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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1914
Page
4
A historical critique argues that workers face perpetual wage struggle and industrial war while capitalism exploits them. The piece cites Karl Marx predicting current conflict, recalls socialist antiwar actions in Europe, and urges international socialist efforts to end bloodshed through peace conferences and workers’ unity.
A special committee of the King County Federation inspected Mother Ryther's Home and found no substantiated abuse. Miss M E Dunbar reported that over 15 years the home cared for about 2 000 children and 80 60 mothers with only four children going astray.
A reader asks if writing to a vanished admirer is wise after a year of no contact. The advice urges acceptance of reality, avoid pursuing the former flame, and focus on new futures rather than heartbreak.
Idah McGlone Gibson presents guidance for hat models focusing on posture, head carriage, and hair care. Expert Lucy Cotter stresses a slim figure, a graceful profile, and grooming of the throat and skin to avoid a poor overall look.
The public service commission approves Kitsap County Transportation Co. rate cut on Falcon and Suquamish steamers from 50 to 25 cents per round trip between Seattle and Liberty Bay. Liberty Bay expected to match, Kitsap may drop prices further.
German aviators battle Japanese flyers near Kiaochau fort as Japanese and British siege guns bombard the fortress. One Japanese aviator is reported killed according to Chinese official sources.
Ostend dispatch reports German forces facing internal tensions as Bavarian and Prussian regiments clash over suspicions of a mass escape attempt by French prisoners of war near Brussels. The narrative notes friction within the army with soldiers accused of conniving and potential mutiny among thousands of detainees.
The Pren. County Taxpayers' association began a challenge in the supreme court to require the state tax commission to tax railroads operating in Washington by the mileage they cover in each county.
Washington banks are named among 250 cash hoarders. Secretary McAdoo says banks carry funds far above needs with figures including First National Bellingham 87% Yakima National North Yakima 39% and Cup National Olympia 41%.
An order of the public service commission requires the local telephone company to return about 4000 to subscribers who posted 5 deposits each. No further deposits will be accepted, but first month’s rent may be collected in advance. Service cannot be discontinued until ten days after any rent false. About 160 state telephone companies may protest by October 27 in Seattle.
A judge hears a plea from Dorothy Herzman for Louis Hugo Smith, who had prior convictions and a recent corset shop burglary. The court upheld a five to fifteen year sentence at Walla Walla after findings of insanity for another case.
An article excerpt reports Dr Johnson praising mental education and vibratory instruction as paths to better health and lower mortality. He argues against reliance on surgeons and drugs, urging belief in the Master’s command and the power of mental healing, noting a recent marriage at the Whalings residence.
In a busy divorce court session Judge Tallman presided as multiple petitions reached verdicts. Daisy A Pople was awarded divorce with custody of a child, alimony of 60 dollars monthly and 500 dollars cash amid complaints of spousal neglect. A wave of other separations followed as 15 couples were granted divorces including Edith Holloway, Norine Gall, Anne Lott and Gustave Gildhaus among others.
The funeral for Elias M. Howard aged 86, noted Lewis county pioneer, was held in Kel so yesterday with friends and relatives in attendance.
Providence defeated Baltimore here Friday and clinched the International League pennant.
Margie consoles her ailing father as Mollie earns money for a nurse and Dick’s marriage brings stability. Dad accepts dying with faith and dignity, urging Margie to care for Mollie and her mother while contemplating the hereafter and the chance every life must take.
John Olaen of 51 Jackson Street appeals to police for aid in locating his six year old daughter. He accuses his divorced wife Mabel Sen of kidnapping the girl.
The twice weekly Collins fieldhouse dances switch to Saturday nights replacing Fridays to meet working residents demand. If popular after a month the park board may extend similar events to other fieldhouses with a full week municipal dance schedule in Seattle. Also reported North Yakima harness races saw Indian Hat win the 2:20 pace Mack Fitzsimmons take the 2:12 trot and Canapa win the 54 furlong event.
Seventy five Ballard residents gathered at Good Templars hall to form a county commission campaign club backing McKenzie and Christensen. Galen Wood elected president with J W Holton as vice president E E Watford secretary and J H Wiley treasurer. Regular meetings slated for Tuesdays at 1727 West 56th Street.
In San Francisco Sept 26 Jack Clunie an Australian newcomer gave Kid Exposito the sharpest beating of his career over four rounds but the referee awarded Exposito the decision. Red Watson and Dick Hyland boxed to a draw.
Cincinnati, Sept. 26. A meeting of the national commission is set for next Wednesday to outline plans for the world series. The series is scheduled to begin October 8 or 9.
The Northwestern Soccer league opens October 4 at Dugdale Park with Celtics facing Carbonado. Sunday Celtics meet Tacoma Nationals at Green Lake in a follow up matchup.
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