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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1916
Page
4
The piece argues Senator Miles Poindexter embodies broad liberal patriotism, voting for merit over party. It notes his Brandeis support and nonpartisan judgments, applauding the public reception in the state and criticizing party-driven media attacks.
A sequence of state centennial celebrations has opened with Indiana’s events. A historical pageant Corydon kicked off the year, with December 11 marking the state’s official birthday. Illinois plans December 3, 1918, for its centennial cake. Alabama follows December 14 next year, Maine sets March 15, 1920, and New England’s youngest state observes August 10, 1921, with social festivities potentially extending 15 more months.
The piece accuses the democratic majority of trying to hoodwink the public on the tariff commission. It argues the bill rests on a popular desire to make tariffs permanent, but the House annual refusal of a maintenance appropriation keeps the commission beholden to a partisan appropriation panel.
Rev John J Prichard advocates merging churches to unify doctrine and expand outreach. In Bisbee Arizona he formed a Union church by joining a dozen denominations into one strong congregation, arguing consolidation boosts salvation efforts and cooperative work.
The piece expresses sympathy for the crew of the Deutschland and hopes for a safe return home. It notes that even if Germany forms merchant submarines, the impact on the Allied blockade would be negligible and praises the officers as gallant men.
In Hell's Court Portland Oregon a man sued an adversary and then sued his attorney for faulty pleading, winning damages. The unusual ruling suggests a sweeping, double-barreled decision that favors the plaintiff and could influence many future cases depending on court naming.
Blake and Winthrope join Lady Bayrose’s party after a cyclone wrecks the steamer. The Englishman and American engineer survive ashore with Miss Leslie, amid drifted chaos and shifting alliances as Blake asserts independence and guards proprieties aboard the harsh wasteland coast.
Blake leaves the muddy shore to swim among the reefs as Miss Leslie and Winthrope wait. They endure thirst and sun, improvising shade and a pebble or key to ease thirst while Blake ventures toward aid. The scene centers on survival actions and interpersonal tension aboard the stranded party.
Blake and companions haul a brilliant Coryphene from a half drained swamp pool after a hurricane strand in the bogs. They debate eating raw portions to curb thirst while seeking water, while Miss Jenny and Mina Leslie adjust to the survival ordeal as Winthrope counts remaining gear.
Blake storms at Winthrope over discarded matches and cigarettes after a wreck. Miss Leslie screams as Blake throttles Winthrope, then confronts him about the lost chance to light a cigarette. Tension rises as Winthrope retreats with a knife and Blake fumes.
Frank P. Walsh as chairman of the committee on industrial relations reprimands John D. Rockefeller Jr for his claimed ignorance of Colorado Supreme Court findings against Colorado Fuel and Iron Co. He urges ending the Industrial plan and Rockefeller's imperial control to restore workers' citizenship and self expression.
A reader laments short skirts and ankle exposure fueling male desire and degrading women’s virtue. The letter argues dress choices invite insult and undermine decency, calling for reflection on what constitutes a “good woman.”
A note from Waitresses Local Union No. 240 of Seattle sent to Senator Milea C. Poindexter at a Dreamland mass meeting pledges support in the upcoming election. The letter notes the union cannot attend the Dreamland gathering but promises ballot votes in September and November.
Cleveland Aug 14 The latest styles in tombstones are on display as hundreds of monument dealers from across the country arrive. A brief展示 of American granites and marbles will be held tomorrow during the National Retail Monument Dealers' association annual convention. The display, arranged by the U S Bureau of Standards, covers twenty thousand square feet of stone.
A fragmented vintage collage blends a whimsical pet tale about a disinfected rabbit with assorted letters and jokes. The piece references New York Times, Ohio State, Battle Creek sanitarium, and various small town quips, delivering a satirical peek at early 20th century amusements and notices.
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