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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1917
Page
2
Paris dispatch notes the high cost of staying clean as soap prices tripled since before the war and many former laundresses work in munitions. A sample outfit costs 1.51 dollars in American money, with underwear 33 cents and a shirt 24 cents, while hotels charge 55 cents for a bath and expect a 10 cent tip.
Carl A. Whitehead an auto truck driver was arrested in November by Deputy Sheriff Scott Malone and released without complaint. He sues Sheriff John Stringer and Malone for 2000 damages for arrest and 101.20 for tools allegedly stolen while his truck stood in front of the Coleman block for a day and a half.
Reports on Wednesday indicate Lettie P. Shotwell president of the Christian Board of Missions is advancing a plan related to the Swedish hospital project. The brief notes her rapid progress and involvement in the effort.
Goods lines are mixed with reduced prices on Friday tables, with some lines underrepresented this season. Shoppers may find bargains on dress fabrics as other lines receive less emphasis during the sale.
A large assortment of silks including Messalines Paris Taffetas Ruffsho Suits Silks and more in plain colors and fancy patterns. Also 36 to 54 inch all wool dress goods and suiting priced at 85c per yard with a clean up sale offering economical wool dress goods for dresses and skirts.
Fashion notes describe coats in belted semi belt and semi fitted cuts using wool velour silver tone and kersey fabrics with large seal plush collars.
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