This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1920
Page
13
A verbose public notice argues for ending jitneys taxicabs and limousines to protect streetcar revenues. It calls citizens to ride streetcars and condemn private car use, delivery services, and walking as threats to the trolley system.
The Star urges voters to approve a 16 mills levy for the coming year arguing 10 mills would underfund Seattle schools and hurt property maintenance. It frames the choice as a duty to support the schools over teachers and stresses turnout in tomorrow’s election.
The report notes Polish forces continuing eastward movements as they face pressure from Bolshevik forces. It highlights ongoing tension and the strategic danger in the eastern front.
A fragmented 19th century style piece describes varied automotive interests from luxury cars with no engines to electric gadgets and cautious usage. It notes a government scientist returning from Asia Minor and a potentate who enjoys owning a toy but avoids fast driving. The passage links appetite for gadgets with rising fuel costs and social curiosities around speed and control.
The item notes political or social tensions with references to Beye and Newberry at large and Debs aligned against the Reds. The brief implies a public stance or political movement context.
A cautious message from Cannon discourages heavy drinking among young men and adds a humorous note about limiting dodo sightings to a single specimen per day.
A night school class of aliens studying for citizenship faced questions on the Constitution’s adoption and amendments, the first amendment, the Declaration of Independence, and the Electoral College. The piece notes many will forget the details but stresses retaining the American spirit.
The article notes Carranza’s pursuit of reprisal amid the upheaval that follows the revolution, with the revolutionaries inheriting Villa as a political symbol and focal point of tension.
The piece notes mixed public reaction to Harding as a national figure with many undecided voters. It suggests the Democratic convention in San Francisco will shape the outcome while officials predict cheaper clothes in autumn, joking that fig leaves may fall.
A reminiscence contrasts past tranquil governance with modern reliance on speculative guidance from an ouija board, noting widespread belief in spiritual direction during earlier eras.
The article notes upward revisions of human values and resale of old furniture at near original prices. Middle aged and disabled men, once sidelined by age, are now seen as socially valuable. It recalls prewar days when aging workers faced job bias and signals a shift toward restoring Flo and a view that meat prices may stabilize.
Letters discuss keeping streetcar fares at five cents, dangers of one man cars, transfers, and equitable funding. Proposals include a special front foot streetcar tax on property along lines to cover deficits, with appeals for residents in outlying districts to share costs and for improved service and decked cars. A caller urges resisting fare hikes and jitneys, arguing public good and fair pricing.
A small town commentary notes that little sympathy remains for a widow and widower who remarry, suggesting social indifference to grieving spouses forming new unions. The remark reflects cautious public attitudes toward second marriages after loss.
A reflective ode on national flag as a living emblem of memory and dreams. The verse links cloth and colors to a people's struggles, faiths, and hopes, honoring sacrifice and endurance while praising the symbol that unites generations.
Dr. Lank Crane calls for rising above partisan clamor to support international cooperation. He cites Lord Reading on the League of Nations, noting its establishment, practical use, and likely U.S. eventual participation, urging Americans to join with Britain and France for a just future.
The piece recounts Eadweard Muybridge directing a 24 camera set along a San Francisco race track to photograph a horse in motion. Each camera shutter fired as threads broke, creating a sequence that proved motion could be captured, laying foundations for future film acting and projection.
A reflective verse about a mother awaiting news from her child. The poem imagines a postman delivering a loving message that would ease her heart and fulfill her hopeful, aching dreams. It contrasts distant waiting with a mother’s tender anticipation and ends with a quiet image of sleep.
An advertisement promotes Aspirin under the Bayer name as a proven safe medicine prescribed by physicians for more than two decades. It urges customers to buy intact Bayer packages with proper directions for headache toothache rheumatism colds and pain. Smaller tins contain 12 tablets at low cost.
A satirical gabble mocks political noms and a Chicago convention, with names like Lan Landen and Ian Balt named among mock candidates. Interleaved are comic vignettes about Imogene, bargain cries, and a Seattle bone joke, ending with a quip on beet sugar profits.
A short excerpt depicts a speaker reflecting on a loved one’s last sigh. The text questions whether the reader was the one forgotten, ending with a lyrical inquiry.
Seattle readers report rapid results from Lavoptik eye wash made with witch hazel camphor hydrastis and other ingredients. In one case short use improved nearsightedness and in another alleviated eye pain and inflammation. A small bottle is guaranteed to help any case and an aluminum eye cup is offered free by Swift Drug Co.
A terse, hostile message threatens a German U-boat commander with imminent sinking. The ominous line appears abrupt and menacing, reflecting wartime tension and propaganda style. No additional context or attribution provided.
The article explains proper shoe design and fit for comfort and foot health. It stresses room for toes, straight inner line to avoid toe twisting, secure heel fit, and adequate shank support. It warns against high heels, very light soles, and overly specialized orthopedic brands, favoring practical, army last style shoes.
Army shop catalog style note listing khaki wool shirts wool breeches ponchos and caps with prices and stock phrases. Includes blankets cots towels socks and camp kitchen equipment with references to military use and through the Navy and Army shops.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.