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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1920
Page
11
A historical passage extolls the phrase the laborer is worthy of his hire. It frames labor as a fundamental, universal principle tied to creation, Eden, and mankind's common law. It contrasts toil as both curse and blessing guiding mankind toward a just wage.
A reader denounces Japanese imports and criticizes Seattle Chamber of Commerce officials for praising white farmers while sidelining Japanese workers. The letter argues manhood, dignity, and fair wages matter beyond mere dollars, urging respect for labor and humane compensation as essential.
A humorous contrast frames a firefly boasting its light and critiquing the moon sun and stars. The piece blends Edmund Vance Cooke verse with a boys’ life style joke about a fast car the heat of a city street and pedestrians.
The Post-Intelligencer previously labeled Senator Wesley Lusitania Jones a Judas for defending Kaiser ties. Now the paper calls them aligned for political reasons, sparking questions about who the true Judas is in this wartime style feud.
A brisk defense of suffrage leader Mrs O H P Belmont who, ill in bed, urges a united women’s party to rally voters. The piece mocks male parties and notes 26 million voting women and 29 million voting men while urging women to lead a strong third party effort.
A banker warns investors to beware wildcat promoters as billions have been sunk in new ventures since the war. Roger Babson notes risk in high salaries and yields while advising safe investments with modest profits. An oil stock tip tells widows to risk only money they can lose.
The article notes Harry Lauder as a top comedian whose remarks aim to provoke laughter. He quips that crusta should be eaten rather than discarded, claiming they are as strengthening as beef.
The article argues radium is a remedy not a cure for cancer, noting its rays burn flesh and healing is slow. It cautions effectiveness depends on tumor specifics and patient, cites public fear and psychiatric questions, and mocks sensational cures in contrast to cautious expert opinion.
Poem extolls workers whose sweat and skill combine to meet needs. It celebrates unity of head and hand and the harmony of brawn and brain thriving together. The verse envisions respect for labor and collective strength.
Samuel Gompers writes in The Star Today on Labor Day 1920 urging workers to unite against anti labor forces and back those who support labor. He warns profiteers and politicians threaten rights and calls for lasting strength and solidarity through a decisive political effort.
A nostalgic portrait of Lou T. Stone of the Winsted Citizen who sparked local laughter with quirky yarns about animals and odd events. The piece celebrates Winsted’s founding and riffs on changing dance fashions from barn dances to modern steps.
Doctor Crane foresees a peaceful, progressive world twenty years ahead. Europe regains strength with Germany and Ireland settling political tensions. Asia's democracies flourish. Mexico, the Philippines gain status. the U S A sees a mature generation, alcohol-free, with war ended and public welfare boosted. Women gain full enfranchisement. labor and industry advance.
The eight square mile principality of Monaco houses about 23 000 residents. A separate economic note states Germany holds 38 times as much money in notes as its gold reserve represents.
A columnist derides extravagant anti aging schemes promising 10 to 20 extra years via monkey gland treatments and scalpels. The piece mocks a Portland surgeon claiming successful operations on 30 patients and cautions about overpopulation and societal desires for perpetual youth.
The largest club for business and professional women in the South is based in Birmingham Alabama.
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