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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1919
Page
12
Seattle greets the 361st soldiers returning from duty with tears of joy and deep pride. The editorial urges lasting support and fair pay to help these veterans resume civilian careers, insisting the city’s welcome must prove meaningful beyond flags and cheers.
A humorous column from Dallas profiles Mre Tonnie Falchon claiming the lemon pie eating crown after devouring ten pies. The piece riffs on romance and marriage customs with verses about weddings, bridegrooms, and playful old time satires from The Truth Seeker.
A 1919 letter from the Lester Road Association notes a petitioned demand for a utility road to Lester. It cites isolation between Lester and Palmer Junction in King County Washington, with mills farmers and railroad workers lacking adequate road access and education opportunities for children. The group seeks a hearing by King County officials and requests copies be sent to state leaders and the press.
Tomorrow marks the anniversary of Gen. Ulysses S. Grant born in Ohio in 1822 and later a Civil War winner who became president. Also remembered is Samuel Morse born in 1791, inventor of the telegraph, with notable events including the 1898 bombardment of Matanzas, Cuba.
A collection of quirky lines notes satire and wit with varied topics. Observations compare flattery, crafts, nutrition, and idle behavior while hinting at social observations. The disparate lines mix metaphors about love work laziness and fashion signaling a humorous old paper tone.
Gen McDonald commander of the 181st infantry brigade received the Distinguished Service Medal from Gen Pershing. The award citation notes his leadership during the Argonne advance in September 1914, directing the attack in person and inspiring his troops to capture and hold a vital position.
The piece recalls the Argonne forest fighting with 261st infantry soldiers who met their deaths with calm acceptance. A Bolet veteran notes the creed If you're tagged they'll get you and asks Why worry as comrades faced horrific fates.
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