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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1918
Page
9
German Language Crisis in Brussels Church Sparks Loyalist Action
In Brussels Illinois the German language sermons and prayers at St. Matthews Evangelical Lutheran church led 54 of 60 members to abandon the pastor. The reforming group hired an English speaking preacher and now worship in the village schoolhouse while urging action by the Illinois Council of Defense. Names of opponents include Kulp Goetze Kinder Nolte Krause Herrmann Wieneke Moerein.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brussels
Calhoun County
Lll
America
St. Matthews’ Evangelical
Illinois Council of Defense
Kulp
Goetze
Kinder
Nolte
Krause
Herrmann
Wieneke
Moerein
Philander P. Claxton
Ger
Darkness and Light Trade on Crime and Progress
A fragmented history of light versus darkness linking danger with poor illumination and progress with bright environments. It notes crime thrives in unlit spaces and emphasizes how proper lighting reduces accidents and supports modern industry.
Bonds as War Financing Offer Tax and Investment Insight
The article explains that Liberty Bonds fund war spendings and taxes, affecting every worker whether or not they own property. It argues bonds are a better investment than savings and enable government-backed collateral loans with favorable bank terms. It notes down payments of 10 percent and scheduled percentages to acquire bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Would I Sue If My Wife Donated My Tuxedo
A humorous casual reader piece weighs the idea of divorce over a donated tuxedo. It jokes about handling the situation with affection and domestic fixes rather than legal action, ending with a nod to sending the clothes to Belgian relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fountain of Wisdom
Heaven
Senate Delays Revenue Bill Amid Election Talk
The United States Senate signals it will craft its own revenue bill and may postpone action until after the November elections. The piece condemns the Senate as lax and notes a tense political climate as chaos looms over policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Senate
Senate
Pariah Christmas Dinner Noted in War Parable
A satirical collage critiques World War I era sentiment with quips about Batty Hill and Hindy claiming a future Christmas feast in Paris as prisoners of war. It includes jokes on matches, coal sales, barber shops, and assorted newspaper humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Batty Hill
Old Hindy
Paria
Crown Simp
Hindy
Old Days and New By Edmund Vance Cooke
A poem contrasts privateers of war with modern profiteers. It depicts a rakish privateer preying on merchantmen while nations once sponsored privateering, now entities profiteer by daily predation on friends. The piece notes continuity of act but change in sponsor and method.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmund Vance Cooke
N. KE. A
War pushes bachelors toward marriage in Berlin period
The Berlin Volksfreund notes food shortages and other wartime pressures drive many single men to marry. Advertisements for brides multiply as fashion and daily needs like clothing repair prompt men, even older ones, to seek a wife.
Miss Grey Advice Column Covers Car Ride Etiquette and Law
Readers seek guidance on offering rides to coworkers, sugar allotments, and annulling marriages. The column advises cautious courtesy for women, reports how to handle sugar-can canning permits, and outlines legal steps for annulment and divorce issues. It also answers questions about national anthem status and family guidance for teenage romance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mise Grey
Greek Americans defend loyalty amid foreigner taunts
A letter to The Star rebuts claims that foreigners show indifference to War Savings stamps. Frank Saroukos and C. L. Williams defend Greek Americans and other Europeans serving or eager to serve, argue against xenophobic rhetoric, and urge fair treatment by the city mayor.
Gas Hog Complaint Sparks Letter to Editor
A reader complains of rising gas bills after installing a meter. She notes a large bill despite reduced household needs including a son in France, and questions heat levels and company billing practices. She urges community input and asks the mayor for help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Ron
France
When is a man not a man asks mayor over curfew
The Star reports the mayor's stance that boys under 21 should be home after 9 p.m. while the federal government considers men ages 18 to 21 eligible for military service, prompting a debate over policy and rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
United States
Shipyard Worker Decries Rent Rises During War
An employee from a local shipyard complains rents have doubled in a year to 35 dollars monthly while wages remain low at 8.96 dollars per eight hours. He notes overtime cuts, ship delays from labor shortages, and accuses profiteers of War-time rent and price exploitation. He disputes a recent story about shipbuilders earning seven dollars daily, calling it inaccurate and urging wage and price controls or higher wages.
Whipping the Hun and Local Kaiser Critics
A letter from L. D. M. denounces profiteers in food, steel, meat, and aircraft industries as “kaisers” exploiting workers. He laments jailing workers while profits fund war production and urges government action against profiteers to aid soldiers and hungry families. The tone is patriotic and accusatory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
Letters From Soldiers Describe Overseas Life In France
Privy Clifford Hagerman of Battery D, 63d Artillery, writes Flora Wolfert about life overseas. He notes hot weather, cooling relief, and mule cart markets, observes hairless hogs, donkeys pulling vegetable carts, and oxen hauling goods. He mentions four Y M C A shows weekly and limited letters, signing off with affection.
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Flora Wolfert
22Nd Ave
Clifford Hagerman
63D Artillery
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