Citizens weigh Senate choice and campaign spending
A letter from J. E. McIntyre of Charleston Washington argues Michigan voters chose Newberry to represent them in the U S Senate and criticizes funding and outcomes of the Poindexter vote. He praises Poindexter and warns against a risky future with a new senator. The piece also touches on Native American religious progress and Shaker efforts, urging measured change.
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Poindexter
Benator Poindexter
Star
State of Washington
Senate
J. E. McIntyre
Charleston
Wash
Corrigendum on Mrs Landes and the Bolo Club
G N Hodgdon writes to correct the impression that Mrs Landes is mixed with or endorsed by the Bolo club or its candidates. He emphasizes Landes did not endorse the club and that any suggestion of such ties is unfounded given the club's sinister history.
After School Fires Threaten Local Home
A citizen reports groups of school age boys gathering on city fields after hours. They light fires, fight, use profanity, and threaten residents. The fire marshal identified a few youths but many remain unknown. The writer seeks guidance to end the harassment and ensure safety during vacations.
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Hin Ak
Cole
Vehools
11 Hours Work for $1.83
A reader letter to The Star complains about Puget Sound Box and Shock Co. at 14th and Leary in Ballard paying $1.40 for eight hours with three overtime hours, totaling $1.83 for 11 hours of labor. The writer cites long hours and tough work as evidence of labor conditions.
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the Star
The
Star
Aroond
Puget Sound
France
Park Board Editorial Question on Park Restroom Cleanliness
A reader asks who is responsible for removing obscene pencil and chalk writings in Volunteer Park restrooms and near fixtures. The writer wants a clear complaint method and stresses parks are for children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
Volunteer Park
Jennie Smith
Taxpayer Favors Proposition A As Star Critics Warn
Bulletin No. 15 issued by the Voters' Information League urges Seattle voters to support Proposition A while warning homeowners about potential tax burdens. It references the Erickson Street plan and explains hypothetical personal tax scenarios such as streetcar fares to illustrate costs.
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Fter
Star
Voters’ Information League
Seattle
Erickson
Vater
Tax the property owners to fund streetcar lines
A letter argues multiple families could save by car usage and urges taxing property owners to fund streetcar lines. The writer claims larger owners of vacant property should bear a fair share to support transit, criticizing laborers and workers who now shoulder the burden and advocating for a ten-cent rate.
English View on St Patrick Day Sparks Holiday Debate
P B from Hull England argues in a letter that the Irish hardly celebrate St Patrick a day there and that English keep few holidays besides a military parade on Empire Day. He questions Dominion Day and notes Halloween is mostly observed only in parts of Scotland. He lists personal background traveling in Ireland Scotland and England and rejects L M Clarke's view.
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the Star
Alice Monroe
L. M. Clarke
St. Pat's Day
Ireland
St. Valentine's
Hallowe'en
Scotland
British Empire
America
Tago
England
Washington State
P. B
Hull
Newcomer criticizes Seattle three cent fare plan and tax hikes
Jane W. Bannister of 4538 19th Ave N E voices concern about a proposed three cent fare and eighty percent tax increase for Seattle. She compares fares in Buffalo Boston Cleveland and Portland, arguing Eastern capitals would not support higher municipal taxes and rides. She warns Seattle could be wrecked by the experiment and urges an older city to try it.
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the Star
Seattle
Seatle
Buffalo
Boston
Cleveland
Portland
Rose City
America
Jane W. Bannister
19Th Ave
N. E
Firet
Beattle
Washington
Idaho
Montana
Spokane
Oregon
Washington City
Shipping Board
Interstate Commerce Commission
Snake River
Spokane Ia
Puget Sound
Geho
B. Lamping
Friend of Poindexter Praises Senator in Star Letter
A longtime Star subscriber defends Senator Poindexter, praising his public service and friendship, while noting the Newberry case will be a campaign issue. The letter recalls wartime Navy service and urges thorough examination of current conditions shaping national history and state politics.
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The
Star
Poindexter
Senator Poindexter
Felders
Newberry
Deutsch to Come Back Master The Star Letter
A letter criticizes German language teaching in public schools and warns against German propaganda. The writer argues for Americanism, praises Benjamin Franklin, and urges keeping German in schools out while supporting Americanizing immigrants and youth. Rich ard Manfield White signs.
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Deutsch
America
Benjamin Franklin
Deutach
Deutech
Richard Man
Field White
Mrs Stewart Urges Tax Reduction by Salary Cuts in Schools
Anne B Stewart argues for a 25 percent cut in teacher pay increases to curb city spending. She cites Seattle school district figures showing high raises over a decade and notes other workers accepted a 10 percent cut, urging discussion without rancor.
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the Star
Mothers’ Congress
Seattle
Anne B. Stewart
Indian Shaker Religion Traced to 1881 Founders
The Indian Shaker movement began in November 1881 with Squaxin Indians John Slocum and Mary at Mud Bay near Olympia Washington. It spread through tribes from California to British Columbia, claiming to bring Christian salvation, healings, and social reforms while overcoming early fanaticism and government opposition.
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the Star
Mabel Cleland
England
New England
Alfred
Maine
Mud Bay
Olympia
Wash
John Slocum
Mary
Jesus Christ
James Wickersham
Tacoma
California
British Columbian
Yakimas
Shakers Called Upright Citizens With Clean Living
The Shaker communities are described as Godly and productive, owning homes and autos, operating churches with bishops elders and hundreds of licensed preachers. They reject the Bible’s direct authority, rely on stated revelations, perform reverent services, and incorporate various Catholic forms. Healing, cleanliness, and social reform are highlighted as their notable contributions.
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Christiana
God
Jesus Christ
John Slocum
Geome
Rega Foot Comfort Ad Trial Offer
An advertisement from E W Laboratories in San Francisco promotes Rega foot comfort products. It claims instant relief for tired aching and tender feet with a trial size ten cents and full treatment for one dollar delivered.
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E W. Laboratories
Bex
San Francisco
California
Sculptress Miss Grace Talbot Wins Avenue Exhibit
Grace Talbot, a junior League sculptress, wins the Avenue in the Architectural League exhibit in New York. Her mother Lily Talbot, a noted painter, is connected with the artist circle.
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Grace Talbot
New York
Lily Talbot
Editorial backs Columbia Basin irrigation plan for Pacific Northwest
The writer argues Beatie should support Gen Goethals approved Columbia Basin irrigation, claiming wide benefits for Puget Sound and Inland Empire. He condemns Portland’s dominance, cites financing and rate discrimination, and urges regional cooperation between Spokane and Seattle to secure prosperity.
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Pdlt Or
the Star
Beatie
Columbia Basin
Gen. Goethals
Pacific Northwest
Debating Seattle Streetcar Costs and Fare Reform
Citizens urge council to run the system like private firms to cut costs and fares. They compare municipal to private ownership, noting annual bond interest equal to taxes avoided, and push for immediate six cent fares as a start toward lower charges.
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Erickson
Seattle
Stone & Webster
San Francisco
America
Public Ownership League
R. J. Wilson
Voters urged to push for lower transit fares
Ralph Higgins attacks Erickson over proposed 10 cent to 84 cent fares and municipal financing. He calls for voter action to achieve lower fares via council decisions, criticizing private interests and civic reformers. Origin of the word Asia noted at article end.
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Henderson
Erickson
United States
Ralph H. Higgins
20Th N
Texas Oil Bulletin offered free three months sample
London publications may be read but Texas Oil Bulletin issued weekly by oil and financial experts promises forward looking coverage of Texas oil fields. It invites readers to mail for a three month free trial to 1342 Waggoner Building Fert Wer.
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Texas Oil Bulletin
Texas
Texas Oil
Thorne Resigns to Enter Senate Race
Clifford Thorne resigns as director of the department of transportation and legal counsel for the American Farm Bureau Federation to run for the United States Senate in Iowa. He previously served as Iowa railroad commissioner. No successor has been named.
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Chicago
Clifford Thorne
Department of Transportation
American Farm Bureau Federation
United States
Lowa
Thorne
Indiana State Board of Pharmacy
Imall Druggiste’ Asociation
Fort Wayne
Hutzell
West Main St
Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery Ad Claims Vitalizing Cure
An advertising feature touts Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as boosting blood vigor and nerve tone for thin blood individuals. It promises stomach, liver, and blood benefits with no alcohol, plus a trial package by mail from Buffalo New York. A user testimonial from Portland Oregon is included endorsing its quick effect.
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Doctor Pierce
Golden Medical Discovery
Dr. Pierce
Invalid
John Franklin Cox
E. Yamhill St
Pierce
The
Invalids’ Hotel
Buffalo N. Y
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