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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1920
Page
11
Seattle Red Cross appeals to all who can care for patients during emergency. Hundreds of patients need nursing assistance in and out of hospitals. Call Red Cross headquarters at 515 St to ask for Miss Reeder superintendent. Elliott 795 phone. A San Jose man touts five day fast and promises perfection if prices keep rising.
A tribute to the late Mrs. Frank Scott of the Bon Marche notes business rivals using their stores during funeral services on Tuesday. Frederick Nelson MacDougall Southwick Fraser Paterson J S Graham The Standard Furreen and Grunbaum Furniture Co participate, showing high character amid rivalry.
A critical editorial laments Congress revisiting wartime issues after the armistice. It warns of neglected reconstruction, investments, prices, and industry as lawmakers focus on past military charges. The piece urges attention to future needs and accountability for wartime decisions.
A fragment from a historical column includes jokes about police, musicians, and public figures, noting Ballard police arresting four poker players and other light items. It features quips about an orchestra director, a meat dealer touting pork, and various humorous questions and household hints.
The piece juxtaposes the seduction of power with the peril of conquest, noting how victory can corrupt and leave the victor craving domination. It likens such ambition to a devilish temptation, cites Alexander’s remorse after conquest, and ends by warning against aggressive, loud triumphs in campus politics.
Warning from Director Cholmeley-Jones of the bureau of war risk urges ex service men to beware unscrupulous voices trying to push private channels for Sam’s government insurance. Uncle Sam’s coverage remains permanent and superior to any private option.
Dr. Frank Crane argues Hoover should be president, praising his nonpartisan stance and record. He contends Hoover represents the public and gets things done, criticizing party politics and hysteria while highlighting European experience and practical leadership qualities.
An article explains that persistent nasal inflammation causes chronic nasal discharge, mucus, mouth breathing, snoring, and possible deafness. In dry catarrh the lining shrinks, breath smells foul, and the throat appears dry. Treatment should involve a competent physician and overall health. UNCLE SAM, M. D., offers guidance by column or mail.
The Star reports a newspaper vendor driven from three cramped rooms of a Jap owned apartment by a harsh landlord. She cannot pay the rent and faces homelessness as the article condemns the practice and calls for relief.
On February 10 summaries recall murders of John Comyn in 1306 and Henry Darnley in 1567, plus the 1768 Paris treaty ending the French and Indian War. Also noted are birth of Charles Lamb in 1775 and death of Cardinal de Solis in 1786, with brief biographical details.
An old advertisement touts Danderine as a hair tonic that cleanses dirt and grease while leaving hair soft glossy and vibrant. It claims to restore youthful color and shine, reduce dandruff, and prevent hair loss with regular use.
A letter accuses the fair rental committee of neglect and condemns eviction practices. The writer denounces Japanese newcomers as using American laws for personal gain, contrasts attitudes toward white Americans, and ends with a proverb about forgiveness and a personal remark about Alfred.
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