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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1914
Page
7
The Star recalls Governor Lister’s past criticism and notes his new interest in C. K. Evans, a foreman crippled on a State road. Lister asked for facts to extend aid, seeking a job for Evans rather than charity, and the paper commends his concern.
The speaker contrasts Harvard’s 22 000 graduates, noting about 25 percent study or practice law, few lawyers attaining inner contentment. He cites Louis D. Brandeis and argues more value in turning out farmers and mechanics who produce wealth directly and lead meaningful, peaceful lives.
Discussion notes that a new tariff law bans goods made with convict labor but omits pauper or detained labor. Congressman Hensley argues for stricter limits to protect skilled American workers. The piece also cites New Yorkers upset by a 5 cent pay rate cut causing phone call interruptions and extra charges.
A collage of humorous vignettes and brief quips from The Seattle Star's Laugh Department. Jokes about hammer and anvil metaphors, family troubles, pie theft, and playful miscommunications depict lighthearted local humor and everyday foibles.
Wellesley March 16 Miss Bertha Bailey a Wellesley graduate argues that college women prioritize education over outward beauty. She contends hollow chests and curved backs replace traditional charms and questions whether cosmetics or economics better explain attractiveness and social life.
The Home Consumers' League will tour the Seattle Ice Cream Co. and Lang Manufacturing Co. on First Ave Nov. 8, leaving 3071 Arcade at 2:30. Lang plant foundry will be in operation with molten metal poured for visitors before light refreshments. Luna Park Natatorium opens March 21. Advertisement. Why suffer toothache.
Charles Normandy of Wesson reports he found a diamond in the gizzard of a chicken he raised and killed on his farm. He sold the gem for 1750 dollars.
Letters from readers criticize how wrongful imprisonments go unremedied and urge a state law to compensate innocent prisoners with the average earnings for the period served plus additional reparation. They contrast money's power in justice with a Seattle attorney's view and a New York officer’s retrial case.
A reader argues against keeping Joe Kaufman jailed indefinitely citing his possible role as a witness and recounts witnessing a serious cutting affray. The letter questions law and justice in handling witness availability and urges reconsideration of his detention.
John Buson reports that Juneau papers warn against additional laborers as mining expands. Major companies state they do not need more workers and have instructed agents to discourage further immigration to Juneau.
An ad promotes an ounce of ethine double strength from a druggist to remove freckles and improve complexion. It claims freckles fade after a few applications and guarantees a money back if it fails, noting February and March bring more demand due to sun and wind.
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