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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1917
Page
8
In wartime, measures would target Tampicos wells in Mexico with capacity up to 1,000,000 barrels daily. The wells are described as a principal source of fuel for Britain’s navy, equaling a large share of global output.
A promotional paragraph extols Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a longtime remedy benefiting many women. It urges readers to ask neighbors who have used it and share experiences, presenting a widespread anecdotal endorsement across communities.
The notice lists numerous residents offering land for gardening in Seattle, with free plowing and seed potatoes possible. Donors include W L Harmon, Mrs FE A Albers, Mra G Hammer, Mra A McNaughton, Mra C O Foster, Haines, Mrs Mays, Mr B E Axe, and others, detailing lot sizes and locations across multiple additions and blocks. Call 5900 and ask for Callaghan to arrange use of the land.
London April 3 Archdeacon Wakeford believes the present war is God’s punishment on a people doomed by luxury materialism and social iniquity. He contends an easy victory would have made England the rottenest nation in the world and says he is glad it did not win.
City doctors advocate Nuxated Iron as a stronger blood iron source to combat weakness and disease. They cite cases of renewed vitality at older ages and claim iron aids tissue formation, urging readers to test endurance and try the remedy if weak.
The Seattle Star surveyed residents on whether the city should return the $1000 given by Logan Billingsley to Dr Matthews which he passed to Sergt Putnam. Opinions varied on accountability and propriety of accepting funds by a city official.
Newspapers from the east to the south praise President Wilson's war message as a decisive and unifying appeal. The New York Sun hails it as the voice of the nation and credits it with restoring firmness and self-respect, easing previous indecision.
Duluth Minnesota voters hold another council ballot to decide if the city remains legally dry or returns to wet status. Officials had found the city dry by last year’s election, yet charter provisions kept it wet until July 1, and the issue was placed on the ballot again to confirm current status.
The remodeled grill room at Hotel New Cecilix charms guests with lavish floral decor and an appealing atmosphere at 1017 First Avenue. The orchestra enhances the experience, making dancing almost irresistible and sustaining the venue’s popularity for the week.
Maury Diggs and Drew Camnetti, convicted in San Francisco for Mann Act violation, depart for federal prison in Meoneelteland after the U S Supreme Court order. Rep Dill remains committee chairman on public lands and irrigation. Puget Sound Life Underwriters meet and banquet at the Washington Annex. Two boys injured when their skatemobile was struck by a track on California Ave near Hinds. Purcell and Hopkins to be extradited to face grand larceny charge for stolen auto. Translations in Seattle Asahi News heard in judge Alston's court. Kearney fined for dry law violation after offering drinks to dry squad members. Third shift planned for Lake Washington canal dock to ensure 24 hour operation. Emery Machine Works ordered to pay premiums to state ancient fund. Peter Sande body identified. burial planned at Mount Vernon. Suzzallo urges nonsectarian aims at U W religious development. Burglars steal L G Furback's gold watch. James A Wood reelected head of Chamber of Commerce. Eleven U W students face return delays for low grades. 21 probation. 92 conditions. Morgan reports two Fords stolen. one recovered by Kent marshal Francisco.
United Press reports from Buenos Aires that President Wilson’s war address drew interest but little enthusiasm. Local officials papers and politicians show a cold reception, fearing South American interests may suffer from U S policy, reflecting prior discounted stand.
Washington dispatch notes a tentative stance on Austria's role in the war. President Wilson signals that Austria must refrain from intervening in the US Germany conflict or face the same sanctions, delaying final decisions while keeping options open.
War Secretary Baker and the advisory committee of the council of national defense discussed a three year war plan. They proposed food control measures, universal service, and universal military service as immediate national projects. Samuel Gompers led the labor committee in presenting these priorities to the defense council.
Rheumatism crosses age and class and is worsened by cold damp weather. It stems from uric acid buildup and stressed kidneys. Start each morning for a week with four ounces of rad Salts dissolved in water to stimulate kidney action and purge impurities.
President Wilson and his cabinet confront financing World War I as Congress weighs a war resolution and a pay-as-you-go budget. The plan emphasizes taxation over borrowing to prevent inflation and spread sacrifice, targeting large incomes of the rich to fund the war.
Advertisement warns against harsh shampoos that contain alkali. It promotes refined coconut oil as a mild cleanser using one to two teaspoons mixed with water to form lather. Coconut oil cleanses scalp, removes dust and oil, and leaves hair soft, silky, fluffy, manageable.
Minority Leader Mann voiced relief over borrowing money and issuing bonds in a House debate. The note hints at autocrats falling, but Old King Coal remains silent.
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