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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1908
Page
2
A jumbled page of help wanted notes and property offers shows male labor requests for learning business and sales agents, along with rental and real estate leads. Multiple firms and individuals advertise land near streams, coal fields, and towns, with terms, locations, and contact hints scattered throughout.
Classified ad rates are listed with a disclaimer that the paper cannot guarantee or assume responsibility for errors from telephone advertisements. The notice emphasizes accuracy is the advertiser’s responsibility.
United Press reports that former bankrupt Dorr proposes to offer creditors 20 to 36 percent cash on all claims, cancel bankruptcy proceedings, and form a holding company to which half of his net earnings would be paid upon resuming business. Creditors largely favor the scheme.
Reports say Samuel P. Harriman strengthens his position after Wells Fargo ties. Sullivan & Cromwell in Boston offer 800 dollars per share to New England holders, claiming to buy stock for Harriman. Weiss-Paulgo stock traded at 216 dollars in New York with 10 percent dividends and strong earnings. George F. Russell, treasurer-elect, was initiated into Elkdom by a lodge ceremony signaling his rising prominence.
On the front it notes Blue Funnel and Teucer did not sail yesterday from Yokohama and are due Beattie on the 24th. Indianapolis and Flyer lay over for repairs but both returned to service. Governor arrived from San Francisco last night with a large passenger list and good cargo after a smooth voyage.
A city discussion outlines vaccination plans with doctors weighing outcomes and public opposition. Officials consider reaching about 75 percent support or acceptance, reflecting concerns about mandatory inoculations and consent.
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