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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1906
Page
4
Seattle Star is published daily except Sunday by Star Publishing Co. at 1907 and 1809 Geventh Ave. The notice sets the paper's standard publishing schedule and location.
The Tehuantepec railway across the Isthmus is nearing completion and may open this year. Mexican builders promise a direct competitor to the Panama Canal with shorter distance and time, including potential use for salting fleets. Once the canal opens, both routes likely share business.
The American Institute of Social Service cites higher U S injury rates in industry versus Europe and announces a January New York exposition on health and safety devices for workers. It invites manufacturers and individuals to contribute models photos drawings or safety appliances to the humanitarian effort.
Jim Laughland and Myra Poppin marry after James Laughland and Myra reveal a business partnership plan. Thomas Poppin reacts with disbelief and then accepts the unlikely union as a new partnership forms at the factory.
Free eye examinations offered by expert opticians from Schuchard Co. at 1207 Second Ave Glass En. from $1.00 up.
Olympic Market advertises in downtown 118 Pike offering meats at 25 percent off with higher quality cuts. The note emphasizes savings and superior product.
A fragmentary column lists a prize note for best contribution with 2 dollars for first and 1 dollar for second, invites brief yarns to “Josh Wise” at The Star Poetry, and cites scattered anecdotes about Rockefeller, police, and humorous exchanges. It mixes verse fragments, humorous quips, and local chatter from University Station and Brockiya Avenue.
A playful rhyme about Mary, her lamb, and a supplier’s money woes surfaces in Seattle. The feller finds humor in the missing bean order while facing tight finances, reflecting local humor and economic strains.
A fierce northeast storm at Wrightsville beach nine miles distant damaged property to the extent of 140000 dollars and shut off 00 women and children from the mainland in great peril. The storm abated somewhat and no further damage is expected.
The fire and water committee introduced an ordinance to buy a 6 foot serial ladder truck a larger fire engine and a combination chemical and hose wagon.
The inquest into the death of Mrs Willem Raymond, who died after a vehicle crash at the Spokane bridge, is set this afternoon at the Bonney Watson company showroom. The inquiry aims to determine cause and responsibility in the accident.
John Harvey a coal mine operator with Colorado ties and guest at a Los Angeles hotel fell into a tub of scalding water in his bathroom and died at the hospital Sunday.
The estate of the late Campbell shows substantial property per guardian Thomas Mattiaan though no will exists. Auto RACES TODAY marks end of season with last events on track.
Ad copy touts Table Queen Bread as healthier than ordinary loaves in every bite. It emphasizes malt yeast and carefully selected hard Minnesota wheat, claiming it contains more nutrition than two standard loaves and features the Pine Label guarantee of quality.
A. M. Kinnear who says he is a real estate dealer was arrested this morning in an intoxicated condition and was being noisy until Patrolman Christensen arrived and took him in to sober up.
Passenger fare from Spokane to Beyond and Colamtta with a round trip price of 1410 dollars valid for travel September 24 to October 7. Tickets available at the ticket office.
A shop promotes its repeat customers and ongoing accounts. It touts wood products, prices, and methods, inviting inspection of a Fall ready-to-wear clothing showing for men and women. The ad promises easy start-up with small down payments and gradual payments to ease wallets.
A humorous travelogue records a sightseeing journey through Seattle with a guide and chauffeur. The narrator passes Second Avenue, Pioneer Square, and the city jail, describing odd sights including a totem pole like telegraph pole, a deteriorating shack linked to Shakespearean figures, a marginal barn, and a degraded Third Avenue block. The trip ends delaying visits to the court, municipal plant, and other sites until next week.
Cleaners advertise a service to refresh old garments making them look like new at Pantorium Mala 1048. The message emphasizes restoring appearance and quality through professional cleaning.
Aurelia Scheck arraigned on perjury after inquest testimony blamed burglars for Joe Bebeck's death. She had testified at the coroner's inquest that burglars were responsible, then changed her account at trial. Mrs Bebeck was 14 years old.
J. L. Menry, a laborer, slept in a doorway on Washington Street when an unknown person took advantage of his drowsiness and stole a few watches last night.
May Helms of room 17 at 204 Spring at lodging house reports the loss of four dollars in cash from a dresser drawer during a few minutes absence last night.
Milwaukee report says Michael Dunn once building inspector and private secretary to ex Mayor Ross was pardoned by Governor Davidson. Dunn had been sentenced to 18 months in the state correctional home for receiving a bribe from a brewing company.
The notice references Dr Jane M Johnson and a project in a People building. It mentions fittings and canauitation terms likely from an old catalog or notice, with unclear phrases such as glaseecs and Pyea. Further readable details are limited due to transcription gaps.
Mapeline offers a pure vegetable compound to make maple flavor at home. Made in Seattle by Crescent Mfg Co, it promises absolute purity and lets buyers produce maple syrup at a fraction of market price.
Victoria dispatches report from Japan describes a party attacked by a number of assailants while attempting to serve a document. Several are said to have been killed or wounded as the incident unsettles fortifications and security measures.
This afternoon the Mining Association will discuss acts and state laws governing tenements. The event includes four speakers and social papers. An auto race with expert chauffeurs and minute cars is also noted for that day.
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