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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1904
Page
4
Warship model displays are planned for the Et Louis exposition. The cellar requests placement away from the mines building. A father urges his son to strike out on his own and leave the Minor League. References to Othello and Nat Goodwin appear amid literary notes.
Judge M. W. Thompson of Illinois temporarily on Chicago bench rejects two foreigners for citizenship citing ignorance of English, government, and laws. The ruling sparks applause and prompts a call for stricter naturalization amid debates on immigration and civic knowledge.
William Kent, a practical reformer, tells students to open city business to public scrutiny. He argues newspapers expose wrongs and warns against machine politicians and public service firms partnering. He endorses civil service reform and divorcing local from national politics while urging acceptance of broader government in schools and parks.
A New York trial hears a whisky trust official claim 11 to 13 cents to produce a gallon. The piece notes other items such as diamond purchases and references ministerial distribution of a pro John 2 book. Russia plans greater public involvement and tax increases. Col Lon Swepston heads to join Selis Bros. show as a paid spieler, with high hopes for wealth. A WORD FROM JOSH WISE argues a strong knock benefits more than weak praise.
From Manchuria April reports Admiral Singkwikaki of the Russian navy passed through en route to Madrid to confer with Spanish officials. He is said to seek purchase of Spain's finest boats while Russia offers Switzerland money for three battleships and four torpedo boats. The czar plans further actions.
Odd verse sketches capture city life and quirks with biting humor. A benevolent old gentleman pays a tramp, women walk Leschi park at night, and a hound chases a fox Jo Koson while fashion eyes rise to collars. The collage ends with Krazy Krank.
The notice exalts St Miles' Anti-Pain Pills for instant comfort from stomach aches and nervous distress. It claims rapid relief as symptoms appear and asserts no delay in social or business activities due to pain.
A vintage pharmaceutical ad promotes Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills claiming to prevent and cure all pains. It touts soothing effects on nerves and muscles and offers a money back guarantee after a first ineffective package. The copy targets ongoing headaches and stresses a low price and consumer assurance.
In La Acordada Mexico City a prison tale unfolds with Florence Kearney and Cris Rock sharing a cell with Mexican soldiers and notorious figures. Rivas is mocked by Santander as the pair face grim confinement, while Santander’s steel shirt episode hints at Santa Anna era intrigue and hidden loyalties.
The readable text fragment references Chenery and Company and mentions a foot ad campaign and business transactions. Names such as Walt Ding and Kinnan S Marvin appear alongside unclear notes about a Catarrh Cure. The passage is garbled and lacks a coherent event or outcome.
The text recounts a brutal murder case and a poisoning charge amid harsh confinement in the Acordada. Two Texans endure degrading punishment while suspects, including Carlos Bantander, confront their fate as authorities reveal the reason for their treatment and connections to a shell road incident.
The article describes Carlos Santander, a New Orleans native of Mexican parentage who styled himself a Mexican citizen. He appeared outside a cell in full war regalia with a glittering sword and a cocked hat, his life details to the reader include time spent in Mexico and an official appointment prior to meeting Florence Kearney.
Bedridden J J Havens of Verreaults received no relief from kidney disease until he used Electric Bitters. He now reports he is on the road to complete recovery. The remedy is claimed best for liver and kidney troubles and stomach and bowel complaints, 50 cents guaranteed by O Guy Inc at 2nd Ave and Year.
Beautiful new cottages and large tracts for sale on car line near school and stores. Prices from 25 down and 10 monthly. Readings boast high raspberry and berry yields with free tickets to Garden Station events. Offices open in Times block with six men on site daily.
The scene shows Cris Rock and the hunchback, each scarred and humiliated, thrown together as an ironic exception among captives. Santander’s scar prompts speculation on his role, while the jail governor mockingly remarks at their pairing, causing other prisoners to laugh.
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