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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1906
Page
3
8 W Harmon, chairman of the municipal ownership campaign committee, says he is gratified by the election results. He notes the campaign built quickly under time pressure and that union men supported the ticket, calling Judge Moore’s win a step forward in Seattle civic progress.
A city shoe peddler swindled Mrs David Hunter of 411 Harvard Ave by exchanging shoe laces for a coin that looked like a penny but turned out to be a five cent piece missing later. The incident shows the peddler profiting from a trick as the woman discovers the deception.
Police will guard the lawn at 2961 Dearborn Avenue outside the home of Senator Pillas when he is in Washington. Reported vandalism by a gang of boys threatens the property and the police plan to prevent further destruction while Beattie's senator rests at home.
The speaker pledges not to permit any young man to smoke in their company and to discourage smoking among acquaintances. They also request enrollment as a member of The Star's Anti Cigarette League.
W Kohler suffered a broken left leg after slipping on a sharp inclined gang plank from the steamer Utopia to Pier 6. He was taken to Providence hospital for treatment after the accident. The Whatcom engine breakdown near Pairbaven was fixed after about two hours with no serious damage. The steamer Jefferson arrived from Skagway with 43 passengers and ten thousand dollars in treasure for the Canadian Bank of Commerce. The Dorn received a fresh paint job and repairs after a rough voyage, with most officers returning except the second mate who departs for Alaska. A heavy ladder injured Fleet Officer Karbee’s arm but not fatally. The Whatcom carried 6,000 cans of Alaska salmon from Bellingham and Anacortes, boosting deliveries to over 25,090 cases for Robinson’s dock this week. The salmon will head to England aboard the Ning Chow. The Ohio moved to Robinson’s slip to clear way for the Ning Chow, as it prepares for the Nome run. The Charles Nelson departed for Tacoma with a cargo.
The Nel eon sails for California, La Connor unloads 1000 barrels at Pier 6, Hawmut expected from Tacoma Friday. Local quartermaster office to open Saturday for bids to supply 3766 tons of hay and 3406 tons of white oats to the government.
A detailed description outlines an afternoon gown featuring black jaace trimmed with yellow Mechlin. The foundation uses black taffeta veiled in chiffon, with black lace overlay containing a small heavy dot. The bottom of the dress is not fully provided in the fragment.
A flowing skirt with three narrow ruffles edged in black velvet ribbons is paired with a Mechlin lace bolero and a matching lace sleeve. The hat features yellow Tuscany fabric with ostrich plume and a pink rose, tied by a velvet band at the crown.
A local market offers a free car ride home with every meat purchase of b0c or more at the Band Box Market located at 1100 First Ave. The promotion includes complimentary transportation for qualifying customers ending at their residence.
Chicago reports claim Schwab is dangerously ill after a La Salle street stroll. Gates office denies the rumors while New York wires say he was very low after leaving El Paseo and not expected to survive the night.
Roosevelt sent a message to Congress reporting he signed the Tiliman bill urging an inquiry into railroad discriminations and monopolies in coal and oil. He hesitated to act fully, seeking extra legislation to fund investigations force witness attendance compel answers and define the commission’s powers and limits.
Olympia society ladies Mrs C J Newport Mrs B L Ack and Miss Mae Boswell arrive in Seattle tonight for Hartell's drug stores 506 and 616 2nd Avenue sale on Thursday. Many Seattle leading society women will attend to take advantage of discounts on high grade perfumes. No woman should miss this opportunity.
Due to absent witnesses United States District Attorney Frye could not resume the Valencia wreck inquiry. W A Peters will testify tomorrow about the City of Topeka and the Queen while lying off the wreck. Laura Van Wyck, a disaster victim, was Peters' sister in law.
General Schofield was buried this afternoon with full military honors. President Roosevelt and government officials were present for the services. An ad offers Pinney's Panels for cheap photographs at 106 Columbia Ave.
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