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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1915
Page
4
An advertisement touts a cosmetic remedy named othine double strength to remove freckles. It claims visible fading after nightly applications with a money back guarantee if freckles persist, urging customers to ask for the double strength product.
A historical notice extols spine and nerve care by Dr. C F Lathrop, claiming abnormal bodily functions stem from dislocated bones and nerves. It promises bracing methods, invigorating effects for the weak, and special care for birth, with free consultations and office hours listed at 214-15 Bank Building.
Rheumatism blamed on excess uric acid from meat and foods. Advice includes drying feet, staying warm, drinking water, and limiting meat. Jad Salts recommended to stimulate kidneys and flush uric acid, described as inexpensive and harmless.
A historical note recounts the U S s Essex under Captain David Porter in 1812 roaming from the Delaware to Port Praya and around Cape Horn into the Pacific. The ship captured 14 prizes and amassed riches while outfitting a squadron, then fell to a superior British force at Valparaiso in 1814.
Maxine Evans, key witness in Felix Crane's second trial, swore she paid Crane for the privilege to work at Crane’s Klondike hotel and elsewhere. She said she would do anything to save Frank Lewis from the Mann white slave act conviction, and recounted her past and drug use.
The Y M C A employment and advisory bureau reports 121 requests for help in the first quarter of 1915 and 105 positions filled. In March the bureau received 35 calls and filled 32 to help members in good standing. Salaries range from 25 dollars a month for apprentices to 250 dollars for experienced men.
Look at the tongue for signs of sickness and use California Syrup of Figs to gently move constipation. The laxative is advertised as safe for babies and all ages with a pleasant taste and clear bottle directions.
Springfield workers back on the job as arbitration talks proceed after a strike. The piece notes the stalled dispute and ongoing negotiations with management.
Plans advance to convert the roofs of the Stuart Henry and White buildings into a large summer dancing floor for guests. J F Douglas of the Metropolitan Building Company proposes a permanent pavilion on the vacant site opposite the Hippodrome if the first idea fails, with an estimated cost of about 50000 dollars. Nile Temple of Shriners will manage the project and police chief Lang names W C Ruckman Shriner chief of police to oversee council week in July with 200 nobles assisting.
Captains James Sayles of the U S lighthouse service and C B Lancaster of the Taku IL expect to gain 30000 by selling the wrecked Delhi beached in Sumner Strait after being adrift since February. The Delhi was found Feb 8 and towed ashore after the crew was removed. Pacific Coast Steamship Co refused Sayles’ salvage offer. the pair believe the ship’s present condition supports a 30000 sale.
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