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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1912

Page

5

Felt and Straw Hats Dyed In All Kinds In Illinois

Felt and straw hats dyed in a variety of colors catch shopper attention at the Illinois millinery shop. Local vendors showcase new styles as spring small-town fashion rebounds.

Political crisis frames conventions and taxation critique

A dense political essay discusses conventions in progress, criticizing corruption in political elites and the influence of professional classes on policy. The author argues for reform, denounces tariff schemes and the abuse of power, and champions labor and rights amid a broader call for national unity. Brown, D D, Union Block, signs off.

Candidates Fillring Ring With Lids and Clashes in Primaries

Socialists enter under direct primary law with several candidates, Democrats more active with contenders for nearly every office. Gov race may see seven Democrat hopefuls. Ed Cudihee files for sheriff, guaranteeing a vigorous contest. Other filings include Charles Hettner vs Horner in the First district, Clark Savidge for land commissioner, W H Kaufman for state public land commissioner, and Joe Smith challenging H E Foster in the 47th district. Hulet M Wells files for legislature from the 43rd district amid a wave of socialist candidacies.

Supreme Court Socialista Democrats Joe Smith H. E. Foster Foster The Labor Federation Grange, Farmers’ Union Direct Legislation League Smith Hulet M. Wells

Two Vetoes Are Not Sustained In City Council

The council approved two bills over the mayor’s veto by a 6 to 3 vote. One concerned a city flag ordinance drawn by the mayor and amended by the council. The other granted a license to Aronson Bros. at 904 Seconday with objections from Seconday property owners.

Blaine Griffiths Erickson Aronson Bros Blaine, Griffiths and Haas

Miners Fight Eviction After Attempted Union Drive

Bayne Washington miners held $125 cash bonds to delay writ of restitution issued by Judge Ronald. The eviction targets homes rented from Carbon Coal and Clay Co as the laborers contend the company acts in retaliation for union organizing efforts. A hearing on the merits is set for October.

Carbon Coal & Clay Company 4 Bayne Wash Ronald

Kansas Progressives Sweep Primary Shows Stubbs Victory

Complete returns from the Kansas primary indicate Gov. Stubbs leads for the senatorial nomination with 83 legislative districts carried versus 73 for Chas Curtis. Official tallies may adjust margins, but the result appears decisive across the state.

Topeka Kas Kansas Stubbs Chas. Curtis Curtis

Deputy Sheriff Shot Wounded as Gun Discharges in Prisoner Escape

In Los Angeles Deputy Sheriff Gates is injured after two prisoners seized his revolver, beat him, and caused the weapon to discharge. The incident marks the second time his firearm has caused him trouble, with officers uncovering the escape attempt.

Los Angles Gates

Frank Searight dies in Los Angeles at 72

Frank T. Searight, former president of the American Press Humor Association and longtime Southern California newspaper man, died in Los Angeles today of paralysis.

Frank Searight Los Angeles Frank T. Searight American Press Humor Association Southern California

Am I Helping Him A Letter To Cynthia Grey

A reader seeks guidance on staying with a high tempered husband who yells and bullies. The adviser urges calm talks during his better moods, a clear stance about leaving if he won’t change, and that the temper is a disease that can be managed with effort. The writer is urged to insist on improvement or depart, to avoid enabling his behavior.

Mixes Grey Samen Aska Louise

Whose Chickens Dear Miss Grey Advice Column

A reader asks who owns a brood laid by hens in a neighbor’s barn. Cynthia Grey replies a moral choice favors the wife and moral right, urging the uncertain reader to act rightly despite personal loss. A note: Will Mildred share Miss Grey’s address? It will not be printed.

Miss Grey Haysfed Las Solomon Solomon

A Foreigner and His Sweetheart

A foreigner writes to Misa Grey thanking for her column answer that lifted a heavy burden on his 25th birthday. He praises her compassion and calls his sweetheart a jewel, saying she gave him back the boy he loves and naming her as the mother figure in his life.

Misa Grey Mother

New Comments on Old Proverbs by Wade Lawrence

A curio of witticisms and maxims with twists on common sayings. The author Wade Lawrence offers pithy lines about timing wealth love and perception, noting humor in human foibles and social behavior.

Business Girls of Seattle Go Picnicking

The Seattle Business Girls' club enjoys a summertime picnic invited by the Tacoma Business Girls' club. The outing to Park Defiance reflects a regular pattern of social gatherings held weekly through summer and even winter, fostering friendly ties between the two groups.

Business Girls Seattle Seattle Business Girls’ Club Tacoma Business Girls’ Club

Guards Fix to Basins Prevent Sleeve Water Contact

A proposed device uses two wire guards attached to the side of a fixed wash basin to keep rolled sleeves from dipping into water. The guards fold under the basin when not in use and allow the arms to pass freely while maintaining sleeve clearance.

Notice to Readers read by Star Readers

Questions sent to The Star physician will be taken care of by him.

Tom J. Lewis Speaks at Socialist Picnic in Wildwood Park

Tom J. Lewis is set to speak at a socialist picnic at Wildwood Park on Sunday, August 11. The event draws community members to discuss labor issues and public welfare amid a summer gathering.

Tom J. Lewis Wildwood Park Sun

Talks by the Star Doctor on Fruit Nutrition

The star doctor explains fruit’s limited bulk nutrition while highlighting its appetizing value thirst-quenching effect and modest nutritive properties. He lists laxative fruits and advises eating fruit with meals and keeping fruit clean.

Dear Miss Grey Letters on publishing and criticism

A young writer under 17 asks how to publish cheaply or get critique for her stories. She explains being snubbed after refusing romance and notes others blame “spoony girls.” Miss Grey responds that the town’s lads lack understanding and offers to provide guidance after receiving a stamped self addressed envelope.

Miss Grey Kenta

Dear Miss Grey Weighs A Love Triangle Dismissed

A reader writes about an affair with a married man lasting six years. She seeks guidance as he remains with his wife for duty while claiming to love her more, leaving her unhappy and desiring a true husband and home.

Miss Grey

No, Not Successfully Instructed By Mother's Caution

A fragmented dialogue features a scolding remark about repeated swimming. A child answers claiming memory gaps about a male figure and an unaddressed hair drying task, suggesting a domestic tension scene.

Baby Doris Baker Wins Medal at Princess Theatre

Five year old Doris Baker, the youngest contestant, won the gold medal in a talent contest at Seattle's Princess Theatre on 20th Ave N. W. She delivered a humorous recitation, dances and sings with a cornet, earning praise and a box of candy and flowers.

Doris Baker Baby Doris Princess Theatre Faby Doris Chicago

Corn and Tomato Pie and Salmon Horseradish Sauce

Instructions describe making a corn and tomato pie with canned or fresh ingredients, layering corn and tomatoes, plus baking times. Also included is a salmon mold with mustard and salmon flakes, and a horseradish sauce with butter, flour, milk, stock, cream, salt, pepper, vinegar, and grated horseradish.

CANNADAY OFFERS FREE TRIAL FOR ECZEMA CURE

A physician from Sedalia Missouri promotes a guaranteed eczema treatment claiming ten years of experience and a quarter of a million cases handled. He guarantees cure and invites readers to write for a free trial to prove the method, citing Dr J B Cannaday of 66 Park Square Sedalia and a National Bank reference.

J. BK Cannaday Park Square Sedalia Rd Nat. Bank Ohio

Wealth of Switzerland Estimated at 2.4 Billion

A historical note places Switzerland's wealth at 2.4 billion dollars. The text also mentions varied items from divorce residency rules to early dynamo invention and a presidential assassination attempt, reflecting a miscellany of facts in a single column.

Switzerland

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