Constructive Policy Seen as Cost of Living Solution
In the 1912 presidential campaign the successful party could launch a truly constructive policy to begin solving the nation’s cost of living problem, a potential Christmas present to the country.
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25 Dec 1911
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1911
Page
1
Candidates for Mayor In Uneven Field After Quick Pick
Two candidates emerged for mayor after a last minute switch. Scott Calhoun, dubbed the big business choice, was selected at a Washington hotel banquet after J E Chilberg declined due to a city conflict with his bank. The other candidate, backing the progressive voice, has not yet announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feild
Scott Calhoun
Washington
J. E. Chilberg
Chillberg’s Bank
Charlie
Calhoun
Gaihec
Gill
Star Kiddies Show Promises Weeks of Noah Ark Entertainment
A brief note announces Mr Noah Ark will entertain star children today and tomorrow and for several days to come, offering ongoing performances for young audiences over an extended period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noah Ark
Fight for Convention Foretold for Democratic Nominating Meet
Washington reports a real fight is forecast for the Democratic national convention with Baltimore and New York City as contenders. New Yorks candidacy has been tentative as the national committee plans to meet in January to select the venue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Baltimore
New York c
New Yorks
New York
National Committee
Bloody Revenge Editorial Demands in Persian Resistance
The Novoe Vremya editorial calls for bloody revenge for Persian resistance to Russian occupation of Tabriz and Resht. It rebukes the government for being surprised as in the war with Japan and blames the Persian revolutionary outbreaks on no one in particular.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peternopung
Novoe Vremya
Tabriz
Resht
Japan
Gift of Time and Kindness for Christmas
A heartfelt gift cannot be bought with money. Sharing time, attention, and acts of goodwill creates lasting warmth and memories, turning a holiday into a meaningful celebration of connection and generosity.
What to Do for Christmas Fire Victim
Instructions advise immediate restraint of the injured person to prevent movement, wrapping in a blanket, extinguishing flames, and cooling wounds with soda or water compresses. After cooling, use a mixture of sweet oil and lime water if available and call a doctor for any significant burn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ
Five Poisoned in Henderson Farm Tragedy Leaves Two Dead
In Henderson Kentucky a farm owned by Thomas Royster saw five people poisoned, with two deaths. The victims include Henry Royster aged 18 and Retta Davis a 70 year old cook. Blanche Royster’s daughter Lorena Royster 12 is expected to recover. A search for former employee Philip Burris follows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson
Dee
Derson
Thomas Royster
Philip Burris
Blanche Royster
Henry Royster
Retta Davis
Lorena Royster
Father Kidnaps Crippled Boy in California
Lena McKay, fearing her 3 year old son Mitchell has been kidnapped by his father, a one legged man, asks police to watch outgoing trains as the missing boy is believed taken toward San Francisco. The husband deserted the family, leaving three children with his wife who remains the only one to care for them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Los Angeles
Mitchell
San Francisco
Mra
Lena McKay
Kaiser Is Pretty Expensive Guest
Berlin reports Count Johannes von Francken-Sterstorpf spent 106000 marks about $24000 entertaining Emperor William for a day. He imported 5000 pheasants at $1.50 each and lit his forest with thousands of incandescent bulbs for the royal visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Berlin
Johannes von Francken-Sterstorpf
Mise Mary Knowlton
Brooklyn
William
Cardinal Farley and O'Connell Attend Christmas Dinner in Rome
Cardinal Farley and Cardinal O'Connell were the guests of honor at a Christmas dinner at the American college in Rome. Tomorrow O'Connell will travel to Naples by automobile for a few days before returning to America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Farley
O'Connell
American College
Cardinal O'Connell
Naples
America
Ex-Boss Ruef May Be Paroled Within Two Months
Friends of Abe Ruef, serving a 14 year sentence for bribery at San Quentin, say he will be paroled within the next two months. Influential pressure has been applied and release may come any time after March 6, 1912, under state prison rules, a prominent business man claims the information may come directly from Ruef.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe Ruef
Boss
United Press
San Francisco
San Quentin
State Board of Prison Directors
Ruef
No Case Against Darrow, Says LA District Attorney
Los Angeles dispatch reports District Attorney John Do Fredericks stating there is no case against Clarence Darrow regarding bribery linked to the McNamara brothers’ cases. He cautions suspicion remains but offers no charges unless further evidence emerges, noting immunity issues with Franklin and lack of admissible evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Los Angeles
Clarence Darrow
McNamara Brothers
Lockwood
Ain
John DO. Fredericks
Fredericks
Franklin
Darrow
Do You Remember Margaret
The Star recalls Margaret the homeless girl helped by the paper last year. A well filled stocking and a joyful home greet her this morning as the moment of a Christmas gift memory returns with warm wishes for many more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret
Margaret Margaret
Baby Margaret
Theatre Fire in Aransasaza Claims Dozens
A theatre fire in Aransasaz a Mex last night caused at least four deaths by trampling and many injuries as panic spread. Dozens more reported hurt with authorities tallying the dead and injured today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press Wire
Aransazaza, Mex
Will Taft Men Consent to Statewide Primaries
Charles G. Heifner, chair of the Democratic state central committee, urges the Republican committee to set statewide primaries to reflect voter choice for presidential nominees. He asks for a joint meeting to cover costs and plan the primaries, aiming for a delegation aligned with the state's broad support. Taft supporters fear giving voters a say, so Conner is not expected to approve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles G. Heifner
Democratic State Central Committee
Republican Central Committee
Hay
Republican State Central Committee
Heifner
Coiner
Republican Committee
Helfner
Washington
Taft
Conner
Propeonal
Sensation in Probe Looms for Wednesday Grand Jury
Los Angeles dispatch reports anticipation of a sensational federal grand jury action on the dynamite plot probe. Indictments were not yet prepared, with prosecutors awaiting all local testimony before presenting true bills. About a dozen key witnesses including Olaf Treltmoe Anton Johansen E A Clancy and Eric B Morton are slated to testify this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Los Angeles
Federal
Olaf Treltmoe
Anton Johannsen
A. Clancy
Eric B. Morton
J. B. Munsey
B. J. Hendricks
J. B. Timmons
John R. Harrington
Streetcar Tickets Sell for Four Cents Each
“Merry Christmas” shoppers can buy street car tickets at four cents each. The note highlights a holiday price point and invites riders to stock up for travel during the season.
No Gift More Fragrant Than A Loving Free Heart
A reflective line extols a loving heart given to aid others as surpassing any material gift. It frames kindness as the truest blessing, inviting readers to consider generous acts toward those in need as enduring and meaningful.
It Was Their Christmas Gift
In San Francisco on Christmas Eve a fight left Alexander Delmarco severely injured, with authorities reporting he is dying. He opened his eyes and said it was “their Christmas gift to me” as police seek the names of his assailants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Preas
San Francisco
Alexander Delmarco
Delmarco
Marbor Emergency Hospital
Eames to Stay on the Stage in Tosca and Othello
Boston reports Emma Eames will not retire from grand opera. She sang Tosca at the Boston Opera House and is scheduled to perform Othello on Friday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eames
Boston
Boston Opera House
Emma Eames
Cute Smoking Jacket Charge Gaffe
A man laments his partner splurging on a smoking jacket while she insists she spent nothing. He learns the purchase was charged to his account, revealing the hidden debt. The exchange captures a humorous domestic misunderstanding.
Man Seeks Shared Self Sacrifice for Fellows
A reflective line notes that a person who aims to give himself to others will discover there is ample of him to share, implying abundance through generosity and service among people.
Christmas Plunge In Surf At Dolphin Rowing Club
Twenty members of the Dolphin Rowing Club ran six miles from their club house to the beach for the annual mid winter run and beach frolic. They then joined an eat and talkfest at the Seal Rock house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Dolphin Rowing Club
Seal Rock House
Merry Christmas for Jackie A Toddler Forever Wanted
The Star features Jackie a 22 month old foundling given a new start and a loving home. A joyous Christmas occurs as his stocking overflows with toys and a talking squeaky teddy bear. His parents are unnamed, but the family is now complete and hopeful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackie
Taft Appears as Santa Claus Chief Executive Delights Family
President Taft distributed gifts to sons Robert and Charlie and daughter Helen in Santa Claus duties at the White House. He attended church with Mrs Taft and planned a long walk, then a theatre visit. Yesterday he eluded secret service for the first time in three years before quietly visiting friends with Mrs Taft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Taft
Santa Claus
Robert
Charlie
Helen
Erlanger and Woman in Case
After the settlement of A L Erlanger's wife's divorce suit, gossip centers on Elphye Snowden a chorus girl once with Weber and Fields as the potential “woman in the case.” Snowden left a furnished flat here and moved elsewhere claiming she inherited $40 000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Toin, Voc
A. L. Erlanger
Theatrical Trust
Broadway
Elphye Snowden
Weber and Fields
Glorious Christmas Party for 1,000 Kiddies at Dreamland
Thousands of children gathered before the Dreamland Pavilion as Aier Pantages lit a giant Christmas tree. Mike Fisher donated the rink use and Wagner's band played as Mrs Pantages handed out over 1,000 candy boxes. Children from Mother Ruther home and Day Nursery joined the celebration for a memorable holiday event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dreamland Pavilion
Ier
Lady Bountiful
Mike Fisher
Shaver
Wagner
Dying Boy Requests Turkey Gift for Mother
Leonard Whitley, dying from injuries after a freight train accident, asked that a fifteen pound live turkey he bought for his mother be delivered to her before Christmas. His mother was away in Arizona for illness, and the turkey becomes a living memory of her son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Leonard Whitley
Arizona
Leonard
Jail Break by Six Prisoners in Bozeman
Six inmates escaped from Bozeman Montana county jail by prying the cage lock with an iron bar, digging to the basement, tearing through a two foot masonry wall to the burglar proof vault, and exiting through an opposite wall while the night watchman slept. no money was taken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bozeman, Mont
New County
Hang Your Heart on the Christmas Tree Motto
The phrase urges placing emotional ties on a Christmas tree as a guiding sentiment for the season. It reflects a warm decorative and symbolic focus on festive traditions and heartfelt observance.
Former City Official Killed by Train at San Jose Crossing
In San Jose California on December 25 former Superintendent of Streets D Ht Kelsey was killed by a Southern Pacific train at a crossing. Kelsey had been employed by the railroad since resigning his city post and was killed while at work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
San Jose
Cal
D. Ht
Kelsey
Southern Pacific
Height of happiness in a Christmas bride’s remark
A Christmas caller asks about happiness and a pretty bride jokes that her partner stands about five feet ten inches tall. The exchange captures light holiday humor and personal banter in a social setting.
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Valentines
Thomas Moore
Fight
Osgar and Adolf
Adoke
Osgar
Edwin
Adolf
Kaiser
Pete
Santa Taft
Erlanger
Boston Transcript
Shafer Bros
Dana
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