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Newspaper
Kennewick Courier
Location
Kennewick, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1912
Page
8
The piece quotes John C. Lawrence arguing for drastic state efficiency and centralization, then shifts to a Memorial Day appeal noting declining patriotism and poor turnout for a G A R Memorial Day meeting urging citizens to honor veterans on May 30 1912.
The 1910 census shows Washington state illiteracy at 2 percent for ages ten and up, with national rate 7.7 percent. Comparisons highlight Massachusetts at 5.2 percent, Vermont at 3.7, and the Pacific trio 3 percent. West North Central states reach 2.9, while Iowa 1.7 and Nebraska 1.9. Reports also note strong Pacific Northwest bank deposits and a cautious outlook for investment this year. A bill seeks medals for Carpathia crew from Titanic rescue. A Portland street caper ends with police intervention after a traveling man attempted to kiss passersby.
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