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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1909
Page
4
A Sunday column blends a heartfelt “To Mother” letter urging sons to write home for Mothers Day with scattered, fragmented notes on public events. The piece interweaves reflections on motherhood, wartime or social woes, and brief, satirical asides about politics and foreigners, all in a nostalgic, newspaper-voice tone.
The Beattle public library faces criticism for neglecting concentrated reading and study. Readers urge better behavior and quieter use, noting loud guffaws, chatter, and disruptive table manners hinder serious library work. A Crawford of Seattle echoes the plea for civility and focus.
Springfield reports a farmer Bragg used corn pledged to The Exchange National Bank of London and chattels held by Farmers Bank of Sedalia to feed horses and cattle. The London bank bears mortgage ownership while Bragg’s actions leave creditors muddled as proceeds go to rival interests. Milwaukee Realty Co to sell townsite lots near depot with staged prices and 20 percent cash option.
A. F. P. Durland from Odessa Lincoln County Wash reports relief from rheumatism after treatments at Loughney Loughney Bake Ovens. He praises instant relief substantial fat loss and breathing improvement and notes free consultation and long hours at their office in the People's Savings Bank Building Pike Street.
Frank M. Krepp, referee in bankruptcy, deemed the matter too knotty for an off band decision and asked the counsel to submit briefs for resolution.
Dr. E. J. Brown based at 713 First Ave reports arrest by a gang of rivals from the Washington State Dental Society and State Dental Examining Board. He alleges stool pigeons and spying to ruin his 18-year practice and vows low prices and high quality to combat the alleged monopoly. He claims a pain-free dentistry method is being taught nationwide. His offices are in Union Hock at 712 First Ave, claim says.
A garbled列 fragment from a column mixes quotes on charity honesty and society with stray jokes and ad hoc social musings. The text references a cynical view of politics, phrases about the noblest work, and assorted snippets about conversations and stage shows, all in a wandering, fragmented voice.
Edwin J Brown announces reduced rates for teeth extractions crowns fillings and plates to win a hearing before a Dental Board and Society. Offers include full plate $4.00 gold dust plates $15.00 porcelain crowns $2.50 to $4.00 and bridge work with special strength at $8.00 and $4.00 per bid. The ad urges private rights and equal protection of law in Washington state.
Reverend Joseph L. Garvin warns against sexual immorality and the social stigma of scandal. He condemns deception and urges discreet, upright conduct, arguing that public opinion and sanctity demand restraint and responsibility.
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