Alias rights for a California woman politician sparked debate
A historic note on a California prohibitionist backed woman candidate who plans to marry on election day. She may run as Miss Smith and be sworn in as Mrs Jones, prompting jokes about aliases and husband Jones. The piece also praises Utah fusion with progressives to block Senator Smoot’s re election.
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California
Smith
Jones
Mrs. Jones
Mr. Jones
Miss Smith
Utah
Smoot
U. S. Senate
Allie
Nick
Moral views on women’s fashions and character debate
A columnist quotes Grace Hutchins on how women follow styles from Europe yet remain moral. The piece argues clothing reveals little about virtue, noting men and women both wear fashions for social reasons. It ends by mentioning the county funding 16 more guards for John D.’s estate as a tax issue.
Pullman pay and public duty spark question in rail panel
A California railroad commissioner questioned Pullman general manager Richmond Dean about living on 25 dollars a month. Dean argued pay relies on public contribution to comforts, through fares and tips, with the traveling public bearing the burden of wages. The piece weaves in comments on various “cinches” in the industry and political asides about McBride and Burke, ending with a provocative jab at royal bombings.
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California
Richmond Dean
Pullman
Cinch
Pullman Co
Railroad Commission
Dean
The Shoe Repair Man at Two Shops in Madison
A small storefront operation at 216 Union Street advertises two shops offering shoe repair services near Madison. Trade details are limited in the readable text.
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Union St
Madison
Laugh Department Humorous Vignette From The Seattle Star
A collection of light quips and anecdotes from The Seattle Star, including jokes about coffee, marriage, court cases, and a traveling inspector on a streetcar. The sketches feature witty exchanges, punny setups, and a casual look at social foibles in a playful, old newspaper tone.
The Loonish Lover Loses the Lodge Date
A burlap hearted Johnny type confesses a strong crush on a Washington girl but must miss a lodge meeting. He promises grand sacrifices to linger with her, yet the social cost of lateness foils his attempt to stay. The scene ends with him leaving heartbroken.
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Washington
Charly
Johny
Old Bible dated 1707 and German family Bible offered
The Star readers note C W Livingstone owns the oldest Bible on the Pacific coast dated 1707. A German family Bible from 1672, printed in Luneburg in Latin letters, is offered by A F Hilker of Bothell. Letters also discuss straw berry box regulations and Seattle high school social dynamics as observed by Louis Stone.
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C. W. Livingstone
Pacific Coast
Luneburg
Hanover
A. F. Hilker
Bothell
Seattle
Louis Stone
Unemployed American A Dream That Came True
A reader recalls a dream of workers being sent abroad to jobs in Japan Italy China and Austria only to return home unemployed in the United States. The tale contrasts foreign labor with domestic unemployment and highlights hardship faced by American workers.
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the Star
Corporation
Japan
Italy
China
Austria
United States
Umbrellas Through Time and Social Styles
A whimsical note recalls the umbrella's history from ancient China to 18th century Europe and America. It contrasts past reluctance to carry rain shields with modern fashion, while noting Star Want Ads offer opportunities.
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George Tit
Twenty one couples take out marriage licenses
Twenty-one couples took out marriage licenses. A list mentions Edgar Ames wed Annabel A. Gallagher in Portland and Clyde E. Estell held by police on suspicion of stealing rings from Mrs. R. L. Cady’s home. Other items note a series of local events, meetings, and incidents including divorces granted and a city scavenger’s arrest in San Francisco.
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R. W. Williams
Bethany Presbyterian Church
Rolling Bay
Pennsylvania
Seattle
Myrtle Social Club
Monay
Joe's Place
Edgar Ames
Annabel A. Gallagher
Portland
Clyde E. Estell
R. L. Cady
Old Hazel Mission
King St
F. A. Booth
H. Morgan
Margaret Olson
Odd Fellows’ Temple
U. S
Puerto Plata
Stevenson
South Dakota
Mount Lassen
Police Chiefs’ Association
Cincinnati
Argentina
Bill
Clarence L. Bleakley
New York
Minneapolis
Mark Daniels
San Francisco
Wisconsin Supreme Court Upholds Eugenic Marriage Law
Wisconsin Supreme Court upholds a controversial eugenic marriage law. The ruling reinforces the state’s marriage standards amid debates on civil rights and reform era social policy.
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Turner
Ore
Wisconsin Supreme Court
New York
Mark H. Burch
Col. Roosevelt
Brazil
W. E. Lee
Gov. Eberhart
Minnesota
Dogs Poisoned Here Amid Rabies Fear in Everett
In Everett on June 18 three dogs were poisoned this week, two of them valued animals, as fears rose over the 14 rabies cases found among dogs in the area. Several bite victims are under watch for hydrophobia symptoms.
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Everett
State Board Advances 18 High Schools in Accrediting List
Olympia June 18 The state board of education advanced 18 high schools in the state in accredited standing and dropped Fall City high school in King county from the accredited list.
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Olympia
State Board of Education
Fall City
King County
Harry Jacobs and Margaret Winters Wed in Tacoma
Harry RB Jacobs of Seattle and Margaret Winters of Seattle obtained a marriage license in Tacoma yesterday, confirming plans to marry.
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Tacoma
Harry Rb, Jacobs
Margaret Winters
Seattle
State board allows out of school instrumental music for high school credit
June 18. The state board of education ruled that instrumental music studied outside school may be applied toward high school accreditation. The decision expands options for students pursuing music education and may affect credit transfer policies across districts.
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Olympia
State Board of Education
Fatal shooting claims life of Ellensburg girl
Ellensburg June 18 Chris tine Felix Estes aged 14 died here yesterday after being accidentally shot by her cousin Paul Jim Cass last Saturday. The tragedy prompted inquiries into the incident and raised concerns about firearm safety in the family.
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Ellensburg
Christine Felix Estes
Paul Jim Cass
Yestery
Seven Sisters petitions pile up four feet high
The Seven Sisters initiative petitions filed yesterday with City Comptroller Carroll form a four foot high stack. T. J. Lingwood of the Central Labor Council led the filing. 350 petitions remain outstanding and are to be filed by month’s end due to a change in opinion on separate filing legality. They must reach the secretary of state by July 2. William A. Gaines says eight days are needed to check the petitions.
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Seven Sisters” Initiative
Carroll
T. J. Lingwood
Central Labor Council Committee
Secretary of State
William A. Gaines
Corliss Under Knife At Seattle General Hospital
Co. W. Corliss is recovering from an operation at the Seattle General hospital.
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Corliss
W. Corliss
Seattle General Hospital
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