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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1906
Page
4
A fragmented notice records Ballard Star Agency subscription details for Independent 1138 Guneet Main 1000 Ballard Ave. It mentions monthly charges around twenty five cents and a placeholder payment of 253.2 per month. The text references mail and address labels related to subscription receipts and expiry dates.
The piece attacks Beattie’s mayor who, by personal will, overrides city and state laws on gambling and Sunday saloon operations. It questions the legitimacy of laws unenforced by officials and urges repealing or fully enforcing statutes to set a proper example. It calls Washington and Beattie authorities to weed out unenforced provisions and enforce the rest vigorously.
A editorial argues against strict daily trout limits suggesting most anglers catch 25 or fewer trout. It warns against overzealous enforcement and advocates enforcing a rule to release all trout under four inches to boost future spawning in Washington streams.
The piece mocks the Empress Dowager of China, calling her a playful yet dangerous figure who dies and returns to life in the press every few weeks. It warns she may overstep and warns against provoking her unstable publicity stunt.
A Civil War tale centers on Charles II hiding at Pannistone Hall with the Evelyns. Young Evelyn deploys a secret passage and a staged retreat to mislead Roundhead searchers. An officer and his soldiers raid the suite seeking Charles but Evelyn trusts in Staughton to honor an oath.
In a daring escape narrative, Evelyn protects a fugitive king by disguising him as a woman to avoid discovery. The plan succeeds when the guarding officer confirms the ruse, allowing the king to flee to Scotland and then France. Charles later honors Evelyn, and she becomes a celebrated court figure after his restoration.
Mexico City March 21 marking the centennial of Benito Juarez the great Mexican statesman and liberator observed as a legal holiday nationwide. The decree by President Dine prompted a day of rest as the people join in the national celebration with strong enthusiasm.
A Phi Gamma Delta member alleges Professor Charles W. Prentien of zoology caused the death of a dog named Fege in the dissecting room using chloroform. The animal, received from Lake Washington, was treated as a teaching specimen, and the professor now faces a Gamage case brought by fraternity members.
City briefs note Mayor Moore will address Junior Day in the natural amphitheater on university grounds. The Japanese consul rank change is announced with a higher salary and status. Patcer Ferry of Fort Lawton to lecture on The Private Solder with Tenth Infantry joining. Real estate transfers include Frank Clapp selling Ord Ave and Madison St corner for 235000 to Sullivan and Considine. Deputy US Marshal reports difficulty locating International Commerce Company officers in a bankruptcy case and cites one officer in British Columbia.
J C Murphy owner of lot 20 block 20 in Edes and Knight Addition pays city taxes after 23 years. Delinquency reduced by year to year until yesterday when a 4 cent tax totals after interest and penalties surged to three times the original amount. High School Stationery Nation Store advertises dry goods at 725 Pike corner Harvard and Pike.
A collection of rural humor and social notes from Bequarries Tennessee recounts lighthearted quotes about names fashion and everyday quips. It includes jests about public figures and unnamed locals, with playful observations on attire travel accents and manners.
The text discusses tax payment by property holders and the debate over funding and governance. It references townships, taxation, and the cost of running a school, though details are fragmented and unclear.
Public spirited promotion by the Chas. H. Lilly Co. offers four packages of Tally's Best Sweet Pea Foods free with every purchase of Lilly's Flower Food, this week only. See List It with Liet Mutual Lite bid.
Anna Roberts, a waitress at Babcock's cafe, argued over weekly pay and a promised raise. After a dispute, she hurled a heavy cigar cutter at a mirror, shattering it. Detective Kennedy arrested her. union agent Alice Lord said she was not a union member.
The Milwaukee road fired ten condemnation suit along the proposed Tacoma right of way. A Mabton rancher George Prashy died in the storm last week and his remains were found. J M Boyd died at home after being struck by a bicycle, with a fractured spine. The Seechomish Valley Railway company awarded a contract for
In San Francisco on March 1, inspectors from the department of commerce and labor began a search of ferry boat life saving apparatus. One thousand life preservers and two large life vests were condemned. Secretary Grout received an invitation from the national conference of civil service commissions to send representatives to its May meeting in the city.
Local note urges men seeking latest spring styles to visit Fd. White, popular tailor at 1989 Collins Building, promising best workmanship and highest grade goods for the money. Visitors advised to compare options.
Murray and Mack headline the Third Avenue theater with Around the Town a top Irish musical comedy drawing full houses. New shows arrive soon at the uptown theater including My Wife's Family while the Star offers five Hawaiians Field and Hanson and other acts. Dare Devil Castellano is announced for next week promising a perilous death loop.
Promotes a southern travel route along the Southern Pacific and Coast lines. Encourages tickets reservations and desert literature at Union Office, 60% First Ave. El K. Genere Agent.
In Galveston Texas the anniversary of the Texas Declaration of Independence was observed with subdued ceremonies. The community closed some houses and many schools, while patriotic events were planned in various regions. The Great Northern railway announced a $250 000 improvement program.
Advice urges children to learn thrift early with small savings. The State Bank of Seattle offers 4 percent compounded interest on savings deposits, encouraging wealth foundations and lifelong character building.
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