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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1908
Page
4
A humorous dialogue in which Josh Wise muses on life’s merry go round and frost delaying vegetables while strategizing on rag weed. A bank clerks holiday plans provoke a laughter filled misread ledgers and a town physician narrator discusses family and social standing amid a gentle banter.
An editorial reviews how a single primary eliminated the county ring, elevating voters over bosses. It credits the primary with breaking the old convention system, exposing corruption, and restoring emphasis on ability and experience over money in Washington state politics.
A Pennsylvania youth turning to dime novels becomes a holdup man, illustrating how reading shapes character. The piece argues novels mold ideals and morals, warning that elevating bad heroes warps youth and heightens social decay, with women and adults also affected by trashy romance.
A short essay argues grace comes from simple dress and steady health. It prescribes erect posture and lightness, then teaches a few exercises to restore ease and balance, emphasizing effortless motion and minimal effort. It also suggests relaxing the body and avoiding tension.
Four AXMINSTER rug patterns offered in 9x12 size at a special price of 7.85. Limited quantities, item highlights include color and pattern variety for home decor.
Inlaid linoleum is offered in five patterns at one dollar per square yard. Printed linoleum features four patterns at thirty five cents per square yard with an added ten cent per square yard charge if installation is required.
A little girl’s play dress is described in white pereale with large blue disks, edged with scalloped braid, lawn front and sleeves, and a blue silk wash with a large bow for a personalized touch.
Practical tips cover stain removal and cleaning tricks. Cold water prevents berry stains on fingers while drying. brushing corn silks from ear. sharpen scissors by cutting a bottle neck. tape on shoe heel prevents blisters. three swallows of water for hiccups. salt on soot for easy sweep. gasoline for tub cleaning. baking soda for jar tops. absorbent cotton in gloves soaks moisture. tomato rub removes fruit stains. celery relieves onion odor. white of eye helps burn relief. paper worn to prevent car sickness. talcum powder absorbs oil on cloth.
The passage argues religion defends truth by finding new truth and warns against measuring past regrets as future resolve. It suggests vigilance against self righteousness and notes that progress comes from taking small steps rather than grand plans for next year. It emphasizes daily progress over long term vows.
A jumble of anecdotes recalls John D. Rockefeller donating a dollar to aid a mortgage, a man paying 4.78 in a justice court for a hug, and scattered quips about gardens and fabrics. The Bohemian style miscellany features a magistrate warning against interruptions and colorful street observations.
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