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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1902

Page

4

Seattle Electric Company Franchises Favor Change on Queen Anne

At a council committee on corporations meeting last night the panel agreed to report favorably on several Seattle Electric Company franchise applications. A change of tracks on the Queen Anne hill line from Goemstock to Galer street was approved without protest, supported by residents and the company. The committee also approved re franchising and a new line.

Council Committee On Corporations West Meetig City Council Seattle Electric Company Queen Anne Hill Goemstock Galer Street Anne Hill

Gate Franchise Links Lines to West Seattle Line Plan

A tentative link between existing lines and the proposed West Seattle route was discussed but no definite action was taken, according to regional transit notes. Officials noted the gate franchise would connect the systems, pending further study and approvals.

Gate West Seattle Peatter

Alaska Needs Highlighted By Valdes Mayor

Mayor J L Steele of Valdes told a Chamber of Commerce meeting that Alaska is vast and rich yet lacks local governance input. He warned that residents have no voice in how the country is run and criticized government penalties on new business ventures. He was invited to further discuss Alaskan matters with the committee.

J. L. Steele Valdes Chamber of Commerce Westerdy Alaska Philippines United Steele Committee On

Interurban Electric Road Improves Seattle to Tacoma Service

The new time card on the Seattle Tacoma Interurban electric road went into effect yesterday. Trains now run through from Seattle to Tacoma and extend only to Kent. A trip from Tacoma to Georgetown was completed yesterday in one hour and seven minutes, marking faster running times.

Seattle- Tacoma Seattle Tacoma Kent Georgetown

Campaign Enthusiasm Lags in State Race Draws Light Voters

The article notes dwindling enthusiasm in a state campaign with few clear contests left. Cotterill canvasses for Congress while Lec Gaon presides. two races show real vim as Piper and Judge William Moore contend for sheriff. Voter turnout appears likely to be light.

Cotterill Congres Lec Mr. Cotterill Piper Jsige William Moore McKinsey

Quail Shortage Clouds Third Pacific Northwest Trials

Lack of quail has dampened the third annual trials drawing interest from local dog fanciers. Reichert Bros Planes 119 Union.

Pacific Northwest Reichert Bros

Prince Louis of Monaco to Inherit Vast Wealth and Title

London dispatch notes Prince Louis, 35, heir to Monaco, Monte Carlo, and a fortune of about 260000 yearly. The photograph highlights a controversial figure who once sparked a quarrel with composer De Lara, affecting headlines across Europe and America for years.

Espaper Enterprise Agroctation London Prince Louis of Monaco Bret Prince Is Monte Carlo Europe America de Lara Princess Alice Milanie Albert Prince Louis

Ypsilanti Car Hits Retired Banker in Street Collision

An electric car from Ypsilanti hitting the carriage of Josiah Fenton, a wealthy retired banker, as it crossed the track near Detroit in the morning. Both occupants died instantly. The collision occurred as the carriage crossed the curve where the fast car could not avoid impact.

Ypsilanti, Miah Ypsilanti-Detroit Josiah Fenton Cnn

Minstrels and theater season run in Seattle theaters

Haverly's Minstrels headed by Geoflson will perform at the Grand for five shows after a New York run. Florence Roberts stars in Zasa with David Belasco’s drama, also presenting Camille Sapho and Magda at Beattie theater. Yon Yonson and Hunting for Hawkins headline Third Avenue theater as Swedish-American comedy returns.

Geoflson Compa Metis Theater New York City Mr. Wilson Jolly Bert Swor Perron Bommers Jake Young Johnnie Swor Frank Young Hawkins Third Avenue Theater Yon Yonson

Sligo MP John Mc Hugh Sentenced to Two Months

John Mc Hugh member of parliament and editor of the Sligo Champion will serve two months in prison after a conviction for conspiracy and intimidation. The sentence was upheld on appeal without hard labor.

Sligo Waaat John McHugh Sligo Champion

White Star Line Morgan combine agree ship union

In Belfast Ireland Oct a public disclosure reveals the formal agreement between the White Star Line and the Morgan shipping group. The trust will pay 69.6 million dollars to White Star, with 15.6 million in cash. Stockholders receive cash and stock for each 6000 held, signaling a decisive financial victory at final moment.

Belfast Ireland White Star Line Morgan Shipping Combine Thua Inet

Notions Store To Move With One Day Only Sale

The Notions Store will relocate within a day or two to the south end of the former store floor and hold a one day only sale with deep discounts up to 50 percent. Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sale items include shell hair retainers, pocket knives, leather wrist bags, belts, shell side combs, safety pins, cat eye buttons, best quality pins, patent snap hooks and eyes, tape measures, cords, satin belt hose support, featherstitch braids, metal pants buttons, curling irons, and wire hair pins. All sales final. no C O D or phone orders and no exchanges.

Notion Manent Gouy Gouy Sos O0.9050000 Ss Ees Cleas Wageskecs Bob Scenere Siben

Husband Lands Divorce After Pancake Hair Incident

In a divorce court yesterday John W. Brarbuck described a 16 year marriage ending after his wife dumped cake batter over them during breakfast. He said she refused to wash it from her hair and he endured unequal sharing of chores. Judge Bell granted the decree.

John W. Brarbuck

Bank Looters Leave $30,000 Stolen With No Clue

In Gardner Illinois a bank robbery report shows $30,000 in cash taken. Authorities have no clue to the bandits and the investigation continues as the town reels from the heist.

Weather and lesson schedule notes amid brisk winds

The clipping mentions fresh to brisk south winds and upcoming lesson sessions. It lists names Wilson and Ranke with private lessons daily and note on Friday and Monday/Friday evenings. The fragment hints at a local schedule or advert without clear event details.

Beattie

Bargain Sale Catalog Items From 8 to 11 O'clock

A historic paper lists numerous discounted goods offered 8 to 11 per sale period. Items include best quality shoe strings, fur collarettes, boys garments, hats, vests, silk hoods, wool fascinators, infants’ shades, shirts, rugs, cretonnes, flannels, soaps, powders, umbrellas, molasses and peppermilla, with prices largely cut to a fraction of value.

Chiildren Womer

Friday Bargains Offer Wide Range of Low Priced Goods

A sale features 6 to 11 cent paperbacks and many discount items from 8 to 11 cents, plus 50 cent syrup of figs and other tonics at low prices. Umbrellas, curtains, cloths, and men’s and women’s garments are offered with bold markdowns, including suits, shoes, and undergarments, with emphasis on value for Friday shoppers.

Wing Felix Holt Elia Vanitas California Asc Piso Fletcher Castoria Harlem Lambert

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Council Seattle Electric CO Besinghaesca Garland New Aes GEO. H. Woodhouse Co Second Avenue Vicinity Lucky Young Prince Quarrel Haverly’s Minstrels Leer AGERE_E 'M. MILNE L. D D. D M. O. Siprs The Royal College of Dental Surgeons Becond Avenue Bon Marche P. m A. m. Gipp Brederick & Nelson Frederick & Nelson Furnighers Second Ave Madison and Spring Sts Java Soc American Thread Co At &Bc St Weil Marseilles Second Avenue Aié Pike Street Nordheff &Co
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