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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1918
Page
5
A perceptive look at how Salome type influence might sway a Prussian ruler and his divine claims to power. The article notes intrigue in court circles and compares theatrical Salome figures to political temptresses, citing The Da Bara at Levy's Orpheum as a contemporary echo.
Olympia August 14 The provost marshal general Crowder says dining car conductors on railroads are not affected by work or fight regulations. Civilians in officers training camps stay in Class 6 until December 16. If commissioned they stay in Class 5. if discharged they move to Class 1.
The article argues medicine is guesswork, but Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound has endured for forty years, growing in sales and popularity as a standard remedy for female ills recognized nationwide.
Charles Wallace contends rent levels are lower now than a decade ago while wages rise, noting his own flats rented for 65 dollars in 1908 but 35 today, with taxes and coal costs up. He accuses papers of bias and offers to sell his 20–30 unit building at cost, paid in 4.5 percent Liberty Bonds.
A letter from a reader, AN APARTMENT HOUSE LAND LADY, argues rents are rising with broader cost increases and accuses rent profiteering while noting higher wages for the wealthy. A second note from A CITIZEN reports a $10 monthly rent hike at the Terry Apartments for a two room top floor unit with poor amenities.
A letter from Fort Riley soldiers recalls the April 26 Seattle farewell, praising local reception and the Seattle girls described as great candy makers. Names include Jeffery F. Jessup and others, with addresses noted.
The article previews multiple film features this week at local cinemas. It highlights The Great Love at Liberty starring Alexandra and Elizabeth Asquith, Les Miserables at Coliseum, The Million Dollar Dollies at Clemmer, A Pair of Silk Stockings at Strand, and Salome at Levy’s Orpheum, noting historical accuracy and dramatic performances.
Washington August 14 1918 increased receipts of cattle hogs and sheep at 34 cities in July 1918 compared with July 1917 per the Bureau of Markets U S Department of Agriculture. July receipts for 34 cities show cattle 1 997 847 1 662 573 hogs 2 813 749 2 395 226 and sheep 1 409 868 1 174 325.
Advertises Stearns' Electric Paste as a simple overnight solution to kill cockroaches, rats, and mice. Claims the paste is cheap, effective, and suitable for home use, urging housewives to buy a box from their dealer for pest control.
An advertisement touts Bitro-Phosphate as a nerve building tonic for weak, anxious individuals. It claims five grain tablets aid sleep, mood, and weight gain by improving nerve nutrition and food assimilation, with caution against use by those not seeking to gain flesh.
Army promotions announced on Tuesday include Maj J E Mahaffey of Seattle promoted to colonel and Dr Irvin A Wel et of Cobb Building as captain of medical service. Also listed are D W Hughes of 1420 Belmont Ave second lieutenant quartermaster Clifford Keller 4017 4th Ave second lieutenant air service G B Tourtellotte 801 Eighth Ave second lieutenant service and Edward F McRossen Frye Hotel as captain of ordnance.
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