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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1917
Page
5
The piece cautions against war profiteering and urges a sacrifice driven war effort. It argues conscripting wealth through fair taxation rather than borrowing, notes copper producers offering to aid at 17 cents a pound, and warns that war prosperity will be limited with high prices and reduced living standards.
The fragment discusses scorched earth tactics in northern France during a retreat, condemns German destruction of farms and property, and contemplates French resolve for revenge and indemnity. It also includes a disparaging quip about Russians and political candidates with common names.
In the eve of a strike and after a pivotal court decision, railroad managers announce adherence to the Adamson law while asking the Interstate Commerce Commission for rate increases. They claim higher expenditures can be funded by the public, noting 1916 profits of about 30 cents per dollar of revenue and forecasting stronger future earnings. Corn reaches a Chicago high of $1.13, signaling economic tension as war pressures grow. The Kaiser declares a barred zone in the fog ocean, with Lake zones still unaddressed.
The Chicago set piece shows Barney Larkin's trouble and Tris Ford and Win Shute arranging a keeper to control him. Steadman, a left hander, is kept on to watch Barney, ensuring the Giants stay in the pennant race as the season closes.
Spring moving time is at hand and health this summer may depend on the chosen home. Prefer a detached one family house with lawn for sunlight and air, ensure good ventilation, cleanliness, and repairs, and favor wire fences to allow vines and light while avoiding dirt and rubbish.
The reply states no foods increase height at age 16. It notes a proper mixed diet promotes growth in general rather than increasing final height.
Hearing of demand for rattlesnakes in China, a South Dakota woman offers to supply between 90 and 109 snakes daily for use in medicines.
An advertisement promises instant relief from hernia discomfort with a trial appliance. It claims no salves or harness are needed and offers a free illustrated booklet and customer letters as proof. A coupon is provided to request the booklet by mail.
A Bethlehem resident Ames A Britton writes in praise of the Brooks Rupture Appliance. He says it is easy to wear, adapts to the body, and helped heal his rupture after six years of trouble. The letter extols the product’s comfort, durability, and the seller’s fair dealing.
A Confederate veteran in Commerce Georgia writes that he is now sound and able to plough after using a claimed appliance. He reports prior terrible illness and that the appliance effected a permanent cure, expressing gratitude and renewed health.
Mr Co Brooks Marshall Mieh and Isaac Sie report the appliance cured a boy after a year of use. The device reportedly relieved symptoms three months after starting and convinced the family to recommend it to friends. Patterson at 717 8S Main St Akron Ohio signs the letter with gratitude.
Effort advertised invites readers to mail in a free coupon to prove claims in a consumer trial. The notice urges immediate participation and provides no detailed terms beyond the coupon offer.
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