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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1919
Page
17
Olympia debates focus on a $2,500,000 capital building project to modernize the state capitol with new offices and chambers, while supporters say the Lamping bill to aid service members should take precedence, but officials push the grand plan as essential for dignity. The piece laments the order of priorities and mocks perceived political timing.
A farmer tries a lifelike wax man to scare crows from his corn. The birds convene and declare the figure a fool idea, pecking it and using it to outwit the farmer. The tale warns that appearances deceive no long, and people will eventually see through pretenses.
The piece notes Canada opens 1800 acres of Indian reservations for soldiers under a Soldiers' Settlement act. Veterans receive government grants and farms to start, with first crops in barns. It asks if returning soldiers would consent to farming and compares efforts to American policy.
The piece critiques land use and livestock policy, arguing 200 million idle acres in the East could meet meat demand if Western producers are not forced to boost output. It notes shared blame, awkward policy suggestions, and mixed views on peace, nationalism, and self interest. It surveys global policy, labor, and moral critiques with a satirical tone.
The editorial praises the American Federation of Labor labor reconstruction program as balanced and progressive. It contrasts it with IWW and Bolshevik approaches, urging Seattle workers to adopt collective bargaining, higher wages, shorter hours, universal education, public ownership ideas, and stronger labor organization to avoid violence.
Melbourne reports increased postal rates effective immediately. One cent more for all letters and letter-cards to destinations outside the commonwealth. Post cards and newspapers over two ounces addressed to the United States, the Haitian Empire, New Hebrides, Bankes and Torres Islands also affected.
An ad touts Wizard Oils as a simple sore throat and cold remedy, rubs on the chest to ease deep colds overnight, and promises quick relief for sprains pains and various minor ailments. Wizard Liver Whips are advertised as pleasant pink pills at 30 cents with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied.
A Star letter urges compulsory voting in Washington to curb labor troubles, arguing ballots empower workers and punish corporations. The author also thanks the paper for backing a soldiers' bill paying ten dollars monthly to every soldier or widow, vowing to press legislators until enacted.
Olympia February 14 H F Burnett a hired builder on trial for murder admitted through his attorney that the three bodies found buried in a shallow Hawks prairie grave were his wife and two children He said a May 1918 picnic ended with a small wagon gun and a stone and that diamonds later traded for an automobile tire deal belonged to his wife This was to bar prosecution testimony about parts of the case.
Olympia February 14. Representative Banker of Okanogan introduced a bill creating a state reclamation service to investigate and implement land development projects. The plan aligns with the Hanson bill to provide machinery for placing men on the land under state supervision.
Urgent parental guidance promotes using California Syrup of Figs for bilious or constipated children. It claims a coated tongue signals stomach and bowels need cleansing and promises relief within hours without griping. Warns against counterfeits and urges asking for California Fig Syrup Company origin.
A veteran recalls his comrade Jim who recounts a costly photograph bought with a dollar and questions why soldiers receive minimal pay. He notes family allowances, insurance, and entertainment expenses, arguing for a substantial rethinking of postwar support and just compensation.
Chicago February 14 Purchase of Santa Catalina Island by William Wrigley Jr. Chicago chewing gum magnate was announced privately here today. The price was reported to be between 3 million and 4 million dollars.
A period advertisement outlines ways to avert and recover from influenza with fluids and tonics. It promotes Dr. Pierce products Anuric Tablets, Pleasant Pellets, Frantic tonic, and Dr. Pierce’s Medical Discovery. It emphasizes flushing toxins via bowels skin and kidneys and rebuilding vitality after grip.
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