We Are Not As Other People This Thanksgiving 1912
A reflective sermon finds pride in American progress while contrasting Western nations under war and hardship. The speaker warns against boastfulness, urges humility, and frames the United States as uniquely safe and prosperous among nations in 1912. The piece emphasizes liberty, peace, and the duty of the nation to lead in a collective quest for global betterment.
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Turkey
Asia
Mexico
Central
South America
West Indies
Finland
Greece
Bulgaria
Servia
Montenegro
Europe
Great Britain
Germany
Japan
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
Assyria
Egypt
Thanksgiving Day Memories and Local Notices
A collection of short items notes social visits in Indiana including Miss Bonney Breaks in Crawfordsville and Eliza beth May Corkum wedding in Portland. It also includes brief quips on insects, education, jobs, and a Boston joke about a tailor named Libel.
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Miss Bonney
Crawfordsville
New Richmond
Opal Rough
Fowler
Misa Fay Gee
Harvey Studebaker
Rockfield
William Tricky
T. Martin
James Overtune
Remington
Biddle
N. H. Carr
Important Election for Seattle Port Commissioners
An important election on Monday will choose a three year term port commissioner. The vote will shape Seattle’s harbor development ahead of the Panama Canal era and Pacific coast opportunities. Voters are urged to elect capable commissioners to drive major development now.
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Seattle
Panama Canal
Pacific Coast
Puget Sound
Port Commission
Nens
Sentimental Lie About Uncle Joe Cannon Rebutted
A newspaper attacks the idea that Joseph Cannon leaves with universal love and respect. It declares Cannon a powerful leader who enabled laws harming the poor and oppressing the country. The piece urges readers to reject the notion of universal affection and warns against emulating his controversial record.
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Joe Cannon
Man Cannon
Congress
Joseph Cannon
Washington
Cannon
Washington society buzzes over Woodrow Wilson daughters
A satirical column notes Washington society excitement as Woodrow Wilson has three marriageable daughters. It jests about status and marriage prospects while weaving in world affairs and political barbs. It also touches on California suffrage, Los Angeles politics, and a curious Bay Area car incident.
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Washington
Woodrow Wilson
Caesar
Alfred D. Robinson Bans Phones in Barred Plymouth Rocks Ad
Alfred D. Robinson of San Diego, famed Barred Plymouth Rocks breeder, proclaims no telephones are used in business and chafes at exchange rules. A bold stance from a local entrepreneur challenging industry norms.
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Alfred D. Robinson
Plymouth Rocks
San Diego
Conscience Objection Excuses Men From English Jury Duty
The report notes that men are excused from jury service in England due to conscientious objection to the morality of trying women by male judges under human-made laws.
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England
HYOMEI Promises Quick Catarrh Relief and Germ Destruction
Hyomet advertised as a complete eucalyptus based remedy for catarrh coughs colds and sore throat. It uses an inhaler and antiseptics to reach mucus membranes and claims rapid relief and a money back guarantee with a $1 complete outfit at druggists. It advises inhaling vapors from boiling water for quick head and chest cold relief.
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Australia
Adirondacks
Odds and Ends From an Uncertain Era
A collage of trivia and quotes spans ice purity claims, transit fares, shipbuilding peaks, vehicle counts, Nile lore, jury politics, travel anecdotes, ads, and stray signage. The fragmentary notes touch Germany England Alaska Kyoto Philadelphia and Mt. McKinley exploration, with brief local items and whimsical signals.
The Free Hand-Power Machine Ad Claims Time Saving Value
An advertisement touts The Free hand power machine as the fil e machine of choice with more attachments than competitors. It markets practical Christmas gifts and low payments as $1.00 a week to entice buyers despite older technology.
Editor letters raise issues on prisons and city life
A series of letters to The Star criticizes prison treatment in the West, questions humane reform, and contrasts harsh conditions with Oregon's system. Readers complain about heated streetcars, damp cold in Seattle, and political purity. One writer reflects on Miss Emily Ewing's disfigurement with a hopeful note.
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the Star
Oregon
B. H. Griffiths
South
Bellingham
Emily Ewing
Richard W. Garrett
Crichton
Minnesota
Ohio
Dr. Crichton
Tom L. Johnson
Seattle
Mr. Valentine
Purity Squad
Seattle Spirit
Boys
Noth. Ring
Really Useful The Main Floor Gift Furniture Display
The article promotes practical gift furniture now on display at The Main Floor with items from affordable tabourettes and tables to comfortable chairs and larger pieces. It invites everyone to visit and see the offerings as a helpful gift solution.
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Grandfather’s
California
Chicago School of Domestic Arts
Manhattan Cafe
Aurora
Beacon
Josh Wise
City Hunter
Boston
Libel
United States
Grandma
Grandpa
Aquaris
Grandm
Crandpa
Brute Ous
Fall Waar
Abdul
Ali
San Francisco Bay
Oakland
Oklahoma
Foraker
Joe
New York
Carrie C. Catt
Mrs. Catt
Los Angeles
J. E Grim
Mr. Carmel
Queen Elisabeth
Great Eastern Raiway
Amioimam
Great Hantern
Nile
Christopher Columbus
Chris
Edmonton
Can
Chicago
Record-Herald
Alaska
R. B. Higbee
Panama
el Campo
Tex
Berlin
Kyoto
Crown Point
Ind
Smith B. Goneway
Parker
Mt. McKinley
Brooklyn
Foreign Banking Service
Dexter Horton National Bank
Cherry
Editor’s Mail
Pie
Pike St
Sth Ave
Town
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