Wilsons stance on Mexico and land reform echoed against Tories
The piece argues President Wilson seeks the greatest good for Mexico’s 16 million people by ending absentee ownership and restoring land to occupants, comparing Mexican peons to Irish tenants and warning that domestic Tories resist land reform to protect ill gotten ranches and estates.
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Mexico
Wilson
England
Diaz
Ireland
Parnell
Redmond
Woodrow Wilson
Sarah Bernhardt and the Will That Defines a Life
The piece praises Sarah Bernhardt as a legendary actress whose indomitable will and determination empower her through hardship. It argues willpower, not sheer physical strength, shapes lasting achievement and notes Bernhardt’s example as a universal asset for aging women.
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Arah
Hardt
Bernhardt
Sarah Bernhardt
Sarah
Altho
East in New Jersey Gunfight Outshines West
In New Burlington New Jersey a masked gang of 12 held up the autd of Cran orting Rider. Mrs Smathers and the chauffeur were killed and Rider shot through the jaw as the gang fired volley after volley. The attackers fled after the failed robbery.
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Rsthers
Court in Politics and Hughes Defense of Danbury Hatters Case
The text argues that Hughes defense of his Danbury Hatters stance drags the Supreme Court into politics and undermines public faith. It warns appeals to politics could taint judicial objectivity and affect future rulings. It contrasts with Mexico's coinage value and notes Carranza's paper dollar worth 2 cents in gold.
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Danbury Hatters
Hughes
Sucourt
Supreme Court
Mexico
Carranza
Noisy mix of jokes, politics, and fairy tale snippets
A collage of satirical lines and quick anecdotes ranges from political knocking and reputations to modern fairy tale flirtation. It blends quips about campaigns, marriage chatter, hay prices for costumes, and humorous dialogue plus riddles and cartoons.
Seattle Mayor Gill Called Father of Citizens
Letter to the Editor questions Mayor Gill's claim to be the father of Seattle's people. The writer recalls a prior complaint about a voting blunder and notes no acknowledgment from the mayor. He urges the mayor to show more interest in residents.
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Star
Seattle
Gill
Chas
T. Hooper
Yesler
A Yankee Farmer Returns to Claim His Farm
The narrator recounts buying a farm from Milt Noble, moving in with horses and cows, and facing a lonely, hard start. He finds neighbor Hert Temple warm and helpful, meets Bert the host, and begins plans to develop the land while adjusting to rural life and the costs ahead.
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Milt
Milt Noble
Barna
Easstern
Hert Temple
Hert
Bert
California Syrup of Figs A Gentle Laxative for Children
Mothers can rest easy as the product gently clears clogged waste in hours, restoring a happy playful child. The ad targets cross feverish kids with coated tongues and stomach discomfort, promoting side effects free relief, directions on each bottle, and authenticity by the California Fig Syrup Company.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Darken Your Gray Hair With Q-Man Color Restorer
A drugstore ad touts Q-Man Hair Color Restorer as non dyeing and harmless. It claims hair and scalp become healthy and gray hair fades to an even dark shade, with improved texture and reduced dandruff. Sold for 50 cents at Bartell Drug Stores Seattle with parcel post options.
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Q-Man
Bartell Drug Stores
Seattle
Wash
Parcel Post
St. Jacobs Oil Back Pain Ad Claims Quick Relief
An advertisement touts St. Jacobs Oil as a safe remedy for lumbago and sciatica, promising instant relief after rubbing on the back. It claims long standing use, no skin burning, and asserts kidneys do not cause backache.
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St. Jacobs OM
Kidney Flush Salt Ad Claims Health Benefits From Meat Diet
An old advertisement promotes Jad Salts as a kidney flushing remedy. It targets meat eaters, arguing meat causes uric acid buildup and kidney sluggishness, and recommends four ounces of rad Saltese daily with lemon and grape acid this flushing supposedly cleans kidneys and purifies blood. Claims include relief from rheumatism headaches and bladder issues.
A Farmer Recruits Mike Finn For Potatoes Venture
The narrator and Bert visit Mike Finn who lives near the corner to hire him as farmer. Mike agrees to run the farm with his son Joe, starting tomorrow, growing real home rule potatoes. The talk shifts to finding a housekeeper as plans move ahead for the May start and Bert mentors the narrator.
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Mike Finn
Bert
Mike
John Upton
Noble's
Joe
Mr. Temple
Hard Cider Howard
Hiram
Sonny
Judge Root criticized but defended in letters to The Star
Letters to The Star debate a Washington judge's fitness with supporters saying his humanity merits reelection. Opponents call for equal scrutiny of all judges, citing past opinions by Parker Chadwick and French and urging voters to remember the 1909 recall context ahead of November 7.
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the Star
Judge Root
Supreme Court
Superior Court of
King County
Frater
Dykeman
Ronald
Root
Superior Court
State
Peterson
Parker
Union
Washington
Huntworth
Morris, Parker, Holcomb and Mount
French
Kiteap County
King County Superior Court
Charlotte F. Jones
Milo A Root Called Unfit for Judge by Reader
A Star reader declares Milo A Root unfit for the judgeship, stating familiarity with his character and asserting persistent unsuitability. Original tone reflects a letter style criticizing a candidate.
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the Star
Milo A. Root
Readers defend Judge Root in railway case column
A Star reader rebuts an opposing view, asserting three judges favored the corporation while four sided with the shipper in the judgment case. The letter contends Judge Root did not sell out, notes slight wording changes, and denies bribery claims amid pressure from corporate interests.
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Star
Corporation
Judge Root
Railway Corporation
Root
Great Northern Railway
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