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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1906

Page

5

Molar subscription plan causes concern for party managers

Washington August 31 report says Gompers and union funding threaten Republican and Democratic committees. Labor groups and Samuel Gompers mobilize donations, risking influence over campaigns. Managers Sherman and Griggs fear Gompers may target Representative Charles E. Littlefield as an example.

Samuel Dempert Federation of Labor Gompers Managere Sherman Republican Griggs Democratic Committee Charles EB. Littlefield Maine

Saving Habit Teaches Children to Save

The notice describes a program at the Saving & Safe Depot IL Seneca Street teaching kids to save small amounts. It explains that even tiny deposits grow over time and will help fund their future, with a playful event at Madison Park Day featuring a balloon drawing.

Seneca

Piper Taft Hunting Outfit Ad

The hunting season is open and Piper & Taft offer the finest shooting gear. Rent a rifle if you prefer. Visit The Place at 1024 26 Second Ave to get acquainted and shop.

Sulphur yellow silk boudoir robe with silk rosettes

A boudoir robe is described in sulphur yellow silk with a soft cling. The empire waist features an embroidered band and a centered rosette, with folded silk in a deeper shade used for a rosette on the center front and at the elbow on sleeve bands.

Killed Friend for a Bear During Open Season

Paul Scott of Redmond died near Tolt when a hunting companion named Robinson fired a shot while they stalked pheasants. The accident happened a few feet apart. Scott’s father had died in a falling tree two years earlier. Coroner Moneae departed for Redmond.

Paul Scott Redmond Abot Tolt Robinson Young Scott Mone Ae Redmon

California to the East by the Shasta Route Trains

Southern Pacific announces two daily trains to San Francisco via the scenic Shasta route. Reservations and tickets available at Union Ticket office 608 First Ave. KB and Ellis, General Agent.

Southern Pacific Company San Francisco Scenic Shasta Union Ticket Office Firat Av. KB. & Ellis Gen. Agt

German order halts Mormon missionary work in United States

Berlin reports the German government has ordered an official inquiry into Mormon recruitment of German women to join communities in Utah. Fraulein Marie Wiler is to travel to the United States to report on conditions found, with plans to stop missionary activity if warranted.

Berlin Rept Mornata Utah Fraulein Marie Wiler

Sunday Topics Baptist Church Sermons and Meetings Listed

A page lists multiple Baptist church topics and sermon times across temples on Third Avenue Cedar Street Plymouth Broadway and other streets. Preachers named include Rev Robert Cairns Rev Francis J Van Horne Dr Ven Hern Rev Edward Lincoln Smith Rev Kilbourne Rev William Kantner Rev Jas B Orr and Rev J P D Llwyd with services from 9 30 am to 11 am and evening sessions plus Sunday School and Y P C. details cover venues such as Plymouth Temple Edgewater Beacon Hill West Seattle and Columbia and note special programs like Labor Day Christian holiday and Bullet of Men.

Plymouth Third Ave University St Francis J. van Horne Pan Ven Hern Filgrim Broadway Edward Lincoln Smith D.D. Pestor—Llam William C. Kantner Fetter Beacon Hil Beacon HU School BR. Gale Elmer Brown Yate University Columbia Youngstown KR. Gale

Dance at Leschi Park Tonight

Tonight at Leach Park Seattle residents are invited to dance with Wagner's Orchestra. A large pavilion hosts the event featuring the finnert dancing floor in the northwest. Attendees are urged to join the big pavilion dances for an evening of music and movement.

Leschi Park Leach Wagner Finnert Northwest Seattle

The Wounded Hand and Parable Readings At Fremont Swedish

The event lists Pastior it am and Pam reading The Wounded Hand and The Parable of the Miegh Man and Lazarus at Fremont Swedish Hall on Aurora Ave corner Kilbourne with Rev John Ovall and Rev G B Carlson. Preaching at 10 46 by Carlson from Nora Idaho with subject Confession. The band will play in the evening.

Pam Lazarus Fremont Swedish Aurora Ave Kilbourne Premont John Ovall G. B Carlson Nora Idaho Piret Chiat Bixth Alaska Theosophical Hall Becond McClellan

Religious lectures and services fill church schedule

A cluttered list notes Presbyterian and Theosophical meetings, lectures by Rev. Matthews and Rev. Foster, a Beattle Psychic Society event, Nible Spiritual Society sessions with psychology topics, Queen City Theosophical Society lectures, and Theosophical Society services. September sermon topics by Rev Simonds include The Greatest Reform and Danger of Soul Suicide.

Boylston Avenue Unitarian Church Mest Buntley Simonds Pather Teyler

Forest Fire Threatens Homes Along Alki

A forest blaze near South Alki endangered several fine homes including the $15,900 residence of Ferdinand Behmits yesterday afternoon. The surrounding forests were afire and officials feared the flames might spread beyond control before containment.

Ferdinand Behmits South Alki

Motor boat races scheduled at Madison Park on Labor Day

Madison Park will host motor boat races on Labor Day drawing spectators and participants. Organizers expect multiple heats with potential speed records and prize money for top finishers.

Madison Park Labor Day

Everett Warehouse Project Sets $125000 Price

The Great Northern warehouse and wharf contract goes to American Pile Driving for about 126000. Construction aims to finish quickly to serve this year’s wheat crop, with a wharf 190 by 1200 feet and a 160 foot wide warehouse, one story except the center which gains a second level for an elevated track.

Everett, Rept Great Northern American Pile Driving Company California Atreel

Grand Ball at Leschi Park Labor Day

The Lake Washington Amusement Club hosts a grand ball at Leschi Park in the pavilion. Wagner's eight piece orchestra plays in the afternoon at 2 39 and again in the evening at 8 30.

Leschi Park Labor Day Lake Washington Magnificent Pavilion Wagner

Bar at Agricultural Society Fair Faces Permit Dispute

Report notes a bar operating at society fairs without a license or permit. Council members say no permit was granted yet the bar remains a customary institution at Agricultural society events. Authorities attempted removal but failed to clear the site.

Agricultural Society

Ravenna Park Man Sows World Famous Seedling Apple

M. F. Jones of Ravenna Park announces he has raised a unique apple tree the only one of its kind. He invites all who plant apple trees to obtain slips free of charge and says he wants the tree to belong to the world not for money but to preserve it for future ages under the name Jones Seedling.

M. F. Jones Ravenna Park Mr. Jones Jones

Ed White Tailor Offers Savings On Full Suits

Ed White the tailor at 208 Collins Building advertises big savings on full suits due to his lower rent. He personally cuts every suit ensuring it is correct in every detail for customers seeking value.

Ed. White the Tailor Collins Building White Ove

Notable University Park Development Near Olmstead Lot

Notice describes a planned university ground at Olmstead Park destined to be one of the greatest west of Chicago. It highlights a new parking system, park beauty, and excellent transportation. The fair will improve city status, and lot prices are stated as lower than adjoining property.

Universit Chicago Olmstead THE University Groun

Notable Real Estate Opportunity Near Southern University

Wealthy buyers seek permanent homes in this Northwest addition. Limited supply and high demand mark the market as the area boasts a fine view near a university poised to become a premier western learning institution.

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