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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1920
Page
13
An old Italian farmer bequeaths his olive orchard and a buried treasure to his three lazy sons. They dig around the trees and fail to find cash, yet the grove yields a harvest far greater than before, teaching them the true treasure is work, family pride, and health. The tale contrasts neighbors who do not dig with those who do.
Excerpts discuss The Seattle Star rates and distribution, a political quote, and a campaign for better access to books for all Americans. It advocates Braille materials for the blind, literacy for new citizens, and library funding including a Seattle drive. It notes Washington County libraries lacking services and mentions a state income tax discussion.
Captain Charles H. Thompson hauls in a newly observed whale shark near Miami Florida. Scientists at the Smithsonian identify it as a young, deep dwelling species capable of swallowing large prey. The creature fought, then was towed to shore after dragging boats for over a day.
A New York high school principal resigns citing censorship and lack of academic freedom under the city board. He notes an incident where a straw poll of 350 boys favored Debs and complains about controls over what pupils and teachers may discuss. The piece contrasts free inquiry with political oversight and mentions broader themes of modernization and governance.
The excerpt discusses Dr. Eugene Lyman Fisk's July Yale Review ideas on extending human life to two thousand years and the fate of women. He argues nature may render woman obsolete or that science could erase sex distinctions, while others insist women remain essential for cultural and emotional reasons. The passage also touches on justice and political cynicism.
The report states there will be no moving pictures of Hard ling's campaign as he does not intend to move. This brief item highlights a stance about campaign visuals and travel plans.
The city urges every resident to join a unity festival on Monday with a parade, exercises at city hall, a Woodland Park pageant, baseball, and fireworks. The city emphasizes a single-hearted observance to mark national history and wipe out differences.
An early article notes Bayer as the genuine source of Thayer Tablets of Aspirin with the Bayer name and directions for headache toothache and other pains. It mentions packaging options including a twelve tablet tin and larger packages, and identifies aspirin as acetylsalicylic acid manufactured by Bayer.
In Royal Dixon's The Human Side of Planta plants are described as walking eating insects mimicking defending themselves and even keeping a standing army and air squadron. The piece lists currant bush white clover sweet potato Wandering Jew Venus flytrap bladderwort dandelion milkweed and daisy as examples and urges study of plants.
A satirical note describes Caldwell as a standout mayoral figure while mocking profiteers as unlike burglars. It claims profiteers whitewash records, delegates bid freely when uninstructed, and notes a new oil company forming amid ongoing political maneuvering.
A vintage ad describes Canthroz as a simple inexpensive shampoo made by dissolving a teaspoonful in hot water to create a full cup of shampoo liquid. It claims it cleanses the scalp of dandruff dirt leaves hair bright soft and fluffy and quick drying with even coverage.
A collage of notes from SA Today's Beet Ret-Show calendar includes a July anniversary, a beauty contest result, and the Most Beautiful Man nomination featuring George Olson. It covers sheriff candidate chatter, Elks ceremony reports, and whimsical quips on politics, war, and daily life with satirical humor and local figures.
The article outlines treatment for head lice especially among boys, with kerosene or crude petroleum applications, overnight soaking, and subsequent washing. It notes vinegar-dipped tooth-combs for nit removal and stresses pediculosis can affect children across classes and schools. It also includes reader questions on ear drum operation and cancer contagion with physician guidance.
During last February Germany exported commodities valued at 3 881 000 dollars to the United States. The report highlights the volume of trade between the two nations and notes the February total in value terms.
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