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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1921
Page
11
A movement led by the Alki club seeks paving of the Alki area to improve a key Seattle recreation site. The effort argues the project benefits all residents and enhances a major city asset, despite the cost burden falling on four individuals.
A Northern Pacific trainman reported two men on a train trying to sell elk teeth with meat still attached. He said elk feed in the canyon south of town and warned that killing one would invite a stiff fine for bartering elk teeth. Elk slaughter concerns grow as teeth shipments from four or five years ago have increased.
A report shows 4,006 workers regained jobs on major rail systems including Pennsylvania New York Central and New Haven Connecticut. The item comments on wage questions and suggests Congressmen would owe the public if pay matched work done.
Dr. William E Barton recalls a childhood journey to fetch nails for his uncle and a life lesson on memory. He reflects that much forgetting is needless and that people can remember if they care, though he admits occasional lapses. The piece emphasizes personal responsibility and practical memory.
The speaker recalls regions from the West to the North and South, each leaving a fleeting impression. Yet a broader call arises tonight, as the gray road opens, and tomorrow the narrator plans to rise and follow wherever it beckons.
A letter to the editor in The Star cites the vital statistics column showing 69 births with 18 Japanese births. The writer warns that continued patronage of Japanese grocers and services will erode white buyers and white sellers in 50 years, labeling critics an anti Jap agitator.
A Star reader pleads for better streetcar management arguing Mercer line cars run too often for few passengers while other lines, including Kinnear and West Queen Anne, underutilized still carry riders. He notes several instances of cars with 3 to 7 passengers and questions why two Mercer cars operate amid underfilled rival lines.
A letter from L. M. Clarke denounces university students in Seattle for greased pig stunts described as sport. He argues such cruelty reflects poor morals and urges humane treatment of animals, linking kindness to animals with broader human rights and justice.
Pastor P. A. Klwin argues for the blood atonement in a dispute with Mr. Hawkins at Plymouth Congregational Church. He cites multiple New Testament verses to support redemption through Christ’s blood and warns against unworthy participation in communion.
A fragmented letter from Avridge Mann to Mra Het reflects fatigue from harsh criticism of his letters. He defends diverse tastes and urges disagreement without force, noting his declining health and limited clarity while hoping his reply offers some readable substance.
A Seattle reader argues that local indifference and high land prices deter industry. She cites past ventures failing due to chamber stance and site owners’ prices, urges reviving business by emulating Los Angeles for a larger Seattle.
A public reader praise note from native American residents expresses appreciation for The Star's editorials and the home newspaper format. The writer calls editorials bold and necessary and emphasizes the importance of the letters section alongside editorials.
A citizen defends the Ku Klux Klan amid calls for a congressional probe. He argues enemies include foreign foes and some domestic insiders, praises the Klan’s “clean at heart” stance, and notes newspapers’ exposes boost its popularity.
Community dance event titled Get Acquainted Night invites locals to Brights at 1604 4th Avenue Tuesday evening. Admission details not listed.
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