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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1914
Page
4
A quirky column observes that wealthier men with many poor relations may live longer while some women stay seated through an opera to savor fashion. It quotes C. S. on patience with a deaf man waiting for a sandal to tick as a humorous aside.
The piece argues war reshapes nations and individuals, jolting latent energies. It envisions Europe’s long conflict breeding entrenched hatreds, while Americans glimpse border tensions. A grand cleanup postwar could renew civilization and empower workers with new purpose.
A column fragment riffs on a Bible quotation from Saint Matthew while criticizing Portland and Seattle political clashes. It rails against lawmakers, judges, and officials including Humphrey, Griffiths, and the so called private employment grafter, amid remarks on impeachment and campaign fights.
In spite of wartime restrictions, Everett True persists on the first page. Johnny Clancy notes public appetite for bold commentary and continued push for visibility in press despite curbs.
A collage of quips and verses features a police judge joke about a four year old burglar, a locksmith line from a gambling raid, a dentistly beetle fishing gag, and a poker tale about four aces. The piece ends with a Whittier Tennyson Longfellow poem fragment about swatting flies and a final note advertising an August 30 excursion.
Former Provisional President Carbajal of Mexico was spotted in El Paso Texas arriving from San Antonio. The reason for his visit was not explained.
The State Board of Medical Examiners report to Gov. Lister that 150 illegal medical practitioners were forced to suspend operations in the state during the year. The board seeks authority to hire attorneys to prosecute code violators.
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