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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1914
Page
4
The message urges strict neutrality as Woodrow Wilson addresses fellow citizens. It condemns war-mongering voices in industry and the military, urges fairness toward all nationalities, and suggests dedicating naval resources to aid Europe rather than threaten Japan or China.
The piece portrays J Pierpont Morgan and Will E Humphrey opposing President Wilson's idea to nationalize and run merchant ships during the current emergency. It accuses them of-driven by personal gain, warning that public ownership would upset their businesses while urging swift government action.
The piece argues that war reveals socialistic tendencies in governments as nations seize control of commerce, pricing, and transport. It notes Germany France and England imposing controls while the United States contemplates acquiring ships. It questions whether such powers serve national progress after conflict.
A big musical comedy revue titled The Candy Shop tops the Metropolitan Theatre season with a 70 member New York company led by Rock and Fulton. The show opens Sunday night August 30 for one week only with popular priced matinees Wednesday and Saturday.
A fragment from a humorous column recalls a weary horse and driver Sam Winters in a busy street, with a street corner taunt about the horse intercepting traffic. Other vignettes include a store ad promising low summer dresses and jokes about a household item exchange.
The first annual Potlatch by Collins playfield youths starts tonight at 14th Ave S and Washington St with Mayor Gill and George F. Vradenburg speaking. South Park Choral Club soloists perform and competitive dancing is on the program, with Cavanaugh's band providing music.
A star classified advertisement highlights a quick sale. The notice emphasizes speed and visibility in attracting buyers for a sought after item.
Gen Powell Clayton a noted war hero and diplomat died in Washington at age 81. Washington authorities report ample cash available to move the nation crops and boost agricultural movement.
The Krinke Piano School offers a complete Plane F program including playing theory harmony counterpoint ear training and lectures with semi monthly recitals. Students may enter anytime. Located at Gutaieges on request near erner Broadway on Pine with daily hours 10 to 5 and telephone East 19.
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