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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1910
Page
4
The college president argues production is solved but distribution remains the core issue. He links hunger to railroad rates monopolies land public utilities and wages as facets of the single problem: ensuring all people have food clothing shelter and a fair share of life’s comforts.
The column riffs on Christmas while mocking railroads, divorce rumors, and social manners. It jokes about a Philadelphia judge, U S Commodore Sims, and a gag about Santa Claus gifts needing mighty sums. It notes Willie Astor’s wealth and tax duties across nations with satire.
A visitor praises Mrs Brown for a cheerful fire and learns the secret is cocoanut shells. The astonished guest asks about the fuel and is told the shells, newly tried this winter, are now the preferred burn. The note mentions a Dreamland dance tonight.
New York December 26. Playwright John W. DeKay debuts Judas at Globe Theatre with Sarah Bernhardt in the title role. He portrays Judas as a humane, noble man driven by a greater cause rather than money, arguing the betrayal stemmed from a deeper purpose. DeKay, a businessman and writer, seeks to challenge traditional Bible narratives.
The narrator invites Carrye to join a trip to Chicago to visit a supposedly wealthy aunt, Aunt Blanche, hoping to find employment and companionship. They spin up a tall tale to impress Carrye, portraying Aunt Blanche as a lone,loving patron in a genteel setting as they prepare for travel.
Strolls column recalls a hotel death by suicide in a suite. A later guest demanded a room with bath, learns the tragedy, and protests the room’s use. The clerk refuses to seal the room, joking it could bankrupt the hotel, prompting the man to leave for another hotel.
A mosaic of quips and anecdotes mix wisdom, humor, and holiday lore. Snippets mention Uncle Elmer Spink and a western estate dispute, Wassail bowls and Saxon health, Morgan gifts, and a quip about ailed nerves after a hearty holiday feast.
The piece profiles Henry Labouchere, the London journalist and politician, noting his support for Irish home rule, opposition to Cecil Rhodes, and independent stance during the Boer War era. It mentions his reputation and the printer’s calling cards at 118 Union Street.
The notice states a 4 percent rate compounded semi annually as the maximum safe savings bank rate. It argues higher rates reduce earnings and safe investments and urges inquiries about a savings account.
Bank for Savings announces location at 3rd Avenue and Pike Street with branch service details and hours. The notice highlights accessibility for customers in the downtown area and invites inquiries about accounts and loans.
In Rutherford New Jersey residents rely on signals from a tall Met Tower near Jersey City to set clocks. The white light at the top, changing to red in patterns on the hour and half hour, serves as a public timepiece visible for miles.
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