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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1920

Page

13

Anti Saloon League backs Cox for Democratic nod

Wayne B Wheeler and dry politicians push Governor Cox, but critics warn the Anti Saloon League risks overreach by trying to dictate candidacies. Figures cite William Jennings Bryan and Vice President Marshall in debate over who should run and on which platform.

Anti.Saloon League Wayne B. Wheeler James M. Cox America Anti-Saloon League Brewers Jennings Bryan Bryan Vicet Marshall

Park the Babies Parking Plea Moves City Council

An attorney William Sutton addresses council and a crowd urging a parking space for strollers and babies in a busy shopping area. He argues that babies deserve space and safety as much as autos in the rush of commerce.

Lrma William Sutton Council

Unclear Quote Reflects Reluctance Over Seas and Presidency

The fragment hints at Marshall’s possible refusal of the presidency due to an aversion to ocean travel and a counterpart named Mrs. cant. Context and full meaning remain uncertain from the excerpt.

Motives and selfishness in human actions analyzed

The passage argues motives drive actions like desires for fortune democracy or recognition. It contrasts self interest with consideration for others, noting hunger as a positive force while blind indifference harms others. It questions whether selfishness is a motive at all.

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Wilsonian Appointments Clash With Senate Slowness

A parade of Roosevelt era policy and appointments shows how presidents use recess appointments when the Senate balks. Ford, Potter and Duncan, new interstate commerce commissioners, loom large as rates threaten a 40 to 50 percent shipping cost rise. Ford, 69, Princeton associate. Potter, 54, Illinois-born lawyer in New York. Duncan, a self-educated labor leader and granite cutter near Samuel Gompers in seniority. A separate note: Munter brothers and F A Strang set a Seattle to Spokane flight record of 2 hours 50 minutes, hinting flights outpacing telephones.

Senate Wilson Chicago Messrs Ford Potter and Duncan Interstate Commerce Commissioners Commission Princeton Baltimore New York Pittsburg Woodrow Wilson Potter Illinois Duncan Samuel Gompers A. F Gome

Wood replies to Butler branded faker and denounced lie

Gen Wood defends his response to Nicholas Murray Butler as needed to expose a faker and denounce a lie. Some observers questioned whether Wood was the natural Roosevelt heir.

Gen. Wood Nicholas Murray Butler Wood Roosevelt

Veteran issue tops republican platform says Dick Jones

Richard Seelye Jones editor of Stars and Stripes says the Republican platform overlooked the veterans while Jack Sullivan appears hoarse in Chicago.

Dick Jones Seattle Richard Seelye Jones Stars and Stripes Jack Sullivan Chicago

Harding vows few speeches. campaign leaders weigh Senate stay

Campaign officials say W. Gamaliel Harding plans limited public addresses. They question how such a restrained pace will affect his continued role in the Senate and his national political prospects.

W. Gamaliel Harding Senate

Marshall Refuses to Run Despite Donor Pressure

The article reports that Marshall flatly refuses to run amid donor pressure. It notes the financial aspect of campaigning and the difficulties a dark horse candidate faces without fundraising.

Marshall News Head

Humoresque shines through Jewish mother in powerful cinema

Dr. Frank Crane reviews the film Humoresque based on Fannie Hurst, praising its intense humanity. He highlights Vern Gordon as the unforgettable Jewish mother whose warm, universal motherhood binds the diverse characters and underscores the film’s moral core. He notes the production’s focus on story and love scenes amid a tale of a struggling artist.

Mexico Ibanes Fannie Hurst Hottentot Vern Gordon Hut League of Nations Clausen

Birth Records Urged For New Town Babies

A public service note explains why births should be recorded, listing benefits from establishing identity to military duty and voting rights. It promotes a pamphlet from the U S Public Health Service and mentions a Q&A for parents about teen topics. Also a local ad touts Columbia Cola beer availability in Seattle with a phone contact and price.

United States Public Health Service Washington, D. C Columbia Cola American Beer Seattle Columbia Cole Elliott

New York police veteran retires is tallest at six six

The piece notes New York's tallest policeman, a 6 ft 6 in veteran, has retired and jokes he may have served long enough. It also mentions Mr and Mrs James Maieon's move to Kirk WAeh and other assorted local items from the Lewiston Montana Democrat and Wabash Times Star.

New York Natural History James Maieon Kirk, Waeh Lewiston Mont Democrat Wabash Co Clemmer Wm. Pinkerton A . Crawford Hee Waebasha Times-Star

Alkali in Shampoos Bad for Washing Hair

An old health note warns that most soaps and shampoos contain excess alkali that dries the scalp and makes hair brittle. It praises Multi fied cocoanut oil shampoo as pure grease free cheap and effective. It cleanses rinses well and leaves hair soft fluffy and bright while removing dust dirt and dandruff.

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