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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1919
Page
13
A nostalgic portrait of an old down-country attic as a healing retreat. It’s filled with seed corn, dried peppers, skins, trunks, and war relics, described as a personal museum and source of memory. The scene emphasizes simple, rustic comforts and generations of labor and peace.
The piece argues the questions on school clinics, after hours teacher time, telephones in schools, and teacher input on policy are simple and broadly supported. It highlights incumbent Walter Santmeyer and progressive reformer George H. Walker as worthy candidates with long records and public service.
The piece notes two New York sisters claim they received 867 proposals while highlighting Kansas sisters who brag about producing eggs fruit and canned goods on the farm. It also reports Chicago apartment house janitors striking for higher wages and better housing, with rent work‑out implications for tenants.
A political candidate campaigns on affordable pricing for common people, claiming a strong platform and national appeal. Supporters praise accessible costs while opponents argue for broader policy details and fiscal clarity.
A light column discusses the myth of dangerous night air and the value of open air living, noting sun worship beliefs and Arctic contrasts. It also answers reader questions on diabetes case counts by state and lumbago treatment, with home remedies and a note about the Public Health Service column.
Robert P. Oldham will preside at the main meeting at Levy's Orpheum theatre Third Ave and Madison St at noon today in the interest of George H Walker and Walter J Santmyer for the two school board positions to be filled at the election Tuesday Major Louis M Seagrave has been invited to preside Also notes on dry law talks and local civic chatter punctuate the column.
This compact timeline notes Euripides death in 406 B C at Barmistus, St Andrew crucified in 69 at Patrae, Edmund II assassinated in 1016, St Domingo evacuated in 1802, Mark Twain born 1835 and later death in 1910, Franklin battle in 1864 with Union victory, and Jefferson Davis death in 1889, highlighting varied milestones across eras.
An advertisement touts fresh cracked crab with mayonnaise dressing and warns of stomach distress from rich mayo. It promotes JOTO as the sole harmless remedy promising speedy relief within two minutes. Free samples available at Bartell Five Big Stores and Swift & Co.
Bruce Evans known as the Apostle of Pep begins revival meetings at Central Baptist Church in Palouse with sessions on Sunday morning and evening over two weeks. The campaign closes November 24 with strong praise from local leaders and officials, including the mayor and school superintendent.
A fragment notes a location at 913 2d Ave referencing Bholdt's French pastry shop in Uptown and downtown areas. The text is garbled but points to a business or address listing. No further details on hours or offerings are clear.
Wounded thrice in France Burton W Meacham 6222 Mayflower Street receives 80 monthly government compensation for his wounds He left Franklin High to return to war and plans to enter the university next quarter He also employs a tutor to complete his high school course and resumes studies after service.
Chester Post 190 mis voted on pledging support to the government in the fight against Reds. A week later after explanations members rescinded the vote and adopted a resolution of support. The error stemmed from fears of government use in local disorders and strike action.
A soldier settlement law aims to let ex service men become landowners or homeowners. It will be enacted during the upcoming congressional session beginning December 1.
The passage recalls former Congressman Lundeen of Minnesota facing hazing by American Legion men as he spoke against the League of Nations. He had opposed war and conscription, and after war’s declaration he refused to authorize raising an army.
Returned service men are blamed for a statewide dancing surge in Cleveland as 110 dance halls draw more than 10,000 weekly dancers. Enthusiasm from camps in France and the United States fuels what is described as the widest dancing craze in history, with big halls often turning patrons away on holiday nights.
Washington reports the post office department expects a growth slightly larger than the 4x3 percentage achieved last year while planning to cap further expansion.
The state committee of the Can Legion said Saturday and day that radicals push impressions against union and worker interests. A large portion of the Legion is made up of labor men, most of whom belong to labor unions, the committee declared.
American artists and writers in the Latin Quarter form a Legion Post chapter house. A cafe named Closerle des las on Montparnasse will serve as a meeting place for Americans who fought in the Great War and reside in Paris.
The Ex-Service Men's club at the University of Washington seeks to establish an American Legion post on campus to serve the large number of veterans returning to college. The club, with a membership of over, notes many want a post of their own on campus.
The Lisoyd T. Post will stage a dance on Tuesday December 2 at hall on First Ave W. Proceeds go to Grant Hodge F Centralia to aid post in their fight sedition and to families of ex service men.
Red Cross workers report a per package limit for shipments to soldiers overseas, citing specific weight restrictions and packaging guidelines to ensure safe delivery and compliance with transport rules.
The Forum proposes open, participatory gatherings after a chief address to let citizens air views. Advocates urge forums in factories, unions, churches, and colleges to reduce strikes, encourage dialogue, and protect free speech against suppression by authorities. Miss M ury at 26 Pemberton Square Boston is secretary of the National Council Open Forum.
Seattle Scots observed St Andrew's Day with a Friday banquet at the Army and Navy Club. Presiding officer William G. Dow oversaw the event. Haggis was served and bagpipers Ben McPhee and Alex Gray performed. Speakers included L. G. Pattulo W. J. MacDonald Frank M. Moulton Mrs Ernest Foster W. P. Cameron and Adam Jardine with musical selections.
Funeral services for F Z Van Dusen who died Friday at his home 126 13th avenue will be held at 4 p m Sunday in the Washington Cremator.
A Seattle resident long known as a printer and fisherman is remembered in a brief obituary fragment. The text notes his residence in Seattle and his past trades, reflecting a life tied to local work.
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