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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1910

Page

5

Seattle Star urges voters to back Bouillon in mayoral bid

The Star argues Bouillon stands for good citizenship and attacks Gill as corrupt in the republican primary. It warns that if the underworld gains control of Seattle’s dominant party, the city would suffer. It endorses Moore or Erickson in democrats and Bothwell for comptroller and Terry for treasurer.

Seattle Star A. V. Bouillon Hiram C. Gill Bouillon Gill Underworld William Hickman Moore Oliver T. Erickson Judge Moore William J, Bothwell Riplinger Bothwell Edward L. Terry Col. Prosser the Star

Vague political verve and odd claims mark a dated column

The piece jumbles political nerves with sly remarks on voter registrations and public figures. It cites Taft’s trust bill as dull and notes questionable campaigns with supposed fraud risks. It reflects early 20th century political skepticism and social observations with a mix of humor and suspicion.

High Cost of Living Card by Prof Noah Lotton

A satirical column mocks the high cost of living with jokes about puff pastry, rent, taxes, and a farmer’s lot. It notes New York theatre growth, a $10 prize for a meal plan, and debates on trusts and price pressures.

Prof Noah Lotton New York Jiggleworth Hohunk

Diana's Diary Finds High Cost of Living in Grocery Work

In this diaristic piece, Diana Dilipickles seeks the reason behind high living costs by spending a week as a grocery clerk. She confronts grocer Mr. Rib Roast, learns profits are slim on staples, and notes the hidden labor and losses that affect prices.

Mise Dilipickles Diana Dilipickles

Horseflesh science in Dallas where horse doctor naps

Henry Hudson of Denton county sought help for a sick horse from Otto McAlester claiming to be a horse doctor. Otto offered medicine and returned to rest in a saloon back room, was arrested by an officer, and is now building county roads without expense to the county. The horse recovered.

Dallas Tex Henry Hudson Denton County Otto McAlester Henry Otto

Roversi's Restaurant Misaddressed Letters Cause Mixup

A run of misaddressed letters to Louis Glavis at 44 East First Street, misread as Mr Roverai, causes confusion at Roversi's restaurant. Nearby editor at No. 7% publishes a trade paper, clearing the pile. A separate tale recounts Miss Jossum convicting a begging old woman with seven bank accounts and seven children, while Levi Morton and a Seattle bulletin board offer light humor about language and misprints.

Norman New York Rovers Roverai E Fist St Glavia Louis R. Glavis Roversi Washington Glavie Mise Celia Jossim Court of General Sessions Grand St

Local Hero Ben Watson Saved Myra Underhill in Creek Rescue

In a Western Kentucky town Ben Watson saved Myra Underhill from a swift creek current after Mise Underhill overturned. The rescue earned Watson praise from Aunt Tabby VI and townsfolk who urged a marriage, though Ben hesitated saying he had done enough. Meanwhile rumors spread about Joe Grim facing a new bout in Altoona amid betting chatter and a noted Maxine Elliott appearance in nearby theatricals.

Kentucky Ben Watson Myra Underhill Mise Underhill Watson Tabby Hen Myra Anid Ben Joe Grim Puginet Altoona Joe Jas Maxine Elliott Max’ Filtott Pittaburg Gasette Times

Raven Drug Co Prescription Service Emphasized

The Raven prescription service notes that physician prescribing is best complemented by the druggist’s compounding skill. Raven Drug Co. 1416 Second Ave.

the Raven Prescription Service Raven Drug CO

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Sam Jota P. Hartman Taft Johnny Baillargeon Arte Madras Eone Secono and Berane Sr Diana Fred Schaefer MR. Ribboast Little Old New York Levi P. Morton The Morton Mr. Francia Toeste Waek Joseph Hoffman Johnston University Tou Eastern Outfitting Co., Inc Second Union St Reliable Credit House Eany Ferma Sherman, Clay & CO Pacific Coast Sherman Union Yicraa Morbint
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