Seattle Men Debate Preparedness In The Great American Dialog
The Star presents a public debate on preparedness with Seattle figures Hulet M. Wells and Judge George Danworth. Wells argues geographic position negates war risks while Danworth urges readiness to deter conflict and avoid arbitration dependence. Readers from Seattle submit letters urging Congress to enact universal defense duties and laws.
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Hulet M. Wells
Central Labor Council of
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George Conworth
Preparedness debate exposes dangers of militarism
Hulet M. Wells of the Central Labor Council questions the rush to armament, arguing profits and fear drive the campaign. He challenges the pacifist stance in The Star and contends true Americanism lies beyond state lines, urging social reform over arms.
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America
Freckles Remedy Promises Clear Complexion This Spring
March brings freckle concerns and a suggested cure using ethine double strength from a druggist. Apply nightly and morning to fade freckles, with a money back guarantee if othine fails, urging readers to act now before summer.
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Othine
Prepared for any emergency the Star editor urges caution
The Star editor argues that protection drives armament as nations with high civilization threaten each other. He warns against overinsuring or overdoing safeguards and urges readiness without fanaticism.
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Star
California Syrup of Figs Advertises Child Cure
A vintage ad urges parents to use California Syrup of Figs as a gentle liver and bowel cleanser for children's illnesses. It claims quick relief from constipation, stomach upset, and feverish symptoms, touting a 50-cent bottle and the California Fig Syrup Company as the maker.
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California Fig Syrup Company
Virtue Urges Youth Military Training and Original Plans
The writer argues against a large standing army and warlike fervor while advocating regular systematic training for youths as part of education. He opposes copying European tactics and believes Americans can devise their own military plan.
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Geo. A. Virtue
Preparedness in arms and national defense in The Seattle Star
The piece argues for broad military readiness as essential to a free nation and criticizes mere militia camps and expanded regular forces. It urges a democratic system with a national organized force and yearly service, opposing overly large regular army and militia expansions.
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The
Seattle Star
Call for national militia service and universal obligation
The writer argues for a national government controlled force trained by professional officers and available during emergencies. He criticizes volunteer armies as favoring the rich and urges a system where rich and poor serve alike, with promotions based on merit, to reflect true democracy and the spirit of free institutions. The letter is signed by Geo. B. Lamping.
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Geo. B. Lamping
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