Blame Placed on Chamber Over Renick Law
The text argues the Chamber of Commerce pushed the Renick law to cripple municipal ownership. F R Singleton of the Chamber’s taxation bureau takes credit, saying the law targeted first class cities, while a conflicting state-finance law passed in the same session repels its aims. The piece labels the Chamber responsible for higher taxes on taxpayers.
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Chamber of Commerce
Renick
F. R. Singleton
Taxation Bureau
Chamber
Renick Law
American diplomacy options for Caribbean settlement debated
The author urges strong treaty moves to secure a U S role from the Panama Canal to the Windward Passage. It argues for new agreements recognizing the Monroe Doctrine, control of a Pacific naval base in Mexico, and Mole St Nicholas Haiti while shaping relations with Carranza and Puerto Rico statehood prospects.
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State Department
United States
Panama Canal
Uncle Sam
Carranza
Mexico
West Indies
Porto Rico
Congress
Caribbean
Salvador
Nicaragua
Honduras
Fonseca Bay
Haiti
Mole St. Nicholas
West
Peace won't lessen our war danger say Herbert Quick
The essay argues that talk of European peace ignores the domestic risk of war and warns against delaying military preparedness. It cites Germany's strength, submarine victory gains, and compares Britain and Russia to urge readiness while criticizing Senator Kern's stance on postponing defense measures.
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Europe
Germany
Japan
Russia
John W. Kern
Indiana
Senate
Arkansas
Kern
Great Britain
Humphreys Homeopathic Remedy Ad
A compact vintage druggist ad promotes Seventy seven homeopathic pellets from Humphreys Homeopathic Medicine Co New York. The copy emphasizes early use at cold onset and notes price of 1 96 and a pocket vial suitable for travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Humphreys’ Homeo Medicine Co
New York
W C T U Leaves Honor For Mrs Margaret Munns
State officers of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union will host a farewell reception for Mrs. Margaret Munns, former state corresponding secretary and now treasurer of the National WCTU, on Tuesday afternoon from 3 to 6 at 1932 Harvard Ave N. hosted by Mrs O G Whipple.
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Woman’s Christian Temperance Union
Margaret ©. Munns
National W. Co, T. U
O. G. Whipple
Harvard Ave. N
Seattle News Roundup Reflects Local Happenings and Rumors
A miscellany notes a construction accident at Seattle Construction and Dry Dock plant where Martin McFadden, 19, was struck by a hot rivet. It cites visits, political chatter, theft reports, a missing person misprint, and local business and shipping updates with various names and places from Olympia to Tacoma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin McFadden
Alaska St
May
Seattle
Why the U.S. Should Prepare for War
A 14 year old Agnes Johnson argues the United States must strengthen navy and army to deter foreign aggression. She cites global prep and warns of subs and weak defenses, urging readiness and noting mass untrained forces would fail in war. Several Circlettes list support or opposition to arming now.
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Jack
Circlettes
United States
Reifie
Harriet Baughman
Kenyon St
Edrie Fadden
Monroe
Dellar Martin
North Yakima
Alice Muchlinaki
Enumclaw
Clara Barstow
10Th Ave
Hester Eastman
Minor Ave
Verda Morrow
Seven year old shows scout bravery in fear of surgery
Columbus Indiana boy Robert Taylor Jr. cut knee deeply and endured sewing without crying. A surgeon noted his calm reply that he aims to be a Boy Scout, teaching values of bravery and self discipline. A contest next week invites 100 word essays on women's suffrage with prizes for and against feasibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rober Taylor, Jr
Columbus
Ind
Robert
Calls for stronger US navy and Pacific defense
The letter argues the United States is poorly defended and misuses neutrality in war time. It urges a larger navy, especially in the Pacific, to deter Japan and safeguard American islands, citing Washington’s peace through preparation philosophy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Washington
Pacific Ocean
Japan
Zemo Heals Itching Fast on Eczema and Rashes
Itching torture stops with Zemo a spreading liquid that cleanses and soothes the skin and heals quickly. A small amount at drugstores or $1 for extra large bottle provides instant relief without greasing or smarting the delicate skin. Get it today and save distress. Cleveland.
Next Week's Contest Suggested by a Girl on Suffrage
Thelma Hillard of 144 N 85th St proposes Uncle Jack host a contest on women's suffrage next week. Her letter explains interest in sociology topics and public affairs, inviting Circleites to participate and share ideas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thelma Hillard
85Th St
Uncle Jack
Jack
Regents Oppose New Auditorium on Fifth Ave
Three university regents Gaches Miller and Fechter gave notice Friday they will oppose acceptance of the new Arena on Fifth avenue, arguing it is not a permanent structure and thus violates the lease agreement with Metropolitan Building Co. The regents will only accept a temporary building with rental readjustments possible after 10 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arena
Fifth Ave
University
Metropolitan Building Co
Gaches, Miller and Fechter
Cascarets for Headache and Bowel Cleansing
Casual advertiser claims Cascarets ease headache and biliousness while cleansing the liver and bowels. The copy promises fresh breath, clear tongue, and sweet stomach after taking one or two tablets nightly and morning, with a 19 cent price and notes of suitability for children.
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Cascarets
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King and Pierce County
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Pocatello
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Agnes Johnson
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Harold Hendrickson
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Ruby MacDonald
Issaquah
Caryl Woods
Colby
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Alice Kidd
Midvale Ave
Anna Barstow
Thomas Stiles
Duwamish
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Kent
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Sultan
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