Opposed Club urges against Amendment No. 13 in Seattle vote
The Young Men's Republican Club denounces Amendment No. 13 endorsing non-partisan city primaries. H. S. Frye warns the Hi Gill faction risks political extinction if the measure passes. The piece endorses immediate adoption and suggests club members seek other outlets.
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H. S. Frye
Hi Gill
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Gill
Hi Gills
Gill Stripe
Republican Club
Seattle
Unclear conjectures mix in a column of late 19th century notes
The passage surveys speculative motives behind Col Garland seeking money, warns with a Voice from James J Hill on the Cascade trains, and muses on fortune, weather, and Roosevelt in Egypt. It closes with a jab about March entering like a lion and timing.
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James J. Hill
Cascade Mountains
Good Business in Adoption of First Four Charter Amendments
The text argues for separating the city water and lighting departments into two independent units with distinct superintendents under civil service. Amendments 1 through 4 outline new structures, board memberships, and terms of office, urging voters to approve for taxpayers and consumers.
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Manterpal
Meondmept No
Civil Service
Board of Public Works
Casey's Wife Recovering After Major Hospital Operation
Casey's wife is reported to be in hospital after a serious operation recently. Mr. Kelly called to inquire about her condition and the reply indicated she is resting quietly. The exchange is noted in the Na tonal Monthly.
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Casey
Simon Ardcastic
Miranda
Kiron
Banana peels and jokes in city chatter
The text mocks an unnamed agent and public figures, noting humor and confusion around a figure described as a sugar weigher. It hints at authority and local commentary, warning that people will soon realize the banana peel metaphor as a sign of misdirection.
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Prigee
Monte Carlo
Sunday sermon attacks hypocrisy in church life
A Billy Sunday revival critique denounces church members for dual lives and fake piety. The speaker condemns gold‑plated religiosity, gambling harm, business hypocrisy, and social sins, urging deeds over words and unity in the church.
Womans Talk On Wealth and Marriage Jibes
Fragmented dialogue from a Chicago record mentions women primping to feel secure, rising living costs, and the births of children as factors. A Miranda dialogue questions love versus ownership, while a humorous aside debates engravings and a gown price, reflecting socialite banter of a provincial scene.
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Chicago
Goosevale Weather and Oddities Chronicle
A quirky slice of local notes includes remarks on birth and death rates, a yearly subscription gift, and a birthday gala. Obituary mentions Val Broddacka, plus small items about guinea pigs, Red Gillyflower at college, and rumor of suspension proved false. Classifieds list gasoline stove wanted and boarders sought. Weather chatter cites heavy snowfall and ongoing forecast debate.
Ilias the Empress of Russia Rumor of Madness
The article reports a European rumor that Empress Alexandra Feodorovna of Russia, formerly Alix of Hesse, is mentally deteriorating rather than physically disabled. It notes royal tensions, concern over succession, and fear of threats to the czar, the heir, and the empress herself.
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Ilias
Russia
Alix
Hesse
Csarina
Evar
Quips on Love and Women from the Chicago News
A collection of wry sayings on love and women notes in the Chicago News. It contrasts quick romance with rapid heartbreak and comments on appearance and trust with sharp, humorous observations.
Not a Reversal of Form and a Steak Side Note
A humorous exchange notes Gobbleday as a meat eater amid a meat strike. The joke hinges on the line that the steak temptations reveal him as a chronic strike breaker.
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Gobbleday
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