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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1910
Page
9
The piece extols singular focus and deep mastery over breadth. It argues that a thinker who concentrates on one idea can triumph, while broad knowledge may dilute effort and outcomes. It contrasts practical skills with abstract knowledge and praises persistent, narrow pursuit.
Root argues Taft faces likely repudiation by New York and the East if the state backs Taft in 1912. He warns that losing New York could doom Taft nationwide, as Root and fellow backers rally to influence the national outcome.
A jumble of notes discusses Lake Washington canal bonds and public finances. References include Alaska coal land frauds, a recall petition, city governance, and skepticism about a canal bond issue tied to waterfront interests.
In New York a Russian dancer named Westoff, part of the Pavlov Mordkin troupe, astonishes officials by speaking only Russian except when excited. Interpreters fail, a friendly Englishman helps bridge the gap, revealing Westoff was educated in Russia and barely aware of English until moments of excitement.
Philadelphia reports the meeting house built by Quakers in 1780 near Kennett Square, Chester County, Pa. It stands preserved as the bicentennial dedication exercises recount the founding of three original counties by William Penn in 1682.
Eleanor Addams profiles Emma Smith Devoe, leader in the suffrage movement, recalling her first stand as a child inspired by Susan B. Anthony, her long life of campaigning across the nation, and her belief that victory is certain as she notes Wyoming and other states' efforts.
A jumble of witty lines and cartoonish dialogue about daily life from a vintage page. It references June 21, a circus visit, Longfellow, a Sydney water wagon, horse talk, and quirky exchanges about money, bacon, and fashion.
The Hoosier Special includes a patented extension work table that slides out to become a comfortable dining surface. Utensils and supplies stay grouped around the aluminum-covered work table, saving time, reducing steps, and easing the back-breaking strain of kitchen chores.
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