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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1920

Page

13

Keep Religion Out of the Seattle Election

The Star states a non-partisan stance for Seattle's mayoral race and council contests. It will publish professions or trades of candidates but will not disclose religious affiliations or nativity. It emphasizes separating church and state and focuses on civic qualifications and Americanism in evaluating candidates.

The Star Seattle A. J. Thuland Thuland United States Real Republic Fitzgerald Caldwell Dunan Union of the Star Caldwell Duncan California Canada

Equal Justice for All: Protest Over Shipyard Investigation

A Northwest district government inquiry into Seattle shipyard graft sparks heated public debate. The Star defends independent investigators while warning against biased dismissals and urges full disclosure of any malfeasance, citing Captain Blains alleged secret payments via his mother in law.

Northwest Star Department of Justice Sura Seattle U.S France Captain Blain Blain

Thrift Lesson From Railways On Air Leak Costs

The United Railway Administration reports that leaks in airbrake pipes on freight trains cost six million tons of coal annually and twenty million dollars to railroads. A call is made to plug leaks to save fuel. Governors plan Washington talks on gas shortages as a quick fix. A newlywed who spent 1700 on a honeymoon ends up jailed.

United Railroad Administration Pants Y.meone

Why I Prefer To Own My Own Home

A letter from Nellie O Gorman of Seattle shares her move from a New York apartment to owning a first home. She recalls rent waste, the joy of monthly payments, thrift learned, pride in property, and civic improvement while raising children in a garden setting.

Nellie O'Gorman New York Seattle

Uncle Sam M.D. What Is Hygiene

A concise tribute to James P. Parkes, pioneer of military hygiene, noting his broad influence from chemical research to sewer sanitation and his impact across India, Crimea, and London. The piece links hygiene to public welfare and government role, and cites a Q&A column about public health topics.

India Crimea London Parkes Tto United States

Notable Figures Linked by January 28 Events Across Eras

A historical recap marks January 28 with a sequence of deaths and milestones. Charlemagne, Henry VIII, Francis Drake, Peter the Great, and others are noted for coronations, reigns, deaths, and reforms. The entry also mentions Jews gaining French citizenship in 1790 and the Panama Canal's early completion in 1855.

Charlemange Charles I France Henry VIII England Catherine of Aragon Rome Episcopal Church of England Sir Francis Drake Peter the Great Russia Peter Spain Portugal Panama Lethmus Ocean

U S Army Goods Sale At 416 Hinckley Building

The Camp Lewis Wireless sale at 416 Hinckley building Seattle Wash offers quantities of U S Army shirts olive drab blankets white blankets bath towels and tents. It includes 3 500 regulation olive drab U S Army reclaimed wool shirts and 1 000 boys sizes. Mail orders will be filled rapidly.

U.S. Army U. S. Army Camp Lewis Wireless Hinckley Building Seattle Wash

Adams urges neighbors to shop and visit Stall 50

A note from 106 Columbia St. urges friends to go to Stall No. 50 in the Weatink Market for apples vegetables potatoes fruit and nuts, have dental work done at 106 Columbia St and read his article on Americaniam in the Union record next Saturday. I Thank You.

Downataira Columbia St Union Record

Where Is Yesterday by Dr Prank Crane

Poem reflecting on lost wonder and memory as the speaker mourns yesterday's richness. He laments diminished joy, longing for first loves, adventures, and songs, asking where yesterday has gone and whether tomorrow can replace it. The piece cites Valon and literary allusions to deepen the elegiac tone.

DR. Prank Crane Prank Crane Paderewski

Editor Letter Urges clemency for youth offender Isom White

Mrs. L V Westerman appeals for mercy and reform for a young boy who killed, arguing he was driven by bravado and material hardship. She urges the state to spare his life, offer training and a second chance, and questions justice based on the offender’s anonymity versus public figures.

Ruth Garrison Isom White

Editor’s plea on justice in Otis youth hanging case

The Star urges caution before hasty punishment for Otis youth facing the gallows. The writer questions Washington’s stance and warns that the aftermath may surpass initial penalties, arguing that mature offenders should face consequences rather than a youth.

the Star Welcom White Washington Otis Boy

Today’s Beauty Hint on a Simple Homemade Shampoo

A reader tip suggests shampooing less often if hair is thoroughly cleansed with a homemade solution. Dissolve a teaspoonful of canthrax in hot water to make a full cup of liquid shampoo enhancing cleanliness, scalp comfort, and rapid drying with bright luster.

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