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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1917
Page
4
An editorials argues America faces a critical choice as the nation nears the first world war. It frames liberty as the nation’s core duty and urges readiness to defend justice, honor, and ancestral spirit against aggression while rejecting passive peace.
A narrative describes a people facing a spreading Mad Dog that forces daily life to risk, prompting meetings and debate about action. Some insist on final measures while others resist, culminating in a dramatized clash between caution and confrontation as the dog worsens.
Wartime appeals call for wives and babies to support the effort with efficient work at home and no waste. A central council would coordinate all patriotic groups and ensure fair distribution of funds, avoiding scattered activities. The proposal follows a large Saturday demonstration and urges vigorous support.
A reflective piece contrasts boy and girl behavior from youth. It notes curiosities about household spaces and perceptions of wealth, with examples of frugality and temper, and hints at shared traits yet distinct social roles. It mentions sibling dynamics over resources like pie and clothing.
James Winton Shute awakens aboard the steamship Colonia bound for Naples with no memory of recent events. He discovers four envelopes with bills and a first class passage to Naples dated for October 7 and a missing gold baseball fob. A mysterious contract and five hundred dollars lie in his pocket as he seeks the captain to stop the voyage.
A reflective fragment recalls a guest left in confusion at an unnamed gathering. The speaker laments lack of welcome and uncertain fate, hearing shrieks and soda sounds as people vanish. The couplets question when or where they will meet their host again.
The document lists wartime regulations forbidding alien enemies from possessing weapons, signaling devices, or ciphered papers and outlines seizure, residence restrictions, and enforcement. Adjt. Gen. Maurice Thompson arrived in Seattle to find his infantry regiment mobilized in federal service.
A bold passer runner nicknamed Win Shute claims to be the second baseman of the Giant-killers and demands the Humbard Line captain stop a ship for a world series moment. The captain remains amused and noncommittal as the dramatic scene ends with a promise of continuation Monday.
The article lists causes of sleeplessness such as worry, poor bedroom air, and late dinners. It advises a calm mental state, consistent bedtimes, avoiding evening naps, light meals, proper ventilation, appropriate nightwear, and a firm, not too soft bed. It warns against wandering at night and taking drugs to induce sleep. Reading before bed is discouraged. if reading is done, keep a light on.
Lead a simple, well regulated life and have occasional physical examinations to detect earliest symptoms. This is especially important if you are over 40.
In a letter to The Star a 13 year old eighth grader laments national patriotism shortages. She asserts many ridicule the flag, notes ignorance of the national hymn, and urges Americans including officials to wake up and restore civic spirit.
The Seattle Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Club have voiced opposition to the chain letter method of raising money for charitable institutions, signaling a stand against such fund raising tactics.
Trenton government officials announce the first Boys Day in New Jersey. Gov. Edge promotes father son bonding to stabilize youths and renew fathers through mutual activity. He argues absence of regular contact harms both generations and breeds misunderstanding on key issues.
Robert S MacFarlane of Queen Anne high school has been named captain of Brown University’s Freshmen debate team, as word reached Seattle from friends. Mrs W D Carter heads the advisory board for the YWCA colored branch.
Peruna users from Castalia Ohio and Janesville Wisconsin report relief from stomach catarrh after using multiple bottles. Advertises a free booklet on how to cough well and offers Peruna tablets for those who object to liquids.
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