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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1906
Page
7
A fragmented report claims Obie Goudge and associates face prosecutions over alleged unlawful methods. It alleges Standard Oil operates under multiple names to undercut rivals and hinder independent firms, with Roosevelt linked to consultations as remedies are discussed.
President Castro of Venezuela arrived in London yesterday amid formal receptions and diplomatic engagements, signaling ongoing ties between Venezuela and the United Kingdom.
An unclear ad mentions Pete cleaning cars and converting old vehicles into rugs. The notice lists Queen Anne 1229 and Ina TaTO, with references to Wurtay Rug Co. The fragment suggests a local promotional prompt for rug conversion services.
The Senate Finance Committee reported adversely to Newlands' scheme for a joint commission to study Measites extending aid to San Francisco by guaranteeing improvement bonds. The report called the proposition outside congressional scope and inexpedient. President Roosevelt signed a bill allowing a delegate to Congress from Alaska.
Frank N. Johns, named as the assailant in an incident involving Ole Nelson in Garden City last month, has been charged with assault with intent to do bodily harm. Johns allegedly struck Nelson with an axe after a dispute sparked by Joe Donovan against James Greene.
Senators Carter Flint Perkins and Atty Keny met with President Roosevelt today to discuss the railroad rate bill. The president sent for the senators for consultation on the measure and related policy implications.
In Oakland California May bankers report deposits exceeding payments by over 20 million dollars. Banks are taxed heavily and operate with full staff around the clock. The city gains as country correspondents grow, signaling strong financial activity and growth prospects. Kirksville Infirmary of Osteopathy advertises stomach trouble cure without knife or drugs.
President Roosevelt nominates William Cavanaugh for postmaster at Olympia Washington. The action highlights federal appointment in the coastal region as officials prepare for upcoming administrative changes.
May 8 report notes a ban on passes affecting residents of Sultan B Shoemakers and watchmakers plan to attend an event on May 86th with reasonable prices, though the text is fragmentary and unclear.
An amendment seeks to make antipass provisions a misdemeanor and impose penalties on railroads that provide free passage to any person not an employee, minister, hospital inmate, or other listed groups. The clause targets cross subsidy or free travel practices by rail carriers.
The text argues brick pavements offer versatile construction options for various soils and costs, with open competition among vitrified brick firms. It highlights low first costs, simple laying methods, visible quality, and superior durability, noting widespread adoption across roughly 100 city reports and strong performance in strength, imperviousness, and appearance.
Ten new school buildings will be erected in the county this summer according to County Superintendent B Storey. Extensions will be added to several existing buildings and three new districts will be opened.
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