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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1919
Page
13
Editorial argues most failures stem from misreading business laws rather than clever concealment by others. It cites the need to balance invention, economical production, and selling education, noting marketing often consumes more time and money than invention.
The advisory board of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, 85000 members, endorses immediate steps to form an industrial commission in Washington. It would recognize citizens rights and support collective bargaining, aiming for a peaceful solution after the failed round table.
A fervent wartime poem condemns hatred and celebrates sacrifice. It memorializes four Washington sons who died on foreign fields and calls for unity, faith in God, and defense of Columbia’s law, urging patriots to free shores from Russia. The verse presents a stark, ceremonial tone and appeals to national duty.
A Seattle reader denounces rent increases at the Sagamore apartments 621 W Galer Jr managed by A H Tappan effective October 1 and December 1. The letter cites crumbling interiors, nonfunctional elevator and laundry, unutilized mail boxes, mouse infestation, and high rents—calling for action by the mayor and city council against alleged robberies.
A chronology notes events on November 16 from 534 to 1864. It cites Justinian’s code, Margeret of Scotland’s death, Henry IIIs end, Edward II’s capture and death, the 1773 Boston Tea Party, Fort Washington surrender, Nottingham riots, and Sherman’s Atlanta to the Sea march. Includes rulers, battles, protests, and key dates.
Fragmented notes report various headlines and anecdotes. Mentions include Chicago packers investing in a New York hotel, a West Bridgeport candidate for auditor, travel gossip about Henry W. Lewin, a Cleveland arrest over family abandonment, a Dayton inventor claiming backyard landings, and magicians forming a society to deter exposing tricks.
A collection of mock quotes depicts new graduates like Matt Moneymuch and William Wind venturing into the corporate world with ambitious plans and high salary expectations. The snippets poke at youth confidence and post college plans, including talk of CEO starts, big firm access, and entrepreneurial bets.
The army moved from Atlanta to Savannah cutting a sixty mile wide swath and splitting the Confederacy. About 60 000 troops lived off the land as they moved, with little bloodshed but total devastation of railroads crops factories horses clothing and other resources along the route.
High school telegraph apparatus described as an English invention can deliver typewritten messages at 120 words per minute, showcasing advanced student technology.
Uptown and downtown locations advertise Boldt French pastries at 1414 3rd Ave and 913 2nd Ave with contact details and hours for quick purchases.
An editorial argues that victory now hinges on production and unity rather than battle. Germany’s disbanded army may become an asset if it yields to steady work, while Allied inflation and strikes threaten reconstruction. The piece warns America must stop internal strife and Bolshevism, or risk being outpaced by disciplined nations.
A small fire at 1164 East Lake Avenue caused by clothes hung near the stove was stopped by the fire department. The blaze was contained without spreading. In China a pupil recites by turning his back to the teacher. Italian women property owners exceed one million.
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