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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1912
Page
6
An advertisement claims a safe easy weight loss method using Mola Prescription Tablets. It promises a pound daily loss without hard dieting or exercise, with a low 75 cent cost per bottle and health benefits, suggesting readers contact Heensens Marmota Company in Detroit for orders.
A bold editorial note complains that a recent image of Adolf Hitler does not present him in a favorable light. The caption mocks the photo for showing him in a calm mood while implying it still fuels aggression.
Jockey Harry Pigott, seriously injured in a California race, married Miss Hanna Horda the nurse who cared for him. The couple, of mixed heritage, wed in a courthouse with Rev. August Sandell officiating and planned a Spokane honeymoon before settling in Fort Bragg.
The food and household show attracts large audiences each night with packed Mammoth rink. Yesterday 50 entries were listed as Margaret Fitts was named prettiest lady of the day. Lucile Shirpsi Annie Bauer won prizes. Albert Wilkinson the fattest baby. Victor White ate more pie than others.
President Taft campaigns in Massachusetts aiming to hold renomination amid Roosevelt pressure. He predicts a pivotal Massachusetts primary next Tuesday and plans a major Boston arena speech to answer Roosevelt's charges about Senate support in Chicago.
Providence report notes ten delegates instructed for President Taft at the state convention in session. Cedar Rapids dispatch says Taft forces control the convention with delegates at large to be instructed for the president later today.
The Central Labor Council recognized the Amalgamated Association of Street and Electrical Railway Employees of America Local 687. S. J. Wallace leads the new union and W. E. Davidson was elected secretary.
An ad urges readers to consult their doctor about keeping Ayer's Cherry Pectoral at home for coughs and colds. It promises quick reassurance from medical approval and readiness when a cold arrives.
Public financial statement shows loans and discounts at 1 193 161.66, deposits 2 209 029.12, cash 7 965.21, total assets 2 874 008.56, capital stock 300 000.00, surplus 300 000.00, undivided profits 21 680.18. Betts as cashier and McCash as notary verify accuracy. date April 24, 1912.
The White Star liner Olympic lay off Ryde awaiting stokers after 400 men quit yesterday just before a scheduled New York sailing. Strikers objected to collapsible lifeboats and threatened desertion if non union workers filled spots. A test of the boats was ordered with a decision to sail if seaworthy.
A bartender Chappel Seaman wounded his wife Mrs Johnson in the Index hotel kitchen in Index Washington. A second bullet struck a waitress in the thigh. Seaman was arrested and taken to Everett after a quarrel with his wife earlier.
Beginning today the Puget Sound Traction Light and Power Co abandons flat rates and will install meters across service areas. The new corporation unites Puget Sound Electric Co Tacoma Seattle Power Co and others pending regulatory approval. The change follows state Public Service Commission sanction and aims to curb flat rate use for household devices like coffee grinders and toasters.
The Chicago Milwaukee and Puget Sound Hallway Co. must pay 1100 dollars in fines for failing to report employee hours violations of federal law. The Interstate Commerce Commission filed the complaint and Judge Hanford imposed the penalties yesterday.
In Pek a Kan on April 6 the state board of health required installing individual roller towels in all public washrooms. Hotel keepers report patrons steal towels, pocketing them and walking away, creating widespread trouble.
Pope Pius XII listened from the Vatican as St Mark's Campanile in Venice was dedicated. He called it the happiest hour of his life since becoming papal prisoner. A Venice phonograph record of the bells will arrive in Rome to keep in his library.
Captain C. C. Lane, owner of the power schooner Polar Bear, and two crewmen plan a 2500 mile voyage from Seattle through inner passages to Alaska and the Siberian coast including Nome. The trip begins May 1 and will visit Indian trading stations along both coasts.
Daily foot pain sufferers are urged to try a home remedy. Soak feet in Calocide mixture, fifteen minutes, rubbing sore parts. Claims immediate relief from bunions callouses and aching feet after a week. Purchase a twenty five cent box from any pharmacist.
Grace Lytge, 15, testified to District Attorney Zabel about a mirror filled chamber in James Chacona's Milwaukee home. She described a dazzling room where an object reflected into a bewildering multitude, recalling Stanford White's famous room and Thaw trial memories.
In El Centro California on April 25 burglars cracked the Southern Pacific depot safe stealing about 300 dollars in gold and bills before fleeing into the desert. A sheriff's posse is in pursuit.
A Brooklyn shop girl confessed to stealing 250 dollars from Henry Scherenberg’s confectionery cash drawer in New York on April 25. Detectives recovered 50 dollars at her home and learned she spent the money on clothes to fund a trousseau while claiming an engagement to be married.
Police seize evidence of possible tong war as Chin Jim a wealthy Chinese and Chin Tong member is arrested for carrying a concealed gun. He claims self protection from Hop Sing Tong and posts bail of fifty dollars.
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