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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1906
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR text shows scattered phrases and numbers without clear context or named entities. The readable bits mention an amount or price and a few stray words, but no coherent event, person, organization, date, or location to anchor a summary.
Word received reports a daylight robbery near Round Moon where bandits halted a Manila bound cart, grabbed the ox and driver, and took a sum of money. Police investigation ongoing.
The fragment references a Grand Week attraction at a carriage fair, with lines about Dan Jeasle Busteyie leading a new product and Miriast Michelson described as a newspaper reader. It hints at a possible antagonist in the muddled text.
Copenhagen reports that two Danish engineers have devised a method to produce petroleum from tar. The report suggests that John D. Rockefeller may purchase the process.
Charles W. Stewart, an engineer on the Dolphin, has been sum for 40 days by the United States marine inspector for a slight breach of discipline.
Voters are reminded that registration is light as the books close at midnight October 16. The expected total will not reach 25,000 as last year’s 30,000.
The Grand hosts Roller Gotch wrestling tonight and Sunday with Louis James's company presenting The Merry Wives of Windsor and A Millionaire Tramp. At Third Avenue attention turns to Laurette Taylor in costume and previews for The Lighthouse by the Sea. Star Theater features Clark's Dog and Monkey circus with matinees leading to Lost Paradise finale at the Lets theater. Arabian Nights follows next week.
City council reviews 1907 budget amid cautions as Beattie plans a larger tax levy. Treasurer and legal departments approve expenditures totaling $64,190 with salaries rising for several officials. The finance committee examines increases, noting a tentative overall rise in the year ahead.
Marcasla, a farmer, visited the city to buy winter clothing but stopped for drinks. He spent all his money and was found in a drunken stupor by Patrolmen Lockwood and Corbett. He will be held until sober and return home without the clothes.
Yesterday August Triviere proposed to the park board a public comfort shelter on the triangle known as Forteen Place Seconday. Estimated cost is 10000 dollars.
The Holland Society of Puget Bound was organized last night in the Brander hotel to perpetuate the virtues of the Dutch race. The new group aims to promote Dutch heritage within the community and foster cultural activities.
A receiver for the Western Paint company of this city is asked to be appointed in a complaint filed by Twin City Varnish company of Minnesota. The action alleges the defendant firm is indebted.
Andrew Carnegie has given an additional 12 600 pounds to St Andrews University for its physical laboratory. The gift increases support for scientific research and facilities at the university.
The Cooperative Home Builders' Association can no longer transact business in the state nor move assets out of the court’s jurisdiction. Judge Frater aligned the order. If the association does not resolve its difficulties with the state auditor within sixty days a receiver will be appointed.
A city body approves a street widening project to improve traffic flow and safety. The plan recommends extending a corridor by 2.4 feet and aligns with measures to smooth the average congestion level across the district.
A brief urban ad notes a better hat than the three dollar Bargar Wey style with Sillagar and Darkman as sole agents located at 1310 fad avenue. Details are sparse but identify agents and location.
Gua Lindstrom a laborer living with William Foley at Ballard vanished suddenly leaving a board bill unpaid. Police seek Lindstrom on the missing person case.
The Arisonian of the Hawaiian American line will stay in San Francisco while transferring cargo to the American for Seattle. The Arigonian is to remain in port until Tehauntepee service opens.
Northwestern Trust Md Saf it company seeks a superior court judgment against Con traved Coal Company for the sum of FP 8194.
A note hints at forthcoming coverage in The Star about the Green Lake development and its municipal agenda. It mentions T. P. Fay and a firet ante gardenent as context for tomorrow’s page.
Property owners and the streets committee met informally last afternoon to review a proposal to widen Pine Street from IET Avenue to Melrose Avenue. The plan would extend the roadway to 60 feet and take seven feet from each side, reducing the original gutter-to-gutter width by seven feet on both sides.
County Clerk Otto A Cane expects his office remodeling to be ordered by the board of county commissioners and work to begin immediately.
In a terse notice the listing from NN Brooks & Co at 1331 Enday details men’s weights and qualities. The fragment suggests a catalog or advertisement style entry for male garments or goods with emphasis on weight and quality.
Readers are invited to visit the store’s Den room offering a lounge space for relaxation or solitude. The display features a window hat style, magazine rack, cherry curtains, a roomy table, and winter fixtures. Visitors can interview drapery staff for information and browse sale inventory with low prices on all materials.
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