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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1908
Page
7
An eight year Portland post office clerk, Straus, was suspended amid allegations of shortages totaling about 4,000 and 6,000 dollars in his accounts. He claimed he was in error about his eyesight and left his desk in April. the investigation followed.
United Press reports in Rham on October 19 that Prosecuting Attorney Peringer issued an order permitting cigar and tobacco shops to stay open on Sundays as long as they refrain from allowing patrons to shake dice for cigarettes.
News Co celebrated an anniversary Saturday by selling out the stock at two stores owned by the company. The tremendous sale drew a thronged crowd, with the big push ending around 10 o clock as customers snapped up goods at the two locations.
New York Supreme Court denied alimony to Claudia Hains in the divorce action against Peter Hains. The court ordered consideration of earnings and assets, with the judge noting the spouse’s salary and inquest into support while proceedings for custody continued.
King Alfonso Victoria leaves Madrid. A late evening incident at a church and state debate drew attention to Paul Bourget's play. The author was praised as themes of duty and conscience stirred discussion. An officer forced doors during inventories, remaining a Catholic.
United States news report states Chicago man Billick convicted of Mary Vreal and her family murder in 1905. Judge K M Landis denied writ of habeas corpus. the appeal to the United Supreme Court awaits.
Louis te in critical condition after a collision near Selma. Jacob J. An B in this city, a Molands leader, was killed instantly when the car struck a truck and flipped. Anderson's wife escaped injuries but their Armenian driver and three Japanese children were unharmed.
A report from the Ladies Letter Carriers association notes Stiepkas and members plan the annual dance event on Villon night. Proceeds are to be dedicated to association activities and member support.
Novel window shade accessory fastens to sash to vent ventilation without damage. Shade Holders installed on windows and hung for 50 cents each.
The article notes expanded display by furniture in the West Buildings and Main Building, highlighting new Fall stocks and fair prices. Special values include a quartered oak Rocker at 5.25, a fumed oak Rocker at 9.50 with cushions, a matching arm chair, an Arts and Crafts Morris Chair at 21.00, and a Mission Rocker at 8.50 with Spanish morocco cushions.
Anti-Carbon kills loose soot in stoves boiler flues and chimneys making soft coal burn as clean as hard coal and reducing chimney fire risk 35 cents per package.
Two designs with recipe and book directions packed in pasteboard box. Set price 50 cents each. Rosette wafer irons offered as a deli dessert tool. Patty irons also available in a 50 cent set.
Housekeepers alerted to price specials on damask and linen in the Linen Section. Heavy Irish linen and damask fabrics priced from $0.75 to $1.45 per yard, plus bleached napkins and pattern cloths with matching Napkins offered at several dollar amounts and sizes.
Wilton Rugs and Domestic Rugs offer multiple patterns and sizes with set prices. Listings include 8-3x10-6 at 20.50 and 9x12 at 22.50 for domestic options, plus Wilton 8-3x10-6 at 27.50 and 9x15 at 40.00. Other sizes include 10-6x13-6 at 35.00, 10-6x15 at 38.75, 11-3x15 at 39.00, and various 9x12 and 8-3x14, with several 10-6x12 and 10-6x15 entries priced up to 49.00.
Prices for 1835 R Wallace six dinner knives or forks in 12 dwt silver with floral design. Individual silver plated salt and pepper casters. Cut glass including Daisy Thistle and Acorn patterns with water bottles, bowls, sugars, creamers and oil cruets priced. Kaiser cut glass and Iris design silverware offered in various sets and pieces.
Special offers feature a solid oak buffet with through-put crafted from white oak, beveled mirror and 20 by 60 inch case. Also a library table in white oak and birch with a mahogany finish, 28 by 46 inches, and a quarter-sawed solid oak rocker with curved back, bent arms, and saddle seat.
Patrons admire the display of cut glass and silverware during the October Sale with special prices highlighted. The glassware shows notable iridescence, and the Marseilles Iris pattern silver-plated ware is praised for practicality and beauty, recommended as October wedding and anniversary gifts.
A new shipment of Comforts arrives featuring 6x7 foot covers in silkoline sateen satin or silk. Prices span from 5.00 to 28.50 with options including wool or down fillings and silk on one side with reverse silkoline or sateen.
Oriental tapestry couch covers offered in Kis Khilim designs nice woven fabrics in blue tan green and red. Plain red and verdure patterns available no fringe measure 60 inches by 3 yards priced at 10.00 dollars.
Marseilles Silver Plated Ware offers five times heavier plating than standard aluminum. Sets of six include Tea Spoons 1.95 Dessert Spoons 3.45 Table Spoons 3.90 Bouillon Spoons 2.75 Coffee Spoons 1.75 Butter Spreaders 2.75 and Salad Forks 3.00 with bold, limited discounts.
County Auditor Agnew was notified by Stephen H. Bearcleff secretary of the socialist labor party that the party will not pay filing fees for candidates. As a result the party’s nominees for prosecuting attorney, justice of the peace, superintendent of schools, county engineer, and the office described as cornerer will not appear on the official ballot.
United Spanish War Veterans announce the first ampker of the season at their hall 1073 Myget Avenue on Thursday evening in October.
Democratic vice presidential nominee Sha W. Kern said labor support could carry New York and influence New Jersey and Connecticut. He noted strong labor backing after returning from Bridgeport and planned speeches in Utica to rally voters. Green takes opponents to Meadow Place assessment. tax hike likely.
2 000 lots a dollar apiece to fight the assessment on the grounds that the boulevard from Green Lake to the university is a general benefit and that a large share of the cost should come from the general fund.
An explosion in the mixing room of the Miberford company near Springfield fatally injures two workers and seriously hurts ten others. The blast wrecked the plant interior while victims are being rushed to area hospitals.
Four Democratic candidates entered a socialist headquarters last night and endured a tough grilling. The unanswerable questions left the speakers on edge, drawing mixed amusement from the audience. C. R. Hawkins ran for prosecuting attorney, Ben F. Shields for county commissioner, A. Booth for the legislature, and W. G. Seward for camstability.
Word from Paintsville Kentucky reports Geo Cams and his two children died in a house blaze last night. Mrs Stafter attempted to escape by leaping from a second story window but was knocked unconscious by the fall.
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