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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1906
Page
3
An ordinance requiring merchants to remove wares from sidewalks angered many as police were kept busy for hours. The crackdown began around 2 to 7 o'clock with conflict, threats, and pleas as patrolmen notified several business owners.
A fire destroyed the lake area house of Eva Morgan owner last night. Port Townsend reports a food and sleep shortage for residents while A Bradley arrives in Geherman with a bay launch and basket. More than 4,000 fish have been taken at Friday Harbor and a fatal runaway near Cle Blum is noted in Tacoma.
The Frawley company praises Madame Lane Gene in Seattle with three final performances. Ouida’s Motha debuts Sunday night as part of a strong star bill including Marty laRose and Lowe. Mason-Kelly and Aylesworth companies also appear with notable acts and planned closures at Third Avenue and The Star.
Chief Wappensten reports from the secretary of state that of 454 automobiles licensed last year only 188 renewals are on file. Meter companies and private owners operate under the old number and offenders face misdemeanor penalties. No. 6 Columbia is Ignitor, Battery 36¢ at Spinnings.
Judge R. A. Ballinger named the committee members for the Seattle Bar Association. The amendment of the law committee includes J. T. Condon, B. Patterson, Alfred Battle, Kenneth Mackintosh, and Edgar J. Wright. Judiciary panel lists Corwtnny Shank, Judge J. P. Hoyt, Henry F. McClure, George ee, and J. Powell. Federal legislation group names C. H. Han ford, W. H W. Gorham, J. B. Howe, Thomas Burke, and W. T. Dovel.
The funeral of the late Col W Scott was held in the morning at the Bonney Watson chapel. Interment followed at Lake View cemetery. A Washington Society of the Sons of the American Revolution committee escorted the remains to the cemetery. Col Boott, the first president of the state society, was noted for his active work.
August Meyer M Mechale and H Mensie three German sailors from the steamer Erna were arrested last night by Patrolmen Lillie and McCoy at the request of the commanding officer who alleges they are deserters. The men are held at headquarters and will be turned over to the ship's officer for punishment.
Report notes canneries now in full operation and only a few sockeyes captured. General impression is the season will match or exceed previous years, signaling a robust run and steady processing demand.
Former candidate Dick Ryan, defeated for delegate to Congress, sails south from Juneau aboard the Farallon reflecting on the campaign and next steps.
William Chappell was arrested again yesterday and deposited the usual sum of $260 as ball money. He now has $1,200 on deposit.
Tonight a moonlit excursion and dance at Pleasant Beach promises a lively event. The steamer Port Orchard departs Pier 2 at an o clock with round trip and dancing aboard, inviting all to join the festive outing under the stars.
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