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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1913
Page
4
Sociologists and criminologists argue that felony convicts can reform. The Monroe reformatory was created by the legislature to save first offenders usually under 30 from immediate penal stigma and provide a path to constructive citizenship.
A critical look at West Virginia portrays a corrupt political system, coal barons, and deadly clashes in the Holly district. Militia in service, labor unrest, and arrests mark a struggle over free speech, with Mother Jones and union leaders implicated as accessories in a deadly riot, highlighting calls for reform.
A Washington column reviews the Webb measure banning interstate liquor shipments and likens it to federal prohibition, noting Taft’s cautious stance and political currents. The piece also touches on Home Rule opposition, Canada disarmament talk, and social hygiene initiatives versus business and political figures.
A vintage health advertisement warns seniors against harsh laxatives and promotes Syrup of Figs with Senna as a gentle, natural liver and bowel aid. It emphasizes gradual cleansing, no harsh irritation, and to insist on the California Fig Syrup Company label for authenticity.
A 1913 guide explains three cooking methods for economical cuts: quick searing to lock juices, long simmering to extract juices, and a combination method for mid range cuts. It then offers recipes using low cost beef parts such as beef palate with cabbage, beef palate fried with onions, beef brains with scrambled eggs, beef cheeks with horseradish, and ox joint bourgeoisie with root vegetables.
A collage of humorous quips and inked vignettes reflecting early 20th century social foibles. Topics range from gender behavior and travel to folk sayings, with sly wordplay about traffic, matches, and everyday manners. Notable bits touch on Mexico, Germany, telegraphy, and a mock lecture on women as “hothouse products.”
A promotional notice touts Dr Burkhart vegetable compound as a universal cure for kidney liver stomach rheumatic and blood disorders and female weakness. It guarantees a 40 day treatment for 26 cents with money back if not satisfied. Also mentions a train station quip and a parish pantry surprise for Rev Hagin.
A Bremerton subscriber argues Seattle should prioritize residents over newcomers in securing jobs. The letter cites personal hardship from unemployment and notes vaccination campaigns at the navy yard where over 1 000 workers were inoculated at one dollar each. The writer urges support for locals before outsiders.
A letter to The Star urges publication of a workers' issue left unaddressed by other papers. The writer claims local papers avoid the topic and references a case from several weeks earlier, seeking space to present the workingman’s side.
Modern elegantly furnished rooms at Hotel Virginia near Westlake priced to attract guests. Address listed as Eighth and Virginia with Elliott 802. Limited details but implies affordable lodging in a central location.
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