Government to shrink bank notes size
A government plan aims to reduce the size of paper currency, signaling changes to the appearance and handling of U S bank notes. No details on timing or denominations are provided in the note.
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1912
Page
4
Exodus tale questioned by science and satire
A critic derides childhood ideals and biblical miracles while referencing Rockefeller, Pharaoh, and the Red Sea story. The piece cites Prof. Raphael Blanchard claiming Israelites crossed the Isthmus of Suez and mocks traditional tales with satirical comparisons to modern figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John D. Rockefeller
California
Israel
Canaan
Red Sea
Old Y Pharaoh
Mr. Bet
Bath
Raphael Blanchard
French Academy of Medicine
Suez
David
Soamey
Mrs. Lot
Darrowisms on law and labor power and property
A collection of Marcus Meville Darrow like aphorisms on laws courts property and the working class. It critiques how courts shape rights favors the rich and portrays labor as deprived and misused by political and legal systems.
Autumn Sunshine and Seattle Sparks in Brief Items
A collection of short notes highlights taft’s upcoming birthday at 53 and a mild September in Seattle. It mentions a creditable county fair and asks if the Turkey Italy war persists. Passenger agents convene in Seattle lamenting travel bargains and easy return fares.
Editor's Mail: Michigan Prison Affair Sparks Debate
A letter from a reader recalls a Michigan state prison incident and its lingering impact. The writer notes personal ties to the state and recalls a ditty about honesty as context for the controversy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
Heard on the Beach and Other Verses
A collage of brief exchanges and quips from coast to coast featuring seaside chatter about youths in bathing suits and a light hearted glimpse of foretelling romance. Includes a joke about weight training with a punch line of raising two hundred dollars and a travel vignette referencing a train stop in Indianapolis.
Willie as a Political Figure Declared by Proud Pa
A dialogue fragment shows Proud Pa advocating for Willie to pursue politics citing his size and strength as a iffy asset. Jones questions the idea while Mrs Knage recounts a strained marriage. Mr Knage laments punishment for ancestral sins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie
Jones
Fisherman Bet Sparks Mock Congressional Record Jibe
In a playful exchange, a farmer notes reading speeches printed in the Congressional Record. A senator asks if they benefited the farmer, who replies he won a $2 Zeb Perkina bet that it couldn't be done, while caddies joke about rounds and worm-filled speeches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmer
Congressional Record
Senator
Zeb Perkina
Retiring Actor Quips After Years on Stage
Two actors banter about a departure as one says he will retire due to fatigue from being hit. The other notes the sentiment and mentions his wife as a businesswoman who reportedly installed a time clock in the hall for his whereabouts at night.
Incoherent Debate Snippets From Washington Papers
Disjointed quotes from Washington publications show varied chatter on health advice and campaign habits. Remarks include a doctor advising fruit skin for nutrients and a candidate claiming the odds of victory by walking. A separate Star note quotes a baseball fan blaming his wife for mood swings after a win.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Herald
Beeleysport Weekly Skims Text with Simple Spelling
The Beeleysport Weekly notes a severe type shortage forcing the editor to use simplified spelling to keep the paper readable. No dates or organizations are given, but the message highlights print material scarcities affecting production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beeleysport Weekly
Brothers argue faith over coal trade in Kannee revival
In Kannee town two brothers run a coal business. The elder converts at a revival and urges his brother to join the church. The younger jokes that if he joins, who will weigh the coal. The two men contrast faith with business and mock their neighbors' subsidy hopes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kannee
Kanasa City
Armageddon Figure Speech Sparks Debate
An orator proclaims I stand at Armageddon while asking where Armageddon is. The exchange ends with the quip that not knowing the exact location makes the metaphor more fitting, reflecting a Washington Star tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amageddon
Washington Star
Real Selfishness and Society in Harper's Weekly
Bolivar questions Mugegine's manners after he amasses wealth. Slithers counters by mocking his courtesy, noting he would not give up his seat in a dentist's chair to a lady. The exchange satirizes social climbing and etiquette concerns in the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mugegine
Bolivar
Slithers
Harper's Weekly
The Newport Whirl Generates Stir at Newport
A fashionable incident at Newport features a lady wearing mismatched stockings drawing attention. A cheeky remark suggests a gentleman may follow with an odd footwear pairing, reflecting lighthearted social commentary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport
County girl seeks joining Circle and ship certificate
The letter from Magzie of Mabton Washington asks Uncle Jack to help a county girl, aged about 15, join Circle and receive a ship certificate. She notes she does not attend school and mentions a drawing for this week's issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yak
Jack
Circle
Magzie
Mabton
Wash
Contest Admission Note from Evelyn Gunnerson
Evelyn Gunnerson, age 11 in the sixth grade, requests to join the Circle Club after praising Lowell School as the best. She commits to answering this week’s contest and signs with her address 1111 EB John St.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Jack
Circle Club
Lowell School
Evelyn Gunnerson
EB. John St
Dear Uncle Jack I Wish For The Star Card
A 12 year old Edmonds Washington sixth grader writes to The Star asking for a newspaper membership card after reading on Saturdays and trying to beat family members to the paper. The letter expresses eagerness to receive the card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack
Circle
Oma Henson
Edmonds, Wash
Reading Request From Helen Kyle For Star Circle Card
A 10 year old student from CG bia school asks Uncle Jack for a Star Circle card. Helen Kyle writes from 3241 N and St expressing preference for the Star Circle over other clubs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack
Cgbia
Helen Kyle
N and
Odd Artwork Challenge Sparks Three-Eared Rabbit Image
A teacher tasked students with drawing a picture featuring three ears only, no more no less. One pupil produced a rabbit image adhering to the three ears rule, prompting others to attempt similar constraints with variations.
Dre test dream contest for Circle members prize revealed
A local article announces a "Dre test" contest for Circle members with a prize of a pound box of deli plates. Entries must reach The Star office by 3 pm next Friday, addressed to Uncle Jack. Mrs Wilson provides a sample letter describing a dream to share.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Uncle Jack
Mrs Wilson
Fanny
Marjorie Wilson
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