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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1905
Page
4
A critical look at get rich quick fishers who prey on gullible investors. The piece notes how educated credulity renews each generation, how authorities continually thwart fraud orders, and how cons move on when bait is swallowed. It cautions readers to avoid trusting flashy promises.
The cartoon and commentary contrast humiliation and pride as two Russian envoys, Witte and Rosen, endure defeat and insult from a smaller power. It extols their courage, notes the vast power shift, and frames their sacrifice as greater than battlefield valor. Their hearts are said to bleed under the perceived disgrace.
Fragmented remarks mock headlines and events from many tales. References include a Japs landing 700 miles north of Vladivostok and Peary race to the pole. Other bits mention Rockefellers flaxseed crop and a judge in Richland barring two braying jackasses.
A columnist argues that modern marriages fail by strict limits on leisure and independence. She warns that too many spouses view the wedding band as a fetter and urges balanced freedom and mutual respect to preserve happiness.
A fragmented line from Josh Wise hints at a confident stance with a hint of improvisation. The odd phrasing captures a casual, rustic voice characteristic of regional speech in the era.
The Old Reliable More Observer admits delay due to a sand storm burying tools. City officials are away in Portland leaving Police Judge Billy Levens and the sprinkling wagon driver to handle burdens as local readers joke about news and figures.
A narrator recalls a summer night in Talloires when a radiant 16 year old Russian princess Nadia lures him into a moonlit boat ride on the lake. Their encounter blends enchantment with shy confession as she hints at payment and mystery before vanishing into the night, leaving cyclamen blossoms as a memory.
The Star Publishing Co asks subscribers to call the main office between 6 and 7:30 after a missed delivery and they will send a copy at once. If it happens more than once, please phone each time to ensure perfect service. Sunsets Malin 1050 Independent 1148.
The Board of County Commissioners of King County invites sealed bids by Aug 1905 2 pm for removal of a wall stone at the Yor ker Site corner James and Third streets. Bids require $10 certified check and lump sum for rock. bids may be rejected.
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