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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1916
Page
4
Readers urged to back nonpartisanship in government by supporting the Nonpartisanship Initiative Bill No 28. The piece argues Democrats and Republicans are indistinguishable on policy and stresses backing the Nonpartisan league in its campaign needs, noting a $200 cost for rent and printing.
Mrs. Elinor M. Redington, president of the Seattle Homekeepers' club, accuses the food kings of offering soft soap tactics in dealings with the women, implying prices have not risen on that commodity.
A public clash over universal military training argues it builds character, health, and independence while countering militarism. Proponents say training liberates youth, improves conduct, and raises national vigor, contrasting with views on universal service alone.
The traction firm shows itself a poor loser by not providing heat in cars except where the State public service commission ordered it. Public comfort and policy demand better service and greater warmth for patrons.
The Red Cross seal drive expands across Seattle and nationwide with volunteers selling seals on letters and packages. On opening day Seattle raised over $300 and the following day continued strong progress as residents adopt the cause to aid sufferers of the white plague.
A humorous sampler mixes quips about claims on Hughes, Santa Claus whiskers, and a Seattle dry squad, while a Denver plan to build a natatorium on Pike's Peak hints at mountain swimming above the clouds. A joke about happiness and fat closes the page with Dr Izzy Rite. A quirky Unsovled Mysteries item asks if saucer drinkers use a spron cup.
Yeager and Ruth escape Gonzales as Ramon Culvera takes command of the Northern Legion. Culvera frees the trio and offers dinner with Ruth before they depart toward safe haven, while Mexico seeks a new path with the United States.
An ad states quick relief from colds with Seventy Seven at first sneeze or shiver. Delays worsen symptoms and prolong recovery. Available at drug stores or by mail order from Humphreys Homeopathic Medicine Co. 156 William Street New York.
Gonzales kept his promise as Yeager stood bound in the crowd near the general’s headquarters and the adobe church. From a distance he spotted Farrar and Threewit among the onlookers while Captain Holcomb passed by and greeted Steve.
Horace Jackson a 63 year old Chicago Board of Trade member was lost for five days in Northern Minnesota after hunting a bull moose. He credits his Finn guide with saving his life and says the guide will receive a $1000 bounty for the rescue.
In Yavapai New Mexico a saloon owner defies a Sunday door rule by posting a sign reading Side Entrance and installing a front door only, prompting local chatter over access and tradition.
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