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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 05, 1914

Page

4

Scientists Await First Analysis of Vote Results

Officials have not released a formal scientific evaluation of the vote. Critics urge data driven review and transparent methodology to verify outcomes.

One Year of Wilsons Presidency Marks A Quiet Yet Potent Rise

The editorial lauds Woodrow Wilson after one year in office for establishing public confidence and a governor style leadership. It notes his measured program progress on tariff and banking reforms as positive but secondary to his perceived competence and steadiness. It also references social inequality and a call for leadership amid ongoing economic disparity. A segue mentions a Pennsylvania health warning about typhoid spread due to poor hand hygiene.

Ming Woodrow Wilson T. A Taft Mnto Ite

Carnegie fires back at O Gorman on peace fund

The article portrays Andrew Carnegie defending his peace endowment against Senator O Gorman. It argues war often stems from robbery or extortion and praises Carnegie for promoting peace, while suggesting his motives may be political rather than purely generous.

Ndrew Carnegie O’gorman Peace Endowment Fund Mr. Carnegie Carnegie

World Debts and Light Humor Nuggets From 1912

United States commerce figures show world debts at 42 billion dollars, up 20 percent in a decade and doubled in 40 years with interest near 1.782 billion annually. In lighter notes, jokes contrast appetite, advertising, badges for divorced people, real soldiers, and ancient women activists.

U. S. Department of Commerce

Absentminded World and Laughing Quips Parade

A collage of humorous vignettes and observations, from snowy chores to social foibles and witty exchanges. Jokes about earning a living, stamp collectives, dances, romance, and odd sayings picture a lively slice of early 20th century wit and daily life.

Senator Poindexter Helps Save Parcel Post

Washington March 5 In a tight senate roll call there was only one vote to spare. Senator Bankhead proposed a 50 pound weight cap for fourth class mail without congress approval, risking a shift to express companies. Senator Poindexter of Washington helped preserve the parcel post.

Washington Parcel Post Senate Bankhead Alabama Congress Friends of the Parcel Post Friends of the Express Companies Senator Poindexter

Carves Own Tombstone Ends Life Amid Woodwork

Los Angeles report says Robert Laboreau, a noted wood carver, died by his own hand after he turned on gas to end his life. He allegedly completed an oak slab bearing the inscription Robert Laboreau, a failure.

Los Angeles Robert Laboreau Laboreau

President Wilson Delivers Short Panama Canal Tolls Message

The Panama canal tolls message to Congress ran 417 words, the briefest presidential message on record aside from Taft’s tariff note. It highlights toll policy and canal operations with concise wording.

Wilson Panama Canal Taft

Ministers Close Seattle Olympia Conference at Green Lake Church

The two day gathering of Methodist ministers and laymen from Seattle and Olympia concluded with an address by Bishop Richard J. Cook of Olympia at the Green Lake M E church on Wednesday night.

Seattle Olympia Green Lake M Richard J. Cook

Mutt and Jeff in Panama to Play at Moore Three Nights

The latest Mutt and Jeff stage show promises music, pretty girls, thrills and novelties in a new Panama setting. Bud Fisher’s cartoon duo, with an all new plot, opens at the Moore for three days starting tomorrow night under manager Gun Hill.

Mutt and Jeff

Kellogg's Sanitone Wafers Promises Revival for Nerves

Advertisement touts Kellogg's Sanitone Wafers as a tonic for tired nerves boosting vitality and mood. It offers a free trial box by mail with six cents postage and lists Hoffmaster Block address in Michigan and a separate drugstore sale for regular boxes.

Working Woman Praises Seattle Police and Conductors

A Seattle rider commends police and conductors for courtesy and helpfulness amid vague directions. She notes frequent reliance on officers to reach destinations and expresses disbelief at the criticism faced by public transit workers.

the Star Seattle A. Palmer

Bouquet of thanks to The Star on integrity and victory

A supporter celebrates The Star for leading the charge against special interests, praising the journalist’s integrity and the defeat of money driven tactics. The message signs as A MacDonald and conveys admiration for righteous reporting.

The Star A. MacDonald

Recall Petition Targets Everett Mayor and Two Commissioners

Recall petitions have been started against Mayor Christensen and Commissioners Thompson and Brodeck for failing to procure a municipal water supply and a city dock as voted by the people in the last election. Home Consumers' league will visit Claermore China Co. at 503 Union Ave. on Friday at 2 30.

Frater Yester Hamilton Tle Everett Christensen Thompson and Brodeck Home Consumers’ League Claermore China Co Union At Ady

Two Men Held After Break-In at Oregon Hotel Room

John Marshall and George Yank were questioned after a room at the Oregon hotel was entered. Detectives Ralph Jones and Giles W. Humphrey arrested them as they reportedly stole two theatre tickets among other items.

John Marshall George Yank Moore Ralph Jones Giles W. Humphrey Edward Thompson Oregon Hotel

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