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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Nov 22, 1906

Page

7

La Follette Explains Representational Government in Wisconsin Speech

Senator Robert M of Wisconsin spoke at Methods Church on the aim of government to be as near the people as possible. He argued Jeffersonian ideal of pure democracy is impractical and urged a representative system where citizens voice through elected reps, warning that failure of reps severs the people from government.

Robert M Wisconsin LaPollette Gover Waas Thomas Jefferson

Pantages New Venture Brings Moving Pictures to Town

The Pantages clan and partners launched a new venture bringing moving pictures to the Duwamish valley area. William Harbeck and Mat, along with others, operated the machine and faced rough conditions as the crew explored new ventures and secured orders from distant cities including York, Paris, and San Francisco.

Moving Pictures Aled Pantages Duwamish Valleys William Harbeck Mat Atere Vessey Fers Moving Picture Beattie York Paris San

Property sales and deeds detailed in Newell report

Newell lists multiple land transactions including parcels near Maple and Westlake, with prices from 14 cents per acre to 54 000 dollars. Clients mentioned include Patrick Lemey and D T Denny, with parcels in Fifth Additions, Holmes, Park Holmes, and the Puget Bound Arc area. The report notesTracts ranging to about 22 000 dollars and other sales around 16 000 dollars.

Newell TM. Howland Piehi Fies & Baring Nicholas Jabs Kinsale T. Deany Patrick Lemey D. T. Denny Park Holmes Chapland Nember Emalier Weetlake Puget Bound Mary Gilrey Cerrer Epringer

Lake club meeting covers improvements and local concerns

Residents gathered for an evening at the lake club to discuss improvements, better cars, and other matters. Remsberg presided as council members discussed issues affecting the community and related topics before the meeting concluded.

Lake Club Remsberg Kel

Halibut Boxes Arrive as Town Cares for Fishermen

In a murky dispatch a group of coastal residents arrive after nightfall with halibut boxes and gear to aid local fishermen. Town leaders and cannery workers organize burial plans as preparations proceed for a service tomorrow near Juneau.

Hemboldt Gaimen Wynn Jeohn Fing Pritieh Wyn-T- Wichowna Moore Sim Kh Bowell Juneau

Wathifizton Broom & Wood- Sompany Faces Export Debate

Wathifizton Broom and Wood- Company of Ross faced a dispute over exporting new machines and has decided to reopen with a non-entrant policy if the old force does not return to work.

Wathifizton Broom & Wood- Sompany Ross

The Final Offer of Will Services Promised

A terse notice promises peaceful passing through will services offered. The message claims to provide an honest will and positions itself as an executor for clients seeking help with estate documents.

Senator La Follette to Speak at University Tonight

Senator Robert La Follette will deliver his postponed lecture at the university this evening, attracting students and faculty seeking his views on policy and reform.

Robert la Follette

Forgives Theft of Si6 and Violent Feud in Naples

Ciro Carmee, a Naples University graduate, was shot after being accused of stealing $14 and avoiding disgrace. He was operated on at Wayside hospital but bullet proved inoperable and he was moved to Providence by locals who also funded his care. A later fund was raised to purchase a net for Leonen Valle, planned for Friday afternoon.

Ciro Carmee University of Naples Rimeelf Cartesi Providence Leonenvalle Father O'Brien Birtekeen Hall

City to lay water mains. $11,000 from general fund

The fire and water committee recommended an ordinance to lay a water main on Blaine from 10th North to the alley between 11th and 11th and along Eighth Ave. A $1.42 per front foot assessment on abutting properties was proposed. The city would spend $11,000 from the general fund for the improvement.

Maine Hblaine

Alaska steamer pulled from northern route over coal shortage

The Alaska Steamship Company reports its steamer will not sail this week and will be taken off the northern route for the winter due to scarce coal in the Farallon. Only the Dirigo and the Dolphin will remain on the northern route.

Alaska Farallon Alaska Steamship Conpony Winter Company Dirigo Dalphin

Name Change Granted for Charles Elliott Ryberg

The court approved Charles Elliott Ryberg changing his name to C Elliott. Judge Frater granted the petition, noting the desire to preserve the literary tie and avoid hampering the writer’s fame.

Ander Kes Elliott Ryberg C Elliott

Bank Clearances Increase Over Last Year

Financial summary shows figures for Nov 22 1906 and Nov 23 1906 with total clearances of 1918.66 09 LOG6 188 34 and an overall increase of .8 955 066.76 compared with the same date a year earlier.

Young Sloane Weakens in Court in Day of Testimony

Spokane November 22 The trial of Sidney Sloane for murder at Ames Stoane proceeds rapidly as jurors view portions of the dead man's clothing. The young defendant showed signs of strain but finished the day without collapse. His mother attended for the first time. defense seeks to prove insanity tied to hereditary alcoholism.

Scripps Telegraph Service Spokane Sidney Sloane Yoames F. Stoane City Aus Ng Sloane

Tonopah Man Bamboozled Over Mock Ten Thousand Scam

Peter Pax of Tonopah Nevada reported to Chicago police that two strangers asked him to guard ten thousand dollars. He posted 165 in cash as security and found the rolled money was an old newspaper wrapped in one-dollar bills. County commissioners awarded 1906 tax roll printing to Lowman and Ham Ford for 975. The state fire warden urged King County to fund this year’s shortfall while the prosecuting attorney argued against county subscriptions. The fire warden’s report shows King County forest costs to extinguish amount to 1100.

Revioes Telegraph Service Chicago Peter Pax Tonopah Nev King County Pott

City graft probe begins as grand jury hears Graney

San Francisco grand jury launches investigation into the fight trust with Eddie Graney as the first witness. Indictments for bribery and extortion rumored for Graney and Ruef in the Belvedere music hall case. Ruef silent on graft talks, Graney nervous entering the room. New York reports Mayor Schmits aboard the Patricia, arrival not expected to trigger immediate arrest.

Seppe Telegraph Service San Francisco Grand Jury Fight Trust Eddie Graney Graney Fuef Ruef Belvedere Schmits New York Patrica Mayor Schmits Mia Schmits Behmux Patricia Sandy Hook

Trusts and mining policy topics dominate Kansas gathering

William Bryen announces a speech on Trusts while Secretary Shaw discusses finance. A resolution to open Alaska to homesteading is read. Colorado School of Mines President Alderson urges government support for mining research and department creation. Trans Missippi delegates including Brow Bound and H M Weed linger awaiting arrival in western Kansas.

Kansas City New William Bryen Shaw Alaska Congress Alderson Colorado School of Mines Department of Mines and Mining TT Pryor Texas Cattlentin Germany France H. Fh. Weed Hawaii Wilson Mantia Fh. P. Wilson Oregon

Mass Meeting at Ballard New City Ticket Planned

Ballard held a mass meeting at Sypher's hall on November 12 to nominate a ticket for the city election. An annexation committee invited prominent annexationists to attend. none have accepted leadership roles yet.

Mar Ballard

Train Schedules Resume Amid Rail Route Delays in Seattle

Seattle rail updates show Great Northern lines open to local and eastern points while Northern Pacific runs overland via Spokane to Portland. From Hot Springs east, service is tied up for days. Regular North Coast limited arrives and departs. overland trains from Portland follow altered schedules with mail and passenger counts noted.

Seattle Great Northern Northern Pacific Spokane Portland Evsr Hot Springs Elensburg North Coast Limited

Libel Case Over Steamer Jeanie Damages Sought

The steamer Jeanie was libelled after the Dix wreck near Alki Point. Meattlre Alki Point Transportation Co filed in federal court seeking 25000 dollars against Alaska Coast Co and the Jeanie over alleged negligence tied to statements by Captain Mason.

Jeanie Little Sound Dix British Columbia Jeanie Ta Mason Yes Meattlre & Alki Point Transportation Company Alaska Coast Company Jeante

Woman burned to death in Welser Idaho lamp explosion

Mrs. J. K. Utely of Welser Idaho was burned to death last night after she toppled a lamp causing an explosion that ignited her clothing.

Beri Triegraph Services Hose Idaho

Resignations and trials reported in Telegraph Briefs

Ottawa judge Dougherty resigns from the supreme court after fifteen years. Winnipeg man Fred Hyrk sentenced to fifteen years for manslaughter. Gravesend immigration officials intercept thirty two Chinese travelers en route to Liverpool. Muskegon reports stormy seas endangering Ravifix crew with possible loss. Minneapolis notes rumor of United Mine Workers’ disbandment false. Sydney reports the Australian steamer ashore off Vashon head with total loss feared.

Winni Man Fred Hyrk London Liverpool Gravesppol Immigton Immigrom Board

Thanksgiving Rug and Carpet Sale Featured in Local Notice

Thanksgiving Day weddings aside this ad promotes a Rug and Carpet Sale at Century Furniture Co. It highlights priced carpeting by yard and square foot, with examples like Brussels and Ingrain carpets and a 9x12-ft mat, including making and laying. It mentions Me, Me? and local streets in Centry Furniture Co. listings.

Century Furniture Co Cer Indave Spring St

Italian to Be Hanged for Murder in Canada

Summary of a disjointed collection of international clippings: the Italian convict in Winnipeg faces execution on January 15 for murder. Additional items note a Nome miner with Canadian parental ties, Belgium banning lottery ads in newspapers, Mrs. Jefferson Davis heirship claims in Mississippi, and multiple unrelated police and court notes from Wisconsin Montana and Kansas City.

Winipeg

Pugnacious Judge Fined in June Billiard Room Assault

Circuit Judge Norris pleaded guilty to an assault case in Marion. He was fined $26 for an incident in June at the Commercial Club billiard room involving Marty Burckhardt.

Marion Norris Marty Burckhardt Commercial Club

War budget introduced in Reichstag for Southwest Africa

BERLIN November 12 The reichstag budget totaling 7 3000 to cover war expenses in German Southwest Africa is approved at 26 500 000 marks for the fiscal year ending March 3 1907. Montreal November 2 The Allan Hoe steamship Bavarian, cast ashore near Quebec in October, has been refloated by wreckers hired by the underwriters.

Berlin Ocr German Southwest Africa Montreal Allan Hoe Bavarian Wyerocka Quebec

Steamer Abandoned and Repairs Planned in Quebec

In Nashville Tennessee on November 22 details say the steamer was abandoned and will be towed to Quebec for temporary repairs while John W Gaines II faces scrutiny in St Louis. Separately New Haven Connecticut reports the national civil service reform group reelected Dr Daniel C Gilman of Baltimore as president with the full council retaining seats.

Ates Humphrey Horace McClure Chain of Commerce John H. Graw National Rivers and Harbors Press Washington, D.C New Haven Conn National Civil Service Reform Daniel C. Gilman Baltimore

Youth Killed Jumping on Train at Kingston Event

Vincent Turcott, 15, died after jumping onto a train at a Kingston location during a function. He and three other youths were involved in the incident, details indicate it occurred on November 22.

Kingston Can Vincent Turcott

Thanksgiving turkey shortage sparks prices and supply note

Article notes a big shortage of turkeys for Thanksgiving while promising a full supply of a $500 coat mannequin at Century Furniture Co. Prices listed as $3.56 for Monday and Saturday sales. Cursory details mention Wellsville and nickel plated urns and trim items.

Mentera Wellsville Century Puroiture Co Cor Ind Ave Spring

The Greatest Closing Out Sale at 1N Iter

A historical sale notice touts drastic price cuts on ladies garments and accessories including blouses, suits, petticoats, and coats. It urges shoppers to come early before stock is exhausted, listing former prices and sale prices in bold terms across several items.

London Pero Cecivesecress Bale Dtic Cescsore Rccess

Local outdoor shop advertises boots and hunting gear

A.le Hall at 1111 Firetave offers small high grade waterproof boots fully guaranteed at seven dollars per pair. Large stock includes hunting coats gun fixtures and related items always in stock.

A.le Hall

Pianos Sell Half of Coast's Market Share

Advertisers declare that more than half of all pianos sold on the coast come from this retailer. The claim highlights the store's dominant position in local piano sales.

Turkey Prices Hit High for Thanksgiving Bounty

News briefs report Thanksgiving turkey prices rising to 36 to 40 cents a pound amid a retail spread. A blackhead disease sweeping the East kills thousands of birds, while reports of Carnegie promising funds to Congress member Bartholdt were denied by Carnegie.

New York

Thanksgiving Eel Carving Sets Promote Holiday Gear

Local ad offers turkey carving eel and Piper Taft at 1024 Second Ave. Highlights include long and short blades of fine steel and stag horn handles. 1 X. L. brand from Wortenholm Carr era advertised as premium. Sets priced from 2.75 to 6.60 dollars, three piece sets from 1.50 and up.

Turkey Piper @ Taft Second Ave X. L Wortenholm Carrera

Notice to Subscribers Ensuring Prompt Delivery

Subscribers are urged to call 1060 Indepent 113% between 6 and 7 PM if their copy fails to arrive by 6. In case of missing issues, callers should notify each time to ensure perfect service. The Star emphasizes reliable delivery.

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