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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1913
Page
4
Editor Canfield argues the Mexican war would be costly and difficult. He notes Mexican forces include convicts and rebels with varying loyalty. He warns invasion would require motives, unity, and heavy tolls from Uncle Sam, citing Grant on Mexican bravery.
A reader defends women against M L P a note on Eve and equality. The piece argues women labor without divine command and calls for equal rights. The column then analyzes potential U S intervention in Mexico detailing army size costs casualties and the need for volunteers. It previews tomorrow's Editor Canfield analysis of occupation impacts.
A traveling salesman, Arileett Wiley, aged 45, lived for self and travel in Evansville Indiana. He shot himself amid a moral meditation on life’s purpose and the supposed “game” of helping others versus solitary living. The piece comments on ego and fulfillment, contrasting Wiley’s choices with the idea of duty, family, and community.
A reflective Christmas essay contrasts serene tidy legends with modern excess. The piece honors charitable spirit and seasonal peace while critiquing overworked workers and sensationalism. It mentions Hearst and political intrigue amid festive imagery and public sentiment.
Discussion notes how socialist factions push for an amend ment making the chancellor answerable to the Reichstag and removable if imperial acts displease it. The piece questions how Bismarck would react and hints at other reform moves like tariff, currency, suffrage, and prohibition amid Wilsonian忙ness.
The Seattle Retail Merchants association honored J F Branigan of McRae & Branigan by selecting him president during the officers election. State Food Inspector J J Higgins addressed the meeting Tuesday evening.
A jumble of local oddities touches Cambridge and Seattle including talking dogs and public remarks. The piece mentions Elihu Root winning the 1912 Nobel Peace Prize and notes social events, a new bride surprise, and Thanksgiving plans with humor and scattered observations.
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