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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1905
Page
4
Subscription notice lists rates and offices for the Independent and Star Agency. It mentions price details, payment in advance, and receipt requirements. The faded text references Ragleys Drug Store on Concond Avenue in Seattle Washington for subscriptions.
A Friday night meeting of the Building Assembly urged Seattle papers to press the city council to enforce the electric company's franchise provisions. Resolutions demand not overloading cars and securing comfortable seating for riders, arguing lockers and sardine conditions must end. The discussion contrasts U S and Europe in passenger comfort and cites Mayor council action as key to better service with the Beattle Electric company. A second note mentions a federal judge and Mutual Life commentary, plus Geo. Gould.
A Seattle Star reader advocates strict enforcement of prohibiting expectoration on sidewalks and streets. Citizens comment on urban decency, harboring concern for health, cleanliness, and the city's future development including Fremont Green Lake district schools.
Community members urge the school board to favorably address the ballot issue for the Fremont Keen Lake Site. The note suggests broader input and notes Interlake Avenue address details for interested parties.
The item mentions a failed exhibition in Antwerp and minor losses of about 300 plunka. A NY sculptor sparked a row over Angela’s sex. a hammer broke two figures. The piece parodies society with asides about kissing, deaths, and a mix of local anecdotes and political jests.
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