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Newspaper
Wenatchee Daily World
Location
Wenatchee, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1910
Page
4
The piece discusses Champ Clark's stance on Congress appointing its own committees and revising tariff schedules, contrasting with party loyalty. It explains constitutional contingencies if no elector majority forms, detailing how the Senate might select a president or vice president if the House cannot elect.
Washington Star warns a strong third candidate in 1912 might carry several states and deny either major party a majority in the electoral college. If no majority, the House would decide, raising questions on how evenly split state delegations are handled and which party gains control without a clear winner.
Senator W L Jones writes Entiat residents urged postal restoration after mail reduced from daily to three times weekly Canvass shows 117 families 470 people affected and protest grows Local Commercial Club secretary Entiat contact reports residents vow to petition for restoration efforts support action by the Post Office Department once funding increases
A French village story tells of a rich farmer bribing an official to rig a draw for conscription. The widow's son, suspecting foul play, swallows a ball to force the other man to reveal his color. The last ball drawn proves the farmer's son will serve.
The Chicago News recounts 17th century efforts by Roger L Estrange to regulate and curb the press. It notes proposals to punish violators with visible marks and the stance that newspapers should be banned to keep rulers' actions from public scrutiny. L Estrange was knighted in 1685.
A playful tension arises when Rufus clashes with a strict teacher over proper speech. The pupil insists on his home taught form I is while the teacher demands correct grammar and two examples, highlighting youthful mischief and instruction.
A professor challenges the phrase as uncouth and false in a literary discussion, noting hens have no teeth while a composer argues the quip remains a vivid image. The exchange appears in a Chicago News feature.
Booking agency promises one of the best vaudeville acts as Harland and Rollinson from the Orpheum circuit bring a comedy musical turn to Wenatchee. Seattle press calls it a top hit. The duo, two men including a character actor, use novelty instruments and sharp jokes. Also tonight Wenatchee starts an improved film service with clearer reels and new features including the comedy Right in Front of Father and two dramatic features.
A feature film titled Mendels sohn's Spring Song screens at the Gem tonight and tomorrow night. The film centers on the great composer receiving inspiration for his work amid a musical setting.
The Spring Song is praised as a moving picture hit and very pathetic. A comedy at the Gem titled Rev John Wright from Missouri features competent actors. A Thanksgiving Surprise is another drama in pictures set for the season and promises special interest.
The Women of Woodcraft announce a public dance at Eagle Hall on Monday evening December 19. Good music will be provided.
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