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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1907
Page
7
District No better known as the Tokul District near Sonoqualmie reports two family members, a mother and her son, elected as school directors. Returns signed by the district teacher note the directors are unable to write. Some districts lacked electors. in South Park no election was held and the county superintendent appointed directors.
Local telegraph workers stage protest over a planned March 1 raise they say favors regular and extra staff unevenly. Officials worry the policy could become a loophole to discriminate, with two thirds of union members affected differently than others. The Commercial Telegraphers' union approved a resolution at a meeting, representing 95 percent of city telegraphers.
March 1 report shows the Ross committee proposing a widened land commission including the land commissioner, state warden, and state tax commission members. The measure aims to curb frittering funds though opposed by loggers who benefit from preferential timber purchases.
March 4 telegraph notes show a government examiners clash with Standard Oil’s defense in federal court. The lawyer contends the corporation accepted fetetes on shipments while the governor urges the court to allow opening statements. The proceedings focus on corporate conduct and alleged improper benefits in oil shipments.
A resident of Ballard living in Seattle reported to Judge Carroll that thieves including Diegel and a group of 14 men raided a house on my street, taking his money and possibly gold dust. He urgentIy seeks return of his funds and restitution for the theft.
The funeral for Mrs Harriet Chase Hamilton wife of M Hamilton who died at the family home Saturday evening will be held this afternoon with private interment. The funeral for Mrs Olivia Wiswell who died Saturday evening at her daughter Mrs Mitchell Gilliam 946 13th Ave N will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 oclock from that residence and interment will be in Lakeview cemetery.
An encouraging dispatch from Joho 8 Piaher of the Pennsylvania legislature states the Keystone state will approve a $75 008 appropriation for the state fair. A Omaha Commercial Club letter notes Nebraska’s strong interests at the AveP KB and support for representation at the fair. Former Idaho residents in Seattle plan an Idaho society meeting to press Idaho representation with A F officials.
Fire Marshal Kellogg and the city comptroller released the February report noting ten fires with total losses of 4 566 dollars. Contents losses reached 3 425 dollars while buildings losses were 1 99 dollars.
An advertisement notes a necessity not a luxury: a burglar proof vault at Wm D Perkine and Co Bankers located in the Alaska building within the city business center. Yearly price listed as 4.00.
Harry Lin gard Fredden is arrested on forgery charges tied to theft from Gil bert Costello, manager of the Municipal News. Accused of forging Costello's name on checks, Fredden allegedly gained commissions for fake ads and diverted funds. accomplice R Buckley left the city, leaving a destitute wife at Dresden hotel.
The city faces a potential loss estimated between 15000 and 26000 dollars as an ordinance set to be discussed by the council tonight would appropriate 2679.64 to redeem four street improvement warrants held by Watson Allen. Lakeview Avenue property once owned and foreclosed years ago is involved, with historic sheriff’s sale figures cited.
The Rainier Valley Improvement Association will hold a meeting Tuesday evening at Pratt's hall Hillman City. Numerous matters of interest will come up and Rainier Valley residents are urged to attend. Committees for the coming year will be announced at the meeting.
Parry Investment records a purchase in block 6 Mercer's addition to North Seattle along First av north between Ward and Prospect So KE with P Churchill as buyer. A local investor is connected to a 48 of bleutan claim west near mith st for 900 dollars. T P Fay & Co plans a new branch on Youngstown av in West Seattle this week.
The Canadian Pacific confirms renewal of its coast business contract with Northern Pacific. Assistant Freight Traffic Manager F W Peters says duration unknown. Previous contract was due to expire May 27 of this year.
McCarthy's unveils nearly 200 spring styles including exclusive novelties not found elsewhere. The store promises top quality style fit and price with a window display and a second floor showcase of new garments.
Saturday brings a large stock of white shirt waists featuring embroidered malls and French lawns in ten to twelve styles. Short and three quarter sleeves, all sizes available, prices range from $1.75 to $3.95. Tooth powder.
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