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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1920
Page
3
A reminiscence recounts Seattle history through stories told to children. Peggy and David share opinions on legends while Grandm remembers the Great Chief Seattle and an 1854 encounter, including Seattle's arrival in a grand canoe and changes in local routines.
A narrative recounts a Seattle Chief blocking a busy storefront entry. A girl waits her turn, then pushes him aside. The Chief tumbles into sawdust as his braves react with surprised laughter in the crowd.
A classroom tale features Cutie Cotton under scrutiny as his ink stained writing draws attention from Nick the truancy officer. Students react with alarm claiming a measles outbreak causing a two day vacation while Scribble Scratch cancels class.
Unc Billy Possum learns from Ol Mistah Buzzard that keen eyes see trouble ahead. Buzzard teases Billy while watching from a dead tree roost as Billy contemplates bringing Mocker from his hiding place to the Green Meadows. Next story: Unc Billy Possum Thinks It Over.
A clipped ad piece discusses skin conditions like ringworm on the scalp and includes a quirky quote about convincing a wife on car ownership. It ends with an advertisement for Dr. Edwin J. Brown, Seattle’s leading dental office at 106 Columbia St, promising the best value and health safeguards.
A sharp quip notes riches do not guarantee intellect. The saying implies financial means do not reflect smart judgment or wisdom.
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