Bond Offer Promises Bandages for Wounded Waves
A Liberty Bond promotion claims the $50 bond will fund two miles of bandages enough to cover 555 wounds. It presents a painless purchase as a support measure for wartime medical needs.
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1918
Page
13
What Is Not For the Common Good Is No Good at All
The Chicago address by R Goodwyn Rhett, president of the United States Chamber of Commerce, urges harmony between capital and labor and declares that what is not for the common good is for the good of business. He calls for trust in private initiation and leadership to avert industrial unrest amid war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Goodwyn Rhett
Chamber of Com
United States
Chicago
Rhett
America
A Woman’s War of Scorn in Oak Park during wartime
A harsh profile of Oak Park residents resisting wartime duties and social pressure. The piece denounces women who avoid housework and wartime activities, calling social ostracism a cruel consequence while praising those contributing to the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oak Park
Ilinois
Red Cross
Route to German Maps Stirred by Hale in Cambria
William Bayard Hale writes from Cambria about Hindenburg and Ludendorff at work over maps. He suggests a risky trip with a bomb. The remark appears in a New York publication and hints at potential action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hindenburg
Ludendorff
Cambria
William Bayard Hale
New York
Bill
Not Fooled All the Time in Berlin’s War Echo
An Arbeiter Zeitung commentary argues that despite Berlin’s celebrations for Germany’s wartime aims, the Entente powers and the United States resist German world domination. It notes Austria‑Hungary’s stance and praises a Vienna editor who speaks plainly at personal risk as Berlin celebrates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Picardy
Arbeiter Zeitung
Calais
Paris
France
Italy
America
England
Teutonic Autocracy
Austro-Hungary
United States
Germany
Vienna
Jesson
Ship of Stone May Revolutionize War
The article extols reinforced concrete ships like the Parth and the Faith built by the San Francisco Shipbuilding Co in San Francisco. It claims concrete hulls cut construction time from six months to 60 days and cost about 60 percent of steel, with buoyancy and strength exceeding early hopes. President Wilson reportedly shows enthusiasm for this rapid launch method, suggesting a future concrete armada to rush food and supplies to Europe and possibly bridge the Atlantic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ericcsen
Monitor
Parth
San Francisco
Uncle Bam
Hin ¢Obelligerenta
Germany
Europe
San Francisco Shipbuilding Company
Shipping Board
Wilson
Atlantic
America
Pertia
United States
Ericcson
Editor's Mail The Star Warns of Price Gouging War Rhetoric
A Ballard resident reports a wood price increase claimed to come from a government order. The editor disputes the claim, cites Fuel Administrator Whitcomb, and argues the public is misled by profiteering rhetoric. The letter condemns the supposed price rise as unjust and harmful to public morale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
Ballard
Mille
Stimson Mil Co
Whitcomb
LW. Wiem
How to Smuggle the Pup Into a Dog Barred Home
A humorous verse about a man wishing to bring a dog into a home where dogs are banned. He vows to use cunning and his son’s influence to keep the pet indoors, arguing dogs are a natural human companion and rights of a family. The speaker anticipates success despite opposition.
The Rent Question Afflicts City Workers
J. Remam, a shipyard mechanic, attacks high rents and landlord greed. He calls for government investigation of housing prices and criticizes business leaders for exploiting workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Faitor
the Star
J. Remam
Spirit of Puget Sound laborers clashes over Liberty Bonds
An American citizen laments low morale at the Puget Sound Navy Yard in Bremerton. He says workers earn wages yet refuse Red Cross help and buy Liberty Bonds, calling their spirit selfish and unpatriotic. He urges participation in supporting the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Puget Sound Navy Yard
Red Cross
Liberty Bonda
Liberty Bond Propaganda Prompt Sparks Reader Letter
A reader from Olalla Washington questions wartime Liberty loan tactics and cites a rumor that soldiers sell bonds at below value to recoup money. He argues a low wage earner cannot manage bonds and asks The Star toConsider alternatives while noting his own support for war savings stamps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty Loan
LIF
The
Star
J. H, Rock
Olalla
Wash
Scarlet Fever Germs and Transmission Basics
The article explains scarlet fever is caused by a highly viable germ that can persist for months or years if protected from air and light. It spreads via saliva droplets from the mouth and nose of an infected person, entering through the mouth or nose and can be shed from bedding toys clothing. Variability in severity ranges from mild to conspicuous rashes and strawberry tongue, with epidemics causing many mild cases in schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Citizens debate wartime policy and loyalty in letters
Readers voice concerns on defending the nation and supporting draftlike measures. An old soldier urges using alien workers to aid agriculture while shipyard workers defend government loyalty and condemn antiwar provocations.
Ulcer of the Stomach Symptoms Describe Digestive Pain
The text notes appetite loss, pain after meals, and sometimes internal bleeding as symptoms of stomach ulcers.
Citizens Encourage Patriotism in Time of Crisis
A Constant Reader praises patriotic citizens, urges not to label others as slackers, and commends efforts to support Government during the crisis. The note emphasizes collective duty and personal example to spur greater public service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crisia
Seattle crowd snubs French sailors despite patriotic songs
The Star notes a parade by French sailors in Seattle received little applause, urging Americans to welcome allied forces as in England and France. It mentions a Steubenville dealer with a 3,300 elk teeth coat valued at $10,000, made by a Manitoba Indian using sinew sewn and weighing 28 pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
Seattle
France
Armas
England
Steubenville
Manitoba
Canada
Kaiser Till and the wartime tirade in Paria parody
A wartime verse page features Kaiser Till mocked as "the last and the worst" with anti-German lines and threats. The spoof letter column includes "Walk to Work" club suggestion and a jab at streetcar companies, ending with a note from the Association of Shoe Repairers endorsing the proposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaiser Wilhelm
Paria
J. Kelly, JR
Washington
Mr. Starshell
Organissm
Iny
EB. E
Instant relief for corns with Freezone remedy
A circulated ad touts Freezone as a cheap cure for corns. It promises instant relief by applying drops to the corn and claims the corn loosens and can be lifted out without pain. The compound is described as ether based and sold at drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Editor thanks for stance against mob violence
A public note praises standing against mob violence and condemns distractions caused by narrow minded agitators. The writer urges upholding the Stars and Stripes as a symbol of life’s worth and calls for protection of children and humanity.
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