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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1921
Page
11
A reflective piece argues Roscoe Arbuckle’s public scandal reveals possessions and status do not guarantee happiness. It portrays a once celebrated Fatty lamenting life’s drab monotony and concludes true joy comes from within, not wealth, jail status, or external approval.
The excerpt notes how Ellensburg’s Main Street attracts discussion as readers across classes sample a local book. It cites library popularity and civic chatter, comparing reading trends and curiosities with aviation forecasts and broader tech hopes.
A diving act featuring a young performer drew attention at a seaside venue. Spectators watched as the girl performed graceful spins and entry dives, earning applause for her skill and poise during the afternoon performance.
A Tacoma Times editorial attacks the fee system at the University of Washington, arguing state funding should cover all university expenses to ensure equal access. It contends fees burden working students and threaten free public education, urging opposition to campus fee policies. The piece condemns economic elites and calls for universal state support of higher education.
A Seattle reader defends local manners in response to a previous critique. The signer Avridge Mann asserts Washington residents are refined in meals and street conduct, noting elbow positions at table, hats for ladies, friendly greetings, and giving women priority on trolleys. The letter ends with a broader claim that hearts matter more than polish.
A satirical poem by WM. Db. Totten escalates against Bolshevik profiteers who raid meat and coal and target watchmen. The verses portray two rogues as hypocrites who steal from others and mock authority while common folk observe their mirrored deceit.
A fragmented verse fragment describes seeing wisdom in a baby's eyes and a weary couple from years past and to come. The narrator notes a winsome patr at mating age and an old man’s eye revealing long-lived wisdom. Written by Helen Teasdale.
An introspective verse from Agnes M Duper of Bunnysidea Waab expresses faith in eventual gifts of love and friendship. The voice waits serenely for time and infinite care to bring personal peace, joy, and knowledge as life tests and forms the gate.
In a reflective piece tied to National Fire Prevention Day the author recalls a forest fire near St John New Brunswick and notes the ironic fire placard on an unscathed telegraph pole. He argues most fires stem from carelessness and stresses warnings can still prompt greater caution.
Pack of Diamond Dyen promises simple directions so any woman can dye or tint faded skirts dresses wallets and more. It claims to be the perfect home dye no experience needed and asks readers to tell their druggist the material type to dye.
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