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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1908
Page
3
The text describes a Thanksgiving table centerpiece of four glass candle sticks with yellow candies and colored shades, surrounded by red and yellow apples and purple pears. It then lists a six-person menu with a $3.75 cost and a recipe for a health tonic, followed by detailed instructions for a crown roast of pork, sides, pastry, and serving suggestions for Thanksgiving day.
J Barr reported to police that a man took $76 from his house at 122 Secondary Street last night. Barr shares the dwelling with Job R who was present. police seized gear and began investigation into the incident.
After a long halt due to financial issues the Beattie Lake Ington Waterway Association resumes efforts to repair and improve the Hast and Weet waterways. Work is set to begin anew with plans to restore navigation and enhance local access.
Los Angeles reports Fred Welsh asserts Attel will face a tough test as Attel has drawn with Moran who lost to Stanley Ketchel and Digg er Stanley. Welsh says he must win to avoid disgrace and predicts a hard bout at Vernon on Thanksgiving eve. Betting at standstill with Attel favored.
A Ballard committee led by A. B. Ruffner and W. Nh seeks a formal portion of the 1,000,000 park bond money to be voted next month. The Ballard Beach area, near Salmon Bay, is criticized for small size and poor condition. A petition signed by 370 Ballard Reach families requests Seattle Electric Co. leave to use First Ave instead of Western Ave and will go to the council. The corporation committee will handle it. Ballard residents plan a large turnout next Wednesday.
Washington November 23 Treasury report lists receipts 2 188 396 disbursements 2 The fragment notes a Treasury Statement detailing revenue and outlays with a large deficit implied by the figures.
Classified brief offers a used Gunes-1 Remington automatic shotgun priced at 28 dollars with a 16 gauge barrel and accessories. The ad lists contact A. L. Mall at 1111 First Ave for details and purchase.
Members of the Methodist Ministerial Association pressed strict enforcement of the Sunday closing law for theatres and places of amusement. Rev. C. J. Kahlgren urged petitions to the mayor while other ministers urged careful action and prosecution if needed. A three member committee will study the issue and report in two weeks.
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