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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1918
Page
9
A wartime appeal urges swift victory through government support and thrift stamps. The message highlights patriotic funding as a path to end the conflict quickly and stresses thrift stamp investment as a practical aid.
In a war era reflection critics praise Mr Britling Sees It Through for comradeship. Fathers are urged to take sons to a Monday night banquet at the Masonic Temple with tickets 50 cents through the Chamber of Commerce Y M C A Newsboys' anton Temple Boy Scouts Knights of Columbus and Hebrew groups. State official Hebberd backs wheat substitute action as community leaders urge broader family responsibility.
The article endorses T H Botton for reelection, noting his early attacks by Mayor Hiram Gill as a rabid red and his subsequent one term of service. It highlights Botton as a constructive force, aiding many projects, with the Star’s endorsement and broad citizen support. It also mentions rumors about Police Gordon in a petty larceny case and a $50 fine reflecting Seattle spirit.
A terse note urges filing a bill to let voters in Seattle decide the issue of selections. It calls for gathering enough signatures in the next weeks before the city election. The appeal asks if the right men are ready to lead the campaign and to act immediately.
A nostalgic advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as quick relief for dyspepsia. It claims the remedy stops fermentation and acidity within minutes, easing gas bloating and sour stomach after meals. The large case costs fifty cents at drug stores and is promoted as safe and gentle for all ages.
A critical analysis discusses the spurios versenkt policy in German submarine warfare and the German public's response. It cites Professor Flamm, wartime propaganda, and the Kaiser’s messaging, noting limited public knowledge in America and the use of prisoner parades to shape perception.
Rambled notes question Ralph Horr Dee Matthews and Governor Lister. Raises talk of the public service commission Lister appointees plans and Ernest Lister. Asks who would replace Charlie Sullivan as police captain and ponders a married man saving on thrift stamps amid rent constraints.
A Lynn Massachusetts resident describes years of fatigue dizziness and neuralgia due to anemia. After overwork and failed medical care she uses Dr Williams Pink Pills and reports rapid improvement with regained health and occasional use as a tonic. The pills aim to build blood and are sold nationwide by the Dr Williams Medicine Co.
A vintage ad claims a dose every two hours for up to three doses cures a cold quickly. It promises rapid relief from stuffy nose discharge sore throat headache and feverishness and touts the product as inexpensive and easy to take. Consumers are urged to buy the genuine article at drug stores.
If you have catarrh or head noises go to your druggist get Parmint double strength. Take with hot water and a little sugar four times daily. This method often brings relief from distressing head noises and nasal throat discomfort. Those with catarrh are advised to try this treatment.
Ad promoting Swift Specific Co 8. B. B. blood medicine claims pure blood fortifies the body against disease and boosts vitality. It urges readers to buy bottles at a drug store and offers medical advice from Chief Medical Adviser at Swift Laboratory Atlanta Georgia.
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