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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1916
Page
5
A editorial urges the justice department to publicize federal probes into rising prices for food and essentials. It argues producers may reap big profits while farmers face rising costs and calls for worker action and stricter anti extortion measures.
Readers urged to sign and circulate a Nonpartisan petition on December 2 as a civic activity among friends and peers. The notice highlights participation and grassroots support on a designated day.
Judge Winsor a socialist member endorses Nathan Eckstein as a strong candidate with three years on the board. Two directors will be elected in December with Feirstein clearly established while Anna Louise Strong brings notable Washington experience. Attorney Edwards argues with jailer Bush over a claim, illustrating a lawyer's value.
At the December 2 election voters will decide 1,083,000 in bonds for purchasing land and constructing a high school and grade schools, all fireproof. Endorsement comes from respected financiers Eckstein Pigott Shorrock Spear and Judge Winsor along with the school board after careful study.
A Northern Pacific Railway executive announces a 5 percent wage increase for employees earning under monthly limits, citing higher company costs and living expenses. The note links labor actions to broader justice debates and hints at football strike unrest at the University of Washington, with broader reflections on wartime price contrasts and a quip about General Sherman.
The fragment blends casual questions about money and plans with glimpses of public figures. It mentions Teddy Roosevelt, Dr Herbert Coe, Andrew Alex, a Firlands hospital, philanthropy by Mr Henry, a Mary Pickford film with censorship fears, and labor tensions between open shop advocates and business clubs.
Letters to The Star criticize Everett fruit inspectors for destroying large quantities of fruit under a state law. The writers argue the law inflates living costs and should be repealed. A second letter proposes funding a humane sanitary hotel to provide affordable lodging, framed as addressing a persistent municipal issue.
The narrative follows Captain Eri, Mrs. Snow, and their circle at the life saving station during a long winter. Amid visits, Thanksgiving dinner, and care for John Haxter, Miss Patience Davin grows closer to Captain Peres while Haxter’s condition worsens. The scene shifts to a quiet January moment as Mrs. Snow contemplates their shared bonds and past choices.
The narrative follows Mrs. Jubal Snow recounting a life of hardship after her Nantucket home is foreclosed to settle debts from a dying husband. Captain Eri and Miss Patience Davis weigh love, duty, and a possible marriage as John Baxter’s fatal fire looms, while Eri keeps quiet about suspected arson to protect a friend.
An old advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound to cure a cold. It claims two hour dosing for three doses clears nasal passages, stops discharge, relieves headache and feverishness, and ends sneezing with a 25 cent cost.
After Captain Baxter's funeral Elsie must finish school and cannot stay at the tavern with village drummers and homeless men. Mrs Snow and Captain Jerry keep silent. Captain Eli weighs the marriage agreement with widow and honor, while another week passes as he delays.
Dr Edwards' Olive Tablets are advertised as a mild liver and bowel aid that replaces calomel. The copy claims quick action without harming teeth, noting headaches dullness and lethargy stem from a disordered liver. Available in 10c and 25c sizes.
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