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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1911
Page
4
An elderly man named Middleton, partly deaf and cynical, tries to pass a battered nickel to a conductor. The conductor insists he cannot use the coin, prompting Middleton to ask again. The conductor shouts his response, and Middleton quips that the nickel should be given to the company.
Citizens debate a five hundred thousand dollar prize for a new national anthem. Critics note The Star Spangled Banner is flawed and question whether money can buy a truly national song. The piece recalls past contests and the scarcity of lasting patriotic anthems.
A chaotic political tableau accuses big money and legal power of shielding corruption. Witnesses claim Edward Tilden offered a bribe to influence a senate investigation into Lorimer, while Tilden and a bank committee man face contempt charges and flee to Corpus proceedings. The court halts inquiry, sealing the avenues of inquiry, and the piece laments rich criminals protected by courts and a compromised government.
The piece suggests hundreds of Gen Navarro's soldiers and insurrectos may end the rebellion after Juarez. It notes loyal regular troops under Diaz fight bravely, though some desert due to fear and harsh treatment. It warns Diaz might claim treason, potentially triggering a larger conflict in Mexico.
Observations touch on Latin American politics with references to Adolfo Diaz, Porfirio Diaz, and Colombia Panama relations. Mentions U S topics like reciprocity, water consumption, and wealth shown in a stream of fragmented opinions and quotes from varied figures.
An attendant at the Institute for the deaf and dumb faced a rapid fire questioning by a female visitor. She asked how the staff summon the bedside mates to church and the attendant quipped that they ring the dumb bells.
A dialogue notes a library room design with plans and the humorous insistence on a place to smoke. The exchange stems from a Boston Transcript snippet showing a playful assignment of a home's library and a character’s quip about smoking.
A fragmentary excerpt hints at a conversation about temptation and a rejected suitor. It references Dorothy and a dismissive remark about consequences, suggesting a moral or social dilemma explored in the original piece.
An exchange about sewer gas follows a tenant landlord contract signing. Elbert Hubbard at the Portland Press Club proclaims time as thought power and knowledge, criticizing the view of time as money and condemning commercialism.
In a light exchange Peggy favors the motorboat as superior to the canoe though a chaperon is needed. Frank agrees noting the loud chug chug prevents Peggy from hearing a smack to save herself.
A collection of parlor humor with brief verse gags and quips. Jokes about a man interrupted during prayer, a judge dialogue on a cows claim, a drover’s prices, an overnight oversight, and a May queen line. Includes Detroit Free Press style snippets about reasons for marriage and disappointment in love.
In a quirky exchange the early bird and worm banter about life in town. A doctor questions a wife about her husband temperature testing with a barometer, and she recalls giving him beer after the barometer read very dry.
Hubby, a baseball umpire, sentences Wille to a $25 fine for misbehavior during the game. The brief item notes a humorous, domestic discipline tone without detailing the incident.
A reader challenges a paper claim that more than half the world is female. The exchange questions how half the globe could be unaware of how the other half lives.
A grocer publicizes a tense exchange with a violent customer over a chicken found in an item yesterday. The incident, reported by the Philadelphia Bulletin, notes the chicken caused an alarm and a loud reaction during the confrontation.
A dialog from the Chicago Tribune mocks political framing and misrepresentation. Mrs Dorkine asks about a con game and a frame up, while Mr Dor kine dismisses explaining politics as bunk and shacks, highlighting comic misunderstanding.
A dialogue features Mrs Bacon asking why a cook left Mrs Egbert after demands to raise wages. The exchange notes the cook was paid $15 a month and questions whether that amount could have been increased. The humor centers on the employer's reluctance and the need for higher pay.
A quirky creation draws attention as the inventor demonstrates a trousers styled skirt. The novelty lies in its design allowing the wearer to slip it on over the head. The item sparks curiosity about fashion utility and practicality.
Mian apologizes for missing a call while getting hair washed. Miss Sharpe complains laundries are slow to return items, highlighting ongoing delays in domestic chores.
A sequence of revival services was held in a Western city and notices were posted in conspicuous places. One posting proclaimed a baritone soloist Jones and the message Tell Mother I’ll Be There. The item included remarks about Lippincott and a remark on generational wealth and golf.
A brief dialogue notes a student who has grammar and accent down in French but struggles with gestures, highlighting nonverbal fluency as the harder aspect of mastering the language.
Sam Woods, keeper of county files at the King county courthouse, is hailed as the human encyclopedia. He directs people to divorce sources, tracks criminal and civil cases, and knows where taxes and licenses are paid. A former hotel operator and policy participant, he resembles Bryan and jokes he will seek county office someday.
A Washington, D C letter argues the tariff fight moves between chambers and notes the Senate as the arena for major clashes. It cites finance committee dynamics, Morgan ties in traction policy, and explains La Follette pronunciation as the presidential race looms. The writer closes with a personal signoff.
A light exchange shows a husband and wife banter about trousers in a Boston Trapscript snippet. The wife jokes the husband slept in his clothes and needs pressing while noting the pair she wore to church.
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