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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1913
Page
4
A quotation from Bushido asserts knowledge is valuable only by its practical use in life. It critiques readers who sniff at ideas. both the bookish and the overread are said to be unpleasant, favoring action over theory in ethical conduct.
Collier's Weekly lauds Senator Poindexter of Washington for backing the Underwood tariff. The Spokesman-Review criticizes his stance while acknowledging his courage in defying powerful interests. The piece suggests Poindexter faces potential defeat if his support for free trade costs reelection.
A German born dressmaker Matilda Reglin in East Orange New Jersey killed herself after losing $4,000 to a bank collapse. The piece argues deposits should be insured and taxes on bankers proposed. It notes other items on banking ethics and public figures.
A miscellany of humor bits and jokes appears in the issue including ads about apprentices and tested products, a Santa Claus scene, wedding photo requests with fake cameras, a puzzle about hens and profits, and a brief verse about a dance mishap.
Washington dispatch reports a cabinet member alleging a coordinated effort by New York bankers and political allies to induce a economic panic to undermine Democratic policies. Congress voices blame on figures like Root Hadley Cannon Hilles Mann as the fight over telegraph monopoly reform looms and proposals to federally take over services are discussed.
A Pasaaic New Jersey girl, Leona Dalrymple, about 20, wins a $10,000 prize from the Reilly-Hunt ton Publishing Co of Chicago for her story Diane of the Green Van in a company contest. She received the check after a man delivered the news and the prize details.
Under the Central Council of Social Agencies a New Year’s watch will be held in City Hall park Wednesday evening to midnight. Mayor George Cotterill consents to preside with Rev. Dr. Sydney Strong. Folk songs celebrate many nationalities and the Mercer Island boys’ band, 30 pieces, will perform.
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