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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1906
Page
3
The article notes arrests of Jenkins and Patr for interfering with elections in New York County. It mentions statewide voting weather varied with forecasts across states including Idaho Missouri Virginia Kansas and Dakota regions, and references expectations on turnout and outcomes in congressional races.
Voters turnout described as heavy in Ohio where Allen the prohibition candidate for state treasurer may carry several corn counties. Temperance forces lose ground in Ohio aiding Republicans to win per managers. In Texas election day light turnout with early voting light despite party efforts to stir interest.
Across Indiana Ohio Nebraska and Utah weather aided turnout while politics ran varied. Indiana expected Republican win. St Louis saw disturbances. Milwaukee reported quiet voting. Ohio favored heavy turnout. Nebraska party managers predicted wins. Idaho Stockslager led. Utah reported Mormon arrests in Fremont County.
In Washington state many investiga tions show saving by insuring with Northwestern Mutual Fire Insurance Association of Beattie The company returns 4 percent of insured cost on dwellings and brick buildings and has paid over 506 escapes plus a surplus for members Further information is available at 436 Lumber Exchange.
A local listing advertises clearance prices on dining chairs including Golden Cane Seat chairs at 1.30 and 1.65, Panel Golden Oak Cane Seat chairs, and Golden Oak Cane Seat chairs with quantities ranging from two to seven. It shows marked-down prices and quantities for each item, noting substantial discounts from original prices.
Ballard’s polling opened amid heavy rain that kept many away. By 11 am the first precinct of Ward One had 16 votes while the second ward recorded 18. Officials report overall slow casting as candidates urge supporters to vote and police close saloons during polling hours.
James Brady who shot and killed Flora Bhannon Saturday afternoon and then attempted suicide is reported improving despite wishing to die. The wound is described as slight, penetrating the scalp, with Detective Kennedy at Wayside hospital and to secure a statement this afternoon. Brady may be moved to the county jail by week’s end.
Across Montana to Pennsylvania voters faced fine weather and strong turnout. Reports show Republicans optimistic in several locales, Democrats claiming leads in others. Observers note the focus on statehood issues, primaries, and local races with mixed early results and widespread political activity.
The vote will center on the heavy registration mark, with outcomes expected to determine whether the Penrose machine retains control or is broken up.
Voters turnout light this afternoon as returns from precincts show not more than 20 percent of registered residents casting ballots. Even in wards with expected high interest the vote remains scarce and rain across sections suppresses participation.
Mrs. Mary Hadrock of Valentine Station was seriously injured when a Renton line street car on the old Renton route at Fourth Ave and Washington stalled at the hill. The brake apparently loosened, the car moved forward, throwing her and dragging another passenger. She was taken home for treatment.
Rev Terrence Clark of Sacred Heart church lies hurt at Providence hospital from inhaling gas due to a leaking pipe. He briefly regained consciousness then grew semi aware as Dr Wiltale reports he is improving and expectation remains a recovery.
Louis Rolfe aged 22 died at Georgetown county hospital after being crushed between the 4 o clock Interurban cars. He was hurrying to a sick friend in Tacoma when the accident occurred and fell while boarding the slow moving limited at Georgetown. He died about an hour later. Rolfe was employed as a bottler at Seattle Brewing and Malting Company.
Boston reports Mashpee cast 48 votes for Guild Republican and 3 for Moran Democrat. Norwell gave Guild 101 and Moran 38 as returns begin to come in from the election.
An article notes a discovery of an iron deposit near Seattle, contrasting it with a local sales pitch for Bartell's Me Red Cross Drug Store at 610 Beacon Street. It lists Eliaud's Iron Pills 100 for 380, Carter's Beef Iron and Wine $1.00 bottle, and Iron Tonte Phosphate $1.06 bottle 8c, highlighting clean, pure premises and better quality.
About 60 prominent Arctic Brotherhood members depart Seattle tonight at 7 on the Wallease from pier 1 for Vancouver. The steamer was chartered for the occasion. In Vancouver the grand camp station opens tomorrow with elaborate preparations by local business men. A bank reception is planned tomorrow evening for about 160 guests.
Health board reports general improvement in bakery sanitation after inspections of local bake shops. While most workrooms are cleaner, officials urge continued focus on bakers personal cleanliness.
Street crossings along Railroaday remain blocked despite police efforts to keep routes open. San Juan Fish Company on Virginia Street reports delays caused by a long train from Union to University streets tying up all crossings. Patrolman Brooks investigates the obstruction. A society note mentions M. W. Parker of Brooklyn and Ruth Root of Ware about an early spring marriage.
J Christian Eskilson of Chicago, treasurer of the Danish Brotherhood of America, is missing. Authorities report that between 40000 and 50000 dollars from the order’s funds are unaccounted for.
A fire last night gutted the Pioneer Automobile Company garage in Oakland, causing about 150000 dollars in damage. An employee allegedly dropped a lit match into a water pool, which, tainted with oil from a sewer, fed the blaze. Twenty five autos were destroyed and three were saved.
A major millinery sale opens Thursday at The Fair Dept Store in Seattle. The event promises a magnificent display of the season’s latest hat creations at very low prices. Watch daily papers for details.
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