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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1906
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss merger implications between Chicago based rail interests and Minnesota lines. It references James J and Great Northern, noting questions about absorption terms and whether state laws allow or restrict a merger and railroad consolidations.
Narrator notes travel over Lake Atlin trail is impossible due to washed out paths and deep waters. The party, led by mining figure J H Raffner, postpones plans for weeks as conditions block crossing between Lex Cabin and the lake, while reports hint at property purchases by the Que and potential large-scale work forthcoming.
Johnson, known as the candy man of Second and Way, was taken to the city jail as one of the first arrests under the new street peddling ordinance. The measure bans peanut stands and lunch carts west of Eighth and near Jackson Street and Denny Way.
A joint committee of the Mann association and the Protective association met yesterday in October and appointed an executive committee of J. B. Stewart and R. R. Clark to advocate against freight rate equality. The committee will seek ways to protect local merchants from coast city rate increases during shipping tests following a Detroit visit.
Chicago reports railroads will implement a more conservative policy on expenditures due to higher labor and maintenance costs. Officials across the industry have discussed the move in deliberations over the past three months, expecting broad approval from United States roads.
At yesterday's chamber meeting a resolution praised the A. Y. P. exposition and stated the country would improve terms with foreign nations and boost trade. It urged Washington to participate and the U S to erect a government building with an exhibit, including a special Alaska resources display.
A new Amateur Athletic Union ruling bars college men from competing for both college and club teams in one season. Pacific coast programs face losses as university players leave Beattie Athletic Club rosters and Stanford rowers depart Portland Rowing Club teams. Basketball and track may feel effects if the rule takes full effect this year.
Following Byron N. White, a Spokane syndicate led by W. J. Blumendorf has secured titles in the Whitehorse copper camp. The Beat Chance mine was acquired by Americans and a bonding and working arrangement has been made regarding the site.
County Game Warden H Rett reports to the state fish commissioner that from June 1 to November 1, 2395 hunter licenses were sold with 73 arrests and 596.30 dollars in fines collected. Recommendations address hunters laws and game protection including raising cougar bounty to 20 dollars. Governor W B Hoggatt arrives in Washington for talks with President Roosevelt and the Interior Department on Alaska matters.
The article outlines that ordinary IOUs have a three year time limit in state law, while when inserted into a formal contract the limit extends to six years.
Italian composer Leoncavallo will conduct La Beale orchestra and leading artists in a program at the Grand Friday night. The advance sale set a record. program includes Pagliacci and Boheme selections with noted performers. James ONeil slated to open Sunday night in The Count of Monte Cristo.
The Sign of the Four era lights up the Lol Theater as Pantages players entertain crowds all week. Enthusiastic reception marks the intense run, reflecting strong local support for the company's stage work.
The article notes future protection against floods through a stand safe dike across the border. It says residents of Oxbow faced little danger and property damage was slight. Rail service was knocked out for a week, but the flood was among the worst in years.
The note announces no matinee this afternoon or tomorrow for The Sign of the Four and mentions an upcoming May Blossom production.
A newspaper writer adapts Two Johns into a humorous stage production at the tle theater this week. It is funny and runs through June at the Seattle theater. Peck's Bad Boy comes to the Seattle theater next Sunday and was written by another newspaper man.
The Wonderland Exhibit this week highlights San Francisco trips and railroad views along with baby incubators as its main draw for visitors.
Manager Cort announces Maude Fealy will appear in The Illusion of Beatrice at Beattie for Thanksgiving night and the two following performances. Fealy, a young yet highly regarded star, heads a strong New York company in a major theatre event for the season.
In Denver on November 22 the Missouri Pacific railroad was fined by the United States district court for violating the safety appliance law.
Fixed rates for November December and January due and payable at city hall from 1st to 26th inclusive. Delinquent December 1. District includes area between Union and B Union Galer West Galer East Galer streets. Meter rents due monthly from 1st to 26th. delinquent after the 20th.
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