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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1919
Page
10
A Lorain gas range advertises an innovative oven heat regulator that lets users set a temperature on a marked wheel and the stove maintains it automatically once lit. The device claims to measure heat directly and keep the temperature constant without constant monitoring.
Red BE Mahler of 4730 20th Avenue has returned home after enlisting in the navy as a first operator rating. He served during the war, and now resumes civilian life in Seattle.
Marysville report states former bartender Charles Hanson, unable to obtain liquor, committed suicide by cutting his throat with a razor during an episode of delirium tremens.
Francia, a rugged adventurer, clashes with a mysterious stranger clad in canvas pants on a Caribbean isle. After a duel and a shocking self revealed lineage, they discover they share Sir Henry Morgan blood and plot to recover the Welshman’s treasure, continued tomorrow.
A vintage advertisement urges using ordinary mereorized wax instead of cosmetics to keep pores clear and skin breathable. It claims wax absorbs bad skin and unblocks pores, letting a fresher complexion emerge. Apply nightly cold cream, wash off each morning, for a week or two for tanned or freckled faces.
An old health note warns against harsh soaps and alkali in shampoos and promotes Malsified cocoanut oil shampoo as gentle and grease free. It advises dampening hair with water, applying a small amount, and rinsing to remove dust and dandruff while leaving hair silky and easy to manage. The product is described as cheap and widely available.
Stephen F. Chadwick, a lieutenant in the American forces, declared that America’s Siberian venture served Japan’s commercial aims. He spoke at a Kiwanis luncheon in Arcade building, noting about 2,500 troops strewed along 3,000 miles of railroad who are tired of their useless task.
C W Drake of 146 West 75th street Seattle, an employee at Skinner and Eddy Shipyards, credits Tanlac with curing his long battle with indigestion and kidney pain. He reports rapid relief from gas and stomach pains, improved sleep, restored strength and appetite, and weight gain. Tanlac is sold in Seattle by Bartell Drug Stores under a special representative.
Victor Pondville was ordered held for the federal grand jury by U S Commissioner R W McClelland on a charge of fraudulently using internal revenue stamps. He allegedly offered 180 pints of tea in whisky bottles bearing stamps. William Plarnes, colored, faced binding over to the grand jury on opium possession under $500 bond.
The Department of Commerce announces the appointment of census supervisors for Oregon. In the second district William Terrill of Wasco in Sherman county is named and in the third district Wm D Bennett of Portland in Multnomah county is named.
Funeral services for J. H. Dupuis sie, 82, who died Monday at the family home on Bagley Avenue, were held Tuesday at 3 p.m. from University Undertaking chapel. Interment followed at Lake View Cemetery.
A local food note highlights Boldt's restaurants at L114 Sd Ave downtown and 913 2d Ave, inviting patrons to dine at both locations. The brief references locations but provides no menu details or hours.
The Rhodes Company showcases a palette featuring Black Plum Navy Copenhagen blue and Reseda with changeable effects, highlighting a varied color range and finish options for its products.
The Silk Section on the Upper Main Floor displays a new Georgette and satin weave with wide self stripe in Taupe Navy Pink and Black for one piece dresses separate skirts and blouses. A yard five dollars.
The notice announces school opening on Tuesday September 2 and encourages mothers to prepare dresses. It lists fabrics: Percale up to 45¢ a yard, Ginghams 20–40¢, Chambray 45¢, Frolic Cloth 40¢ per yard, Devonshire Kiddy Cloth 50¢, and Plaids 98¢ to 1.25 per yard, highlighting colors and patterns.
The Women’s Knit Underwear Section announces a Wednesday sale featuring Children’s Cotton Summerweight Union Suits in sizes 4 to 12 years. Prices are 50 cents, with or without sleeves, knee length, no-sleeve style. Supporters encouraged.
J Makateu of the Alki hotel bit W F Bluett a truck driver after a collision at Fifth Avenue and Main Street. Bluett reported the attack to police as Makateu dragged him from his seat and assaulted him near the solar plexus before bystanders carried Makateu to his hotel.
BR. H. Merritt will become city passenger and ticket agent as the Grand Trunk Pacific railway consolidates its downtown and uptown offices at the Grand Trunk dock.
In Phoenix an arrest revealed a scheme to sell a cheap imitation bitro phosphate as genuine. Authorities found thousands of counterfeit labels and materials signaling a planned nationwide sale of a supposed sparkue tonic. The case warns the public against imitation products and urges reporting counterfeit substitutes to Sarow Chemical Co.
An old advertisement touts Korein capsules as a simple system to shed 10 to 60 pounds without exercise or dieting. It claims the product is harmless, offers a money back guarantee, and urges readers to cut out the ad to remember the offer.
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