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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1917
Page
12
Dr Harvey W Wiley urges women to push for 9 percent milling standards to convert to 100 percent whole wheat bread amid wartime shortages. He says saving wheat is essential, predicting 81,500,000 bushels saved and that war bread is vital to Allied supply, not bullets.
In federal court Logan, Fred, and Ora Billingsley received prison and jail terms for bootlegging. Their counsel William Bell to argue Friday on bail during appeal to the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. Logan asked for a minimum sentence. U S Attorney Clay Allen urged lighter than recommended.
Danderine offered as a 25 cent bottle to stop hair falling and remove dandruff. The ad claims applying the solution to the scalp will halt shedding after a few uses and leave no dandruff behind.
An article explains that most stomach issues stem from excess stomach acid causing gas and heartburn. It recommends taking a teaspoonful of bisulfated magnesia in water after meals or when symptoms appear, and using ammonium magnesia to neutralize acidity.
British commissioners will present all war issues in talks with the United States led by Carl D. Groat. Topics include military and financial cooperation, diplomatic questions, ultimate peace terms, munitions, wheat supply, transport, blockade and aviation. The United States resists separate peace with Germany. Britain will boost its own munitions production and let American firms supply U.S. needs.
After a three mile chase, Traffic Policeman FE W Benjamin arrested William Behnke and R W Combs both 23 for stealing a car owned by W P Lockwood of 410 W Royal. The theft was spotted by Lewis Schwager of Schwager and Nettleton Inc who saw two men drive away in the car. Schwager joined the pursuit and picked up Officer Benjamin at Pike and Westlake, with the chase continuing to Fremont Bridge.
The Manufacturers' Record reports the total value of the South region's agricultural products and animal products at over 4.65 billion in 1916, only 8 percent below the national total for 1900.
Mrs Florence Wehn was found murdered at Twelfth Ave West Wheeler St, with police leaning toward a fiend as the killer. Detectives searched the Wehn home but found no leads while Mrs Wehn’s husband aided the investigation and an inquest was announced after a full police inquiry.
Edward Mayberry, described as a half breed Indian, was hanged at Fort George Wright by the U S marshal. He had been convicted in federal court of killing Alice Vivian on the Colville Indian reservation, with capital punishment invoked as the act occurred on Indian lands where federal law applies.
Friday marks the final day of the housekeepers conference at the university. Features include demonstrations on housekeeping by Miss Mary Rausch and Mildred Thornburg, a talk on teeth by Dr. W. P. Harding, home decoration by Mrs. Helen Brooks, and menus by Miss Rausch, with a final question box. At 3 o'clock attendees will tour the new Home Economics hall laboratories and classrooms. A Seattle merchant, A J Rhodes, urged removal of delivery costs from customers payable by all, favoring parceled deliveries paid by those who use them.
A local sale advertises fiber silk sweaters at striking prices. Customers are invited to visit the shop to view available sizes and colors with emphasis on value and quality during a limited time event at the store.
Practical models for motor ing golfing and outdoor pursuits at 9.95. One illustration shows a sailor collar tie girdle tassels deep cuffs and patch pockets. New colors and clever skirts paired with new blouses create fine spring costumes in taffeta gaberdine velours and sports novelties. All sizes. MacDougall-Southwick Second Floor.
In Judge Ronalds court yesterday Thomas Tracy's trial for constructive murder at the Verona shooting at Everett city dock last November faced new testimony. Deputy Fred Luke claimed former Sheriff McRae directed Beverly Park deputies who beat men there and used a hired car to reach the scene, while McRae testified he traveled in his own car. Luke also admitted participation in the Beverly Park affair where 41 men were allegedly beaten. he said there was no gauntlet and he had lost a sap prior to using it. The state suggested Luke acted from resentment toward McRae after political support fell short. Luke denied that claim, noting political squabbles during his deputy days.
The Young Men's Christian Association of Washington plans to raise 40000 as its share of a 3000000 national fundraising drive for army work. The plan was approved at yesterday afternoon's state executive committee meeting. A note mentions the play The Blind Man's Eyes with the line “Crooks wrecked the life of Eaton.”
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