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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1913
Page
7
A fragmented, humorous collage from an Alaska correspondent and various notes cites seasonal phrases, fashion trends, public notices, and light social observations. It references diplomats, a Times coast edition, Panama Canal forecasts, Champ Clark’s quorum issue, and a parade of quick quips about cars, fashion, and street life.
Eye misalignment is caused by a stronger muscle turning the eye inward than outward. Temporary cases due to fatigue improve with rest. Rest and recuperation address these cases. Muscles balance themselves from differing strengths. Surgery cures these cases. medicine does not.
The Star urges Governor Lister to call a special legislative session to propose a recall clause for the judiciary in the state constitution. It warns of two years of potential delay until 1916 and argues impeachment may be insufficient to remove Judge Humphries. Anthony Comstock attacks a Chicago vice book, boosting its readership.
Amy Lowell, sister of Harvard's president, is seen smoking on a transatlantic ship and argues equal rights. The piece notes personal liberty debates, questions where lines lie, and then shifts to lighter items about a finger bowl ban and a Philadelphia woman suing over unwelcome proposals.
A disjointed dialogue describes Wilson allegedly causing disturbance and illness fears. Another speaker mentions exposure to smallpox and fear of death before a dock arrival. The scene ends with a sudden turn and an obituary style remark about a man in Chicago with teeth in his hip pocket.
In a playful exchange, Georgie Paw offers a dime to stop repeating a word while seeking a dictionary entry valued at fifty cents. The moment captures a local barter vibe and humorous street dialogue.
A reader born in the United States questions citizenship rules for navy personnel. He traces U.S. lineage to Civil War ancestors and served since 1901, yet a 1913 paymaster’s audit cites insufficient evidence of citizenship. He offers to prove his American status and critiques the bureaucratic process affecting service.
Letter from Mrs A J H laments money woes on a corner lot shack life. She questions taxes and bills, scarce food funds, and union dues while surviving on 1.50 a week. She mocks vanity and asks for relief amidst economic strain.
The remark argues that if Thaw can arrive free, then other luxuries should be untaxed. The speaker questions tax policy and hints at broader fiscal inequities affecting luxury goods.
A steamship arrival brings a titled dancer with a new likeable act, promising a surefire hit for audiences. The piece notes possible days off for President Wilson and Secretary Bryan, hinting at wider public interest in entertainment and current events.
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