Jobs-What’s in the Way for Seattle’s Unemployed
L. B. Youngs says pipeline work for Swan Lake will create hundreds of jobs once construction starts, but the city’s $3,000,000 utility bond issue cannot be marketed. He blames investor preference for higher returns from out of town, urging Northwest banks to back home projects to spur local prosperity.
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L. B. Youngs
Board of Public Works
Seattle
Swan Lake
Vida Sherwin
Vidale
Tacoma and Seattle cooperation urged at Commercial Club
Front page editorial praises Tacoma willingness to cooperate with Seattle for Puget Sound progress. It notes Seattle seeks fair partnership, urges mutual business and industrial friendship, and contrasts with past neglect. The piece ends with a whimsical digression on orangutans and the origins of machinery.
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Henry A. Rhodes
Seattle
Commercial Club
Tacoma
Puget Sound
Monkey’s Invention At New York Zoo Stirs Minds
A highly intelligent orang-utan at the New York Zoological Garden creates a sensation as scientists and visitors speculate it may be the missing link between monkeys and humans. The anthropoid ape, described as having small ears and little hair, resembles famed Tarzan tales.
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New York Zoological Gardens
Faith and Fortitude in a Silver Mine Tale
Dr William E Barton recounts a tale of a long mine search that finally yielded silver after eleven years. The workers misdirected tunnels and levels, but a single correct shaft led to the ore, illustrating perseverance and faith as keys to success.
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William E. Barton
Trotaky to Travers name change noted
Text discusses a name change from Trotaky of New York to Travers and mentions Papafran seeking to borrow 88 million for Greece. It also touches on women, cheaper farm produce, Babe Ruth’s high pay in vaudeville, and general commentary on social topics.
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Trotaky
New York
Bimacl
Travers
Praises for Retael Soldiers' Home New Management
A Tacoma reader lauds the Soldiers' Home at Retael under new management. The writer notes brightened grounds, new gutters and linoleum, and a capable commander. Dr Newcomb, head nurse, and a dietician oversee a well supplied dining hall while inmates express satisfaction with care and meals. Mrs Rice, president of the W FR C, adds praise.
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the Star
Retael
Dr. Newcomb
W. FR. C
Mrn. Rice
Letter from Unemployed Association Secy on Job Plans
The statement by W R Allen Secy Association of Unemployed notes 7000 men with families registered seeking work and urges creation of 6000 jobs by a date, arguing taxes are needed for public safety and welfare programs while offering aid to children in need.
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the Star
William Ormaby
Ormeby
Ormady
Outrage at Sentence for Blind Man in Food Theft
A reader protests a five year sentence given to a 60 year old blind man for stealing a saw and hammer to obtain food. The letter calls for humane treatment and urges public protest through The Star.
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the Star
Star
C. Betteys
Toppeniah
Public letter defends Main Street and critique of lawmakers
The writer praises The Star for publishing Main Street as a great American fiction and argues lawmakers serve the robber class while artists stand against subjection. A native-born American signer, T. &. Walsh of 8306 Twenty sixth N. W., references a previous letter by W. B. Charles and discusses national identity.
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the Star
America
Main Street
Charles of
Elma
Wes Branigan
T. &. Walsh
N. W
Light rates protest to Seattle Star from Bellevue resident
A Bellevue resident urges an investigator be sent to Lake Washington east shore to examine Puget Sound Light Co. rates. He notes customers pay 36 per year for three years and compares to potential city rate of 2 percent per kilowatt, urging constructive press coverage and criticizing excessive criticism.
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Newspaper Enterprise Asm. and
United Press Service
Seattle Star
City
Washington
Lake Washington
Bellevue
Puget Sound Light Co
K. W
Blames Dry Law for Ills
A Globe Trotter column argues that Prohibition fuels unemployment, claims war did not injure the U S but temperamental legislation did. It says the liquor industry was a major asset and calls for repeal of the Volstead Act to restore tax revenue and jobs.
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America
United States
Globe Trotter
Case of Soldier Neglect Prompts Shelter Plea
Mary Burger of Bremerton asks for aid in caring for her 6 year old stepson after the boy lacked shoes and proper clothing all summer and fell ill. She notes circumstantial support from a Filipino boy and last aid from Ned Cross, with rent unpaid and no funds for bread or medicine. She seeks relief from the public.
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Cushman Hospital
Port Townsend
Ned Cross
Bremerton
Wash
Seattle electric light rates and municipal comparison debate
George F. Cooper, a City Light employee, argues that Seattle’s municipal power lowers rates versus private firms. He traces rate history from 1902 to present, notes peak load costs, and questions media coverage while urging disclosure of rates in Everett, Spokane, and Bellingham.
Seattle Light Department: praise and potential reforms
The Star supports Seattle's light department for its overall success but notes it is not faultless. If it fails to meet its possibilities, reforms may be needed to improve performance and accountability.
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Seattle
Main Street The Story of Carol Kennicott Continuation
In a tense domestic scene Carol Kennicott and her husband clash over money and trust. He smokes angrily as their room feels drab and stifling, underscoring a fragile marriage strained by misunderstandings and secrets.
Why Are This City's Utility Rates So Much Higher
The editor questions why the city’s light rates to house wires run 50 to 100 percent higher than Tacoma, why electric ranges cost two and a half times more, and why heating rates are five times as high, urging scrutiny of utility pricing.
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Tacoma
The Bankers Side of It on Seattle Credit Measures
A Conservative letter argues bankers face strain from war era loans and cautious liquidity. It suggests banks balance maintaining reserves with profitable safe investments like bonds, to avoid widespread failures. The author defends bankers against criticism and urges sympathy for local merchants enduring tight credit conditions.
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the Star
The
Star
Seattle
American Legion Voices On Disarmament Conference
A letter from an ex-service man argues the American Legion should take an active leadership role in the disarmament conference. He recalls service in Meuse Argonne and Flanders and warns civilization may suffer if the U S does not lead in pursuing world peace. He cites General Pershing on leadership.
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American Legion
Meuse
Argonne
Flanders
Legion
Gen. Pershing
U. S
Legion Pushes Disarmament Message in Armistice Parade
A letter urges the American Legion to lead a nationwide disarmament campaign. It proposes banners for Armistice Day parades on November 11 and calls for a strong Legion role in shaping public opinion toward peace. A separate ad notes a full course dinner at Boldt's from 5 to 8 pm.
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Legion
91ST
Boldt's
Letter argues for clemency over five year sentence
The writer laments harsh punishment for a man who helped another find work, arguing justice should consider hardship and faith. He questions punishment for those who violate promises when life is tough and urges Governor Hart to grant clemency and release the prisoner.
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Geezer
Woman Aids An Operation With Pinkham's Pills
A Star North Carolina reader testifies that after two doctors advised surgery and seven years of monthly trouble Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound helped her resume normal work. She urges others to try the remedy and notes additional women share similar success stories.
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J. F. HuRs&y
Star
N.C
Afters
Lydia E. Table
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Cincinnati
Edsa
Herding
Georgia
Japan
Dr. W. T
Nature
Mr. Orangatan
Porras Cy
Papafran
Greece
Papa
Babe Ruth
Ieems
Elk Co
Berton Braley
Mns
Fern Hill Station
Tacoma, Wn
Taypayer
W. R. Allen
Secy
Association of Unemployed
Editor
Citzens
the Times
D. D. Dobbbins
City Light Department
Everett
Spokane
Bellingham
Armstrong
Ross
City Electric
George F. Cooper
City Light
MAIN
Carol Kennicott
Sinclair Lewis
Harcourt, Brace & Howe, Inc
Kennicott
Chas
Fifth Ave
Todd
Mgr
Walla Walla
Hart
Renta Cuticura
Esther Clark
Briggsdale
Colo
Cov
First Presbyterian Church
Holy
Christ
A. B. Winchester
Toronto
M. D. Wells
Foreign Department
Dexter Horton National Bank
Second Ave
Cherry St
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