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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1915
Page
4
The Star argues for the county to buy land and create a real farm to save taxpayers money and aid the indigent, sick, and poor. It condemns Georgetown’s poor farm as misnamed and unfit, urging Commissioners Knoudsen and Carriagan to pursue a genuine, well managed county farm.
Judge Anderson delivered severe but fair sentences as authorities closed the Terre Haute vote-rigging cases. Public sentiment rose with the convictions, aiming to deter future corruptors, while sympathy was offered to innocent families left behind.
Gilson Gardner reports President Wilson plans an upnaval program with submarines aeroplanes guns and explosives to be ready for a powerful congressional message. Experts recalled abroad prepare for new defense material while supporting a legal US shipbuilding policy. Italy's border army size is noted as a comparison with Austria. A $65,000 bid for a New York Stock Exchange seat is mentioned.
This advisory explains that meningitis is an inflammation of the brain membranes caused by germs, not a brain fever. It warns of high fatality rates, modes of transmission through nasal and throat discharges, and strict isolation, sanitation, and disinfection measures to prevent spread.
A vintage advertisement touts Danderine as the easy inexpensive way to “abundance, freshness, fluffiness” with dandruff removal and new hair growth within weeks. It claims all drug stores carry it and urges readers to try a small strand test for instant softness and shine.
A collage of humorous skits and captions features artist dialogue with a millionaire contractor about canvases, a front-line nurse quip, a classroom misdefinition, a London police scene, and rapid-fire gags on folly, vanity, and wartime banter in a breezy period publication.
English actress Marie Tempest recalls early days under Manuel Garcia and her rise from corsetless study to stage stardom. From Dorothy at the Prince of Wales to Daly's Theatre and landmark roles, she becomes a celebrated comic and dramatic actress seeking the challenge of Lady Macbeth.
A medical note explains kidney and bladder irritation from uric acid. It recommends four ounces of Jad Salts in water before breakfast for two to three days to neutralize urine acids and ease urinary troubles. The remedy is described as inexpensive harmless and widely used for urinary disorders.
Meamere J B Kennedy and tourist depart Colman Dock Beattie at 6 10 Sunday. Times listed 10 90 am 1 80 2 00 except Sunday 2 30 6 30 pm. Phone 2101. Price 50 cents round trip.
Mrs William Cummings Story of New York was reelected president general of the Daughters of American Revolution last night over Mrs George Thatcher Guernsey of Kansas. All Story candidates won after all day balloting with results announced in Washington on April 22.
A neutral concert featuring Miss Sofie Hammer lyric soprano and pianist Silvio Risegari drew an American German English and French program at Knights of Columbus hall on Wednesday night. The event was reported to be a success from multiple perspectives.
Fred Davis a blacksmith is held in the county jail on a blackmail charge. He allegedly demanded and obtained 50 dollars from G M Gares of Juanita under threat to arrest Gares and his wife for selling liquor without a license.
A joint meeting of the four Seattle councils of the Royal Arcanum initiated 26 candidates into the order on Wednesday night. An early morning fire at Dominick Rappo’s home, 125 12th Avenue, caused $300 damage to the dwelling and contents. cause unknown.
The Ryther home treasury increases by $500 after a downtown Saturday tag sale. Local organizers say proceeds support their charitable programs and community outreach efforts.
Robert E. Hahn aged 74, one of Seattle's earliest settlers, died Wednesday at his family home 2536 14th Ave S. He previously lived in a log cabin at the corner of First Avenue and Pike Street during Seattle's early days.
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