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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1906
Page
4
A damaged OCR fragment notes a change of date on the address label at the Benite Washington post office. It mentions a news label on deck paper and a subscription expiration related notice.
A collage of quirky notes and local color from West Seattle and Puget Sound life includes political chatter about congressman ties and Uncle Joe Cannon, ferry bets, a newborn humor about wigs and waists, a plea for a lifesaving station, and a street name whim Zig-Zag Avenue as shared by T. Wirdemann.
A call argues for a City Dish Washing Inspector to ensure restaurants thoroughly wash knives, forks and dishes. The piece notes existing inspectors for plumbing, meat, milk and hygiene but cites widespread lapses in dish cleanliness as a route for germs and illness. It compares restaurant sanitation to barber hygiene and spurs action to protect the public health.
Editorial calls for strict limits on fire insurers with weak capital argues for liability and capitalization rules to curb risky policies. Names firms evading obligations should face public shame and policy withdrawals as public pressure grows after San Francisco disaster.
A gang led by Merion Hedapeth and wife stole 190000 in an express robbery near Glendale. They fled to San Francisco with plans to ship the loot, but clues from a sealskin sacque and a messenger watch triggered a nationwide pursuit. Hedapeth Sly and accomplices were captured. Francete died resisting arrest. others were jailed.
Recreation Park Seattle hosts Freano at 4 30 p m. Meadowse Racing program with firet race at 2 pm. Grand Opera House presents California Opera company in The Marcott. Seattle Theater dark. Third Avenue Theater shows Aylesworth company in The Tollers. Star Theater vaudeville. Lee Theater vaudeville Pantages vaudeville. Rial Theater vaudeville. Lake Union Pavilion roller skating. Madison Park Pavilion dancing Wednesday Friday and Sunday nights.
Archduke Ludwig Victor offers 26 dollars for a missing medal while Archduke Eugene seeks a bulldog missing from the palace. Eugene posts a 100 dollar reward and questions the value of honors versus the dog. The piece questions European vanity and the meaning of titles amid light humor.
The big pavilion at Leschi Park features a new hard wood maple floor said to rival brass in smoothness. Wagner's orchestra provides the music for tonight's event.
A local retailer touts exclusive clothing, perfect fit, and long wearing quality that keep customers returning. Generous credit, no extra charge for accommodating payments, and a wide summer lineup for men women and children are highlighted to attract shoppers.
Paving dissatisfaction grows with asphalt and wood block in eastern cities. Brick streets offer durability and sanitary benefits. Newark leads with brick paving as cities learn its merits and costs, prompting a potential regional boom through public education.
Neat Thanksgiving day will probably be observed by the public schools of the state as a suitable day for children to make donations for rebuilding the San Francisco schools. County Superintendent Thomas P. Storey received a circular from State Superintendent H. B. Tryan suggesting the move.
The entry mentions Washington State Christian Talbot for Patente involving 206 Mutual Life in a historical notice context.
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