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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1914
Page
6
In Tacoma on August 21 Orville Reese, 15, was stabbed by his brother Clarence, 15, during a feud over who should read a pet list. Clarence retrieved a butcher knife, inflicted a fatal wound, and Orville died hours later from blood poisoning despite the non serious initial injury.
EPHRATA Washington Aug 21 Ole Hanson progressive U S senate candidate arrived hatless after a two hour stay in a Quincy valley melon patch. He visited threshing outfits met workers and held an open air meeting drawing large crowds. Hanson reported traveling 100 miles by Ford yesterday and predicted a big progressive majority in Grant county. He is due to speak at Wilson Creek tonight.
C. V. Bozetti attempted to coerce Sadie Broadhurst into marriage by brandishing a pistol. He is currently jailed in San Jose.
An old advertisement touts Sargol as a regenerative fat producing remedy for thin people with weak nerves and poor digestion. It claims six strengthening elements, endorsed by physicians, harmless and inexpensive. It urges purchase at Bartell Drug Co and Swift's Pharmacy with a goal of gaining ten pounds of flesh.
Short news items report seven deaths in Seattle amid a banana shortage. Other notes include police raiding a card game at 1023 Howell, a church group picnicking at Yarrow, and court orders paying a pension to Lillis.
Fire Chief Stetson issues general order approved by Mayor Gill warning all firemen chauffeurs against speeding when not responding to fires or returning from fires. The measure also bans unnecessary bell clanging and horn tooting after multiple complaints.
Chicago meat packers in a federal probe say the war is not responsible for high prices and deny artificial boosts. They cite a beef shortage with only about two thirds of the usual U S supply available, amid the Europe crisis.
The Giants and White Sox world tour film plays for one week at the Moore theatre with two daily showings at 2 30 and 8 20 starting Sunday. A notable feature follows the baseball bug accompanying the teams on their trip and facing various challenges. Also on the bill is Night Hawks a crime underworld comedy drama by L K Friedman starring as the headline act at Pantages this week.
Two sisters ask how to brighten a troubled home as their mother stays ill. The advice encourages cheerfulness, inviting visitors and music to lift spirits, and recounts a tale of two girls who brightened their mother’s life with kindness and shared joy. The responder urges gratitude, resilience, and writing back with updates.
An advertisement touts a freckle removal prescription by a noted doctor. It promises dramatic improvement after initial use and a full money back guarantee if unsatisfied. The ad urges asking for double strength ethine sold by druggists.
A reader asks about direct loans to individuals from a federal reserve bank and whether Congress will create a reserve bank for that purpose. Another letter inquires about the meaning of “The Message of the Rose” showing a man and woman with a white rose, answered as a white rose signifies “I am worthy of you.”
New York Aug 21 United Press says congratulations poured in after Wednesday’s beat on the pope’s death. Rome correspondent Henry Wood sent coded flashes immediately as Vatican notified the government. Censorship later prevented further dispatches until the official announcement. President planning a week’s cruise along the Atlantic coast.
A Seattle dentist promotes public welfare and personal gain by offering painless procedures. He claims the largest local practice with skilled dentists and advanced equipment. Services include fillings crowns bridges extractions and replacements with gas anesthesia offered.
Regal Dental Offices invites patients to visit at 1405 3rd Ave Northwest Union Street corner. Bring this ad with you for service details.
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