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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1917
Page
7
A call for universal conscription and a two to three dollar daily wage for pupil soldiers argues that soldiers should be socially equal to civilians, educated during service, and promoted by merit. It urges a strong, democratic, universal army as America’s safeguard for democracy.
The Star condemns overbearing draft board officials who declare exemptions by rule rather than law. It warns that prejudicial rulings undermine the civil nature of the process and erode public trust in the draft system. The piece calls for reforms and accountability to preserve fairness and prevent “little czars” from injuring the exemption process.
A film program titled We Thank the Movies presents reception scenes in France for American soldiers. The pictures convey French affection as girls scatter flowers and old men kneel in gratitude, illustrating a broad wave of democratic camaraderie toward the soldiers.
A wartime profile notes one conscientious objector as naturally gentle. It cites childlike compassion such as not bearing to hit a playmate or to see a rabbit hunted, suggesting extreme sensitivity rather than fear or shell shock.
A humorous描 depiction of Mr. and Mrs. Waterbury's Spriggs Street home highlights its ivy adorned façade and artistically arranged garden. The piece includes quips on conserving rind, a jab at Johnny Kilbane, and playful food hints from a Daily Conservation column with rustic, dated tone.
A wartime appeal urges savings and thrift to fund a massive increase in capital. Citizens are asked to deposit savings in banks, seeing personal benefit and aiding the country, community, and themselves in the fight for freedom.
Alice accompanies the Gryphon to meet the Mock Turtle who recounts a comic school tale set under the sea. The Mock Turtle details subjects like Mystery and Drawling, while the Gryphon quips about uglification and lessons that lessen each day, ending with a tease of a continuation.
A Cincinnati discovery offers a tiny bottle of a new compound that dissolves corns and calluses without pain. Apply drops to the affected area and the soreness vanishes as the corn loosens and lifts away, with no further discomfort. Keep a spare bottle handy for quick relief.
Readers are urged to sign letters and provide a return address. If anonymity is requested the editor must know the writer’s name. Letters should be under 200 words and written on one side only using pen or typewriter.
The Star urges unity over domestic strife as Europe battles sharpen. It warns of economic hardship, strikes, and violence at home while stressing patriotic cooperation between employers and workers to support national defense and endure wartime trials.
United Press reports that in San Francisco 45 percent of Chinese and Japanese examined by exemption boards failed the physical tests. The primary issues cited were under size, underweight, and chest inadequacy, reflecting discriminatory screening during that era.
An old French discovery of organic phosphorus is praised for restoring nervous energy and adding flesh to thin people. Robin and other European researchers supported its benefits for neurasthenia and fatigue. The remedy Euro-Phosphate is sold as 5-grain tablets, with a money back offer if not satisfied.
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