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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1921
Page
9
The Star denounces censorship of a behind closed doors arms limitation conference and pledges to publish full, uncensored news. It argues for a free press to inform the public about diplomatic dealmaking, claiming no wartime law bars truthful reporting.
An editorial argues the New York Call vs Barteston case tests free press rights and warns against judicial censorship of editorial opinions postwar. It contends courts should limit themselves to law, not punish papers for criticizing government policy, and laments broader dangers to civil liberty.
An essay argues readers should explore and learn the notable features of their own cities rather than rely on outsiders. It contrasts foreign cities and American venues such as Westminster Abbey and the Louvre with local treasures, urging pride in local landmarks and asking how well one knows one’s town.
A letter argues the elevated railway from south to Riverside is unsafe for any speed and could crash if it weakens further. The writer urges returning to surface tracks and warns of waste and delay if kept in limited service.
A letter from Arridge Mann editor defends film stars against harsh public criticism. It argues viewers crave on screen scandal yet demand personal restraint, urging reform of public taste and higher standards for actors while noting the press influences celebrity lives.
A letter argues that cutting daily hours for those already employed could create new jobs for the 6 million unemployed. The author, claiming AMERICAN heritage, says each two hour reduction would hire one extra worker, with wages adjusted as production resumes. He invites support for a shared labor plan.
A reader requests Averidge Mann to clarify the pronunciation of apocalypse focusing on the syllable poke and rhymes with tips. The letter mocks reliance on a book and library resources while urging self effort to learn proper pronunciation.
A coachlike admonition urges readers to study, learn through Webster’s, and apply effort. It stresses diligence and self help as path to knowledge, quoting the proverb God Helps Those Who Help Themselves and finishing with a respectful, emphatic warning.
A reader argues the Arbuckle scandal should not be rushed to judgment and questions the credibility of the complainant and the motives behind pursuing conviction. The letter defends Arbuckle, notes alcohol fueled behavior, and asks what proper treatment a man would expect in similar parties.
A San Francisco correspondent argues against prohibition, citing social drinking, bootlegging schemes, and enforcement failures. He notes Canadians and visitors mock law, contrasts English public education on drinking, and suggests funds should aid education and the university.
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