Resignation of County Hospital Superintendent Cited
Dr. William P. O Rourke resigns as county hospital superintendent with the board accepting the move. Dr. Willis H. Carson, wounded in a shooting incident, is eyed for the post. Commissioners debate include Smith Baker and Abrahams with Snyder initially favored. O Rourke says politics can lead to strange happenings.
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William P. O'Rourke
Board of County Commissioners
Willis H. Carson
Jall
John Hildebrand
Corson
P. J. Smith
C. H. Baker
O'Rourke
Abrahams
J. C. Snyder
Smith
Carson
Fashionable Queen Wilhelmina Gown Grabs Attention
A dramatic description highlights Lillian's sacrifices for style and fitness. She endures workouts and spa routines, wears a gown styled for Wilhelmina, and dreams of a royal look. The piece blends luxury, discipline, and aspirational elegance in a vivid, era-tinged voice.
Glamorous Vaudeville Queen Latian Ruswell Remains ageless
New York reports LAltian Ruswell, famed vaudeville star, as youthful and stunning as ever. The article notes her strict dieting and athletic regimen, her status among the world’s wealthiest women, and details of her recent wardrobe purchase and sizable earnings.
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New York
Laltian Ruswell
Pasted fragmentary attire description with ornate trims
A garlanded description of decorative fashion elements highlights a dress with ruffles of gold and blue lace, an Irish influence hat with blue and gold trimming, a tulle rosette with a diamond buckle, Ming red jewelry accents, and pearl necklaces with a jewel brooch.
Prisoners Thank W T U and Eva Watson for Thanksgiving Dinner
Seventy six inmates at the county jail sent thanks yesterday to the W T U and to prison worker Eva Watson for the Thanksgiving dinner provided to them.
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Eva Watson
Society
Poisoned Deaths Tied to Gun From Chinese Dive
In Portland on December 2 a man named Joe Messenger and another, James Bidwell, died after a gun obtained in a Chinatown tavern was used during a late night incident. Police report three additional deaths from the same cause recently recorded, while confusion remains over motive.
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Portland
Joe Messenger
James Bidwell
Blackmail Charges Filed Against Two Individuals
An agent and George M. Nethercutt face criminal complaints brought by Prosecuting Attorney Barnhart Bach. The cases allege blackmail and stem from allegations involving competing interests and municipal matters.
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Ing
George M. Nethercutt
Barnhart
Bach
Do Please Your Hair Do Please Your Hair
An old advertisement promotes Ayer's Hair Vigor claiming it stops hair loss and restores color and vigor. The copy emphasizes years of use and promises lasting results, urging readers to try this tonic for healthier looking hair.
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Ayer
One Price Piano Sales Come to Seattle Kohler Chase
The Kohler and Chase store adopts a commercial one price policy for pianos, pledging every instrument is sold at the cost plus fair dealer remuneration. They promise the RIGHT PRICE on all pianos, matching or beating New York by basing prices on cost rather than potential profits. The holiday stock includes Weber Kohler Chase Winthrop Wheeler Wagner and others.
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New York City
Kohler & Chase House
Seattle
Kohler & Chase
Weber
Winthrop
Wheeler
Wagner
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Cedar River
Uccess
Madame Fortune
Lillian
Sume Mer
Wilhelmina
Holland
Elminate
Abryl Ailiante
Bpokand
Dee
George H. Collin
Board of County Commissioners and Purchase
Thomas August
Sunset Telephone Company
First Ave
Seneca St
Third Ave
Marlon St
Yesler
C. A. Meyer
Second Avenue
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