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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1920
Page
13
An analysis contrasts the courtesy shown after sports victories with political wins. It notes how athletes and boxers offer thanks and handshakes to rivals, while political victors often do not congratulate losers and may ignore post election reconciliation.
A short quotation from L Estrange notes that even a seemingly worthless creature can win leverage only through formal decisions. The line underscores the power of resolution in governance and debate.
A reader argues true religion is not represented by modern churches or their leaders and condemns religious extremists in politics. A woman voter asks The Star to publish the issue of direct elections and ballot access to voices beyond two major parties.
Two months ago Dyer could not carry a tune but now he works as a piano mover. The brief item notes a notable personal change and new job or skill.
Autumn draws a growing crowd of vacationers as the season shows its best scenery and harvest mood. Outdoor lovers seek the cream of October to enjoy color, milder weather, and farm-fresh deals before winter.
A psychology experiment in an army camp assigns the least intelligent men to horse duties. The chosen squad grows to love tending the horses, find routine under supervision preferable to other tasks, and the horses are well cared for. The conclusion notes work satisfaction hinges on fitting jobs to abilities and interests.
A laid off worker in a large tire plant faces wage pressure as a piece work offer arises. He reveals savings of 360 dollars and a six room home rent of 90 dollars, with the landlord cutting to 60. He vows to quit, return to a rural farm, and notes his land labor and capital allow wealth creation independent of factory work.
A reflective piece on choosing courage in the face of danger. It invokes Lowell and famous historical figures to illustrate that pursuing a larger life for humanity often requires risking comfort and bearing costs. It asks whether such sacrifice is worthwhile, noting Christ’s redemption as ultimate cost and value.
New York Mayor Hylan attempted to bar a reporter from municipal board meetings after critical coverage. Justice Fawcett of the supreme court overruled the mayor and defended press freedom, saying the press moves the world and should not be hampered in gathering news.
A collage of humorous vignettes and reflections on money debts old friends and city life. It touches on tax money streetcar loops bachelor life immigrant jokes and a famed medical show grafts with a chaotic stream of punchlines and references.
A man writes ten reasons why he will not commit suicide despite contemplating self harm. He frames life as a fight and a greater adventure than death, rejects cowardice, seeks purpose, and vows to endure. He emphasizes faith, endurance, and responsibility, aiming to persevere for tomorrow and deliverance from despair.
A reflective voice muses on workers across trades, strikes, and thrift versus high-earning professionals. He laments costly living, praises hands-on labor, and contrasts clerical careers with crafts. The piece closes noting a vast bed of rock salt in Russian Poland.
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