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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1918
Page
7
The article notes how schools joined wartime efforts through Thrift Stamps and the Junior Red Cross, teaching canning and clothing for orphans, and training in first aid and other trades. It argues education broadened beyond youth, mobilizing adults and integrating with farms and factories to support free institutions.
News dispatches praise President Wilson for opening his mind and inspiring respect through noble conduct. French Premier Clemenceau lauds his sincerity as he engages with allied leaders. The world watches the peace table as a great idea for future world safety crystalizes.
A magazine writer exposes a U.S. labor study claiming average incomes in New York shipbuilding households total $1,300 yearly while men spend more on clothes than women. The piece mocks fixed gender ideas, noting children and babies also reveal spending patterns that upend papa’s beliefs.
Doctors in the New York Medical Journal advocate not airborne spread but person to person transmission. They urge disinfectants and nightly nasal throat spraying for adults and children, recommending a doctor approved germ killer or diluted cider vinegar if unavailable. They warn against crowd paralysis and tout Swiss rail low rates.
A jumble of quotes and notices references four aces and bluffing. It mentions Swiss trade interest with the United States and a cheese hole surplus. It notes German war reports and odd local items including Kirkendall in Creole and Coffin in not an undertaker.
United Press dispatch from London reports Great Britain's colonial delegates at the peace conference may dine on British cooking at government expense to avoid milk restrictions on French menus. With Paris prices rising, Britain will prepare and serve meals in three Paris hotels with army and navy canteen board oversight to ensure tea service.
A long, cautious explainer outlines Bolshevik aims to abolish private property and extend rule worldwide, how soviets form and rule in Russia, who leads them, and the role of terror in maintaining power. It notes Moscow as the all Russian soviet meeting place and highlights debates on majority support and relations with the Allies.
A London report recalls the British Portuguese pact dating to the 14th century with informal aid as early as 1144. Portugal's wartime role shifted from neutral to active ally in 1915, handing over command of its army to Britain and contributing divisions, a navy, and crews in global operations.
Paris dispatch reports the American expeditionary forces chew through YMC A gum at a rate yielding about 5 405 776 jaw miles per month based on 16 320 000 sticks of gum 77 1/2 tons. Each man chews 70 times a minute and five hours per gum yields 1 750 feet per round.
The Star receives a letter from I. F. Ostrander Roll Call Chairman expressing sincere thanks for the generous Christmas roll call space. The editor notes the sacrifice of space was for a good cause and that the deed is appreciated by those who understand the impact.
An advertorial touts a home remedy using 2% Pinex and sugar syrup to treat coughs in 24 hours. It claims quick penetration of air passages and relief for throat tickle hoarseness croup bronchitis and bronchial asthma with Norway pine extract. The Pinex Co offers 24 ounces and guarantees satisfaction or refunds from Pt Wayne Indiana.
In Long Beach California the Pacific Bea Food company plans to sell barnacle soup praised for a distinctly marine flavor. Analysts estimate piers yield about 100 tons of barnacle material, sourced from ocean vessels and pile structures, with the soup idea gaining market interest.
Strassburg reports the local soviet has been disposing German war material at various prices but a Zeppelin offered at $60 drew no bids. Rifles sold for 19 cents, machine guns at 5 francs, and an airplane at 126 francs.
A brief public notice warns readers that Tuesday marks the final opportunity to redeem Wear Savings Stampa offers. Officials urge shoppers to visit participating retailers or contact support for redemption details and eligibility.
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