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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1912
Page
4
W A Hawes timberman gave his life near Belling yesterday while saving a girl from drowning. He acted bravely to rescue another and died in the effort, leaving a quiet but honored memory with loved ones.
A humorous dialogue reveals two locals debating safety near a cellar and a barn. The conversation touches on concern about drafts and illness. A reference notes a woman confined to a sanitarium after a breakdown, with a playful aside about a chiropodist visiting last summer.
A writer using the name Donald Lowrie attacks over crowded, unsanitary prisons in California, arguing reform is overdue. He notes brutal treatment and harsh conditions reflect medieval tortures, urging legislators and prison officials to read his book for a candid indictment and possible change. Northwest improvement clubs hosted a tie convention praising the City Beautiful movement and local reform efforts.
The piece argues that education should be universal and free, with recognition of individual differences. It calls for diversified schooling, including classes for slow learners, high achievers, and those inclined toward technical arts, to avoid a one size fits all system. It emphasizes literacy, voting rights, and a nation free from illiteracy.
The Philadelphia Record notes the crowd of country cousins visiting, dreaming of farm life, money to buy land, and running a farm. In a separate item, the bar testifies in a judge’s investigation. It recalls Seattle’s three pioneers over 90 who died in three months, amid the city’s low death rate last year.
Dobbe jokes about writing poetry while Hobba recalls that editors will soon discourage him. The exchange hints at a writerly doubt and editorial pressure in a playful tone.
The dialogue shows a creditor asking if the bill was sent and a debtor replying it has passed the first reading. A customer questions the scene while a waiter explains a thunderous meal with a lightning lunch.
A collage of jokes and observations about gender rules and fashion contrasts with a health ad urging hair tonics. It trails with stray quotes and a relic ad for Hay Health products and drugstore listings.
Josh Wise recounts a bustle at Beeleysport House when guests were locked inside a room after forgetting the combination to a folding bed. A locksmith was needed to free a guest so they could catch an early train.
Fragment discusses women and wearables on the head with uncertain context. The readable portion mentions eyebrows and the idea some women will continue wearing something on their heads despite other views.
A satirical calendar lists Monday to Friday economy notes with payday on Saturday. It notes poverty as the cosmeat issue in the country with a sarcastic tone about living conditions.
An ad outlines eyebrow and eyelash growth tips using pyroxin for thick, silky lashes and roots for length. It touts magatone witch hazes as a complexion cautifier to prevent freckles sunburn and an ash-free powder look. It also prescribes a dry sham poo with oprie root therox for lighter fluffier hair lustre.
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