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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1909
Page
10
A fragment discusses gender norms and the division of labor between men and women. It critiques polite society for limiting women to homemaking and domestic talk while men pursue technical topics and leisure, arguing men fail to appreciate household burdens and the need for practical help.
The notice discusses slot machines and sliding tunes for merchandise with charges for different machines. It notes quantities in the county, mentions upcoming theatre ads, and forecasts revenue growth as the number of machines doubles, with stated dollar amounts per machine type.
Briefs report President Taft addressing a banquet about high tariffs and a rumored airship sighting. The item mentions French spy activity and prewar tensions, with references to labor wage talks and imperial figures, all conveyed in wire service style.
A female writer discusses traits that attract men, stressing character over looks and the value of kindness, tact, self restraint, and temper. The piece argues real appeal comes from qualities like consideration, intelligence balanced with heart, and respect for a partner, rather than beauty or flirtation. It also notes aloofness can attract but must not be excessive. It mentions MRB. BLACKWELL HOSTESS and a DAR meeting, plus a recipe note about stewed prunes with a method and serving suggestion.
The city of Chicago reached its bonded indebtedness limit as aerial bonds to First Trust and Savings Hank were awarded yesterday at par. Comptroller Walter announced the sale details, noting sections and terms of the issue.
The report notes total bonded indebtedness of the city reaches 30,220,000 with 4,293,000 of that amount tied to World's Columbian Exposition bonds authorized by a state act. The bank has paid 11,600.
Oak furniture items offered at special prices include a 23x42 inch top mirror dresser 24x30 inch mirror dresser and a 24x30 square plate mirror with matching drawer construction. Also featured are a desk chair 3.95 a OSTERMOOR mat tress 22.50 dining chair 5.50 and a metal couch priced 7.75 with a 51 inch width bed and heavy iron frame. Third floor location.
Housekeeping items including Gold Dust Washing Powder three pound package at 15c Easy Mop and Handle with quick wring 60c Gem Folding Bench and Wringer hardwood frame 4.25 Special Note Tabs not included Broom 15c Sleeve Ironing Board 24 inches 25c Cedarine Furniture Polish 5c Bailed Garbage Can galvanized iron 13 5 inches diameter 14 inches high 95c Wilson Gas Toaster for gas or oil stoves four slices toast and heats pots 25c Special.
The May Sale of Cut Glass and Silverware features the Marseilles pattern and extra heavy plated pieces. Tea Spoons six for 1.90, Table Spoons six for 1.75, After Dinner Coffee Spoons six for 1.75, Pickle Forks 0.85 each, Olive Spoons 0.85 each, Sardine Servers 0.78 each, Berry Spoons 2.00 each, and Seven Piece Berry Sets six forks and one berry spoon for 4.00.
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