wool one piece bathing suits offer freedom of motion in the water. Black and blue options feature a sailor collar and broad stripe side panel. Price five dollars. Also available are bathing caps in various styles and colors, bathing shoes, and related accessories. First Floor.

Smart Styles in New Suits at $25.00

A two-sketched display on the second floor presents navy poplin and navy or black serge suits with velvet touches and silk collars. Each two piece ensemble features belts, pockets, and distinctive front panel detailing, all priced at $25.00.

Dreadnaught Boys Suits and Beachwear Sale

Dreadnaught boys suits priced at 5.00 include two knickerbockers with gray or stripe fabrics for ages 6 to 18. Also offered are lightweight worsted bathing suits 1.75 to 1.00, blue or black cotton suits, Rah-Rah hats 0.50, and beach rompers 0.50 in various sizes.

New Lingerie Blouses Priced at 3.50

French voile blouses feature tuckings and hand embroidery. Sleeves have long frilled cuffs and flat collars edged with Venetian lace. Attractive price of 3.50. Second Floor.

Basement Salesroom Middies at $1.50 in Striped Styles

Attractive sale listing for middy blouses in striped patterns Copenhagan or black and white with white collar cuffs belt and pearl buttons. Available sizes 36 to 44 at 1.50 dollars.

Hoice Copenhagen

Children's Summer Footwear Styles for Little Feet

Footwear designed for growing children with multiple sizes and prices. Mary Jane Pumps in white canvas range from $1.65 to $2.50 by size. Infant and children shoes include white canvas and patent leather Mary Janes priced from $1.00 to $3.00. Acrobat Play Shoes in various leathers priced at $2.50 to $3.00. First Floor.

Silk Gloves on First Floor Display

Silk Gloves offered in two clasp styles for women and children. OMEN'S presents black white and gray silk gloves with two tone embroidered backs and wrist strap priced at 1.25 dollars per pair. Children's white silk gloves with Paris point embroidery priced at 50 cents per pair.

New Silks Arrive in Subdued Striped and Plaid Taffetas

The New Silks feature subdued effects in Striped and Plaid Taffetas on dark grounds. Exposition Satin arrives in advance with 36 and 40 inch widths at 3.00 and 3.50 a yard. Also available is a 36 inch wide Black Taffeta at 2.00 a yard, plus a 35 inch Black option at 2.00 a yard for suits and a wide color selection.

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