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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1912
Page
3
The article notes extended hours at Kaitie’s Leading Dentist located in the Postal Building, open until 8 and on Sundays until 4 for people who work.
A girl about six years old, daughter of A. B. Baek of 921 16th Ave, was struck by a speeding automobile and suffered a fractured collar bone and bruises. The driver fled after the collision, license 13 722. police lack full license lists. Olympia records will identify the car owner tonight.
In a clash between strikers and strike breakers at the National Conduit Co. plant six eight men and one woman were struck by bullets amid a general fight. Guards allegedly fired from behind a surrounding fence. A second report claimed four men and a woman were shot with one mortally wounded. Company details were unavailable as responders dispersed.
President Taft aims to launch a nationwide campaign swing starting mid September, spanning nearly to election day. He will take his family to Beverly on July 3 and stay until July 6 before returning to Washington to finalize plans with advisers.
An historical advertisement urges readers to consult their doctor about Ayer's Pills and to follow medical guidance if approved. The message emphasizes doctor consent and responsible use.
Toots Paka, a vaudeville dancer of mixed Caucasian, American Indian, and Hawaiian heritage, discusses her heritage and the fading island customs. She notes uncorseted dress and climate aided hair growth, recalls royal connections, and contrasts past hospitality with current distrust, warning of changing times.
The article lists average market prices paid to producers and by retailers, notes price variation by freshness, and discusses local reactions to a potential third party movement led by progressive figures. It mentions Loren Grinstead and several lawyers considering runs for the junior court bench, with judges elected non-partisan.
Rainfall for June 24 in San Francisco reached .66 inches by noon, with a total fall of 1.60 inches by the end of the day. The record breaks a 63 year clock, and the rain caused little damage as it stayed largely in the bay counties.
The Union Label Clothing Company buys Neal Boyle’s Fifth and Pike store and the adjoining corner. They will merge them into one large store and close out all Neal Boyle stock for a week at less than wholesale cost. Opening sale to be announced.
Will H Hanna county treasurer runs for reelection with no opposition to date. He cites 1910 expenses at 101087.47 and 1911 costs reduced to 721.85 amid a 21 percent tax collection rise. He promotes mailed statements and direct payment to the treasurer. mentions Bryan and a possible third party impact tied to Baltimore.
Fragmentary quotation discusses a woman’s prominence from a Louisville Courier Journal piece. It notes talk of her husband’s wealth and contrasts “very fine class of peasantry” with other status groups. The excerpt hints at social judgment and class perception.
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