Call for Borah naval cutback echoes in political mockery
The piece voices support for Senator Borah's plan to force a Britain Japan arms cut and criticizes peace hypocrisy. It mocks war readiness, cites Harding, and mentions figures like Lloyd George and the mikado. It also includes satirical takes on Prohibition and blue laws and ends with a local notice about returning a horse.
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Borah
Sam
Great Britain
Japan
Harding
Senator Borah
Britain
Lloyd George
Driving A Car In A World Of Laws And Rules
The piece argues motorists must carry learned legal guidance and current ordinances to avoid jail as 5000 new automobile laws loom in state legislatures. David Jameson of the AAA urges uniform traffic laws and registration fees to allow travel without fear of breaking rules.
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David Jameson
American Automobile Association
Uni
Spirit Machine at Ellivon Lab Sparks Public Curiosity
The piece mocks a proposed dead communication device by Spirit Machine Thomas A. Fedman, predicting a gadget with gears and dials. It humorously imagines sending calls to George Washington while noting skepticism about true contact with the astral realm. The piece urges Edison to hurry but jokes about whether Cousin Jonathan’s whereabouts could be revealed.
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Thomas A. Fedman
Ellivon Laboratory
George Washington
Uncle Alensom
Mr. Edison
Astral Central
Jonathan Tet
Chinese eggs arrive in New York in frozen broken form
The Tuscan Star brings 128 million Chinese eggs from Hankow to New York. Exporters claim shells break easily at sea and keep eggs from spoiling, but the piece argues the real motive is the smaller size and less appeal to American housewives who prefer eggs by weight.
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New York
Hankow
China
Savor of Life and Laughing at Dignity
A reflective brief notes how public reaction to a street fall and a derisive derby chase reveals societal norms. It contrasts ordinary mirth with elite disdain for crude humor and contemplates future restraint in laughter and the fate of those who mock human folly.
Mythomania and a theft at the British embassy
The piece discusses mythomania or myth making as a form of immaturity and a possible mental illness requiring attention. It cites a theft of six bottles of Scotch from the British embassy and alludes to political fault lines and cabinet shelving without naming specific figures.
United States Tariff Sparks Editorial Outlook From Vancouver
An editorial reprinted from the Vancouver Sun argues that high U.S. tariffs would hurt Canada by reducing Canadian purchases of American goods. It notes Canada is a major customer and that tariffs could shift trade toward British Dominions while wheat growers may benefit from redirected shipping routes via Vancouver.
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United States
Vancouver Sun
Canada
West Indies
British Overseas Dominions
Minneapolis
Vancouver
Murder is murder and capital punishment debate in letters
In letters to The Star readers argue against capital punishment and urge humane treatment. G Y Eaton questions use of prison life for the insane and suggests mental restoration could justify release. A Montana visitor complains state leaders are too busy to hear appeals in the Isom White case.
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the Star
Star
Thin
Montana
Isom White
Altho
Seattle Facts and Local Highlights
King county cows hold a world record for milk production. The old Madison St Cable Railway Co was incorporated in Seattle. The first marriage in the city occurred early in its history. R. A. Ballinger, a Seattle lawyer, served as secretary of the interior under Taft. The Elke home opened on May 2, 1914. Princess Angeline, daughter of Chief Seattle, is said to be buried in Lake View cemetery.
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King County
Madison St Cable Railway Co. Incorporated
R. A. Ballinger
Seattle
Interior
Taft
Elke
Princess Angeline
Chief Beatle
Lake View Cemetery
If You Must Worry by Roger W Babson
A collection of parables and reader letters urging personal focus over anxiety. Babson says spring will come despite doubt, while a cherry tree warns about real dangers like an ichneumon fly larva. Letters critique gas bills and urge petitions to commute a sentence and curb violent film content.
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Roger W. Babson
the Star
M. Walsh
Weet 58Th St
Second Class Scout Cryptic Wordplay
In a Boys' Life item, a riddle links germ origins to Germany and Paris, asking what comes from Ireland while a Tenderfoot and another Scout name a pun involving Mike Crobes. The brief uses playful boy scout lexicon and prompts a guess.
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Germany
Paris
Ireland
Mike Crobes
Proposed Blue Sky Law drafted for state securities protection
A city committee drafts a blue sky law to shield investors from illegitimate securities. A state securities department would issue certificates, approve disclosures, and require detailed company statements before sale. The plan aims to curb deceptive offerings and inform buyers while preserving legitimate markets.
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Securities
Olympia
Seattle
Spokane
New York
Chicago
Pacific
Atlantic
Warht
Washington
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