Shoot the Chutes Park Planned on Lake Washington Front
A San Francisco group led by J C Clark considers establishing a major amusement park on the Seattle side of Lake Washington. Plans include a Shoot the Chutes ride, roller coasters, rowboats, a German village, open air theater, and an open-air dancing platform. Public admission may start at ten cents, with future additions like a scenic railway if demand rises.
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San Francisco
J. C. Clark
Beattie
Lake
Seattle
Old Country
Surat
Chamber of Commerce backs county fair and race track bid
The Chamber of Commerce in Ripple Creek Colo supports establishing a fair and race track in King County New delegates were appointed to attend upcoming conventions including the Trans Mississsippi meeting and the National Living Congress Boise Idaho July 2 The note says the chamber has authority to appoint gates to attend the national meetings and refers to a local factory owner involved in the discussion
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Chamber of Commerce
Astermoon
King County Fair Tion
Fair Ind
Ripple Creek
Colo
King
T Tes
Co Gates
Tional Living Congress
Boise
Idaho
Qetention
Committee of Manufacturers
Baby, 22 Months, Inexplicable Slow Growth Described
Special correspondence from Pass Texas notes a case of a severely underdeveloped infant born Aug. 10, 1943 in Eagle Pass. The child failed to mature physically or develop speech or motor skills, eating only liquid fed with a spoon and remaining almost an infant in behavior for nearly two years.
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Pass
Tex
Rodtiguesz
Eagle Pass
Launching at White Horse ships for White Yukon Co
Chas Nelson met in Skagway yesterday to view two new river steamers built for the White Yukon Co. The 165 by 24 foot vessels, with 19 inches aft 6 inches forward draft, are fully equipped and ready to run. Capt. O directed the work for W T Hofing Co and praised for the effort. A third boat Ogilvieit will serve passenger traffic on the White Pass Yukon route.
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Chas. Nelson
Skagway
White Horse
Dawson
McConnell
White # Yukon Co
W. T. Hofing Co
Ogilvie
Paes
Yukon
Coronets and crowns teased in old fashion notes
The excerpt hints at jewelers in Paris and London reworking coronets with new designs. It references eight golden leaves and mystic foliage, suggesting discussions of aristocratic headpieces and their evolving styles. The text is garbled but centers on coronet aesthetics and ownership.
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Paris
Ao & Marquis
Grand a House theater benefit draws strong demand and lineup
The article notes heavy advance sales for the Frawley benefit at the Grand a House, with a one week run featuring two plays including The Littlest Girl and His Wife's Father. East Lynne draws audience acclaim at Third Avenue Theater with Manager Russell and notable cast delivering strong reception.
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Lee
Escata
Frawley
Tf Capaele
Ghaike
Ric Chie
East Lynne
Third Avenue Theater
Russell
Francis Ley
Missing Persons Inquiries Across Clark County
Mrs Taylor of Batts Grand Clark county appeals for Flora believed missing with Verom. Father anxiously awaits word and rumors claim the daughter may be alive. Chief Meredith directs search efforts as residents request help locating relatives. Local residents report similar missing person notes from Winnies Weare and East St. Louis seeking Frederick and a brother. A Utah woman asks after Poftawhine a gambler tracking her sister Teena Keare last seen years ago.
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Leite
Winnies
St. Louia
Frederick
Misa
Alice
Utah
Po Ftawhine
Ant Andiaco
Ree Keare
Dutch Steamer Raised and Towed to Puget Sound
Advice from the steamer Chas Nelcom indicates the wrecked Dutch steamer will be raised and towed to Puget Sound. Captain Clinton representing Bassettin has arrived at Juseau A rect in the Erie region, with workers contracted for the salvage operation.
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Chas
Nelcom
Puget Sound
Clinton
Basser 2Ettin
Juseau
Erie
Thier
Mass Meeting in Suburban Town on Local Service
Citizens in the suburb of Georgetown hold a mass meeting to discuss local service amid plans for new street cars. Students prepare grades and teachers accompany them for an upcoming program. A petition to rename the suburb from Down to Georgetown was refused to avoid confusion with Washington D C. post. An Epworth League literary society notes a recent event with Miss Maude Hopkins and Prof. Kirtland participating.
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S Town
Grant
Georgetown
Duwn
Inn
Washington, D. C
Post
Epworth League League
Maude Hopkins
Mise Olive
Maude Miller
Kirtland
British crackdown on American press in London
A London cable reports A Bleckett, head of the Institute of Journalists, says upcoming orders will bar American correspondents from passes to public events unless they join the institute. The measure, described as drastic revenge for a recent incident, aims to curb coverage by nonmembers.
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Philadelphia
London
A. Bleckett
The
Institute of Journalists
Institute
Victorian Sails for Lynn Canal with 125 aboard
The steamer Victorian sailed for Lynn canal last night carrying 125 passengers and cargo. Many passengers were Westerners and headed for pleasure trips while others returned to their properties.
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Lynn Canal
Seattle Opts Out of Independence Day Celebration
The chamber of commerce decided Seattle will not host a Fourth of July celebration this year and all plans for a demonstration are dropped.
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Sound
Chamber of Commerce
Seattle
Hains Exonerated in Excursion Company Case
The court cleared Hains of charges alleging he obtained money under false pretenses from the excursion company. The evidence showed the funds were acquired with the manager's full consent, indicating no deceit by Hains.
RockefellerExample Echoes Hewitt on Wealth and Wages
The reference notes John D. Rockefeller discussing vast wages to illustrate a point, echoing Adram Hewitt who told workers that no one can amass wealth through industry or invention without the support of others. The passage stresses the social context of wealth and labor.
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John D. Rockefeller
Hewitt
Mr. Hewitt
Burglary Strikes Residence on East Eighteenth Ave
The home of A P Keene at 231 East Eighteenth Ave South was entered yesterday afternoon by burglars who looted a large amount of jewelry. The family was away. upon return the house showed extensive disorder. A window provided entry. items stolen include several pieces of gold jewelry and four diamond rings. Police are investigating.
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A. P. Keene
Eighteenth Ave
Ntovte
Ancient Order Hibernians Pienia Excursion at Galbraith's Dock
The event promotes a two day annual Pienia excursion with a Port dison portside voyage from Galbraith's dock. Activities include multiple sports on shore and a music program. Steamer George will depart at 1:16 p.m. Tickets are available at a round trip price with a Painter's Picnic Sunday promotion. Special sale by M. D. Pease Johnson at 1407 Second Avenue.
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Galbraith
Port Dison
George
Mayor Humes Seeks Advisory Board Action on City Budget
Mayor Humes convened the advisory board to review a rapidly depleting general fund due to large public improvements. The board debated remedies and requested a complete statement from the city comptroller detailing current obligations and expenditures to prevent exhausting funds for the year.
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Paul
Petroleum seepage found in Snohomish County townslip area
Geologist George A. McCall of Pennsylvania and local residents report a strong seepage of pure petroleum oil across numerous spots in a Snohomish County section near Upper and lower Snohomish. Officials urge immediate property checks and potential development plans.
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Uck Nh Snohomish
Samine
J. B. Hallock
New
Het Bier
Rie Town
Hall
Aie Behrens
Eo. A. McCall
Pennsylvania
Wharf at Alki Point Schedule and Trade Implications
The notice outlines daily trips from Denver to the bound area with departures around 6 AM and returns by 6 PM. It notes the wharf at Alki Point and promises opportunity for workers to reach their usual hours and see family in the evening.
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Denver
Bueineas
Property Market Reports Sluggish As Dirt Crops Decline
Real estate and crop values show weakness in late year markets. Prices drop for land and farm items with limited buyers. Buyers seek bargains while scarcity of certain goods pushes up some costs.
Bartell Drug Co Promises Reasonable Prices and Smart Buying
Bartell Drug Co offers guidance on what to buy and where to shop to avoid high prices. The ad emphasizes customers get desired items at sensible, regulated prices and benefit from the store’s knowledge.
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Bartell Drug Co
California markets list odd prices for fruits and vegetables
The item cites varied prices for produce including oranges and potatoes, with Valencia oranges at 200 per box and potatoes at 2 cents per pound. Other listed goods include lemons, apples, grapes, strawberries, pineapples, beets, carrots, and cauliflower with scattered per unit or per crate charges.
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California
Umea
Behold the Beating Yet Fragile Market List
A garbled market ledger details meat, poultry, dairy and grain items with prices and origins. Entries mention beef pork mutton veal cheese butter and chickens with scattered city, state references and broken product names amid a mix of numbers and misspellings.
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Vitaina
Bama
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