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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1916

Page

6

Closing-Out Sale at Red Front Clothing Company

A saturated advertisement touts a Saturday closing-out sale at 1510 First Avenue opposite the Public Market. Items include men's suits from 5.75 to 9.85, free hats with suits, overcoats 5.75 and 9.85, shoes 1.89 to 2.48, shirts 0.48, and undergarments and accessories at deep discounts. sale ends January 1st with free offers only on Saturday.

First Avenue RED Front Clothing Company 1510 Pike Street

Scandinvanians Seek Peace Notes Sent to European Belligerents

London dispatch reports that the Scandinavian nations have forwarded peace notes to European belligerents, according to Copenhagen via Exchange Telegraph.

London Copenhagen Exchange Telegraph Co

Dance to Aid the Peterson Family

In aid of the Peterson family whose home burned at Alki last week a card party was held at the Stockade Hotel West Seattle Thursday night. A dance will be held at the West Side hall. Admission is 25 cents with a previously unannounced contribution of $1 from Mrs. Wilson.

Peterson Alki Stockade Hotel West Seattle West Side Hall Wilson

Dickens Astrology at Theosophical Hall Event

On Saturday evening at the Theosophical Hall 5000 Arcade W H Scott will discuss Dickens characters and their zodiac signs Mrs W N Fos will present a horoscope delineation of the author Dr Rich will read from Dickens Charles Tyndall will perform musical selections The public is invited.

Theosophical Hall Arcade Building W. H. Scott Dickens W. N. Fos Dr. Rich Charles Tyndall

Salt-housed Town Emerges in Russia's Salt Fields

In a remote region amid expansive salt flats, residents construct homes from crystallized salt blocks, creating a stark townscape. The unusual settlement relies on local salt industry for livelihood, with daily life shaped by the desertlike environment and bright, sunlit hours.

Doings in Filmdom News Notes Gossip Phroghams Today

A jittery notes column reviews current film offerings and stars. Edna Mayo’s chaperoning missteps at the Rex provoke laughs while Rupert Julian’s makeup mastery shines in The Bugler of Algiers. Edits cover Oliver Twist at the Coliseum, Henry’s dramatic misdeeds, Waffles and The Heiress at Coffee Dan’s, and Mabel Normand’s Micky.

Jeffee Dan Mmim Allee Joyvee Mission Wiliam SS. Hert M—Marie Deere Oliver Twle Hea Pdan Mase Keaene Rries Strand—Niehard Jose Ta “Silver ——— Among the Bald And Henry Tad” Ntal Rupert Juline Sod Ella Mallia Nagler of Rigters Rupert Julian Algiers Morocco

Market Report on Fresh Produce and Poultry Prices

The notebook lists prices paid to producers for fruits meats and poultry including Stayman Winesap apples Spilzenboere Rome and other varieties. It includes live and dressed poultry beef veal and pork with notes on weights and quality such as fat hens and 66 to 125 b units, plus dairy items like Washington creamery butter and brick cheese.

No Peace Till After Winter Says Berlin

Berlin dispatch reports from front and diplomacy indicate peace talks led by Wilson and the central powers will not end the war quickly. Allies must strike anew to breach German lines as winter battles loom in the west and in Greece and Romania. Berlin thoughts center on leadership changes and the potential return of Lloyd George as premier shaping future peace effort.

Carl W. Ackerman United Press Berlin Wilson Switzerland England Greece Rupessia Rumania von Hindenburg Lierd G George Germany

Arrests Following Gay Squad Party At Amherst Hotel

Members of the dry squad entered the parlor of the Amherst hotel on 1610 Second Ave at midnight Thursday and departed with three people to police headquarters. Mrs P Judkine aged 40 landlady was charged with selling liquor. Mrs N A Howard aged 39 was charged as a disorderly person. William K McKay a clerk was booked for investigation. Four cases of beer and five quarts of whisky were seized.

Amherst Second Ave Mra P Judkine N. A Howard William K. McKay

Hell's Hinges Plays at the Mission Through Saturday

The film stars in Hell's Hinges at the Mission and features a hero holding a town at bay as a dance hall and refreshment parlor burn. The story emphasizes devotion to a woman who urged the action. The venue runs the show until Saturday night.

Hell's Hinges

Letters to Miss Grey on marriage and money

A sequence of letters discusses spouses under financial stress, the link between labor, wages, and living costs, and whether affection can endure poverty. Readers share experiences of long marriages, limited funds, and longing for alternatives, with opinions on alcohol and church conduct.

Miss Grey Ruth Elliott Kathrena Reform Movement Worker Astor G. D

It Pays to Read The Star Classified Ad Page

A brief on the value of The Star's classified ads page, highlighting information and notices readers can use. It emphasizes practical listings and guidance for finding jobs, goods, services, and public notices.

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