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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1910
Page
4
A former speaker pledges reform after admitting past excesses with Unclejoes and the Cannon cocktail. He recalls a previous session with ninety three arrangements consumed, denounces the drink, and aligns with Taft and others in promising restraint going forward.
The Spokane city council unanimously rejected an anti-picketing ordinance backed by big business, marking a labor victory in the Pacific coast struggle against organized capital. The column notes the broader West-wide clash continuing in cities like Seattle Tacoma Portland San Francisco and Los Angeles.
The piece notes excitement among followers of psychical research after the death of Prof. William James of Harvard. It recalls tests with Dr. Hodgson and James, each promising a posthumous message if possible, and the unreceived signal that would prove spirit communication. A New York man allegedly spoke with Hodgson through a medium, but the link to James remains doubtful.
A Seattle Star profile paints Joe Smith as a principled fighter for the public good rather than a moneyed newspaper man. The piece chronicles his background from Eastern Washington, wartime service, and reform work, noting his role in initiating direct legislation efforts and recall movements.
In a playful vignette Wilfred Butt inaky displays his lively mood as Mabel and Maud accompany him to the 200. He teases with a rattlesnake stunt that ends with a bite but is quickly treated and resolved. The piece closes with a light note and a conclusive end.
In a Seattle Star editorials page a letter urges using pork barrel funds to build a road to Alaska coal fields to supply navy needs. The writer compares farmer coal to a hired man’s coat, arguing patriotism requires direct action and better transport to the coalfields.
A jumble of quips and random facts shows personal fortunes, medical quibbles, and pithy aphorisms. Notable lines reference Bud's death, insurance gains, Patten’s wheat and cotton wealth, and global curiosities. A stray note hints at New York state valuation and Dreamland dances.
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