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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1922
Page
13
Washington advices say the Smith McNary bill will be easy to pass in the coming session. It would set a national reclamation policy without appropriations, allowing action to proceed according to economic demand. A large West chorus urges education of Easterners on reclamation benefits and unity to push the policy forward.
Congressman Frear warns that large stock dividends may mask tax dodging schemes. A 1919 $100,000 stock purchase dropped to $40 per share and was sold at a loss to evade 1921 income tax, then rebought to defer taxes. The piece blames legal loopholes and court interpretations, noting haggling over technicalities and calls for plain meaning in laws.
A girl reports a boy’s 1919 kidnaping by Gypsies and reunion, then Ashton argues man is electricity and atoms power the future. Prohibition losses cited by Wall Street Journal spark debate. Dry and Wet camps clash over debts and bonuses. Police find a Buffalo boy asleep under a sink.
A reader argues against relocating taxi cabs to garages, warning that removing curbside parking would starve families and burden drivers. The writer cites drivers feeding families and employing veterans, claiming quick car access is essential for public need and humane operation.
A letter argues that initiative fails if one third or less of total voters cast participate, while referendum passes only if approved by a majority of votes cast on the measure and turnout meets one third of total votes. George N. Hodgdon urges public action.
A reader argues against criticizing fellow patrons of dance halls, praising personal choice and the mayor’s stance. The letter suggests men with modest means should spend prudently and not be forced to fund questionable venues, urging others to keep their noses in their own business.
A Seattle PTA leader states that Washington branches support differ, emphasizing individual voting rights. She notes local circles collected signatures for Initiative 44 or 210 but says pledging does not bind members. She cautions against assuming uniform party line across 25 000 members statewide and urges personal conscience in voting.
American friends express regret at Lloyd George’s sudden resignation from the coalition government and question democracy’s memory of its leaders. The piece cites his wartime record, India policy, and shifting balance with Japan and China as factors shaping U.S. interests in Asia.
A polemical piece linking global politics to India’s struggle, criticizing Lloyd George and Daniel Webster, and predicting shifts in labor politics in England. It argues against penal reforms while defending humane treatment of inmates and criticizes Le Roy’s parole plea to the Walla Walla penitentiary authorities.
The Star editor notes editorials by parent and taxpayers associations from 25 counties opposing Initiative No 46 30-10. They argue it fails to equalize education, raises annual school taxes by at least four million dollars, harms rural consolidation, drains rural funds, overfunds 60 cities by 1 387 130, offers no building or standards, and backs barefoot bonus credits for private attendance. The opposition labels the measure undemocratic and unfair and cites a $10 000 campaign fund from Washington educators. FRANK FURBER Ravenna Bivd.
A letter from Jean Henri Roy defends John W. Pace as the actual managing head at Walla Walla State Penitentiary while questioning routine discipline and inmate labor from April to September. Roy, released September 6, disputes criticisms from a Star article series last September. He recalls onion shipments labeled Walla Walla Produce Co and questions financial oversight.
A verse asks for a simple tune that travels from day to day. It appeals to workers in city and farm to hum along with a jaunty, unpretentious ballad. The poem envisions a song that comforts the weak and gladdens the strong through everyday rhythm.
The article discusses how a proposed 30-10 plan would affect school financing in Washington State. It highlights the struggles of rural districts like Newcastle in King County near Seattle, where education facilities remain meager despite coal-based local economies.
Officials report a coal miners strike forced families to Unionville nearby. The old school cannot accommodate 87 Unionville children amid a county valuation of 158000 supporting 225 pupils.
Discussion of a four group blood type theory used to prove or disprove parentage in contested cases. Critics warn A and B type traits can skip a parent if inherited from a grandparent, challenging reliability. Supporters cite its potential in establishing legitimacy in court.
Citizens push for 30-10 measure to fix funding gaps in Newcastle district. Volunteers rebuilt and refurbished 22-year-old portables at low cost, aided by county officials and local labor, to educate 87 children with no funds. The plan seeks state and local support to meet Washington standards and ensure future education.
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