Not Call It the Gas Board Public Service Commission
Olympia officials bump the public with a new gas rate schedule under a camouflage of a private or special service commission. The piece accuses the commission of ridiculing witnesses and letting its young attorney help. The author notes Seattle faces a snowburst and political winds shift.
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The
Gas Board
Public Service Commission
At Olympia
A Service Commission
Special” Service Commission
Seattle
Cleveland Store Leaders Press Unified War Stance
Public sentiment from Cleveland's major store managers urges government leadership in wartime decisions. They advocate following official announcements about air drops and strategy across eastern territory, arguing it would more strongly affect enemy autocrats than direct attacks.
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Cleveland
Sixth City
Mississippi
Ger
Indications of Thaw Amid Austria Hungary Strife
The report notes widespread industrial disturbances across Austria Hungary and a peace speech by Czernin as tensions rise. It mentions Hungarian resentment toward Austria, and hints at hope for independence stirred by Lloyd George and President Wilson. Gassed again.
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Austria
Fromre
Czernin
Germany
Loyd George’s
N’ses
Austro-Hungary
One or the Other and the War Effort in America
A newspaper digest item blasts wartime resolve with George’s phrase about choosing to endure or collapse. It notes smokeless day hardship, Mitzi Hajos boosting morale, Cleveland curbs on cabarets, meteor fragments in Montana, Russia’s assembly stance, and dueling challenges in French politics. It also jokes about Colonel Roosevelt naming a successor to Baker.
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Roosevelt
Pape's Cold Compound Promises Quick Relief
Millions use it for colds and grippe, claim fast relief without inconvenience. Dose is two hours until three taken, easing head and chest congestion, runny nose, feverishness, sore throat, and sneezing. Priced cheap at drug stores, insist on Pape's with no substitutes.
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Pape
Grippe
Fee
New Overcoat Promises Warmer Protection for Soldiers
A uniform firm displays a new overcoat designed to keep soldiers warmer and allow quicker movement. It emphasizes better knee and leg coverage compared with the traditional overcoat, reducing hindrance during rapid action.
Tuberculosis Death Rate Declines Sharply Since 1900
Census data show tuberculosis deaths fell from 200.7 per 100000 in 1904 to 141.6 in 1916, a nearly 30 percent drop. Despite progress, tuberculosis caused 191,396 deaths in 1916, with 88,664 from pulmonary tuberculosis, remaining the leading killer after heart disease. Pneumonia deaths numbered 98,334 in 1916, and mortality from tuberculosis and pneumonia has fluctuated, yet tuberculosis declined steadily since 1900.
What Does “C” Stand for on U S Uniforms
Camp Lewis reports the curious case of a red letter C on a white patch worn by military correspondents. The tale follows the bewilderment of bystanders as they guess meanings such as camel or Christian and the humor of a public curious about the symbol.
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U.S
Camp Lewis
Tacoma
Seattle
California
Red Cross
Daily Star
Fate Deals Harshest Blow to the Guiltiest of Germans
A stark war era piece argues teachers writers and officials in Germany endure bare wages under arm mobilization. It condemns prewar privilege and links scholarly elites to propaganda, while wondering if these “shabby genteel” supermen still dream of world dominion.
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Hore
Germany
Ludwig Woltmann
von Tannenberg
Pro German Mexican Declared Insane Here
Guerra, a Mexican with pro German sentiments, has been committed to the Northern hospital for the Insane at Bedro Woolley. An insanity commission declared his partiality to Germany after examination. He is married and has lived in Seattle for eight months.
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KE. Guerra
Bedro Woolley
Germany
Guerra le
Seattle
St Jacobs Liniment Promises Fast Rheumatic Relief
Store ad touts St Jacobs Liniment for rapid relief from rheumatic pain, rheumatism, sciatica, neuralgia, lumbago, backache, sprains and swelling. Claims a one in fifty cases require internal treatment and promises skin-friendly, non staining soothing application. Palm soreness and stiffness vanish with a small trial bottle from the druggist.
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St. Jacobs
Dentist price comparison ad offers 20 percent cut
An advertisement claims a method to compare prices from any dentist and then earn a 20 percent commission. It promotes painless operations and references a new office at Third and Madison Street near the Theatre Bid.
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Eee
J. J. Brews
Mar
Com Theatre
Third
Madison St
Seven lawyers compete for Seattle mayoralty amid odd remarks
At noon today, a quirky tally notes 10,709,743 mentions of snow in Seattle. The race features seven lawyers and one real estate man. Comments urge Ole to win, while noting the oddity of seven lawyers chasing the office. The piece warns about slippery toboggan conditions and urges watchfulness on today’s toboggan and street conditions.
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Seattle
Ole
Household Hints from Mrs. E. D. K.
A column offers thrifty tips such as repurposing an old umbrella in place of a good one, using a stone stovepipe to sharpen knives, and cleaning dishes with shaving lather then wool cloth with talcum powder. It warns against cleaning ash pits with gasoline for fur naces.
Riddles and Wordplay From Curious Readers
A collection of quips and jokes about actors advertisers college presidents Indians cows and baking biscuits. The exchanges feature puns on drawing powers puffing goods well red men hide and lard avoiding shortage.
Tax Filing Urgency Narrowed To March First
A Seattle Star tax guidance column urges filers to submit income tax returns to the district collector by March 1. It covers penalties for late filing, fraud, and questions about exemptions, home purchases, and rental income, with sample Q and A on common scenarios.
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the Star
The
Star
Collector of Internal Revenue
Seattle Star
Mable
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Atel
Lloyd George
Permate
Mitzi Hajos
Hungary
France
Russia
Mr. Ho
Conti
St. Jacobs Liniment
Pike Street
Tailored Ready Co
E. ID. K's
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Coal Man
Hugo G
Clarence W
Glasses
Marcum Optical Co
First Avenue
Madison Street
Allence
Marmola Co
Woodward Ave
Detroit
Mich
Triton
Union Clerks
3Rd
Universit
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Los Angeles
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San Dieso
Multvomah
Wapama
M’cormick
Elliott
Boston Dental Company
Sipes
Boston Dental CO
Second Ave
Bon Marche
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