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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1906
Page
5
A fragmented excerpt discusses Harper's writings on ownership and revolution, contrasting private ownership with public or collective ownership. It notes Marxian interpretations, economic pressures, and the alleged inevitability of system changes driven by machinery and capitalism, with references to socialist and reformist thought.
City Council votes unanimously to authorize City Engineer Thomson to oversee a day labor construction of a new city jail building in Seattle. Officials argue day labor offers economy versus contracts due to contractor prices, while praising Thomson’s proven capability. success could shape future public works including a city railway and Cedar River water main.
In Bellingham, Jeanette McMillin 18 of North Street Ballard wed Arthur Granger 14 from Lammi Island at St Pauls Episcopal Church. The ceremony by Rev. A W Cheatham drew two neighbors as witnesses after the mother reportedly objected to the match. The couple remained in town overnight and planned a northern trip.
H H Kulles traveled to Milwaukee to secure the 1908 convention of the Fraternal Order of Easies and has returned claiming success. He says at least 40 000 Kasies will visit the city for the event.
The second day of the Young Men's Institute of the Northwest convened this morning with routine business delaying officer elections and the delegate to Indianapolis until late afternoon. Most delegates attend except Montana. Local land office notes possible addition to Washington forest reserve affecting settlers only to follow timber laws. Pacific Coast Lumber Manufacturers Association testimony set for September 19 on railcar stake quotas. Balfour Guthrie Co. has issued ten charters for general production. The first ships loaded include the British bark Tamar the Oranasia and the Andre Theodore.
The Seattle theater offers a special Thursday matinee by the Taylor company presenting Stolen by Gypsies. The Star theater touts big vaudeville acts on the road including the Tiddeaux Zouaves with intricate drill routines and a dramatic finale. Toscano brothers, James and Sadie Leonard, and Richard Anderson are featured.
A smart business suite showcases autumn wear in exclusive patterns. The collection emphasizes superior fit and style with attention to fabric and finish.
The lively comedy sketch at the Star headlines with John M. H. W. Byrne delivering a strong monologue. Several other acts draw attention, with three daily performances scheduled through the week and a pause until next Monday afternoon.
Seattle-Boston Copper Co reports discovery of high grade ore on two development claims near Beattle. Officials say a large deposit is proven and power drills will be sent in. President Crane urges buying stock amid expected dividends. Dutch Miller claim reports shaft near 50 feet with ore valued over 125000 dollars proven in forty days.
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