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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1912
Page
4
A writer argues against cutting food with knives in favor of folding with a fork. He notes social pressure to use the fork for lettuce pancakes dumplings and pie and warns against shoveling with knives while praising neater portable portions. He predicts the knife may become obsolete.
The piece argues the New York Stock Exchange directors dominate fortunes and control seats and that the exchange siphons up to 5 billion dollars annually from the public. It urges action to stop the financial drain and cites Lawson’s figures to stress public anger.
Harriman the man who merged Union Pacific and Southern Pacific died September 9 1909. The U S supreme court ruled December 2 1912 after a lapse of 3 years 2 months and 23 days highlighting delays in judicial justice and criticism of the system.
The text argues the US Supreme Court can block combinations that defeat competition but cannot force firms to compete. It references Fresno related scenes and a fire alarm incident, noting railroad and coal interests and looming actions by railroad lawyers.
A wry, historical hint questions Greece taking action while others quarrel over carving. The line implies a humorous contrast between decisive action and hesitating debate, framed in a classical or political setting.
A tense exchange features a person asking for departure and receiving a calm confirmation. The dialogue centers on an imminent breakup with a direct yes and a follow up question about timing. The scene emphasizes emotional climax through concise verbal confrontation.
The 14th Infantry from Fort William Henry is ordered to Fort Lawton as interior posts close. Colonel Wilson commands the unit which will likely reach Seattle in January after Col. Kennon's troops depart for the Philippines.
A guide to the new parcel post effective January 1 outlines stamp changes, weight limits, and distance based rates. It explains measuring 72 inches girth, using new parcel stamps, and the three key features including distance based postage, weight up to one pound, and a parcel post guide map in post offices.
A curious item notes a rover finding an umbrella as police report sixty eight arrests during Christmas related incidents. The piece wanders through quirky lines about joy water, Christmas bills, and jovial misadventures, interlacing local school sports notes and odd proverbs with scattered quotes from a Montpelier Leader column.
Christmas arrests total eighty mostly for drunkenness as Seattle observes the holidays. Pete Monahan arrives with six thousand dollars in gold dust after discovering pay on Valdes creek near Valdes Alaska. An assorted collage of notes follows on marriage costs, Elbert Hubbard quips, and a fading billiard rivalry with Willie Hoppe.
A fragmentary New Year piece blends light social quips about spending and fashion with a backstage encounter in New York. It notes a drama manager finding author Louis N Parker in a theater lobby and a humorous dig at Elbert Hubbard. The tone is brisk and observational.
Amos Angesburger has been ill with a laticatica for over a week. Dr. Bixel of Pandora has been the attending physician. At last reports he was improving again. Pandora Times notes a proverb about youth and crops, reflecting on risky endeavors.
A string of quips and observations on marriage gender roles and city life. Jokes touch on homemaking envy suffrage voting Irish workers street cleaners and fashion with a final gag about a pupil and a caterpillar.
A man recalls a surprise Christmas gift for his wife and mentions a claim about Pittsburg consuming more coal than any city worldwide. The dialogue touches on Christmas and city fuel usage.
An advertising panel praises Parisian Sage as a safe hair growth tonic that banishes dandruff and itching while restoring life to dull hair. It claims the product nourishes the hair root, offers a 50 cent bottle, and promises money back if not satisfied. Bartell's stores and dealers are noted as sellers.
In Surin fla des a judge laughs at a dress dispute involving Mrs Finklestein and tailor Ruben Stern. The case centers on a gown said to be unfit and alleged slapping after claims of misfit. No witnesses, Judge Appleton dismisses after Stern departs.
London police sought a thief using six photos from prior convictions. A small town police commissioner sent a letter saying five suspects were already arrested and the sixth traced, with hopes of capture soon.
J. W. Riley, aged and with a paralyzed right arm, wrote his name with his left hand for a Red Cross tuberculosis fund at Indianapolis. The signature, while wobbly, resembles his famous handwriting and was auctioned by Mayor Shaak.
A large shipment of striped penitentiary suits, the last worn by Oregon inmates, awaits the ragman as prisoners now wear gray attire. An order had already abolished stripes except for rule violators, and Governor West planned to end all stripes on Christmas day.
Lumberjacks in the Bemidji vicinity drank wood alcohol on Christmas day and attacked each other with axes. The incident left 14 dead from wounds and alcohol intoxication.
Tugs bring part of the crew from the steamer Turrbalba, ashore at Kee Harbor near Atlantic City after a Saturday grounding. Refloating the vessel is expected before night.
G Benninghausen appointed temporary receiver by Judge King Dykeman for Wenatchee Heights Orchard Co after filing a 10000 bond. Appointment follows claims assets were diverted by contract holders leading to 26000 due on county orchard land contracts. Water rights sale allegedly left lands practically valueless.
Secretary of State Ben W. Olcott revealed he is the brother in law of Governor West through his secret Christmas wedding to Lena Hutton of Salem. Judge P. S. Knight officiated. The bride is sister of Mrs West and P. S. Knight is also connected through marriage.
A note from relatives suggests using $10 from savings to buy a practical gift from Dr Edmunds in the building. The aim is to ease headaches and nervousness and bring happiness to Papa and Mamma in the coming year.
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