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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1908
Page
3
A political dispute centers on a reported $300,000 donation and the source behind it. Key figures accuse others of misstatement while denying involvement, as a watchdog calls for clarity from Mack and Haskell amid claims of forged or misrepresented funding.
An auction or sale notice describes a tract of land near a lake with favorable terms. The ad mentions a $100 payment or similar amount and notes the property is level, well drained, suitable for livestock use. It references a real estate or land investment firm and a street name resembling Firet Avenue.
Joseph O Mara the famed Irish singer arrives in November for five lectures on The History of Irish Music, to be paired with the romantic comedy Pee le Machree staged by Brooks and Dengwall. Irish members of Parliament will host a Covent Garden benefit with Mme Melba and Plunkett Green aiding. Cardinal Logueta named among patrons as O Mara plans lectures across major universities and colleges with songs.
A commerce school connected with the department of economics is to be established soon at the University of Washington. Prof. Louis H. D. Weld will lead the school after recently joining the university faculty. he previously worked with the New York State Bureau of Statistics. The program aims to teach business economics to young men pursuing business careers.
Police linked C Witeen to a suit case theft after arrest. Detective Captain Charlie Tennant found a criminal record showing prior paroles. Under the alias John B Owens the suspect had served time in New Orleans for grand larceny and Tennessee for one year.
A listing from INTERNATIONAL ND REALTY PANY invites buyers for multiple properties with price guidance from 61,006 to 76,008. The notice specifies an upcoming sale and directs interested parties to contact 1009-17 American Hash Batiding for details.
Engineer Murray who moved a train loaded with refugees through the flames has married Lille Gurlick, the young woman who rode on the engine. The romance began during the crisis and culminated in a wedding after their salvation ride.
Alton river tributaries have been used to ship water to outside points for two purposes due to the ongoing drought. The move affects local towns and their supply for domestic use and possibly agriculture.
Valdez Alaska October 23 John F Ballaine of Seattle faces a possible $19000 payment in the Alaska Central railway receivership. His motion for a continuance was denied in federal court yesterday and costs will likely be assessed against him.
Jebovon of Mugland recently returned from Africa suggests Roosevelt use a camera rather than a rifle during his African visit to avoid further endangering native animals.
At last the dependable Aves is here marking a new offering by Seattle Marine Supply Co at 90 West Columbia Street. Lee leads the introduction of the vessel or product.
Representative Henry T. Ratney announces a congressional investigation into the Panama Canal six scandal. He asserts the president should reveal whether his brother in law or the Taft brother were involved with an American syndicate that gained control of Panama Canal Company securities.
In Everett on October 3 a woman testified in the murder trial of her husband. She admitted giving cautious testimony to shield her children from the truth about his alleged relationships. The judge reprimanded her and ordered Mr Jahn to be placed under medical care today.
In Kent a large crowd filled the venue for a Republican rally led by Representative Cushman and County Commissioner candidate M Carrigan. The event highlighted party priorities and garnering support.
Schuchard Optical Co announces deep curve lenses offering maximum field of vision and a fit for any eye. Located at 1207 3nd av, the copy promotes the perfection of their eyewear.
A bank advertisement explains that every customer's business receives attentive officers with experience to improve accuracy. It states that each banking interaction is carefully inspected to reduce errors and that the customer's success reflects on the bank. The ad invites new customers and offers to explain the service in detail.
A catalog style display offers hand painted place cards stationery and toilet items with varied prices. The list includes Bertin's Correct Stationery Pineapple Linen Stationery Darning Stik Sterling Skirt Markers and many beauty and personal care products from brands such as Eastman Mallinckrodt Cuticura Palmolive and Roger & Gallet with prices ranging from 10 to 95 cents and up.
Suggestions for gifts and souvenirs from the Art Needlework Section describe Fancy Baskets Sewing Baskets Jewel Baskets and Work Baskets some with stands. Raffia Baskets with ribbons and furbelows offer attractive designs for jewels handkerchiefs or gloves as prizes or presents.
In search of something new for a complete costume the Neckwear Section showcases bright Silk Bows and Jabots with French Stocks Lace and Embroidery Bows Valenciennes Venise collars and Linen Stocks, offering distinct accessory ideas.
The catalog presents rust proof corsets with chest and chin support, shaping hips into slender form while allowing breathing. Styles 246, 156, and 196 offer variations in bust height, skirt length, and hip encasing, all in strong coutil with two hose supporters. prices range from $1.00 to $1.50.
Rare values in hosiery by the box advertised during the semi annual boxed hosiery sale. Women’s fast black cotton and lisle hose available in heavy plain or lightweight brilliant lisle with features like spliced heel double sole and toe. styles include medium-weight flare top extra length spliced seam and heel.
Special 25 to 50 cent window shades made in our shade factory on Stewart Hartshorn self acting rollers. Fine hand made oil opaque shade cloth. Prices range from 25c to 50c for Desirable colors and sizes.
Carpet Ends large enough to cover a bedroom and border adds attractive rug edges. Samples vary as bound or plain ends. Special prices are decidedly low.
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