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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1913
Page
4
Coroner elect Dr. Tate Mason pushes a public morgue for unidentified dead in Seattle and King County. He proposes using vacant basement rooms in City Hall and argues city support is essential alongside county funds. The Seattle council will vote on Monday with county commissioners already signaling help.
The piece argues government suits against Kellogg Toasted Corn Flakes aim to stop price fixing after manufacture. It speculates on potential Supreme Court outcomes and broader implications for other trusts, suggesting officials may need to push to see them sweat out legal battles as they work through the cases.
The Chicago to Milwaukee test shows Parcel Post delivering a mailed package in eight hours and forty minutes at lower cost than the express option. A factor in the result is the direct delivery of 20 parcels by each method, with Parcel Post far ahead for distant points and generally cheaper rates.
A report questions the prosecution prospects of Woog, head of the Wool Trust, amid Labor Commissioner findings that South Carolina has one child under age 12 employed in labor.
A reader laments police on a street car spitting tobacco and argues peacekeepers should refrain from offenses. The letter questions hypocrisy in society's dancing restrictions, citing New Year's Eve events and urging equal tolerance for common people.
A string of fragmented phrases, quotes, and snippets recount daily chatter and observations. The jumbled text mentions a photographer, polite speech, an impostor, poems, songs, and various personal remarks. It references a navy shortage, farm labor demand, and names like Bryan and Champ Clark in casual exchanges.
Joseph Haas of Nauvoo marries Mrs. Anna Lively of Elvaston NL after meeting in a Keokuk hospital during Haas's operation. The wedding follows his acquaintance with the nurse during care at the facility.
On a 1 3 4 hour run from Beccondee the Elder Dempster liner Garquah snagged a huge sea leopard. Passengers estimated a 40 by 20 foot creature held on the bow by its head and tail, forcing the ship to reverse to free the fish before it sank.
A Canadian inventor suggests using electrically operated cars as ferries to carry pedestrians across busy street crossings. The plan, though costly and cumbersome, is being seriously considered by officials in large cities where traffic deaths rise each year.
A collage of quips and scenes from various papers jokes about escapes, judges, a railway kiss and a dud fireman fraud, plus classroom and war humor. It captures rapid fire one liners and short vignettes reflecting newspaper wit and social satire.
One year ago Dr. Katherine Harricon was arrested on a charge connected to a death bed statement from Augusta eon of Vancouver. The paper also notes a few sled accidents reported during Seattle’s second day of snowfall.
Five years ago George A. Pettibone was acquitted by Rosserney on a murder charge linked to ex Governor Steunenberg. Banks started withdrawing clearing house certificates amid financial shifts. An error by incorporation counsel cast doubt on the date of the upcoming primary election.
In Paris a professional death by own action ruse ended with bystanders recognizing the man who was aided by a confederate after another Seine rescue. He nearly drowned before a gendarme pulled him out and arrested him. In Philadelphia, Charles Dooin plans to start Sherwood Makee at first base for the Nationals with Hans Lobert and Cosy Dolan in the outfield.
A local circle runs a weekly story contest for youths with a one pound prize. Entries must be original, under 150 words, neatly written on one side, and submitted by Friday at 2 pm to Uncle Jace care of The Sta. The note hints at a light community activity and a busy prize process with many submissions and an informal naming of judges.
Mary writes of a Christmas vacation with prayer and gifts including a new baby brother born near Christmas. She describes a decorated tree, outdoor games, family evening music, and many candies. She notes two long weeks from study and ongoing effort to catch up after changing schools.
The lithe 10 year old Elsie Freed, a Circletie and member of the Circle Club, has contributed poems to the Circle columns. She attends Minor School and lives at 1515 Eighteenth Ave.
An 11 year old Pearl Brown of Anacortes Washington writes that her birthday is February 14 and she enjoys The Star and wants a Circle membership card.
A group of boys in Los Angeles California construct a railroad automobile from salvaged parts. Powered by benzine with a Kirup box container and a leather strap transmission, the sturdy vehicle proves reliable and fast. The boys avoid trouble on their Saturday trips, setting a positive example for older autoworkers.
A young reader, Serena Lortie aged 13, writes asking for a Star Circle membership card and wishes Uncle Jack a Happy New Year. She notes long years of reading The Star and requests enrollment details.
The Circle prize contest closed yesterday with few entries and many names on the honor list. Mary Wilson, daughter of a Seattle Fire Department member, won the $1 prize for a story about two weeks of Christmas vacation, noting a new little brother and a quiet holiday. Several other letters earned honorable mention from readers including George Denny, Mary Lee, Clara Sensenon, Edith Gorganson, and others across Washington.
A 12 year old seventh grade signer from Milltown Washington writes to Uncle Jack expressing desire to join his Circle and noting he reads The Star every night when father brings it home.
A 12 year old fifth grader writes from The Star Circle to request a membership card list. The note asks Uncle Jack to send am of your membership cards and signs with her name.
A letter from Laura Graham, age 14, requests membership in The Star Circle and a membership card. She also extends New Year wishes to Uncle Jack and the organization.
A reader 11 years old Sadie Kuilman in fourth B grade at 322 20th invites others to enjoy The Star and join the Circle, noting weekly Saturday night reading.
The International Institute of Music of New York offers a free complete course for Piano Organ Violin Mandolin Guitar Banjo Cello and Brass with weekly lessons and simple method. Beginners or advanced players can learn, paying only about 14 cents weekly for postage and sheet music. write to 98 Fifth Ave Dept 251C New York NY.
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