Way Out for Business from an Amateur Economist Letter
An editorial letter from Seattle engineer Ira Dye argues for expanding American investment in Spanish America and developing new markets after World War I. He urges building transportation and industrial projects, education, and local industries to create demand for U.S. goods, while limiting Europe’s debt impact.
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America
Europe
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Asia
Ira Dye
Letters to Editor Suggest Funding Statement for Senate Race
Anthony A Mailas of Bremerton writes that The Star should print a proposal on the first page until the next election. He suggests U S Senate funding of two hundred thousand dollars approved by Senator Miles Poindexter.
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U. S
Senate
Miles Poindexter
Coffee and Existence Echoes in a Cut Wage Letter
A reader, Mrs. Taylor of Bima, confirms willingness to take a cut to $2.50 per day while recounting families living on that wage. The letter, printed for public scrutiny, challenges readers about surviving on such earnings after noting groceries and rent.
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Jay Thomas Runs Petition to Repeal Direct Primary Law
Fr M Bird of 3403 Fremont Ave reports Jay Thomas has filed a petition seeking repeal of the direct primary law in favor of the old convention system. He argues conventions concentrate nominations among politicians, lead to corrupt tickets, and depress voter turnout on election day.
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the Star
Jay Thomas
Fr. M. Bird
Fremont Ave
Japanese Expansion Viewed Through Economic Lens
BH. C. argues that Japan’s push for expansion stems from economic pressure and potential starvation for 60 million people, not solely military aims. He cites Kawakami’s writings and Japan’s land limits to suggest peaceable penetration, with the Philippines and Hawaii as key examples, urging U.S. readiness and public understanding of these forces.
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Magasines
Japan
Petabes
United Sta! Ana
Perry
Prittain
Italy
France
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Philippines
United States
Pacific
Bryan
Roosevelt
Learn a Word Every Day Decrepitude
Daily word explainer defines decrepitude as weakness or feebleness from old age with pronunciation and etymology. Companion term decrepit noted. Example sentence shows aging impact on mobility.
Cabin Plan and Reunion in Harsh Winter Rescue
In a tense campsite scene Harold, Virginia, and Bill confront a harsh winter. After Till's arrival, Harold regains purpose, recalling his duty to help Bill build a small cabin for two men to sleep in. Virginia insists on shared effort, acknowledging Bill's role in bringing Harold back and urging mutual cooperation despite danger ahead.
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Virginia
Kenly Lounsbury
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