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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1915
Page
4
Editorial urges a strong navy to deter a new Memorial Day era amid fears of a European war. It warns an unprepared America could face attack from the Atlantic or Pacific and advocates naval strength as protection while reflecting on past sacrifices.
The Star reports a feud between the Sporting Editor and Seattle baseball boss D E Dugdale. Tensions rose after remarks about keeping players for sale sparked retaliation including removal of a telephone and demanding entry costs. The dispute marks the paper’s first sports editorial clash in years.
The Public notes May reports claim citizens of South Mansfield Louisiana sent Roosevelt a telegram offering to fund his travel and arms to Europe to join allied or German forces. Roosevelt allegedly replied that volunteers from the town could join the allied effort if they provide arms locally. The citizens said they favor peace and urged Roosevelt to fight unaccompanied.
Let It Be Georgia criticizes J Eb Pear apne NAT HARRIS for saying the Leo Frank case should stay a Georgia matter. He argues for local review while acknowledging the case had reached the highest national court which questioned justice. He warns that if Georgia lynches Frank it should be a Georgia affair and outside critics will assign the blame to Georgia.
An alarming historical rumor reappears claiming Lord Dundonald designed a deadly gas buried by the British, suggesting a return to inhumane methods. The piece mocks escalation and hints at American involvement in modernizing such horrors, noting violent acts once deemed unacceptable.
A Johnson County North Carolina tenant plowing a farm uncovers 500 dollars in gold coins buried long ago. He tells the finder to keep the treasure for his own needs, preferring generosity over ownership. The item ends with a lighthearted note about steady wives and aprons.
A clipped political note mocks governors and cites Standard Oil in a pointed line about control and authority. It hints at pressure on state leaders and heavy corporate influence in governance.
The text questions who could lead and mocks a medical term while arguing violence is justified when oil laws are lax. It frames Standard Oil as a trigger for violence and notes uncertainty about a new doctor calling himself spondylotheraputist.
Harry Thaw proclaims Ludlow Street Jail the best jail he has ever visited and urges patrons to use that facility when in New York.
Is it possible the colonel and Mr Barnes Jr are planning to go into vaudeville What a fine lot of advertising they are wasting if they do not.
A jumble of short items and quips appears, including a boy named Tommy in summer-house distress and jokes about actors and actors spouses. Notes reference a millionaire Bullion’s death and a Mary Pickford connection from Hoboken, with brief captions and banter about movies.
A humorous exchange shows two flat dwellers debating hiring a cook. The first says they secured a very good cook but had to fire her. The second asks why, and the first explains she was too large to fit into the kitchenette after bringing her home.
A convicted burglar quips to his counsel that a closing speech at the opening of the case might have helped. The advocate replies it would not improve matters, while the client reasons the jury would have been asleep during the evidence, giving him a chance.
Washington dispatch recalls Col. John Lincoln Clem the littlest hero of the Civil War. At Memorial Day 1915 he is the last living link to the war in active U S Army service. His exploits at Chickamauga and later service mark a storied, peril filled career.
A Fairmont Minnesota man sold his gold teeth to buy food. He reportedly spent the proceeds on meals but details of repayment or further actions are not provided. The incident highlights extreme hunger driving a drastic measure.
A mild pleasant laxative toner with simple herbs and pepsin marketed as Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. Taken before bed, it relieves constipation by morning without stomach upset. Free trial bottle offered by Dr. W. B. Caldwell, 462 Washington St, Monticello, Illinois.
Readers commend The Star editorial for avoiding race hatred and partisanship while criticizing monopolies. The letter from Minnie B. Frazier and the Seattle telephone manager George C. Co. defend public service and urge improvement, noting wartime anxieties and mining strikes.
Editor notes a letter on the telephone situation prompting a site visit by the company manager. The writer conducted a personal investigation and commends Seattle for a company striving to meet conditions, citing the receiving room and operator efficiency. The piece highlights improvements and openness to feedback.
Dialogue excerpt shows an elderly gentleman addressing a conductor and asking for a bus ride or carpet to cross mud. The exchange captures a Dickensian street scene with humor and social dynamics.
Doctor Lathrop is licensed by the State Board of Medical Examiners to practice in Washington and has resided in Seattle for years. He does not claim a cure all and will not take a case he cannot benefit. He does not charge for consultations and sees patients at 214 15 People's Bank Ride, any day excluding Sundays, 9 am to 5 pm. He treats asthma heart trouble dyspepsia la grippe female trouble constipation lumbago neuralgia rheumatism appendicitis headaches paralysis insomnia kidney trouble and other ailments.
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