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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1917

Page

6

Heat Toll Mounts Across Cities As Wave Aids Rain Break

A heat wave kills 332 in three days with 50 expected deaths in New York and 29 dead in Chicago. Prostrations reach 150 in New York and 89 in Chicago as rain and a lake breeze begin to cool the temperatures. Washington endures a hot night with humidity and a 86 degree morning after a 9 pm reading of 90.

New York Manhattan Bronx Chicago United Press Capital

13 Pittsburgers Die in Heat Wave Suffering Widespread

13 deaths attributed to yesterday's heat and humidity. Weather bureau expected a high around 94 or 95. Ice shortages intensified misery in congested districts as ice companies failed to meet demand.

Pittsburg Weather Bureau

Heat claims seven in Milwaukee as city basks in sun

Rain drenched the northern and western sections of the state before moving southeast and vanishing. Milwaukee awoke to sun and a cooler westerly breeze while seven people died from the heat.

Milwaukee

Four More Drivers Cited For Bravery

United Press Leased Wire reports four additional American drivers and ambulance workers receiving the French war cross in today s orders. They belong to Section 66 and include W G Rice of Albany New York Durbin Rowland of Toledo Ohio J Woodbridge of Shanghai China and J Rose Rothermel of Reading Pennsylvania.

United Press Paris W. G. Rice Albany N. Y Durbin Rowland Toledo, O J. Woodbridge Shanghai China J. Rose Rothermel Reading

Short police plan sets height limit for motorcycle work

The civil service commission drafts a resolution stating that men under five feet nine inches are fit for motorcycle patrol duties in the police department.

The Civil Service Commission Police

Lumber Strike Grows Amid Conference Refusals

The timber strike expands as bosses refuse to confer after unions demand an eight hour day. State officials urge mediation while E C Snyder and others seek talks. Mills start shutdowns and a million dollar fund is raised to oppose the workers.

State Council Henry M. White C. H. Younger International White and Younger State Council of Defense Olympia J. G. Brown Timber Workers’ Union Northwest I. W Milla Tacoma Seattle Planta

992 Men Are Called for Examination in Seattle Draft

City boards post lists of men called for examination with 992 names in the first call. District 3 7 11 lists posted. delays due to new war department order. Many districts hold local drawings for July registrations and August exams.

E P. Marah State Federation of Labor State Council of Defense Aska Marsh Seattle Districtea W. F. Conner War Department Adjutant General Washington District No. 12 Denamore Po Mce

Remove the Roots Of Superfluous Hair Method Ad

An advertisement promotes the phelactine method claiming permanent removal of superfluous hair at home. It asserts complete root removal, no skin injury, and a painless process with odorless, non irritating formula. The offer includes a refund if not satisfied.

Know Your District for Moon Moon Service Examinations

Citizens are urged to identify their district and precinct to see if their name is called for the service exams. Call Chief Registration Clerk Gaines at Main 6000 with your address to learn your precinct, then consult the district table to determine your board.

Moon Gaines

Pink and White Brocade Front and Back Lace Models

The assortment includes front and back-lace garments with medium bust and long skirts in pink and white brocade of firm texture. They feature six substantial elastic hose supporters and embroidery trimming, with size range from 21 to 32.

Teach Women New Ways to Fix Food at Summer School

Under Miss Juliet L. Bane the state agricultural college of Washington runs a training school for canning curing and drying foods in the Exhibition building 215 University street Thursday sessions include General Principles of Home Drying 1045 1145 a m and Drying Fruits demonstration 2 to 4 p m

Juliet L. Bane State Agricultural College of Washington University St

Construction of Pacific Oil Mills Starts on 10 Acre Lease

Construction will begin immediately on a 10 acre land lease between East Marginalway and the Duwamish waterway. Project cost is reported as $50,000. Local officials anticipate job creation and regional utilization of the new facilities.

Pacific Oil Mills East Marginalway Duwamish Waterway

Simple Rule To Strengthen a Delicate Stomach

An article recommends a daily habit to aid digestion using Bisurated Magnesia in hot water with meals. It claims non laxative, harmless relief from impaired digestion, fermentation, acidity, and stomach distress, urging buyers to insist on the Bisulated form.

Quality Economy and Durability in Dentistry Ad

The advertisement claims high grade dental work with painless methods and reasonable prices. It promotes 22 karat crowns bridgework at five dollars per tooth and plate specialists offering Dentalloy Plates for comfort with a ten dollar starting price. It emphasizes satisfaction, savings, and a broad service area.

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