Seattle street car consolidation denied for now
The proposed consolidation of Seattle street car lines is not advancing toward a new franchise. Investors hold limited control, high stock prices stall purchases, and a unified franchise would cut receipts by about 35 percent. Planned electric conversions and new extensions could redraw routes and create a major new junction near City Park.
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New Jersey
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Ballard
Union Trunk
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Front Street
Pike Street
Pike
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Twelfth Avenue
City Park
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Broadway
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Lake
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Odd Attachment Shows Bond Between Animals
A Welsh village tale recounts a pig and a dog forming a steadfast bond after escape and shared wandering. The pair trotted home together with the dog leading, a remarkable display of affection and loyalty observed by a cottage community.
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London
Pural Parieh
North Wales
Dais Cottage
Why He Stays Single Henry James Advocates Bachelor Life
The essayist notes Henry James remains unmarried, arguing artists should stay single to avoid domestic tensions that strain genius. It mentions James’s London bachelor apartments and suggests he is not disliked by women nor hostile to the opposite sex.
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Henry James
James
London
Paria
Zola
Joseph Reinach
Dreyfus
Reinach i
Col. Henry
Population at Next Census by Mulhall
The distinguished statistician M. Mulhall writes in the October North American Review on Five Years of American Progress. He presents figures and analysis predicting U.S. population trends at the next census and notes immigration decline linked to European pauperism concerns.
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M. @. Mulhall
Real Republic
North American Review
Mulhall
United States
Must Carry His Cross
An elderly man refuses to pursue a thief, stating he will not help Bob Beatties and will let him serve his sentence after forty years of duty. The story center follows a wife in tears over the theft of their daughter and the father's decision not to intervene.
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Melissy
Bob Beatties
Bob
How to Make a Xylophone from Wood and Felt
Instructions describe building a wooden xylophone from track walnut or hickory with 16 keys cut to varying lengths. It covers shaping, tuning by piano reference, spacing holes 2½ inches apart, padding with felt, and stringing keys together, plus drumsticks from small blocks.
Petticoat Perfection in Fashions of 1899
The article surveys late 1890s fashion with focus on petticoats and outer skirts. It notes silk underskirts shaping hips, skirts expanding below the knee, and evening wear features. It highlights abundant lace, chiffon, fringed ribbons, ruffles, flower appliques, and cordings as adornment, contrasting ornate pieces with plainer, well fitted designs.
The Bulb Fever Spreads Among Amateur Florists
The florists report rapid spread of bulb fever among amateurs. Planting of hardy millets, hyacinths, tulips, and other blooms may occur in fall for early spring blossoms. Tuberous roots and geraniums are highlighted for winter and spring displays with White Swan and other varieties prized.
Steamer Malmn Sinks Off Hartpool
The steamer Malmn sank near Hartpool this morning. Four crew members were drowned in the disaster.
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Hartpool
England
Malmn
Cornfed Philosopher Satirizes American Household Folly
A humorous exchange mocks manners and domestic life in rural America. A farmer jokes about a postmaster wife, a city girl misreads a Leghorn rooster, and others comment on marriage, finances, and fashion as the crowd cheers a light, ironic look at everyday modern life.
Rumor Swirls Around School Election Candidacy
The coming school election sparks talk of party clashes as candidates emerge. Registration opened October 10 with 66 citizens by noon, eight women already on the books, and a closing deadline November 29. Rumor highlights socialite Mrs. a prominent candidate and Thomas Even from ward one mobilizing supporters. G V Calhoun and H C Hughes listed as candidates for the board of education.
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Hee
Dirigo Brings Gold and Mahogany to Port Tomorrow
A report from Vic Tora says the steamer Dirigo will dock tomorrow morning carrying one million and a quarter dollars in gold and 350 tons of Mah. The arrival promises a substantial shipment and economic activity for the port.
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Victora
Dirigo
Bustling Times Quip Highlights Editor’s Perspective
A witty editorial aside contrasts bustling times with lack of clear direction, noting scarce suggestion of progress. The quip hints at editors observing social or cultural shifts, pondering what remains meaningful amid rapid changes.
Doctor Powell Reeves Cures Patient in Ballard Washington
A Ballard resident recounts being cured by Dr Powell Reeves after trying several doctors. He cites kidney stomach and bowel issues and praises Reeves for his treatment. He urges sick people to consult Reeves and notes correspondence sent to Curtie Hardware Store in Ballard P O.
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Bicox
Wester Way
Seattle
Cartwy
Jorl Vrasey
Beattice
Wash
Seettig
Ballard
P. O
Quities Hardware
Stowe
Powell Reaver
Pont-inteler
Reeves
Heevres
Joversey
Curtie Hardware Store
He Cured My Consumption Claims From Dr Reeves
A fragmentary testimonial extols Dr Reeves for curing consumption after two doctors supposedly doomed the patient. The text, damaged and partial, also mentions an inability to breathe through the nose and refers to medical treatment.
Reeves Cure Promises for Various Ailments
Patients praise Doctor Reeves for remedies addressing tonsils bronchial tubes lungs head throat ears eyes larynx and general health recovery. Testimonials claim relief from cough bronchitis headaches deafness eye loss and recurrent colds after inhalation therapy and homeopathic treatment.
Deaf Mute Hearing Restored by Dr Reeves Claim
Out of town notices tout Dr Reeves as a cure-all for various ailments. A sister's advice led to a cure for sore throat and multiple other conditions including bronchitis dyspepsia and eye issues. The advertisements promise dramatic medical recoveries and invite patients to write for treatment.
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Dr. Reeves
Reeves
I Healed Deafness by Eye Doctor Reeves
A patient credits Dr. Reeves with curing deafness and restoring sight after years of blurring pain. The account claims rapid improvement and relief from prior unsuccessful treatments from other doctors over six years.
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Reeves
Doctor Heeves Cures Severe Stomach Ailment
A patient recounts severe stomach pain belching and weight loss of forty pounds in a year. After visiting Dr Heeves the patient reports a full recovery and gratitude for the doctor’s care.
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Heeves
Mackintosh coats in bold sale prices listed
Children brown double texture Mackintosh at 2.65, ladies binack navy serge at 4.00, men's black Berge box coat at 4.95, children navy serge at 4.85, Lediew brown tweed at 6.85, men’s English cheviott at 7.00. Inlaid velvet collars and stylish finishes highlighted.
Cured Me of Catarrh by Dr Reeves Treatment
A testimonial recalls long standing catarrh with head and throat effects and nasal growths. The speaker credits Dr Reeves new treatment as splendid and says it did more than anything before, recommending it to friends.
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