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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1914
Page
4
A French editor in Paris Figaro imagines a postwar world where Britain France Russia and Germany are exhausted. He asks if Uncle Sam could police the earth with a combined force, arguing armaments drain billions and drag Christendom into conflict.
The Seattle Star warns of a potential deadly crash at Fifth and Seneca near the YWCA building. Editor notes daily near misses and endorses a right of way plan for main arteries to reduce danger though likely to meet opposition.
Myhe Star expresses regret if Mr. J. T. Fleenor or any reader was not treated courteously in the office. The paper affirms all staff strive for courtesy toward readers and business patrons and asks forgiveness for any offense, promising better service.
Councilman Oliver T. Erickson argues against private ownership of public utilities. He cites Seattle receiverships and lapses in service to claim municipal control delivers lower costs, better service, and quicker infrastructure like water, streets, and streetcars. He compares San Francisco spending and notes municipal success after long battles.
A retailer advertises discounted eyeglasses offering double vision lenses for 10 dollars and claims never before seen in Seattle at such low price. The notice emphasizes department of optometry contact and assures customer satisfaction with a special lens offer.
The 10 000 lighting fund appropriation to extend the city system to Tukwila and Foster draws mayoral opposition. Mayor Gillup predicts a veto and urges city only extensions within current limits. The Star notes likely council passage.
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