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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1918
Page
9
Statistics at the stockyards show July cattle and calf totals, hog runs exceeding six hundred thousand, marking the largest July since 1901. Hog prices averaged 17.75 dollars, second highest on record, aided by heavy government orders.
August Kristoferson head of the Kristoferson milk Inter nats in Seattle joined the army Friday after winding up his business affairs. He prepared to aviate for Uncle Sam and appointed a general manager for his Seattle dairies. He had deferred classification but did not use it. His brother Elke dined with him Thursday night.
Returns from the election show a tight race for governor with Senator John K Shields claiming a lead over Gov Tom Cox by about ten thousand votes and Judge A F P Roberts slightly ahead of Austin Peay. Unofficial tallies place Roberts ahead in several counties, while Hige’s margin in 61 counties stands at 1840.
President Wilken held a lengthy talk with Acting Secretary Polk and Secretary Baker about the allied project in Russia. Officials said no comment could be made until the president approves the word on the announcement, which may not be delayed much longer.
A reflective verse suggests opinions shape progress and conflict, noting how differences spark courts and contests. It claims a store can create a difference by saving money on Pali suits coats and stairs, implying value in purchase at Second and Union.
Former teachers fill Western Union messenger roles as war expands the cadre with equal pay for equal service. Five of nine federalized workers were once teachers, seeking a wider field, now don olive drab uniforms with smart caps at the Fourth Ave and Smith Building offices.
The coast’s largest dental office proclaims not to hire novices, insisting all assistants are licensed Graduate Dental Surgeons with years of practical experience. It emphasizes thorough equipment, scientific management, and value for the general public.
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