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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1915
Page
5
Saloonkeepers in Vancouver Washington received refunds totaling 4205 dollars for unexpired liquor permits after the promise that they would not seek licenses if the supreme court validated the local option election. Refunds were issued to 13 saloons.
Special notice to Seattle readers announces exclusive Seattle agency for Adler-i-ka a simple buckthorn bark glycerine mixture claimed to cleanse bowels. The ad touts instant action safety and claims one spoonful relieves almost any constipation with no geripes. It lists Swift Pharmacies Second Ave and Pike St and 245 Prosedway N.
Reports from Petrograd describe fierce German assaults along the Brura and heavy fighting north of the Vistula as Russians capture Skempe. Southwest of Warsaw Russian aviators bomb German positions while ground fighting near Gourtn Horsaymow and the Baura intensifies with stubborn, costly engagements. The campaign signals a renewed Russian push toward the Thorn fortress with gains near Skempe.
The Russian advance toward Konigsberg is halted after three days with no official Petrograd reports. Advices say czarist forces met superior enemy troops west of Pilkalien and were forced to pause north of Insterburg.
Paris Feb 4 German armies press violent attempts to break Allied lines from the coast to Arras. Heavy shelling around Nieuport, German gunners resume dropping shells into Furnes. Near Notre Dame Lorette German infantry in a lengthy duel against French trenches failed to break through. French gunners hold advantages around Arras and Bethune.
Wireless dispatch from Vienna reports Austro German troops in the Carpathians seized about 1,000 Russian prisoners and several machine guns after a dawn assault on a fortified mountain position. The capture was confirmed to London as of February 4.
Seattle’s public markets are praised as the best in the country by Lew Shank former Indianapolis mayor visiting with Mayor Gill. Shank credited with popularizing the market cost idea and praised Seattle’s adoption during a Thursday tour of the markets and boulevards.
The Belgian legation in Rome says a requiem mass honored 50 priests taken as hostages and shot, not those fallen in battle. The announcement clarifies the victims were executed rather than killed in combat.
Everett city commissioners approve a new ordinance making it a misdemeanor for rabbit owners to let rabbits roam beyond their own yard. The measure targets uncontrolled pet rabbits within the city limits on February 4.
In Vancouver on February 4 the Burrard Inlet Tunnel and Bridge Co. secured a contract to build a second Narrows bridge valued at over one million dollars, marking a major infrastructure project for the area.
Five candidates attended the University Community Club meeting plus one by proxy. Arguments favored municipal ownership of public utilities and opposition to the Renton line purchase. Diverse views on street improvements and utility funding reflected a split on how to manage city finances.
Twenty two applications were on file for the municipal court public defender post with a $150 salary. The brief notice notes the job opening and the city’s search for a suitable candidate.
A health claim touts four ounces of Jad Salts as a kidney flush and bladder irritant relief. It describes meat digestion overloading kidneys, advocates a tablespoonful daily in water before breakfast, and markets Jad Salts as grape and lemon acid plus lithia for a pleasant effervescent drink.
Chief Jader Halley reported outside help in an attempted jail break at King County Jail. A steel saw hidden in George Berry’s shirt cut bars, not the jail knife, and pliers were found in L. F. Dexear’s cell. Berry and Harry Rosen were convicted of robbery and face more charges. Authorities pursue confederates who smuggled the tools.
Seattle experts say inaccurate scales cost American buyers about 1 million dollars annually. The claim cites industry convention discussions on scale accuracy and consumer impact nationwide.
Advert alleges a miracle free eye prescription to restore sight without glasses. It promotes using Optona tablets dissolved in warm water and applied as eye baths twice daily, claiming rapid improvement and reduced inflammation, urging readers to act at local drug stores.
A speaker recalls being prematurely gray at 37 and claims at 34 hair has returned to natural color. The account asserts restoring gray hair to youthful shade without harsh dyes.
A reader asks how to disperse a rowdy youth club that harasses women walking the avenue. The response urges reporting to the chief and restoring order for safe, peaceful pedestrian passage.
Doctors report an epidemic of grip with distressing symptoms and kidney strain. Many victims suffer back and urinary troubles. Dr Kilmer Swamp Root advertised as a kidney liver bladder remedy. herbal formula said to heal kidneys after grip. Sample bottle offered by Dr Kilmer Co for ten cents. regular bottles priced at 30c and $1.00.
Advertises a homemade Pinex syrup remedy claimed to end chronic bronchial coughs. Pitches 21 ounces of Pinex mixed with sugar syrup as a cheap, long lasting cure touted to clear phlegm in 24 hours, with money back guarantee and seller details.
The text argues that judging a man by others is flawed and emphasizes women require clear intent before engagement. It warns that marriage is often a practical proposal and urges women to demand definite plans, suggesting keeping company with another suitor if doubt remains.
The Washington state senate reversed a prior vote to send the immigration bill with the literacy test back to President Wilson’s veto. A reconsideration passed the memorial 53 to 41, authored by Campbell of Everett, after party lines blurred during the suspension of rule debate.
The Japanese cruiser Asama ran aground on rocks near San Bartolome bay and likely will be a total loss, per a wireless from Admiral Howard to the navy department. The vessel, one of two Japanese cruisers that visited Seattle last June, had officers and men entertained by local organizations.
Soldiers in Kitchener's army nickname bacon and eggs as their ally and consume large amounts, driving up prices in Lorton. The notice highlights how demand from troops shifts local markets and costs.
A trial treatment will be mailed free to those who ask. Pyramid Drug Co located at 517 Pyramid Building in Marshall Michigan offers this program to interested individuals.
A vintage hair care advertisement promotes Sage Tea and Sulphur Compound as a remedy to darken gray hair, stop dandruff and itching, and improve hair’s thickness and luster. It suggests home preparation or a 50 cent Weyth’s product, claiming results by morning.
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