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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1916
Page
5
Chicago reports soda water fountains now part of passenger train equipment on Burlington routes. Ices sundaes sodas frappes and other fountain delicacies are served on thru trains with dining and lounging cars stocked. Traffic manager P S Eustis cites popularity and financial success.
After severe illness or malnutrition, stagnation in mucous membranes and poor digestion can hinder strength. Peruna tonic is described as stimulating digestion, toning bodily functions, and correcting catarrhal conditions. The product is sold in liquid or tablet form and marketed by The Peruna Co Columbus Ohio.
United Press reports Congress considers curbing leave to print to reduce paper waste. Bill would require committees to approve each document before printing, aiming to cut $1,000,000 yearly in waste and ease space and postal costs.
Madison, Aug 5 Wisconsin barred import of all pine nursery stock to stop white pine blister rust. State entomologist J G Sanders warned the disease could devastate native timber and pine plantations if allowed to enter. The quarantine prohibits importing white or five leaf pines from outside Wisconsin.
Skeletons of prehistoric animals once housed in Pillsbury Hall at the University of Minnesota have been moved to the new biology building. The pieces, described by the article as ancient creatures, are now displayed together in their relocated space.
Market today lists prices for livestock grains and dairy goods with notation of turkey veal pork and dairy products. Notable items include live turkeys dressed veal weight ranges and various regional grain prices such as timothy oats and barley.
Charles Edward Russell writes from London in 1916 about postwar Britain. He argues that workers, soldiers, and women will reshape the economy, with 2.5 million unemployed men returning and a surge of women taking male roles, while debt and inflation threaten recovery.
Charles Cougle Jr a blacksmith in Glen Garden New Jersey was hit in the eye by a flying horseshoe nail and may lose his sight. His father Charles Cougle Sr was undergoing eye surgery in Easton Pennsylvania at the time for an injured eye.
Samuel McRoberts of National City Bank arranged a five million dollar loan to the Russian government spent two months in Russia and predicts a prosperous postwar trade. He urges Americans to prepare now for large Russian commerce and says U S firms should open branch factories in Russia to avoid foreign shipping dependence.
Frank Farrell a 39 year old laborer of 709 23rd avenue South sustained internal injuries after a cave-in trapped him at the Lake Washington canal construction site on 23rd Avenue North. He remained pinned beneath debris Friday afternoon.
Prosecutor Yantis said he would not prosecute Henry Roberts who escaped with J F Gillies the night of July 8 for jail breaking. Roberts has been sent to the Monroe reformatory to serve a statutory offense. Mrs Gillies and Chester Bateman the chauffeur charged with aiding the prisoners will likely be discharged.
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