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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1917
Page
6
Dear Miss Grey requests name ideas for a baby girl beginning with R. The note lists Rosamond Roma Reah Rena Rosella Revella Rita Rosabel Rhoda Rose Ruth and seeks suggestions.
Reader Mrs C L shares a cherry olives method using Royal Ann cherries packed in jars. It employs a vinegar and salt brine one cup to two level tablespoons, poured over cooled cherries and sealed.
A reader asks whether Valeska Suratt is the Gibson Girl or if Mae Murray holds that title. The exchange clarifies common usage and distinguishes between the two Bing readers note.
A reader questions flag etiquette during wartime urging the Stars and Stripes fly high. He argues for three quarters up the pole now and possible half mast if defeat occurs, hoping a final top flag if victory comes.
A letter asks if a man who has served a prison term can enlist in the United States Army. It notes the government recruiting questions include have you ever been convicted of felony or imprisoned, and that answering yes may lead to rejection.
Grace and Lucille seek guidance on inviting two boys to a picnic. They have asked several girls with boyfriends and know the two boys, whose mothers approve. The writers ask if inviting them is proper given they have not yet gone anywhere with them and are told it is acceptable as the affair nears.
Julia Lathrop head of the US Children's Bureau argues against suspending child labor and school attendance laws during war. She cites England and France restoring protections as essential, noting munitions output later declined and stressing safeguarding children remains vital amid wartime strain.
John Earl of Watsonville California born Visalia August 16 1896 is described as one of the oldest pioneers of the West. He sailed as cabin boy to Admiral Farragut on the Old Ironsides in 1862 and witnessed the battle of Mobile Bay. Now he spends his last days on a farm near Watsonville California.
United Press dispatch reports anti war agents trying to impede the food control program as housewives in distant areas are warned that canned fruits and vegetables will be confiscated for war purposes. Supposed registration cards would enable home drafts. Arizona sources note circulating rumors and marshals are ordered to round up the malcontents. Wilson’s licensing order for elevators and mills by Sept 1 enables Hoover’s broad price stabilization drive.
Ny United Presse reports Kaiser is in class with Old Bluebeard as lease details emerge.
American soldiers visiting Mme Tussaud's wax works asked to remove the Kaiser from the royal gallery. The owners declined noting that Bluebeard Herod and Jesse Pomeroy figures would object to the change.
Men and women find Walk-Over shoes and various clothing at drastic discounts with items priced as low as 49 cents to 3.45. The sale advertises large stock of footwear and apparel at about half original cost and promises immediate markdowns to attract crowds.
The Federal Trade Commission finished its steel production cost investigation and will report to President Wilson in days. The president is expected to set a price on all steel products based on the commission findings, ending confusion and delays in government steel construction work.
London described as the scene where police under the food hoarding act arrest Kirkor Tamrantz, a Russian, for stockpiling his pantry with garlic and cheese. The report notes a Yard man followed the scent to the evidence leading to the arrest.
The council of national defense announced uniform plans for patriotic demonstrations at food training camps, fairs, and expositions across the country this fall.
Hog prices in Chicago move higher at 13.60 dollars per 100 pounds, up 45 cents from yesterday. The advance outpaced gains seen earlier in the week, signaling continued strength in the hog market.
The list shows prices for poultry feed items and grains from a regional wholesaler. Items include corn cracked corn oats rolled oats barley bean meal fish meal alfalfa hay and various meal products with prices per unit.
London reports Henry Bellamore's war career from conscientious objector to jailed resister to volunteer soldier in the Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry. He became popular in his regiment before being killed in action recently.
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