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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1921
Page
13
Lieutenant-Governor Coyle pardons George T. Stagg the kidnapper of his own child after most of a year in prison. The mother, judge, and prosecutor support the mercy, arguing the ten year minimum for kidnapping is inappropriate for this case and Stagg has paid a sufficient penalty.
The piece notes Theodore Roosevelt's 1906 reflection on family life and civic duty as timely counsel. A University of Kansas professor urges Americans to take pride in heritage, while an odd Skagit county anecdote about a man proud of a wart on his left-hand finger adds local color.
The Star announces a new department Notes and Comment From the Old Home Town to share small town life and urges readers to subscribe to hometown papers during Subscribe for Your Home Paper Week from Nov 7 to Nov 12. It stresses the town’s progress hinges on strong newspapers and broad citizen support.
A vintage advertisement promotes a cough remedy made from 24 percent Pinex mixed with a pint of plain sugar syrup or substitutes like molasses honey or corn syrup. It claims quick relief, soothing throat membranes and loosening phlegm, with a money back guarantee from The Pinex Co.
Government data show repeated strikes and lockouts with averages of about 3000 strikes and 100 lockouts annually. Over a three year span, 1456 strikes were won by employees in disputes examined by officials.
Ancient Egyptians used a seven-stick pat and take game with a mat on the other side. A tall dice box shook until a stick dropped out. Reisner of Harvard brought examples from tombs. The Chinese long used similar devices. Questions arise about ancient travel and civilization.
The Star prints a letter from M r F Wemks chairman of the Industrial Bureau arguing landowners have not deterred industry in Seattle. He asserts Seattle offers low prices, rail links, and urges reporter to verify facts with Mrs P E M and calls for further information at the listed telephone.
A letter signed The Ringmaster argues bankers control industry through credit and money. It contends money as private property harms employment, criticizes public bodies for failing to solve unemployment, and warns that restricting credit harms the economy.
The Announcer argues money is not wealth but a bridge for transferring credits among people not a commodity or capital. He warns against financiers setting tolls or moving bridges abroad to harvest profits and trigger unemployment, urging scrutiny by august committees.
The writer attacks the Hamiltonian era and incoming administration promising reform. He argues for democratic governance over oligarchy and urges a nationwide strike against high salaries, criticizing Mr Smythe and others earning large sums.
A warning stresses buying aspirin only with Bayer on the package or tablets to ensure genuine and safe use prescribed for twenty one years. The notice lists common pains and recommends Bayer tablets sold in 12 count tins and 24 or 100 bottle sizes.
A spirited critique questions high federal salaries and wage inequality. It urges union members to reform their ranks and asks why big pay scales persist while many workers earn far less ranging from 1200 to 25000 dollars annually. The author calls for democratization and moral action.
Dr Barton urges cities to treat travelers well to boost impressions and economic value. A pleasant tourist experience fuels good morals and long term business, turning visitors into future residents and repeat customers.
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