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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1911
Page
4
Fate of Alaska and the Nation's Control of Its Resources
The piece argues Alaska, rich in coal copper and gold, should be developed by the U S government rather than private monopolies. It warns that rail, port, and transport investments are needed and Congress must decide whether Alaska becomes a national asset or private spoil, with broader implications for federal control of resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Alaska
Congress
United
Revised counsel of economy urges balanced spending and cautious risk
The article quotes President Taft urging measured expenditure and prudent action for households and communities. It advises not to fear buying land or building a home if affordable, to grow staples if farming, and to take decent work, stressing cheerful effort and steady improvement for the nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al Ennr
Taft
Washington
Smoothly Arranged Elopement Tracks Odd Family Affairs
A verbose tale recounts the elopement of Bob Ross with Mrs. Lacy Greenleaf to Tia Juana. Mrs. Mary Banning ships Greenleaf's clothes and takes Ross in, Ross seeks work, and Judge Ross funds guidance. The couple sails to seek steady income, avoiding scandal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anne
Mary Banning
Ross
Governors Push for Initiative Referendum and Recall
Three newly elected governors back initiative referendum and recall. Foss of Massachusetts and Johnson of California support all three, while Dix of New York and Deneen of Illinois back initiative and referendum. Indiana backs referendum only. Ohio favors platform fulfillment and constitutional reform. Hay of Washington seeks recall for state officials and a public utilities commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foss
Massachusetts
Michigan
Johnson
California
Dix
New York
Deneen
Moss
Indiana
Ohio
Hay
Washington
Public Utilities Commission
Observations on Politics and Social Cables From A Turbulent Era
A mosaic of opinion and caricature covering tobacco trust cases, budget battles, and political figures. References include Justice McReynolds and Uncle Joe Cannon, with satire on Taft economy and Warren opposing Chinese students at West Point. A New Jersey women’s club pushes wedding ring rules, while Dick Barry attacks female suffrage with pointed Denver references.
Oswald West Oregon's New Governor Emerges as Reform Fighter
A profile of Oswald West after taking office in Oregon amid a Republican majority. The piece highlights his reformist record as land agent and railroad commissioner, crediting him with strong land and tax codes and a state water code. It portrays him as a practical, conviction-led leader set to reshape state governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem
Oswald West
Oregon
West
Weet
Tax Commission
Tle
Portland
Nine Cent Seat Prices On Street Cars
A businesswoman notes streetcar seating values, describing nine and ten cent seat prices. She explains that window seats facing forward cost ten cents while alternate seats vary in value, and that common seats are worth about a cent more than standing room.
Child Prodigy and Prankster Terence Velenix Ends Tale
A short reminiscence recalls Terence Velenix a 12 year old genius famed for pranks causing discomfort. He staged a streetcar track stunt to scare a driver, but the motorman anticipated his plan and Terence stepped off, leaving readers with a playful closing note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terence Velenix
Terence
Year of unrest and political shows ahead
A satirical verse foresees a summer of unrest with east and west politickers, big conventions, and nominations of Smith and Brown. It notes Swift & Co stock rise and threats of rail rate changes, plus a quip about Amoy port ships and a joke on Uncle Joe Cannon and public life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith
Brown
Why, Certainly Let the Men Wear Wedding Rings
A classified ad item promotes wedding rings for men with emphasis on wedding and jewelry gifts. It frames bridal and jewelry purchases within a general classified marketplace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Jersey
Enforce the Law for Speeding and Saving Lives
Editor B. H. Williams argues for harsher punishment for speeding drivers who kill, urging jail or stockade penalties beyond fines. She condemns light enforcement, cites repeated offenses, and calls for a law that truly deters and protects the public. Market notes follow with Good resolutions and entomology cargo.
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Aptes
Tim
B. H. Williams
Olympic Court
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Jerusalem
Kitchel Pixley
Dick Barry
Denver
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Swift
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Seattle
America
Om Nan
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Third and University
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Eilers Music Building
Third and
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Editor’s Mail
Boston
Federal Bureau of Entomology
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