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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1921
Page
11
The piece argues the Budget and Taxes bill could become federal law, potentially trimming hundreds of millions in revenue and forcing a more business like government. It warns efforts to cut expenses may cripple departments, risk harm, and questions gains from armament limits amid wartime costs and ongoing preparations.
An editorial questions why Seattle's educated well bred residents average two children. It asks if social pressure or fear of being seen as old fashioned keeps families small while other groups grow larger. It probes future implications for the city’s strength and asks what should be done.
In a grim Seattle Tacoma route wreck four died as a car crossed interurban tracks. The piece blames grade crossings and road layout for repeated accidents. It questions signal reliability, fault attribution, and the broader fatal toll of dense crossings.
Incomplete excerpt shows Senator McKellar questioning salary increases for fellows already well paid. The text then shifts to a morning schedule at Hotel Fairfax and a note about children leaving Friday at 3. The rest is garbled and includes requests to mail a contact.
Dr William E Barton recounts the early American flag history from colonial flags to the 1777 congress resolution. It notes Betsy Ross and Washington shaping the star spangled banner and explains the meaning of red blue and white while tracing flag symbolism and adoption timelines. The piece mentions John Paul Jones and the Ranger assignment as a key moment in formalizing the flag.
In a letter responding to a June 6 critique, Ferguson defends removing Thomas Irving as chief custodian of voting machines. He claims a mandate for efficient administration, outlines consolidations, and notes the custodian’s $200 monthly salary and potential reassignment between elections, projecting annual savings over $2,000 for taxpayers.
A Kansas City clipping quotes varied opinions from public figures and clergy on prohibition, tariffs, social morality, Sunday recreation, and government service. The comments include remarks attributed to Rev Elmer L Goshen, Senator King of Utah, Mia Clemmons, Bishop Frederick Burge, Bishop Lines, and a county auditor D E Ferguson, emphasizing public concerns and accountability of officials.
AR owners criticize the tire business for using the term standard quality loosely. They question why many tires are labeled standard while discounts of 20 to 40 percent abound and seek clarity on value foundations and the role of service.
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