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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1920
Page
11
A discussion notes a surge of spirit writing and occult-inspired fiction shaping culture. It warns that belief in life after death could redefine society if a majority accepts the veil as real, and ponders whether political reforms might follow.
The piece outlines Canada’s rail system, noting strong Pacific and National lines after government takeover of Grand Trunk assets. It cites a $1.3 billion asset base, a large 23,375 mile network, and projected annual deficits funded by the public sector. Deputy minister Graham Bell foresees eventual payoffs through tight management. It also mentions border tensions between Oklahoma and Texas as unrelated nod.
The article notes foreign forces in Siberia face Japan’s influence while U S and Chinese protests run high. Analysts warn Japan may leverage the China Japan military accord to secure interests, with some Siberian leaders backing continued Japanese presence despite local opposition.
Guidance on introducing cereals and juices at six to twelve months, progressing to mashed vegetables, fruits, and gradually cooked meats. Emphasizes milk at meals, avoidance of tea or coffee, regular feeding hours, and limiting sweets to protect appetite and growth. Includes public health contact for general inquiries.
The text defines influenzal meningitis as inflammation of the brain lining caused by the influenza germ and notes it is very serious and usually fatal. It then explains the difference between flu and bronchitis, with flu indicating infection nature and bronchitis indicating location in the bronchi.
A jumble of quotes and quips from editorials and readers touches on politicians, entertainers, and local commerce. Highlights include a senator’s lawyers denying spending to win office, Carpentier coming to appear in films, a wager about pieing a critic, and assorted light political and social jests.
A critical essay on advertising in magazines and newspapers, comparing ad writing to editorial work. It argues ad writers attract attention with emphasis, big type, and sharp copy, while story writers slow readers with long paragraphs. The piece cites Billiken car ads and chewing gum promotions as prime examples.
A fragmented philosophical dispatch asserts that ideas cannot be jailed or deported and that truth rises when gagged, citing liberty of thought against censorship. The passage emphasizes resistance to oppression and the enduring power of free expression across nations.
A Boston minister advocates suppression of the over dressed girl provoking criticism and debate. A string of aphorisms mocks quick judgments, clerical authority and social manners in a cautionary tone.
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