The Busy Little Fortune Teller Ticker Tale
A historical note describes a faster stock ticker, its origins with Dr. Laws and Thomas Edison, and the spread of tape tickers across markets. It contrasts the fast price feeds with human striving, warning against risky ventures while hinting at the dramatic fortunes and crises tied to market moves.
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New York Stock Exchange
S. Law
New York
Preacher Laws
Thomas
A. Edison
Ing
Stock dividends explode from Standard Oil chains
The piece recounts Standard Oil subsidiaries issuing large stock dividends totaling about 750 million dollars. California pays 100 million, New York 150 million, and another balance grants extra shares to stockholders. It notes tax avoidance aims and mentions a court ruling that dividends are non taxable. The tone critiques the practice amid broader political and economic noise.
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Standard Oil
Standard of of
California
Standard Oil of
New York
Sam
Supreme Court
Sanity Commission Urged Over Road Plan
The Lynden Tribune notes a push by Governor Hart and the state highway commission to spend up to three hundred thousand dollars on a new paved road from Bellingham to Blaine. It argues the present road suffices for a decade or more and questions a bee line survey avoiding local landmarks. A sanity commission may block the project, while regional officials favor speed over local needs.
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Lynden Tribune
Hart
State Highway Commission
Bellingham
Blaine
Sedro- Woolley
Steilacoom
Custer
Sanity Commission
Wheat price stabilization fund proposed at one hundred million
Arthur, a Chicago board of trade broker, advocates a government fund of 100 million dollars to buy grain sur pluses at seasonable times to stabilize prices between 1.25 and 1.50 per bushel. Roberts supports the plan as powerful enough to steady markets.
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Arthur
Commission
Chicago Board of Trade
Roberts
New Valentino Style Pants Stir Public Interest
The piece praises a new men's pant style inspired by Rudolph Valentino with laced up, flare bottoms and wide silk sash. It argues wearers display pioneer spirit and caution against pessimists who claim the race is soft. It notes auto shows and the lack of pedestrian attention while culinary routines serve as alarms.
Deport Law-Breaking Orientals
A Letter to the Editor denounces arresting Japanese and Chinese individuals for liquor or narcotic offenses. The writer urges deportation as a defense for white Americans, claims citizens pay taxes for immigrant education, and warns of birthrate concerns, praising The Star for anti Jap sentiment.
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the Star
Star
No More War Urges From Belgian Gifted Editor
A Star column by Mrs. FP Congdon urges readers to oppose war, arguing governments start conflicts while citizens bear the costs. She recalls Belgian suffering, laments taxes and hard times, and pleads that avoiding war is a noble act for the people.
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The
Star
Monorre
Laurels
FP. Congdon
Benora St
Ross School Furnace Fire Challenge Sparks Safety Debate
The writer recounts a Ross school furnace incident blamed on careless boiler operation. A smokestack and coal bin danger prompted calls for on-site fire duty, warning that delays or neglect could endanger students and staff. Peter Porsyth signs off cautions.
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the Star
Seattle
W.mcneal
Ross School
McNeal
Rantmyer
Santmyer
Ross
Peter Porsyth
Praise for Veterans Bureau and its treatment of disabled men
A disabled writer defends the Veterans' Bureau against criticisms in the Oct. 14 article. He asserts officers and staff treat people with courtesy, notes Congress sets the rules, and calls for fair compensation and vocational training. He urges direct contact with the bureau to remedy any injustices promptly.
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Veterans’ Bureau
Bureau
Vettrans’ Bureau
Congress
Secrets of Winners How to Achieve Success Through Effort
The article asserts that success comes from hard work planning and true dreaming. Winners push through drudgery, tackle grimy tasks boldly, grind until done, and endure longer with clearer thoughts. It contrasts them with those who blame misfortune.
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Times
Seattle Star
Deplorable Siances Urged Cooperation with Veterans Bureau
Letter from C447 787 MARRY A HANLEN urges society or individuals who encounter such deplorable siances to address the matter through cooperation with the Veterans Bureau rather than vituperation. The signer emphasizes constructive action and respectful engagement.
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Veterans’ Bureau
A. Hanlen
Humane view of hunting and cruelty raised by George Carty
A letter argues hunting can be humane and criticizes cruelty to birds. The writer asks JL M Clark to try hunting, noting wild birds are hard to see and comparing with barnyard fowl. He suggests Clark buy a shotgun, get a license, and use smokeless powder to better witness birds falling.
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Ealter the Star
JL. M. Clark
Mr. Clark
Markeman
Ororge Carty
East Side farmers oppose 30-10 plan over tax fears
The article argues that East Side farmers, taxpayers, and businessmen strongly oppose the 30-10 plan. It contends the measure is extravagant and likely to raise state taxes by 3.75 million while district taxes may not fall as promised. It notes Washington’s decade of economic stagnation and warns against any tax increases.
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Timent
Althe
Washington
Moth Marks May Be Dissolved by New Treatment
A noted skin specialist reports a method to remove moth marks by applying a substance that forms a soluble mercury compound in the skin. The treatment uses distillation of skin tissue to release metallic globules, altering the blemish and restoring a healthy complexion.
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Journal of the American Medical
College President Questions State Measure Cost Risk
Stephen B. L. Penrose of Wintman College warns that the state faces a $2,760,000 increase risk tied to a proposed measure. He questions whether such a burden should be undertaken at this economic juncture.
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Stephen B. L. Penrose
Wintman College
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Savings Department
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