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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1912
Page
4
Fragmentary dialogue shows concern for King Manuel and frugality in spending on a ring. Mrs and Tom joke about finances and meals while plans for a ride home surface, reflecting modest domestic life.
Roosevelt in Cleveland criticizes Taft for Ballinger actions and asserts that if Taft had acted as a bank president he would face district attorney intervention. He states he is against Taft for faithlessness to the American people.
The piece critiques selfishness and vanity as root causes of crime, urging the Golden Rule as a lesson from the Massachusetts murderer Clarence Richeson. It warns against self seeking and calls for youth and maturity to learn self restraint, citing Richeson as a cautionary example. It also notes an exclusive claim about Senator William Alder Smith and a naval academy chair.
In a Senate committee hearing about the coffee market, Herman Siebcken testifies that J P Morgan associates held 4 9 million bags in warehouses and that releasing 4 million bags would not affect prices. The piece mocks the oversimplified supply and demand argument and cites pre election discourse.
Ohio voters face delegate selection for the national convention in Chicago. La Follette can gain or lose eight of 48 delegates with several districts already backing him. Editorial note from Columbus Ohio State Journal criticizes progressive threats over Roosevelt coverage. Carpathia stateroom card joke noted by Cleveland Record Herald.
A collage of quotes from papers criticizing politics and progress with jibes about voters judges and presidents. The notes compare American and Mexican presidential primaries and remark on Taft voting in Ohio, plus a line about Georgia convicts receiving 30 days’ vacation for good behavior.
Dr Caldwell's laxative remedy touted for stomach liver and bowels promises relief after a short use and claims many families keep it at home. The ad lists letters from customers and offers a free sample by mail to test before buying at 60 cents to 1 dollar a bottle.
The fragment presents a philosophical statement about human imperfection and the impossibility of finding a flawless person. It has no clear event, date, or identifiable entities to anchor a news-style summary.
A satirical exchange questions gender roles in voting and mocks ballot color controversy. The speaker outlines a plan to shift the ballot appearance from pink to pale lilac while urging readers to participate in the voting process.
A quip from the rlouston Post weighs family size against budget concerns. The speaker jokes that without a large family one might save money, while a counterpoint warns that lack of dependents could still prompt an auto purchase.
A fragment quotes Pele claiming a major accident will occur late in life and offers a cryptic remark about restraint. The garbled text presents aErrant dialogue with unclear context and speakers.
A dramatic exchange unfolds as Jones and Brown discuss an infernal machine. a car ride turns perilous when a dying groan signals a fatal outcome, leaving a judge to weigh the implications.
A humorous exchange shows Mrs. Post asking for cooks who can make mayonnaise or croquettes, and a sly proprietor boasting of his intellectual office. Mrs. Post laments and asks for another kind as she admits a different ingredient. A bank failure joke nods to balance loss in a satire snippet.
A fragment quotes a saying about keeping ears open at the Beeleyeport house to learn about the latest films. It adds a line praising a genius as someone who learns from others, attributed to Woman's Home Companion.
A satirical quip compares advertising cost to store capacity with a joke about avoiding structural damage. The cartoonish line suggests cautions about spending and the dangers of overexpansion in a shop.
A brief street exchange shows two men debating money’s power. One declares money speaks, while the other retorts that it only says goodbye to him, reflecting on class and opportunity.
The Philadelphia Telegraph notes a playful exchange about Maude in a new gown. Obvious Bessie, Jessie, and Magazine Poet discuss perception and saneness amid witty banter about fashion and identity.
A Boston Transcript excerpt captures a street urchin asking Maggie where she is going to get a meal. Maggie replies she will go to the butcher for liver worth a few cents. The exchange hints at poverty and informal dinners in urban life.
In London a new maid asks for four recommendations as she begins her stay. The mistress expresses surprise at the request and notes the maid has only just arrived. The dialogue captures a domestic tension over early assurances and trust.
A collage of quotable quips and exchanges from early 20th century papers. Jokes touch on indigestion remedies, lawn mowing as work, credit to a cash boy, and sermons that wake or lull congregants. A Cincinnati Enquirer caption notes a crowding caused by a girl with a change purse.
The Star discusses Rev Richeson’s execution and the capital punishment question. Some call for imposition of justice even at the price of life while others condemn taking life. The writer argues public disclosure strengthens deterrence, citing old grim warnings and the impact of Richeson’s death on readers nationwide.
The Empress presents a lively week with mandolins saxophones and violins. The closing number features a large flag on screen and a clever monologue by Bradley in a playful critique of showbiz.
The notice lists current films and vaudeville venues including Moore Over Night and The Pink Lady, with Seattle and Melbourne offerings. Florence Roberts at the Orpheum recalls hiring a difficult man whose portrait now prevents discharge and praises actor Walter D. Green. A Psychic Playlet titled The Miracle features a self sacrificed embezzler and a life size portrait that reveals a husband’s crime.
Prorence Roberts, the West’s most popular actress, appeared at the Orpheum Seattle in a 26 minute vaudeville sketch The Miracle last night. The payedic play features a self caused death figure that resolves misunderstandings with a lavish setting and solid acting though it limits Florence Roberts’ screen presence.
The Pantages bill features girls and clever dancing alongside a bar act and monologist. Arthur LaVine with The Flying Dreadnaught dances in late songs. The Royalltatian troupe performs well with ragtime harmonies, LeRoy Cahill’s act wears well, and Sam Hood presents a Civil War Song parody.
A smiling girl buys a box of candy at Hood's in public market, the scene praising dainty taste and sweetness. The copy notes the candies appeal to dainty consumers and invites patrons to visit Hood's nearby locations at Pike Place Market and 3rd Avenue near the post office.
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