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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1912
Page
4
An editorial condemns portraying Sir Thomas Lipton as the world’s greatest matrimonial catch. It lauds his tea business and yachts but denounces the notion that his marriage prospects reflect low and venal ideals, urging a fair view of his life and character.
A Toledo coal baron asserts consumers will pay 50 cents more per ton for coal rather than be without. He argues higher costs to miners or powder are not needed as justification, insisting pay or freeze captures the truth of rising fuel prices.
The piece notes judgment on Idaho supreme court and Boise News editor’s contempt claim, mentions Mr Roosevelt planning a coast trip via the Canadian Pacific, and jokes about hunting books and early monarch history with critical commentary on tax vows and currency reserves.
A playful remark calls Bulgaria The New Baby Nation reflecting lighthearted pride. The post notes an amusing sight of a baby born with a full beard, highlighting quirky national sentiment and humorous commentary.
A Seattle Princeton graduate recalls Woodrow Wilson in classroom days at Princeton. The reminiscences describe his calm bearing, humor in private moments, and strict enforcement of rules for students and chapel conduct.
The article notes former Tennessee governor Patterson arriving to help build a defense for a shooting case. Chief Bannick reports 18,489 arrests in the year ending November 30, 1911. The piece recalls era events on First Avenue, cable cars, and local candidates.
A historic local recap notes the charter revision committee held its last meeting five years ago. Amid curiosities, editorials reference public works, finance, and community plans including the Leary building project and YMCA board discussions.
A vintage guide describes buying a Christmas tree a week before the holiday and storing it in a basement near a furnace. It advises decorating with candles and cotton, then moving it upstairs and lighting gas and the tree lights. The piece also notes correct usage of Serb versus Servian for Serbians.
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