Placement Bureau aids Seattle youths in finding work
A letter from Samuel FE Mloming of Seattle Public Schools describes the Placement Bureau. It coordinates with employers to place youths aged 14 to 21 in suitable part time or full time jobs at no fee, stressing school valuation of the applicant to reduce poor job fits. The bureau operates from 802 building with Elliott 4160, and invites businesses to call for help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel FE. Mloming
Department of Vocational Education of
Seattle
Semtle
Placement Bureau
Elliott
Oil Consumption Outpaces American Production
The piece notes rising oil demand and says 1920 consumption may reach 655 million barrels with 1918 world output at 514 million. U S crude production rose 46 percent in four years while imports from Mexico surged 330 percent, Mexico shipping about 120 million barrels annually versus under 90 million in 1919.
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United States
Mexico
Wall Street Journal
Consumers lead price restabilization amid demand shift
The Baltimore American notes that consumer purchasing power now governs prices as demand tightens. When luxuries retreat and silk mills cut hours, workers shift to durable goods, boosting supply of basics and driving prices down, easing the return to normal living.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
New England
Do Animals Reason
An essay argues animals learn from trial and error rather than reasoning. A cat test on a sofa bus shows gradual learning through repeated attempts. The piece questions human reasoning compared to animal learning, referencing wartime sentiment and Johnson.
Palmer Kills the Bear Claims Squeezed Rates Rise
A terse piece rails at Palmer supporters for credit in profiteering battles and price hikes while the agricultural department notes a fair wheat outlook. The column mocks the idea that Palmer killed the bar as a slogan in political rhetoric.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betsy
Palmer
Agricultural Department
Department of Justice
Polk Was the First Dark Horse President Gen Jacksons Man
Editor notes this is the first in a series on national conventions. It explains fixed versus dark horse conventions, cites Polk’s 1844 nomination as the first dark horse success, and describes Van Buren’s 1844 defeat and the role of the two thirds rule and political maneuvering by General Jackson and supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk
Dark Horse
Gen. Jackson
United States
James K. Polk
Garfield
Cleveland
van Buren
Champ Clark
General Cass
Cages
Jackson
New York
Benjamin
Butler
Hermitage
Congress
Washington
Baltimore
Capitol
House
Senate
Silas Wright
California Syrup of Figs Advertised Laxative Advice
A vintage welfare era ad touts California Syrup of Figs as a mild laxative for children. It promises a fruity taste and “full directions” on each bottle and urges buyers to look for the California name on the package to ensure a safe product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Chronicle of Idle Notions From A Qwerty Era
A jumble of gadfly captions and quips on crime rumors and public life. Mock headlines and comic lines reference Carranza, streetcar fares, war taxes, cigars, Ed Caldwell family fables, Edsel, and a string of satirical asides about politicians, actors, and global events.
Hurst Danielson reveal private marriage balance
Fannie Hurst announces her marriage to Jacques Danielson on the fifth anniversary, revealing separate studios and a flexible partnership. She argues personal liberty within marriage can coexist with domestic ties, cautioning that over intimacy can harm affection and urging couples to seek balance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fannie Hurst
Jacques 8. Danielson
Mies Ilurst
Danielson
Hurst
Nihe
Huret-Danielson
Public health and sanitation lessons in advice column
The article extols the role of educational publicity in public health, noting printers ink and newspapers aids in sanitation, disease prevention, pure foods, and venereal disease control. It provides insect bite care including ammonia for bites and instruction on removing stings and ticks.
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United States
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State of Washington
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Tar Publishing Oe
Phene Mate
Mars
Nashville Banner
Wood
Johnson
Baltimore Sun
B’ar
Gilson Gardner
Star
James A. Garfild
Grover Cleveland
Everett True
lLarnest Metcal
Washledes
Savings and Loan Association
Jluck
Puget Sound Savings and Loan Association
Pike Street
Carranza
Eivery
Caldwell
Littledna
Edna Caldwell
Edwel Pord
Edie
Edee
Freddie
Edsel
Muvder
Iceland
League of Nations
Sparkie Moore
Vienerilie
Purdue
War Office
Mebby
Atlanta, GA
Frank
Annie
Reet
Sadie Patien
Ohio
Dentists University
Frases
M. J. Brandenstein & CO
Ofice & Warehouse
Occidental Ave
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