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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1913
Page
4
King County Pomona Grange criticizes County Commissioner Hamilton and the purchasing department. The report cites incomplete payroll records, favoritism, and inflated gravel costs as danger to county welfare amid a $3,000,000 road bond. Pomona Grange with 5,000 members backs Star's demand for an immediate grand jury investigation.
A leaky system of private employment agents drains workers of money and hope. Officials face constant complaints as scams persist from the agents and their camps. The piece predicts abolition of private agencies by a future Washington legislature.
A Denver mayor funds a free concert with 2250 dollars raised from parks funds and private magnates. The piece satirizes public funds and corporate contributions, mocks compulsory charity, and contrasts civic spectacle with public good while noting skeptical views on law and suffrage.
A collage of playful and sharp snippets presents names and jokes, including Maude and Slughammer, a cartoon dog tale, Jessie’s Rise as a Capitol Hill cook, and humorous vignettes about speech flips, jail jokes, and a speed driver who was arrested and freed.
Readers critique local fish reports dispute the claims. A gas customer laments meter charges and monthly minimums while recounting a dispute over 60 cents, 20 cents, and 30 cents charges. A citizen questions Japanese and Chinese ownership rights noting labor impacts and potential assimilation concerns.
Seattle venues show Father and the Boys with Seattle Malley and Mitchell stock. Orpheum Vaudeville and Pantages Vaudeville headline acts. Grand Vaudeville features and motion pictures. Clemmer Photoplays and Vaudeville. Melbourne Photoplays and Alhambra Photoplays and Vaudeville prominent.
A reader asks The Star for a straightforward explanation of Henri Bergson's philosophy now expounded in the United States. The request seeks plain language definitions and accessible interpretation for general readers.
The Star Circle reports a successful simple dress contest among boys and girls with strong interest from Circlettes. Clara Wilson of Lincoln High, 122 N 55th, 14, won the prize for her letter, while several youths earned honorable mentions including Florence Rose and Mary Lee among others.
Readers discuss attire and self control in school. Clara Whiteon urges inner strength over fashion, while Maggie Erickson notes over dressing mainly among older girls and calls for curbing slang and extremes. Letters reflect concerns about youth, adulthood, and community standards.
Venna Farnham of Snohomish Washington argues that simple clothing would reduce comparisons among girls and help focus on lessons, noting distress when dress styles differ and suggesting uniforms improve classroom ease and order.
The Circle seeks entries from boys and girls for a simple contest. Submit black ink drawings on drawing paper by 3 o'clock next Friday afternoon. The winning drawing will be printed in the next Saturday Circle corner. Send entries to Uncle Jack at The Star office.
A letter from Jessie Raines of Sultan Washington requests a membership card for The Star Circle. The writer notes they are 11 years old and in the fifth grade, addressing Uncle Jack.
A letter from eight year old Lyle Weed of Auburn asks Uncle Jack to send a membership card for The Star Circle page. He mentions enjoying reading the Circle and includes a fishing story with the note.
Nora and Syneva Lee of Bangor Washington appeal for Star Circle memberships. The sisters, ages 12 and 14, request cards and include a story for this week’s context.
A sixth grade student Ruth Raines of Sultan writes to request a Star Circle membership card. She notes she has subscribed for several months and asks Uncle Jack to send the card.
A short note from 11 year old Vernon Sibley requests joining The Star Circle. He mentions his sister has been taking The Star and identifies himself as a third grade pupil at Jefferson School with a penny in hand.
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