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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 12, 1917

Page

6

How Uncle Sam Could Arm a Million Men in France

Washington April 12 Basil Manly outlines U S war production capacity showing government arsenals factories and navy yards with yearly outputs for rifles pistols cartridges artillery ammunition cavalry and infantry equipment plus future armor plate and powder plants to supply a million soldiers in France and the need for private help.

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Two More Days in Essay Contest on the Deadliest Sin

A Star contest offer invites readers to name the seventh sin in a photo drama series starring Eve Laelie Eve, with prizes of 50 25 15 5 5 for top essays up to 250 words. Submissions to Contest Editor by 5 p m Saturday April 14.

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Jad Salts Promoted for Kidney Comfort and Cleansing

An advertisement touts Jad Salts as a preventive and remedy for kidney and bladder issues. It claims the preparation flushes clogged kidneys, neutralizes urine acids, and supports normal kidney activity with a daily morning dose. The ad cites a local druggist selling Rad Salts to people seeking relief from kidney trouble.

Headaches Prompt Readers to Try A K Tablets

The ad urges sufferers of frequent headaches to seek permanent relief by taking anti kamera tablets. It claims many head pains lack a known cause and that doctors offer only temporary relief, promoting the product as a solution available at druggists in varying sizes and prices.

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A-K Tablets Claim Quick Relief for Headaches

An advertisement states that two A-K Tablets taken at onset can ward off headaches and one tablet every two hours during an attack brings rest and comfort. The wording suggests rapid relief and bans on continued suffering.

Two Hundred Washington Iron Works Workers Strike

About 200 workers at the Washington Iron Works in Seattle walk out Thursday to enforce a closed shop. Company official Francia G. Frink says the strike was called without warning and operations run with non union labor at half capacity. Central Labor Council secretary James A. Duncan says the strike followed a disagreement after President Gerald Frink altered his stance on meeting union officials.

Washington Iron Works Seattle Francia G. Frink James A. Duncan Central Labor Council Gerald Frink Duncan Frink

Enlistment Spots For US Armed Forces Listed Citywide

Officials publish locations to talk with recruiters for US Army Navy Marine Corps and Coast Artillery services. Information covers open hours age limits and recruitment sites at several downtown buildings including the American Bank Pioneer and State Armory with auxiliary and Field Company A recruiting details.

Conet Artillery Signal Corps State Armory Western Ave Virginia St Coast Artillery Service Third Ave Madison St

The Blind Man's Eyes Starts in Monday's Star

A notice announces the serial fiction tale The Blind Man's Eyes beginning in Monday's Star. The item notes its appearance in the upcoming issue and invites readers to follow the narrative.

Letters He’s Lonesome Seek Advice For Meeting Partners

A reader asks how single men in evening schedules can meet nice girls despite Sunday only time off. The columnist suggests joining church, lodge, or YWCA clubs with affordable fees, noting members meet both sexes and can be introduced to potential partners. A second letter from two sisters asks about leaving home to help their father. advice: their departure unlikely to harm his happiness and may boost family harmony.

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Relieve Catarrhal Deafness with Parmint Mixture

A reader's home remedy suggests buying Parmint double strength from a druggist, mixing one ounce with a pint of hot water and four ounces of granulated sugar, then taking a tablespoon four times daily to ease head noises and nasal congestion. The note claims quick relief and low cost.

A Bridal Gift Exchange With Umbrella Theme

A wedding party game suggests tying gift bundles to an umbrella with colored ribbons to signal different weather meanings. Guests guess contents and weather signified. a tea service and table display allowed as gifts are arranged for speeches.

Tween a full blooded horse and thorebred

A terse exchange notes that the terms tween and full blooded horse are synonymous and interchangeable in meaning.

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