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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1908
Page
4
An opinion warns that aggressive city regrading and beautification projects threaten financial stability as homeowners face rising assessments and debt. The piece argues unlimited spending shifts the economy, harms small property owners, and risks confiscation of property, urging an end to reckless progress.
The Humboldt ran aground in fog on remote rocks but no one was harmed as wireless operators in Seattle and Victoria relayed the situation instantly. The piece contrasts modern rapid communication with earlier delays, noting calmer shores for relatives and a swift, clear status update. It reflects on shared relief and the progress of communication tech amid social anecdotes.
Practical savers advise dulling caster oil to avoid stomach pains and using ammonia to lift floor grease. Starch pulls scorch marks from fabrics, and wrapping a butter roll in a napkin preserves it without ice. Odorous foods stay fresh in a tea box and airtight jars, while stocking jars with fruit prevents spoilage.
New York dated Sept 30 Anna Trainor 412 EB Thirty Fourth writes to Mr Stork in Central Park asking for a baby for Christmas. She mails the letter hoping for a baby by Dec 26 inspired by a friend Hazel Carney who already heard back from Stork about a Christmas delivery.
In a Kansas City Journal piece a judge hears a defendant refuse jury duty citing conscience. The discussion notes one affinity invoking a duty and references a symbolic animal emblem as a party symbol.
A humorous dialogue about society and class asks what it means to be cultivated. Characters debate who belongs to society, who can afford it, and what happens if one goes broke. The scene shifts to a boy named Edwin who is given a cookie and warned not to threaten Mrs. Dingbat's son.
A collage of verses and prose snippets from a turning page includes quotes about labor manners fashion dancing and a lullaby like rain. It juxtaposes two voices on work romance and everyday life with mentions of Roosevelt the Mayflower and Luna Park Natatorium and ends with a note on swimming lessons.
An item describes a crepe de chine gown in lavender with morning glory tones. It notes fitted plain noses, white net inner yoke latticed with corn color satin, wide Chantilly lace on mitten sleeves and drapery, soutache on shoulders and skirt.
Navy yard officials report a new flag is issued for navy use by Washington to warn other craft about submarine routes. Submarines remain active and must navigate carefully to avoid colliding with submerged vessels under orders from the department.
United States learned from China that Prince Yu Ling and Liang Tun Yen are chosen to receive the American battleship fleet at Amoy next November on behalf of the government. Yu Ling is a high imperial family member and outranks Prince Pu Lang, the previous selection.
October is expected to bring fur toque movement and silk dominated gowns. One piece jumpers and fancy waists remain stylish while circular skirts, voile and taffeta dresses, and cretonne jackets set the tone. Aigrettes plumes drive millinery costs as empire coats and decorative fabrics trend. Lena Park Natatorium offers heated water.
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