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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1918

Page

6

Influenza Spreads Across German Cities

Influenza has spread to Bremen Hamburg Delmenhorst Hanover and Cassel with 167 women in Hamburg's telephone office affected.

Bremen Hamburg Delmenhorst Hanover Cassel Arell

Relief From Itching Eczema Promised By Swift Specific

An old advertisement claims Swift’s 8 8 8 blood remedy cures skin diseases including eczema tetter and erysipelas. It offers free medical advice from a chief adviser and invites readers to write to the Swift Laboratory in Atlanta Georgia describing their case for personal guidance.

Medical Department Swift Specific Co Swift Laboratory Atlanta, Ga

How Rickenbacker Answers What It Feels Like to Fly

The American ace explains in France how air combat shifts focus from foe to strategy. He and Doug Campbell use bold, opposite tactics to surprise German pilots, relying on nerve, judgment, and rapid decisions. Clouds complicate navigation and can hide enemy aircraft, making situational awareness crucial.

France Mall Rickenbacker Hickenbacker Iind Doug Campbell Doug Pom Ton

Y M C A Names Merritt D Wella Athletic Director

The Seattle YMCA appointed Merritt D Wella as the new athletic director. formerly of Portland Oregon he led Benson Polytechnic school athletics and coached at Camp Lewin. He will oversee all YMCA sports and will focus on preparing men for military service through fitness and medical screening.

Seattre Y. M. C. A Merritt D. Wella Portland Ore Wella Benson Polytechnic School Camp Lewin

Restrictions on beef lifted despite conservation note

Spokane Washington August 14 Charles Hebberd federal food administrator for Washington cites a Washington food administration statement. Restrictions on serving beef in public eating places and the household purchase program will be discontinued immediately. The note urges consuming medium and lighter grade beef to reserve heavier cattle for the armed forces and allies. Conservation policy remains encouraged.

Spokane Wash Charles Hebberd Washington Food Administration

Funds sought for Imhoff mother after son's death

Neighbors at 612 John Sr. begin a drive to aid Mrs. Imhoff whose 16 year old son Edward was killed in a recent automobile accident. The boy was her sole support and she is now destitute due to ill health preventing work.

Mra Imhoff John Sr Edward Imhoff

Man Buried Alive Recalls Mine Horror and Tanlac Relief

Tacoma man F B Slominski recounts a mine explosion ten years ago. He describes three hours underground, injuries to coworkers, post trauma illness, and claim that Tanlac restored his appetite, digestion, sleep, and strength. Tanlac sold in Seattle by Bartell Drug Stores through a special representative.

F. B. Slominaski East 26Th Street Tacoma Washington Slominski Hut Taniac Gao Tanlac Seattle Bartell Drug Stores

Lightweight Wool Union Suits At Two Fifty On Main Floor

The ad touts men's wool union suits priced at 2.50 on the main floor. Features include full fashioned fit that holds shape after wear, with long sleeves, ankle length drawers, closed crotch, and cuffs that stay neat. Sizes range from 34 to 44.

Vital Statistics Deaths and Birth Notices Across Cities

A dense list records deaths with ages and locations such as Edmond T. Jones and Francisce Tomata, plus numerous birth announcements naming parents and addresses. Additional lines name married couples, residences, and dates, followed by complaints filed including cruelty and non support cases.

Oxygen Vapor Is Not a Drug Ad Teaser

A Seattle treatment office advertises Oxygen Vapor Treatments for bronchitis asthma anemia and nervous fatigue. It claims drugs mask symptoms and that therapy removes underlying causes, inviting readers to a free trial at 317 18 Seaboard Ridge Fourth and Pike.

Seattle Seaboard Ridge Fourth and Pike

Special Purchase Sale of Gossard Front Lace Corsets

A local sale advertises a limited event featuring Gossard Front Lace Corsets highlighting value and comfort. The notice emphasizes essentials of service and dom inant features for shoppers seeking refined undergarments.

Poslam Skin Relief Promises Soothing Action

Advertisement extols Poslam for irritated skin inflamed complexions and eczema. Claims cooling soothing relief for facial breakouts pimples burns and itchy scalp and urges daily use of Poslam Soap. Free sample offer from Emergency Laboratories New York City.

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