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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1920
Page
11
A provincial dispatch recalls Ontario’s 19th century misstep and the murder case that killed an innocent man. Ararell Love, 22, held after confessing to a crime linked to a father hanged seven years earlier. The piece argues capital punishment harms the innocent and urges restraint.
A Seattle mother denounces Japanese immigration and race mixing, arguing whites are displaced and children educated at public expense. She asserts Japan undermines American society, warns of losing control if mixed-race marriages occur, and urges action against perceived threats to the white population.
The Seattle Chamber of Commerce taxation bureau argues current taxes hit personal and real property too hard and favor cash holdings. It calls for a fairer distribution, noting businesses investing in machinery pay taxes while money in banks remains untaxed.
A column humorously debates how strangers should pay for streetcar rides in the city. It notes token pricing for natives, a proposed six and a quarter cent fare for strangers, and a clever suggestion to buy four tokens for a quarter. The piece ends with a mock crisis line about what to do.
The piece argues for good service and a square deal with railroads, noting pending rate increases and the consumer impact. It warns higher passenger and parlor car charges could boost railroad income by billions, urging efficient, economical management while opposing government ownership. A judge cites Japanese peace efforts in congressional testimony.
J. W. Coverdale writes that the American Farm Bureau Federation seeks market stability for grain and livestock to reduce living costs. Cooperative marketing and 4000 farmer elevators already shape grading, shipping, and prices, with a push to curb speculation and extend producer influence on terminal markets.
Dr Frank Crane lists numerous social and political movements of his time, mocking each with quirks and utopian promises. From socialism to tariff policies, prohibition, and reform efforts, he critiques the era's urge to join causes. He mentions locales like Santa Monica and a parade of various campaigns led by earnest followers.
Missing whereabouts of M J Gallagher called Red. Died June 18 1920 at Newcastle. Buried by friends as relatives were unknown. Notify C F Barnes Newcastle Wyoming with any information.
A garbled humor column recalls jokes about politics and society. It references Los Angeles figures, a Catalina Island line, and playful quips about marriage, luck, and fame. The piece hints at social satire and cheeky captions from an era newspaper page.
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