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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1914
Page
5
A political attack accusing Congressman Humphrey of mileage overpayments and using the U S post office free for campaign literature. It claims improper public funds use, a lack of a regular clerk, and urges voting for Austin Grifeniths, progressive.
The Star urges voters to judge candidates on merit, not party. It cautions against standpatters and party labels, urging support for nonpartisan elections and against tax-waste by the county gang. The editorial calls for careful comparison of all candidates and strong voters to elect the best men.
The piece lauds a long session, noting major gains including subsidy tariff repeal, the income tax, a democracy of credit, a vigilance commission to curb dishonest business practices, and steps toward publicly owned railroads in Alaska. It also credits the president for opposing aggression and highlights the scale of representative work and party continuity.
A collection of quips and dialogues features a court scene with a mismatched couple, a teacher punishing boys with name repetition, a landlady and boarder over a five dollar bill, and a food faddist touting soup and nut butter. The humor shifts from romance to everyday miscommunications. It ends with a conductor blocking a passenger’s chance to speak before a train departs.
In Berlin on October 26 the report notes German trenches are so elaborate that soldiers have installed mattresses and tables in their underground quarters, reflecting extended defensive deployments.
A historical note extols mild laxative remedies for constipation. It claims Dr Cald wells' Syrup Pepsin relieves without griping, suitable for children and the elderly, and offers a free trial bottle by mail from Dr W B Caldwell at Washington Monticello.
Seattle Red Cross chapter presents a concert at the Metropolitan on Wednesday night November 4 to aid relief. Top local performers include Mme. Hease Sprotte Theo Johnston Mr and Mrs Max Donner Charles Lombard and the Amphion Choral Society in a varied program expected to attract strong support.
The Figaro reports that once Allied forces reach Germany they will seize the Kaiser and Frau Krupp as hostages as soon as feasible.
A seller markets pint and quart paint cans with covering capacity and vivid colors. The catalog lists tools including a large-handle ice pick, three-tine wood-handle fork, Crown rat trap, bicycle pedals, and Glidden Endurance Wood Stain. Prices range from 2c to $1.00 with bulk discounts and a mailed price list.
Stationery and office supplies advertised by Morey Stationery Co located on First Ave near Columbia St. The brief retail entry notes store offerings and proximity to the street corner for shoppers.
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