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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1915
Page
2
Seattle grocers observe Mrs Porter’s Pudding Week honoring a local producer. Mrs Porter has launched two puddings, Fruit Pudding and Fig Pudding, both awarded medals in San Francisco for unity excellence and flavor. Also recognized are Porter’s salad dressing and mayonnaise. The puddings are described as light and dainty desserts suitable year round.
Al Bryan, writer of I Didn’t Raise My Boy to Be a Soldier, defends his song against Theodore Roosevelt’s attacks. He cites family military service and his own rise from dishwasher to famed songwriter, arguing the hymn expresses maternal wartime sentiment.
The Yeoman's mill reopens at Pe Ell, offering work for about 100. The Cascade PTA plans a garden committee trip to Alki Beach on Wednesday August 4. Guest Danville Va Kappa Sigma official Herb Martin attends Seattle luncheon. A B Lorde hosts Knights of Pythias gathering on future business. Salvation Army sees line-up changes with Adjutant and Mrs A Whitney in Seattle. Dr W E Waldo reelected president of Washington Osteopathic Assoc at Portland convention. W P Marshall, jailed, walks away from stockade. Col O J Dutton visiting son at Wildwood. Alumnae guests in town Aug 11 12. McGill and Kraus named appraisers for Kretschslemmer estate.
Dr. L R Clark emphasizes only trained registered dentists perform work. He boasts a wall certificate and a written guarantee by himself and the office owner. He dismisses critics, claims top service, fast growth, low prices, and painless methods in the Northwest.
The federal trade commission arrives in the Northwest to study industries and trade conditions. Will H. Parry, Seattle member, leads the Seattle program on August 9 and 10. The inquiry covers foreign trade conditions, apple growers in Eastern Washington, and the lumber industry in Tacoma and Southwest Washington. Recommendations to Congress may follow to improve business conditions and curb unfair competition.
Portland Ore Aug 3 A blaze gutted the Alisky building at Third and Morrison causing about 230000 dollars in damage. The three story structure housed several businesses and the fire began at 3 am in the basement.
Washington Retail Jewelers Association session focuses on committee reports and trade talks as officers scheduled for election this afternoon. Monday night national president T L Combs proposed a practical clearing house for jewelers goods to protect the trade and curb cut rate sales. A banquet occurred at the Rathskeller last night.
Paul Whitham former Seattle port engineer after touring 21 eastern manufacturing centers told the Chamber of Commerce publicity and industrial bureau that Seattle needs harmony among private and public bodies. He proposed locating industrial property in the Duwamish valley Ballard and around Lakes Union and Washington shores to attract factories. Also noted were poor Labrador cod fisheries and black bears seen in pairs near Everett and Centralia.
San Francisco August 3. A Buddhist monk from Gobina China claims America was discovered in A D 420, 1072 years before Columbus. He says five monks reached Monterey area after their ship wrecked, and they planted the sacred Monterey cypress now a topic for debate. He cites Emperor Ming Ti and royal archives in Pekin.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle argues that Germany’s early superiority faded after British resolve grew. He credits British unity, naval strength, and a determined public mood for a total war effort to a decisive finish, despite German attacks and brutalities.
The city utilities committee on Tuesday endorsed an ordinance to reimburse the county for high salaried state accountants who examined the lighting department books during June and July at a cost of 584 dollars.
Dr. Minor Lee Bates president of Hiram College near Cleveland spoke in Seattle after returning from the Christian Church national convention in Frisco. He shared hope that peace will emerge from Europe’s chaos as delegates toured the region.
A blaze at Tonkin's haberdashery on Second Avenue near James yesterday noon caused hundreds of dollars in damage. Investigators said defective electric wiring started the fire.
An advertising notice promotes Poslam for eczema pimples and skin troubles promising overnight improvement after first application. It touts itching relief and soothing burns, claiming antiseptic effects and fast control. Samples are offered by mail from Emergency Laboratories in New York City.
The Oregon & Washington Development Co promotes a seaside project at Feahurst 150 miles from Heat tied offering round trip $400. A tent city near completion will host guests to view the beach’s claim as the finest on the Pacific Coast. Cottages and rental potential boost speculative interest as coastal resort plans advance.
Myrtie Thompson recounts a Sunday night incident after a Washington Rescue home acquaintance with Edith Horton and Mabel Ross. An auto ride with three boys ended when Thompson leaped from a speeding car near Ravenna, suffering a brain concussion and later telling doctors the car sped off after she warned the driver.
Washington reports that the next note to Britain from President Wilson will be the most important since the war began. Diplomats say it hinges on neutral shipping rights and will affect U S relations with both England and Germany. Berlin is expected to accept American submarine warfare demands if Washington treats Britain the same.
A stunning Dahlias exhibit at Bon Marche showcases 125 varieties in two windows. The colors range from violet to red, with many rare types included. Several varieties that earned prizes at last year’s Seattle dahlia show are featured.
The steamer Congress of Pacific Coast Steamship Co. arrived Monday night from San Francisco with 454 people aboard, breaking the season’s passenger record.
The city utilities committee considered F. M. Peterson's petition to establish a jitney bus line linking Division A municipal lines to Ballard on a transfer basis. The proposal was laid over for a week pending action including replanking Nickerson Street from the car line terminus to Ballard Bridge and possible bridge replanking.
An official statement reports a large Russian destroyer foundered off Yoeken east of Schile with unknown cause. No injuries or details on passengers are given.
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