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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1909
Page
6
Reports from Oklahoma and Missouri indicate heat related deaths and prostrations but relief is expected soon. City tallies run high with continued warmth in Illinois and Michigan, while cooler conditions spread gradually to Chicago and surrounding areas.
The weather bureau predicted a general change to cooler conditions in the northeast lake region and the far west. Multiple brief items note weather impacts and travel plans across the country including delays and planned tours.
The Elks lodge votes to stage a Hippodrome show for about 40 000 attendees at the exposition resuming with reception for Bike travelers from Los Angeles and the national convention. Chet of 1 GIL is set to portray the Albino Lady while Hi pledges support.
An incomplete OCR fragment mentions unclear phrases about spoons and local figures. The text is garbled with stray words and numbers, making it difficult to identify people, places, events, or a clear news item. No definable action or outcome can be inferred.
The striking platform men returned to work in Pittsburgh today as service resumed citywide. Provident Mahon of the National Association of Street Railway Employees says the strike achieved the greatest victory in organized labor history, with every demand granted by the company.
San Francisco trial and politics brief. The California Supreme Court upheld the direct primary system, removing Francia J. Honey from the district attorney race. Honey must run in a primary or seek an independent bid to stay active, with defeat ending his campaign.
Tickets go on sale July 2 and 3 and August 11 and 12 for Chicago and return rates from 50 to 67.60 dollars to St. Louis New York and Missouri River points. July 1 and August 11 to Denver at 45 dollars. Full particulars and reservations at Union Ticket Office 608 First Ave EB Bilis is general agent.
A petition to the city council from laboring city workers asks for a raise from 200 dollars per day to about 50 cents more. They cite large families and the need to meet basic living costs and debts. The petition was referred to the civil service commission and the salaries committee for action.
New Haven June 21 Yale President Hadley declares the Greek curriculum shrinking and urges revival in his annual commencement remarks. J McClelland of Brayford university named professor of mole engineering here. Rob A Tailor thieves bolt cloth worth a sum. theft reported to police. J We Stine named director of city playgrounds at 1200 salary to organize outdoor sports classes. park board approves.
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