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A Star reader thanks a good Samaritan who returned an inventory found in the lobby of the Dexter Horton bank and expresses appreciation for the act.
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1922
Page
16
A New Reckless Driving Remedy Named Red Windshield Mark
The Star reports a proposed remedy for reckless drivers involving a red square painted on the windshield for offenses. First offense small in scope would receive a red square with a black arrow. If a car kills a person the mark becomes a red square with a black cross. Repeats would add numbers to the square and removing the mark would be unlawful for 366 days.
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the Star
B. Wilson
City fish market condemned for waste and graft claims
Letter to the editor from J Duggan alleges mismanagement at the Municipal Fish Market. He claims the market buys 1000 pounds daily from a Turkish supplier, sells only 400, discards 600 as garbage, and questions clerical inefficiency and pricing that harms the poor. He urges reforms and criticizes graft.
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the Star
Dan Landon
Queen Anne Church
Millionair Club
J. Duggan
Ind
Languages Do Not Differ As English Concepts Evolve
A reader argues there is little difference between English dialects American and British, noting flapper speech and variations in pronunciation. He cites his own simple schooling and examples from Canadian and English speakers, concluding pronunciation varies more than word choice.
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the Star
Kentucky
Limehouse
Vox
Business voices clash over Erickson plan in Seattle
Herbert R. Reintelt argues that business leaders oppose the Erickson measure, claiming higher taxes hurt industry and jobs while a lower fare could spur growth. He cites past tax reductions and urges voters to back lower fares to attract and retain businesses.
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Brickeson
Ito
Erickson
Herbert R. Reinelt
19Th Ave
N. E
Keep our schools out of politics and cut taxes now
A letter argues taxes must drop by cutting expenses across state counties and cities including schools. The writer attacks the University professors led by Dr Suzzallo and Dr Holland, claims 30-10 and 40-10 bills raise bills, accuses tax dodging, and urges Dan Tandon to reform Olympia and Seattle governance for a tax relief “clean up” of schools and government.
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the Star
Washington
Suzzallo
State University
Surzalio
Olympia
Dr. Holland
Dan Tandon
Seattle
Moses
Humane Society and a Dog
A reader recalls Alaska dogs, a Seattle pound, and a humane society officer who personally ended a dog’s life to spare suffering. The tale recounts Wolf the dog, tied up and shot with one shot behind the ear, ending his misery without fear or pain.
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Alaska
Seattle
Wolf
Pound
Dan
The
Humane Society
Humane Society and pound actions praised in letter
A citizen lauds humane society workers for prompt care of animals and free service, cites cases of neglect in holiday windows, urges voting reforms, and promotes humane treatment of dogs while criticizing political figures. The letter reflects local concerns about animal welfare and civic duty.
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Humane Society
Portland
Correcting a Misunderstanding on Irian Holidays and Shared Festivities
The writer defends celebrating Irish holidays and shared festivity with Irish and English heritage. He argues Seattleites miss St Patrick’s Day, notes English and Dominion Day customs, and questions national attitudes toward observing other nations’ holidays. He asserts cultural gratitude to English and Irish ancestors.
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Irian
Ireland
Old Erin
America
A Homegrown View On Independence And Global Respect
A reader argues that celebrating July 4 with England insults no one and urges an end to racial prejudice. She envisions a world where freedom belongs to all nations and calls for universal celebration of national days without xenophobia.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
England
P. R
P. B
L. M. Clarke
Montlake Interla ken District Dance for Bridge Fund
Montlake and Interlake residents along with university students plan a Seattle Yacht Club dance on Saturday night to raise funds for the Montlake Stadium bridge project. The event brings together local communities to support the city bridge initiative.
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Montlake
Interlaken
Seattle Yacht Club
Montlake Stadium Bridge Fund
Montague Trials Highlight Hollywood Ups and Downs
James J. Montague’s film career is portrayed amid envy and pressure. The piece notes that even movie stars face personal struggles and challenges behind the glamour.
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James J. Montague
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