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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1920
Page
17
A letter urges strict neutrality for Bolo club endorsements, arguing officers and staff should abstain from voting to preserve veteran views. It shifts to a column proposing a mass housing plan with multi story blocks, centralized stores, and automatic services to cut costs for tenants, signed by Wisner of New York.
A concise maxim notes that trouble arises from idleness, while needless ease yields grievous toil, attributed to Benjamin Franklin.
The poem All Day by Edmund Vance Cooke extols a morning kiss that lasts the day. A Philadelphia Public Ledger note then recalls a crowded transit scene where a man steps on a passenger’s toes and a sharp exchange follows about personal privilege on the bus or streetcar.
The piece lauds Albania's independence as inevitable, noting its resistance to Italian, Greek, and Jugoslav pressure. It argues Albania can govern itself without mandatories, praising mountain tribes, unity among Christians and Muslims, and Europe’s eventual recognition of an autonomous Albania.
An invalid Cincinnati boy longed to walk free of his crutches. Doctors set him a garden task to grow a muskmelon, and as he walked to the plot daily he gained confidence until he could abandon the crutches. The prize muskmelon won first at the county fair, symbolizing faith over fear.
The International Institute of Agriculture reports 10.5 million metric tons of wheat and rye ready for shipment as of April 1 1920, with 8.1 million needed until harvests. North America provides 6 million, South America 3.2 million, Australia 1.3 million, leaving a predicted August 1 surplus of 2.4 million tons after meeting import needs. Earth and rain and sun have done their duty. It is up to mankind to make sure the results.
A casting director criticizes Hollywood for prioritizing beauty over brains in selecting actresses. He argues studios want performers who combine looks with intelligence and work ethic, noting Mary Pickford’s success demonstrates dedication behind talent. The piece implies many aspiring stars lack that dual qualification.
The piece argues that historic change comes from many people, not a single hero. It notes that victory in war, invention of the telephone, and wireless progress relied on prior work by countless others, with named figures built on by unseen predecessors. It also mentions Cork, Olympic Finns, and postwar governance shifts as ongoing news points.
Doctor Crane argues that solitude nourishes deeper traits like wonder, beauty, and humility while modern life’s crowds foster surface skills. He notes humans crave fellowship yet overexposure hampers inner growth, urging time alone to cultivate character and religious feeling.
A reading from Denver papers recalls a week of violent unrest where mobs attacked, arsoned and looted, with guards and troops unable to quell the chaos. A striking focus on how youths led assaults and the savage excitement of conflict amid broken laws and orders.
A scrambled passage reflects concerns about juvenile delinquency and reform, arguing courts should prioritize the greater good and fair chances for boys. It praises rugged masculinity, laments modern softness, and cites various historical and civic references to illustrate social tensions.
An advertisement promises to remove freckles using Othine double strength. It claims quick fading and possible full removal after daily morning application, with a money back guarantee if results fail.
Advertises boys overcoats crafted in fatherly style with snug shoulders, belt effects, and full back wrap. Made of chinchilla, worsteds and Melton cloths in brown blue gray and mixtures, lined with wool and plaid or check patterns. Sizes 2% to 18 priced from 12.50 to 30.00.
Frocks priced at 6.95 in ten pretty designs. Crepe, pique, gingham and Devonshire fabrics with colors and color combos. Some hand-embroidered. Sizes range from 8 to 14.
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