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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1911
Page
4
A collage of humorous quotes and rhymes from old papers. It riffs on fame home mortgages stage fright and daily routines. It also pokes fun at fashion flirtation and social norms with playful droll lines and fresh year reflections.
A critical manifesto denounces venerating conquerors like Alexander the Great. It argues true greatness lies in creation not destruction, praising innovators such as Pasteur Edison and Burbank. The piece contrasts brutal historic figures with modern figures who uplift society and health. It cites Alexander’s wars, slaveries, and deaths, then advocates emulation of scientific and humanitarian progress. It also references New York senator O Gorman and a quip about quick judgments in modern politics and social behavior.
A historical reflection defends Tom Johnson as never defeated, noting his unyielding aim to educate the people and his belief in their welfare. The piece contrasts Johnson’s perseverance with ongoing coal mine tragedies and warns that public welfare should exceed mere dollars. It ends with a fleeting inquiry about Nat Goodwin’s marriage.
The Democratic House approved a publicity campaign contribution bill and also moved to direct election of United States senators. The scoreline in the written summary shows the House leading the Senate in an imagined innings tally.
The snippet blends political jabs about Vice President Corral and Taft, critique of Republican tactics in the House, plus assorted quirky items from travel mischief to fashion scandal. It reads as a compact, era-tinged miscellany piece with sharp opinions and offbeat tidbits.
Article IV-Belgium notes Belgium as the most industrial country in the world with 1.5 million workers. It highlights low wages, slums, and vice, a split labor movement between socialists and Christian workers, rising strikes, troop use, strained employer relations, and limited open shop except in printing and diamond cutting. Compulsory arbitration is proposed by Ghent workers, but not widely supported. Overall labor prospects look grim.
A reader praises The Star for supporting workers and urges a fairer treatment for low paid city employees. He cites night library staff earning 36 dollars monthly, noting overtime and Sunday work without extra pay. Williams requests parity with better paid workers.
A brief conversational scene features a character claiming near human traits and a witty exchange about begging. The speaker recalls a past meeting in autumn and humorously refers to themselves as a “bar binjarre of spring” while resuming rounds.
A Duluth News Tribune remark contrasts a daughter described as practical with one deemed frivolous who prefers cooking lessons to refining bridge play. The quip comments on hustle versus patience and timing.
A cartoon in Our Tabloid Cartoon Today references Dr. Sargent of Harvard's physical culture department claiming women possess greater physical endurance than men, arguing biologically she is more of a barbarian than man.
A Washington Star quip features Mr. Chuggina criticizing aviation as dull noting no chickens to run over and no bicycle policemen to dodge, contrasting air travel with other dangers and thrills.
A brief Banter from the Boston Transcript shows Meekton remarking on prior vows about shopping with a wife. His spouse ultimately leads the way, prompting a light exchange about changing minds and shared routines.
A small anecdote from Philadelphia Inquirer notes how Tommy's mother took him to pick knickerbockers and he selected a pair with a card declaring These can't be beaten. The vignette captures a playful moment reflecting shopper humor from the era.
A Washington Herald quote questions commitment to an opening game and jokes about a grandmother and grandfather wedding, reflecting a sports or social column quip. The remark contrasts a youth’s excuse with family wedding plans, signaling light commentary rather than news.
A Washington Star item quotes two girls debating a doll’s contents. One says the doll was full of sawdust, the other suggests it might be breakfast food, hinting at a playful mystery or misunderstanding among children.
The Washington Herald notes a claim that an inventor has covered aviation and infringements arise with every new bird in flight. The quirky quote suggests a sharp critique of broad patent coverage in flight technology.
A witty collage notes poets are optional, jokes about breakfast ads, and jokes on weddings. It references Washington Herald and Chicago Record-Herald quips about love and ratings in Bradstreet. The piece ends with spring lambs, engagements, and the approach of June and the “golden fleece.”
A brief dialogue from Catholic Standard and Times and Chicago News contrasts Rockefeller level income with personal self worth. The exchange imagines how wealth would alter perspective and what counts as a genuine image of a person before and after marriage.
The dialogue contrasts two professional humorists as one laments sorrow and the other jokes about taking himself seriously and humorously, reflecting on life’s tone and meaning.
A humorous exchange about golf terms features a speaker explaining a tee and a caddy. The caddy is described as what you put the tea in, with a playful mix up of tea caddy and golf terminology from the New Orleans Picayune.
A light remark on a fishing trip hints at its success being enough to sustain chatter for several weeks. The exchange suggests amusement and social interest around the storyteller's outing.
A framed quip collection notes a health warning and a loyalty clash over player signings in professional teams. The Washington Herald and Chicago News are cited in a playful exchange about choosing between two baby brothers, Horace and another.
A physician jokes about a daughter's complaint of heartache, quipping that her problem is indigestion. The exchange hints at concern for her wellbeing and uses a pun to address distress.
Exchange in the Philadelphia Bulletin frames a dramatic resolution as an actor laments his roaming career while a companion jokes that railroad ties are finished, signaling a settled future in the city.
A humorous exchange quotes a man determined to live luxuriously and a reply suggesting a butler job for Miss Cayenne. A youngster and grandpa banter over age and pricing, while a Boston Globe note mentions a commuter’s free ride plan with special streetcars every five minutes from Fay’s office at 86th and Greenwood to a property.
Lloyd Lemonds 12 wins Star Circle first prize for a girl's head study. He lives at 3227 29th St N W and receives a pound box of chocolates at The Star office. Ellen Lenehen 15, a charter member from 1928 Fifth Ave, takes second with a similarly praised study and also earns chocolates.
Letters from young readers seek membership in The Star Circle. Pearl French of Grand Mound asks to join and shares family duties. Hazel Beeler of Seattle learns there is no cost and is numbered 861. Other children from Washington state districts express enthusiasm, drawing entries, and weekly prize hopes.
Herbert Bryant, age 15, flying at Sir Terry Ave Seattle, is announced winner of third prize. Hig Gibson copy remains acew drawn and Herbert has prior prize history. Uncle Jack recalls. A box of chocolates will be delivered to Herbert at The Star office on Seventh Ave to collect them.
A doll, won as first prize in last week’s contest, waits at Uncle Jack's office for Hayes Baker of 1432 Terry Ave. The niece or her mother are urged to call or visit downtown to claim it.
A prominent physician endorses a stomach remedy shown to relieve belching sour stomach dizziness headaches and nervousness. The formula combines essence of Pepsin ginger syrup and Catandir with instructions to mix and take after meals and at night, claiming rapid relief and possible cure with continued use.
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