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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1908

Page

7

Steering Clear Of County Trusteeship Signals Cautious GOP Stand

A county Republican committee declares it will steer clear of endorsing any candidate for county treasurer until a vacancy exists and the county commissioners can appoint. The group aims to ensure capable, honest filing and avoid dictating appointments while supporting candidates aligned with taxpayers’ interests. Friends of Col Gormley claim legal grounds to hold office unless Russell resigns.

Ok County George Condi Fiona Terhune Gormley Hoang Col Gormley Russell

Age of Terror E by Craigvar and the Craigvar voyage

The Craigvar battles heavy seas after a fierce typhoon blows through the Oriental waters. The crew jettisoned cargo and burnt coal to survive nine days afloat, narrowly reaching land after a long endurance voyage.

Age OF Terror E BY Craigvar Steep

Accident on Madison street cable line narrowly avoided

A serious crash on the Madison street cable line was averted yesterday afternoon when car No. 53 left its rear tracks at Fourth Avenue but did not overturn onto the planking. Minor injuries or casualties were reported and the event prompted a safety review.

Madison St Fourth Av

Eight Sons Following Father as Clerical Sons in Londonderry

Rev J and his wife Le Manies lead a remarkable family reunion as eight of his sons join him in ministry. The father has served over the church in Londonderry for 49 years, and on Sundays he preaches while his eight clerical sons conduct gospel services in eight other Presbyterian pulpits.

Corkey Wer le Manies Londonderry

Defective shoe brake blamed for rooftop car mishap

An accident occurred about ten feet above ground when a car on a roof with planking could have fallen further. Officials attribute the near disaster to a defective shoe brake.

Christian Science Lecture by Bicknell Young

Bicknell Young of China Christian Science will give the semiannual lecture for the Church of Christ Scientist. The address is at the Dreamland rink Sunday afternoon at o clock and again at 8 o clock the same evening.

Christian Science Bicknell Young China Iet Church of Christ, Scientiat Dreamland Rink

Looks Bad for Police Chief

United Press reports in San Francisco that Chief Magy may face resignation after a coroner’s inquest into Morris Haas’s death by his own hand in the county jail. Testimony shows Magy led the search of Haas, prompting questions of officer conduct and potential charges of inefficiency.

United Press San Francisco Magy Morris Haas Hana Charles FxGroat Rans Higgy Biggy Haas Littl Derringer Wm J. Burne Piggy Thomas S&s. Duke Otto A. Fremer Francia J. Heney Premer Stremer

Divorce Granted With Monthly Alimony For Ferris Spouse

In superior court this morning Bea trice Ferris was granted a divorce from Benjamin Ferris a real estate man with offices in the Boston Block. Cruelty and incompatibility were cited. Ferris owns the yacht Linda valued at 3000 and earns 200 to 960 monthly. Attorney fees of 175 were awarded to the plaintiff.

Gtuperior Beatrice Ferris Benjamin Ferris Boston Block Ferrin Linda

Pan American Rail Route Distances Map the Americas

The text outlines rail connections from New York to Buenos Aires via the Pan American route. It lists distances such as 5706 miles from New York to the southern part of Mexico and 6430 miles from that border to Buenos Aires, noting the continents connected by rail.

New York Buenos Ayres Mexico

Editor Nelson of Kansas City Star eyed for Paris ambassadorship

United Press reports that Nelson, known for backing Roosevelt and Taft, is expected to receive a top diplomatic post in Paris or a similar high assignment when the new White House occupant takes office in March.

United Press Kansasity Roosevelt Taft Col. W. KR Nelson The Kansas City Star Paris White House

Ancestry of Edward Wil Traced for 600 Years

The fragment notes a man named Edward Wil with seven or more children who is nearly exempt from taxes in France, and mentions his lineage stretching back about six centuries.

France Edward

Handkerchiefs on Sale in Plain and Fancy Styles

A shopper’s list notes women’s hemstitch and embroidered corner handkerchiefs priced at 5c and 9 percent, 3 for 25c, plus silk and linen varieties at 17c or 3 for 50c. Men’s colored and plain hemstitched all linen handkerchiefs sell for 15c, and pillow top options at 10c.

Ribbon Prices Offer All-Silk and Satin Taf feta

Advert tonight lists ribbons including 3 percent inch all silk taf feta at 1s yard 47 inch all silk taf feta at 17 cents yard 44 inch satin taffeta at 25 cents yard and extra heavy all taffeta at 27 cents yard.

Trimmed Hats Highlight Special Values In Sale

Trimmed hats are priced at 3.75 and 4.95 for Children's Tam o Shanter styles. The 4.95 line offers felt, beaver and velvet hats, fur turbans, and fur crown rims with trim. Trim mings feature feathers and flowers. At 3.75 a cool rimmed hat assortment appears. Wings and feathers priced from 0.20 upward.

Bows Jabots Stocks and Ascots at Low Prices

Catalog note lists neckwear including bows jabots and stocks priced at 8 to 15 cents each. Boxes offer net ruching at 25 cents per box. Linen tailored stocks available in white and colors at 25 cents.

Veilings and plain hairlines fabric at low prices

Plain and fancy dotted veiling and tuxe fabrics in multiple color options including black white navy brown tan sky pink light red purple myrtle and champagne priced at 10c and 17c per yard.

Textile pricing notes for domestics and fabrics

The notice lists prices for 36 inch Bleached Longcloth underwear fabric at 95c for 12 yards, various muslins and calicoes by yard, 32 inch Percales in navy garnet gray at 8 1-3c, 32 inch Cotton Plaids for children at 15c, 27 inch Flannelette 74c and 10c, Dress Ginghams 8 13c, plus mill ends and ends of pieces like Crepes and Canton Flannels offered at material reductions.

Toweling and Household Linen Sale Itemization

Bleached oak 16 inch towels and toweling with 844 yard, 19 by 41 Huck towels, 18 inch Turkey red and blue cotton damask, 9 by 9 damask napkins in mixed linen and cotton. Damask napkins sold in dozens at 79 cents per dozen.

Coats for Women and Children On Sale At Bargain Prices

An offer of Children's Coats at 5.85 features navy dark green red and brown options. Coats have velvet or self collars, broad reverses patch pockets and brass buttons. Women’s coats at 7.50 reveal tweed and novelty striped fabrics in navy gray green brown garnet. Styles are long semi fitted double breasted with large pockets and trimmed in braid or covered buttons.

Copenhagen

Bargain undergarments and house garments on sale

Classified ad lists undermuslins and house dresses priced from 25c to 1.75. Includes cambric drawers, nainsook gowns with Hamburg embroidery, lace trimmed corset covers, long kimonos, dotted Copenhagen dresses, and gingham aprons. Emphasizes quality fabrics and decorative detailing.

Hamburg

Hosiery Bargains Featured in Men and Women Sample Stock

Rare hosiery values with 18¢ per pair for line of men’s sample hose and fancy novelty half hose. Plain black cotton and silk lisle varieties also offered at low prices. Women’s hosiery two pair for 25 cents with plain black cotton seamless hose and fleece lined options. Children’s ribbed cotton stockings two pair for 25 cents with fast black dye. Sizes range from 54 to 94 percent.

Basement Glove Offerings Feature Various Styles and Grades

A listing highlights 8Sc pair gloves including Cape gloves in black and tan with outseam sewing, gray Mocha and white gloves in P. K. and P. X. M. styles. Also 5c pair of imperfect gloves or seconds, plus mended high-grade gloves. Children’s gauntlet gloves offered for the season.

8Sc P. K

Jewelry and Accessories Sale Items List Includes Pins and Bags

A catalog of assorted fashion goods features 48c large metal sash pins with jewel enameled centers, 48cc rose and green finished hair rettes, pearl and turquoise earrings, 25c collar pins, 25c elastic belts, 98c directoire leather bags, 19c sheer-cut shears in small sizes, and 10c hose supporters for women children and infants with sturdy webbing.

Drapery Goods Specials and Curtain Accessories

A local ad lists sample curtains from 19c to 25c per yard with lengths from 1.5 to 2 yards, Nottingham and cable nets, brass and sash rods with varying lengths, lace curtains at 69c per pair, Arabian Nottingham curtains at 85c per pair, Madras at 124c per yard, Silkolines 10c per yard, Art Ticking 19c per yard, and French and English Cretonnes from 39c per yard in multiple lengths.

Nottingham

Drapery Goods on Sale Across Window Linings and Accessories

REMNANTS offers decisive savings on drapery goods including window cur tailing loops fringes and related lines. Local shoppers can compare prices on curtains borders and accessories to refresh interiors with affordable choices.

Value priced knitwear for women and children

Cream ribbed vests and matching pants priced at 25 cents each. Women’s fleece lined high neck vests with long sleeves and ankle length pants. Children's cream vests pants and silver gray shirts drawers and union suits also at 25 cents each. all described as medium weight and durable.

Children’s Union

Good Silks at 48c a Yard Display

An exceptional sale of Plain and Novelty Silks offered at 48 cents a yard. Hundreds of yards available including black Taffeta Herringbone silks in staple and two-tone novelty effects, Louisine and Taffeta Plaid silks in light and dark combos, plus pin stripes chalk lines checks and Pekin striped Louisine in dark and evening shades.

Infants Warm Winter Toques And Play Suits Listed

Infants' winter apparel includes 25e toques for boys and girls in navy blue gray brown and red with matching outfits for sweaters. Also 49e play suits for ages 6 months to 6 years in pink or blue gingham and tan or oxblood chambray, romper style with white piping.

Corset Styles For Average Figures And Slender Types

Advertises 50c corsets in white or drab Jean fabric with low busts and long hips, plus 50c Corselette for slender figures with long princess hips and hose supporters. Also offers 50c Tape Girdle in white with front hose supporters, all in batiste or fancy tape.

Blankets From Eastern Manufacturer Offered in Sale

We offer a complete sample line of blankets from a major Eastern maker. Some are soiled, others perfect, all sold in present condition. A few items are single pairs. White and gray blankets in cheap cotton or fine all wool. Savings are keen.

Bedding prices and fabrics in dark colors and textiles

Advertisement lists heavy comforters in dark colors stitched at 75 cents each. Large cotton comforts at 1 dollar 45 cents. Bleached 81 by 90 sheets and 72 by 90 sheets priced 55 and 39 cents respectively. Bleached pillow cases and smaller pillow fabrics offered at 10 to 12 cents each.

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