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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1908
Page
8
Weather bureau records show May was cloudier colder and rainier than average. The month had 16 cloudy days 15 partly cloudy with a mean of 51.6 degrees and total precipitation of 3.19 inches.
N R Sibley applied to the city council last night for a franchise to operate a refrigerating and cold storage plan in this city. The ordinance was referred to the corporations committee.
United Press reports the Methodist Episcopal conference in Baltimore adopts a change of title from riding elder to district superintendent for officers. The conference also approves abolition of the probationary period as a minority report is adopted.
A brief note references Bon Marche in a market context with repeated emphasis. No further details or clear events are provided to establish dates or outcomes.
City lawmakers open discussion on stricter auto rules amid rising traffic concerns. Officials propose new limits and enforcement measures to curb emissions and speed, seeking community input and potential zoning adjustments.
The Seattle City Council approved a five member committee to investigate and press Seattle Electric Co. for improved life saving street car fenders. A major demonstration of new fender ideas, including an emergency brake fender using compressed air, is planned for the end of the week with public works officials and Superintendent A. V. Foullion.
Navy yard ships assemble at Pier 2 foot of Yester Way with a battle fleet staged for routine operations. Boats depart ten times daily, signaling steady naval activity at the dock.
A large lot of over two hundred waist offerings in ecru and white lace styles is described. Each piece features Japanese silk lining, man darin and Gibson effects, Torchon and Cluny lace trims, and Val enciennes medallions with Filet lace. Price tagged at $3.00.
Various sheets and pillow cases priced per piece: 81x at 81x9 grade 65c and 50c for 81x90, 42x36 72x90 53c and 17c for pillow cases, 12c for 45x36, 10c for pillow cases. Hand made window shades 36 inches wide seven feet long with art glass rollers in gray and cream, no finishing touch included.
Special values on umbrellas with natural wood handles and union taffeta coverings. Men’s women’s and children’s sizes range from 22 to 28 inches.
John Drew returns to Moore in My Wife with a strong cast including Billie Burke and Dorothy Bennet. the Coliseum showcases Elton Polo Aldo troupe Okito magicians and Oscar Loraine the violinist. Star presents The Girl From Frisco. Pantages opens a varied vaudeville week with multiple acts and daily game performances.
The program features the Zar Row Trio comedy bicyclists Virden and Dunlap in character comedy Johanna Kristoffy with dramatic power Zimmer juggling and Barnes West dancers Marion Sisters pianists Brodie Robinson and Mr Elwell in Montery alongside a round of films.
Effective June 1 P C Hart is appointed superintendent of the construction department with headquarters at Seattle for the Chicago Milwaukee St. Paul railway of Washington and Idaho. This is signed by E B Pearson chief engineer and approved by H R Williams president.
The pupils of Mrs Elizabeth Miller will present their annual recital on June 15 at the Unitarian church. The program showcases young performers and music from the school.
A new line of ladies sweat coats debuts at Piper Taft’s shop, highlighting updated styles and fit options for the season. Shoppers are invited to view the display and choose from fresh fabrics and colors.
The Route Steamer Monticello departs from Piger dock at 6 30, 0 30, 1 30 and 4 p.m. as part of the day’s Navy Yard schedule.
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