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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1922
Page
11
The author argues that civilizational collapse is not tribal but moral. Without humanitarian brotherhood the world would still have skyscrapers and railways yet lose its spirit, leading to ruthless power and erosion of cooperation. The danger is likened to World War era trends, now more insidious in America and Europe.
Fragmentary report notes a Chinaman falling from the Pecos bridge and a $50 fine for carrying a can. mentions Judge Rean, General Daugherty impeachment chatter, and a comic house judiciary committee publicity stunt. also references an American harvester king buying a Polish bride.
The Bellingham Herald notes a 9.60 city purchase of a bottle of ty last summer. George Cole says the city council bought it to treat the crew of the U S S Tennessee during a harbor visit. Officers wanted to see the Peace Arch at Blaine and the ship’s crew was entertained aboard.
Representative London argues constitutions protect individual rights not curtail them and explains voting for suffrage while opposing prohibition. A New York City claim about a horse reading traffic signals is noted. A Canadian asbestos mill fire is mentioned with an assertion that evidence can prove BR did.
Lynden Tribune notes the State Tax League's push for a state income tax as the sole real plan for reform. Cutting expenses is urged while a new revenue source must be found to reach those escaping the assessor and ease burdens on farms and homes in Washington. The piece cites Senator Underwood on senate pay and contrasts daydreams with nightmares in a short, pointed editorial tone.
Iris Ackerman cites the ability to fish near home with abundant catches as others chase distant lakes. The piece notes fishermen turning creels on Lake Washington while others seek far mountains, and a reflected belief that opportunity exists locally despite skepticism. It also mentions a humorous dispatch about a former Kaiser and a reference to Senator Norris with a quip on headlines.
Census data show the film industry employed about 11 000, paid 38 million dollars in wages, and produced goods valued at over 77 million. Salaries for most workers were low with a few high earners. the report notes few gains for the many and hints at gambling-like incentives.
Virginia Miller argues in The Star that vice persists in cities despite law enforcement. She proposes harsher sentences for drug peddlers and bootleggers, suggesting 10 years for peddling and 30 days for bootlegging to deter crime and reduce corruption.
A letter argues the state industrial insurance department should be self supporting. It contends taxpayers fund salaries and expenses via the general fund, totaling about 2000000 over years, while injuries are paid by protected industries. The writer urges legislative change to stop dipping into the general fund and save over 300000 annually.
The Yukon and Hudson Bay regions see temperatures drop to 60 below and heavy snows. Ptarmigan plumage shifts to white to blend with snow, aiding avoidance by foxes and wolves. ermine fur also turns white, while Prof. J Arthur Thomson notes winter as a season of rest and renewal driving spring evolution.
The page surveys global commerce from a Lyon mill project for artificial silk to Venezuelan home sewing habits. It notes imports limited by high duties, Sino American timber tensions, and October auto parts exports. It mentions Japan China rail tunnel plans and Haitian machete use, plus South African hat pricing.
The text claims Royal baking powder is the highest quality and universally recommended, noting it leaves no alam and has no bitter taste.
GLASGOW Dec 26 Robert A. Alexander was lynched by a mob for kidnapping a child later identified as his adopted son. The case sparked violent public action and raised concerns over vigilante justice in this city.
Mrs Hannah Calder dies on a train in Kansas City Missouri while en route to visit a sister she had not seen for 40 years. The date is December 26 and the report notes the journey to reunite with a sister after four decades.
A family plans Christmas cheer by gifting Mother new clothes. They consider a hotel dinner but worry about budget. They propose buying a coat and dress from Cherry's at 1015 Second Ave Rialto Ridge with six months to pay, inviting Fred and Harriet to join.
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