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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1906
Page
4
A colonial-era article warns against cynicism about Africa and presents a proclamation posted across Barotseland. It describes Lewantka the local chief, a harsh land where force ruled, people endured poverty, and slaves were traded. The piece invites readers to reconsider prejudice.
The paramount chief Lebanika proclaims abolition of slavery among the Barotee nation and subject tribes. He states the aim to end slave exchange, reunite families, and advance justice and progress, urging rulers to adopt humane reforms.
Two men entered a Japanese pool room on South Front Street at night and held up the proprietor. One robber escaped with eight dollars in gold while a Chinese patron was severely injured and left in critical condition. Al Murdock has been arrested in connection with the crime.
The Plymouth Congregational church purchased three lots at Harvard and Union for $67,500 to build a new church edifice next spring. The current church property at Thirday and University has been offered for $266,000 with several bids received.
Lewis N. Rosenbaum today par ay and Cherry et described as jets 5 and block 79 of C. C. Terry's First addition. Mr. Rosenbaum purchased this for an investment and future improvement with a modern hotel building.
A fragment from The Star features a contest urging brief yarns and prizes including a second prize of $1. The page mixes jokes, misconstrued dialogue, and local notices with brief tidbits about marriages, a court appearance, and odd street captions referencing Fort Lawton and local landmarks.
In an open court Boott’s wife denounced him for drinking and was promised that she would stay away. A $500 bond would be required if trouble recurs. The steam schooner Beotia, ashore at Humboldt Bay, was refloated and proceeded seaward. the Roanoke, also afloat, avoided a collision near the south cape.
Pmily Carroll a 26 year old woman appeared before Judge Gordon after a bruised face and black eye were shown. Vagrancy charges were filed, but evidence indicated she suffered abuse from Alexi Scott when intoxicated, leaving her dependent and fearful.
The Pantorium advertises cleaning services to restore worn items to new condition, inviting customers to bring in their clothes or shoes for rejuvenation and bright results.
The bark Ama Begonnkoa, Uruguay’s flag bearing ship, reached Port Townsend yesterday, two weeks from Saltanas Cruz. En route to Tacoma to load for South America, the training ship carries 16 boys under Spanish ownership and command.
Local shop announces new woolen fabrics and correct styles available at 1429 Ind Avenue. Sales staff highlight updated lines from Fi liott Metivregor with emphasis on quality and fashion.
Prices on lots are low and terms allow easy purchase for a home in the Laurelhurst district. This opportunity invites buyers to secure property in a growing area with affordable financing options.
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