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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1913
Page
4
A concise guide emphasizes reducing friction in daily routines to lower worry. Readers are urged to structure tasks efficiently and conserve energy, adopting practical steps to stay organized and productive without extra effort.
The Gettysburg Address is praised for its vision and heart though Lincoln doubted its impact marking a contrast with Edward Everett’s scholarly sermon. The piece argues greatness comes from insight and the common people, not polish, and hints at contemporary political shadows behind cabinet choices.
Lincoln delivers a brief dedication speech at a Civil War battlefield. He emphasizes the unfinished work of ensuring liberty and equality and asserts that government must be by the people for the people. He cites the sacrifice of fallen soldiers and calls for renewed commitment to freedom.
Herbert Quick argues that free railroad passes corrupted politics and business for years. He notes two railways and major corporations were fined in Denver for passes and says jail sentences and individual guilt are needed to deter the practice. He condemns passes as treason to the public welfare and urges penalties beyond fines.
In a Friars Club crowd Johnny writes of Sam recounting a string of bad luck after buying Uncle Tom's Cabin show stock. Treasurers fled with cash, a pursuit ensued, and a bootstrap escape led to more counterfeit mockery as the tale spiraled into a new scam. French of Idaho announces a Senate bid, while ads pitch Butler toothpaste filler.
A refined Seattle restaurant presents itself as the city’s most modern oyster house with pristine sanitation and exceptional cuisine. The establishment promises options to suit fastidious diners and highlights oyster specialties as a key draw.
Reports note Sulzer’s impeachment cost New York state 160000. A Bucyrus Foundry Co case ended with a plaintiff verdict of 284.26 after a long jury wait. Columns mention a mayoral pick for police chief and light local anecdotes about hats and famous names.
Canadian Pacific trainmen will meet with C P R officials on December 1 to arrange a new wage scale. Freight conductors will get a $30 monthly increase and brakemen $29 a month.
The Seattle Commercial club board met to decide actions toward securing new headquarters. The panel agreed the current quarters are adequate after Tuesday night discussions. The utilities committee will further consider Spring Hill Water Users' request for city takeover of Fauntleroy park district water system. Superintendent L B Youngs stated the offer is not worth accepting in a letter to the committee.
Thos. Brewer, a postal clerk, was fined one hundred dollars after being found to have stolen a watch and a bracelet from the mails in Los Angeles. The notice also advertises Fest modern outside rooms in Seattle with rates from 25 to 50 cents and the Stewart House at 86 West Stewart near Pike Public Market.
Olympia November 19 Gov Lister asked W J Roberts state highway commissioner to resign and said a successor would be appointed in a few days leaving no further comment on the action Roberts has left office effective immediately and a replacement will be named shortly.
A scrambled timetable shows limited trains between Seattle and Everett with many corrupted times and depot references. The notice lists multiple local and limited trains, freight movements, and refinery-like station names across Seattle and Everett, under Pacific Northwest Traction.
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