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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1920
Page
11
A jumble of quirky snippets notes profiteer burglars and a Ponsi character sentenced to long terms. Other items mention Henry Higgins in London fashion, divers and a bank ad praising progress. The tone blends humor with brief crime notices and social witticisms.
A Seattle report questions a Burleson order banning postal workers’ families from political ties. The piece critiques autocratic style and cites concerns that the rule targets relatives while not applying equally to others. The editorial awaits the official copy for verification.
A Seattle Star reader from Everett urges landlords to accept families with children. She notes many ads say no houses for families and questions why babies are barred from furnished rentals. She asks what to do and whether moving is the only answer, ending by urging printing of the letter.
Fragment from a 1920 poem about enduring effort and perseverance. The verse contrasts laughter and sighs, urging self made success and resilience. A humorous exchange about hardship and a man who wins through perseverance ends with a joke about lighting a cigar.
The text argues Colby seeks US Russia friendship, condemns propaganda, and promises no despoiling of Slavs. It envisions true democracy in Russia and a future rhythm of goodwill. It notes America alone will show active regard for Russia’s welfare amid broader international interest, with Japan highlighted as a key concern.
A potato grower notes he earned one dollar per bushel while transport cost was two dollars and the marketing three dollars, making the city price six dollars and the consumer paying six times the base cost. A grapefruit grower earned half a cent per fruit with two and a half cents for transport and nine cents for marketing, totaling 12 cents to the consumer. The piece urges readers to examine the high costs of transport and marketing that inflate prices.
The piece mocks the phrase keep a stiff upper lip and jokes that a stiff lower lip would be more dramatic. It contrasts public stoicism with genuine emotion and playfully critiques purist notions of steadfastness in speech.
The piece cites Timothy Flint warning of national extravagance and debt, noting repeats of his fears across generations from 1430 to 1920, and suggesting the nation survives each cycle only to face a new wave of prophets predicting doom.
The piece lauds Venizelos for expanding Greece’s territory and influence while noting two assailants aimed to kill him to “save Greece.” It contrasts his wartime leadership with the botched attack and includes satirical asides about campaign finance probes and other light notices.
Doctor Frank Crane discusses how words grow from past roots and misapprehensions. He notes etymology reveals ancient beliefs and names origins for apples, tomatoes, tobacco, America, and other everyday terms, linking language to history and myth.
A Tacoma pastor reflects on Seattle Portland Los Angeles San Francisco Oakland and Spokane, arguing the Pacific coast will surpass the Atlantic in cities, trade and spirit. He praises Seattle as most progressive and envisions Oakland as a rising New York of the coast.
An advertisement touts five grain iron phosphate tablets to increase flesh and strengthen the nervous system. It claims better absorption of nutrients, improved energy and endurance, and promises noticeable gains with continued use. The offer mentions Owl Drug Co. and a money back promise if not satisfied.
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