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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1912
Page
5
The article describes a December Paris fashion scene with American star Anna Held and several famous models displaying new silhouettes at Long Champs. It highlights high heels, hobble skirts, pannier styles, ermines, and a funnel shaped coat serta observations of dress forms and public reception.
Special Abe to order ladies' suits priced from 25.00 to 32.50 at the Aalley Tailored Suit Shop located on Camperage Bide, with a note of limited stock and seasonal sale timing.
Train and freight timetable details for Everett to Snohomish and Seattle area routes. Includes daily and Saturday trains with multiple departure times, baggage train notes, and special late evening services. Mentions Greenwood, Ajax, and Meah locations with listed times and service notes.
A trimmed collage of humorous poems and reflections on bachelor life. It includes verses about old maids bidding for a bachelor, jokes on why men stay single, and social economic reasons influencing marriage. The piece surveys attitudes toward marriage, gender roles, and the modern American home.
Announcement from Vienna reports Archduchess Hlo nore, eldest daughter of Archduke Karl Stephen, engaged to Lieut. Von Klons. Both the emperor and the archduchess parents consent to the marriage, to be planned here soon.
A vintage advert claims Pape's Cold Compound cures a severe cold and grippe with a 26 cent package. It promises relief after the first dose and urges use every two hours, stating no other remedy works as quickly without after effects. It notes no quinine and easy availability from druggists.
A sixteen year old girl writes about isolation from local girls despite welcoming parents and frequent male visitors. Dr Grey advises overlooking neglect and building genuine comradery while maintaining hope for a female friendship. A reader questions privacy and publishing etiquette, and a correspondent suggests patience and thoughtful outreach. Another note contemplates bachelor life and choosing wholesome recreation over dance halls.
A 29 year old man writes to Miss Grey about an engagement to a 27 year old woman who has been away for four months. He recalls initial frequent letters and then diminished contact seeking guidance on personal conduct.
A lawyer's opinion of title only reflects recorded facts or an abstract. It does not secure against forgeries undisclosed insanity minority of grantors illegal delivery fraud or misstatements. TITLE INSURANCE is the only true security you are entitled to and should require.
A male writer commends a Bachelor Girl for rejecting drink tobacco and male companions with dirty habits. He claims to value cleanliness and purity, advising her to remain single until she finds her ideal man. The tone reflects dated social expectations about virtue and dating.
A satirical letter advises a man to seek a wife in Everett, noting the city offers many suitable women. The writer warns against pursuing a journalist rack and mocks Cynthia Grey’s rejection, urging the man to avoid newspaper staff.
Margarie asks if a girl should accept an expensive Christmas gift from a casual boyfriend after a month of dating. The response suggests declining costly gifts and offering a modest remembrance like a small calendar or card to convey affection without appearing cheap, given the brief acquaintance.
The writer advises Miss Grey to drop the unreliable suitors who promised a date but did not appear. The guidance suggests asserting respect by cutting off contact, noting she is likely too young to be courting and should avoid running around with boys who do not keep their word.
A columnist argues good grooming is affordable for workers, contrasting a well-dressed husband with a frugal working woman. He urges affordable basics like soap, shampoo, cold cream, and manicure over costly fashion items, noting mending gloves and hands as essential details of grooming.
Misa Lucille McKit trick, a Hood River Or. schoolteacher, fled 1500 miles to escape ardent suitor Richard Mosely of Oakland. She arrived in Los Angeles on the Bear and asked police protection, alleging Mosely followed her from Hood River to Portland, boarded the Bear in Portland, was removed at San Francisco, and may travel by rail to Los Angeles.
H. T. Carney was jailed on a charge of dissolute persona after police found him with $8600 in coin in a grip. Authorities seek to determine the source of the money as they investigate the case in Vancouver.
Two girls question if dance partners are worthy after failing to receive compliments and kisses. Fluffy and Ruffels reply that the girls should seek uplifting, respectful company and avoid men who demand such behavior. Furniture ad notes Main 6518 and a Dreamland venue listing.
In Jersey City a Fairmount hotel bans Edwina Dow a baby from staying while allowing dogs like Red Mike. Don Dow sues for eviction costs claiming a baby should be as welcome as a dog in the hotel. Judge Erwin hears testimony from society leaders about dogs in apartments.
The Mystic Rose at the Metropolitan theatre last night drew a full house and strong social and artistic praise. About 500 cast members and 200 girls in the flower ballet impressed audiences, with prominent society figures on stage and in front. The musical program pleased, soloists performed admirably, and the event raised gratifying funds for the nursery.
Washington December 14 The prosecution will finish its evidence in the senate impeachment trial of Judge Robt W Archbald of the commerce court this afternoon with the defense set to open on Monday. Archbalds attorneys plan to call character witnesses from Scranton and elsewhere including Mrs Archbald and other family members. The defense expects to rest its case next Thursday.
Frederick Zeltz an iron worker and former Detroit roommate of Ortie McManigal was arrested in Indianapolis after testifying at the dynamite conspiracy trial. He is held for the grand jury as prosecutors seek explanations for his contradictory statements to the federal grand jury.
Spokane December 14. J. L. Fever traveling man is dead, suspected victim of the liquor poison plot. Coroner Schlegel says apoplexy caused death. Frank James, another reported victim, shows improvement and recovery is expected.
Secretary Nagel urges congress to appropriate funds for lighthouse service. Bills under consideration would provide 7000 for Puget Sound and Henry Island Washington 75000 for Point Vincent California 40000 for Yerba Buena Island and 30000 for Point of Pines California to improve aids to navigation.
Newspaper feature recounts Edwin J Brown’s pledge to honest pricing and quality dental work in Seattle. He outlines his Golden Rule approach, large private practice, and commitment to a square deal to earn patient trust and long term success.
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