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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1917
Page
4
Chloe and Alex deepen their bond amid family pressures as Chloe worries over commitments to her lover and family. Alex proposes funding the plot and fence himself, promising to care for the family cause while he stays with a benefactor on Long Island.
A former inmate recounts his journey from Walla Walla prison to the honor camp. He details working in the jute mill and kitchen, four months in the camp before release, and the resolve to reform. He urges society and the governor to improve conditions for inmates and offers to assist others.
Senator Ralph Metcalf of Pierce proposes a state sanctioned cooperative rural credit system to give loans on character security. Neighbors bank savings and fund loans with one paid officer, offering lower interest rates and higher deposit returns, with loans limited to bank members and endorsed by two neighbors after character review. The plan mirrors European and Canadian models.
In Seattle, red-haired girls are said to radiate more joy and become increasingly popular, according to local chatter and social vibes. The trend note hints at personality and charm associated with hair color.
The writer notes Norway Sweden Denmark and Holland face hard choices as long blockades threaten profitable trade. They could endure reduced profits if losses stay manageable while hunger grows in Germany. The Kaiser faces mounting pressure and Sen Fairchild seeks a nickel in the slot telephone fee, prompting questions for the service commission.
The piece portrays E. Hughes praising the president while noting his past support for Wilson and his policies. It argues Hughes lacks partisanship, citing his wartime stance and earlier endorsements as proof, and contemplates ongoing political caution and personal health remarks about Thaw.
A New York court report details annual support for child John Jaco Astor at 29,000 dollars amid items including 5,750 dollars for toys and 6,523 dollars for doctors. The text laments expenses by lawyers and doctors, notes war-driven price rises, and mentions the Alaska Queen serving as a Kansas City girl.
Arthur asks how to pursue an ice industry job and is advised to branch out. A humor page presents quips about war, luck, staff officers, wealth, and zones, with several jokes about everyday life.
An advertisement extols Know ton's Danderine claiming dandruff removal in minutes and new hair growth after weeks. It asserts the product makes hair look fuller, lighter, and more lustrous and urges purchase of a cent bottle from drug stores or toilet counters to prove its effects.
Congress approved 500000 for roads trails and bridges in Alaska but rejected 100000 requested by Col Nichardson chair of the Alaska road commission for a Gastineau channel bridge at Juneau. The decision leaves the Gastineau channel crossing unfunded despite the highway program.
In the morning Chloe pursues a family plan to raise funds for perpetual care of the fence and grass. She visits Uncle Harry who agrees to donate generously, encouraging her by noting she has much more to learn and to persevere.
A hippo named Murphy at the zoo had a baby hippo Congo raised by keeper Bill Snyder. Murky Murphy resembled a wild actress as Congo was sold to a circus down south. Visitors recall Bill failing to coax Congo from the cage until a mirror trick lured the workers to remove Congo unseen by Murphy.
Ellen Leadbetter was granted a divorce on grounds of non support. Testimony showed she objected to frequent remarks from her husband about arriving home late from work and facing repeated upbraidings during their marriage.
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