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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1915
Page
4
A cryptic description notes Diana Dillpickles in a four reel screecher film starring a bashful youth and a saleswoman sister or fiancée. A judge comments on the unsettled question of her eventual role or status.
A committee report adopted by the Commercial Club condemns Senate Bill 46 as a ruinous measure stripping state residents of contract rights and eroding home rule for cities while hindering municipal utilities profits. It warns of broad political influence by public utilities shaping gubernatorial appointments and election outcomes.
The piece muses on the migrating frontier of civilization from the Euphrates valley to the globe’s edges. It compares ancient expansion, future frontiers, and the role of youth, cattle range imagery, and underdeveloped agriculture in prewar France as a metaphor for untapped potential.
The passage critiques a test of literacy as an illiterate definition and warns that unreadable business letters would upset the inventor of the term. It argues that the United States cannot rely on everyone’s skill at reading and writing if the country welcomes all to its shores.
An old advertisement touts Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as a kidney and blood purifier for conditions like backache, rheumatism, gall stones, and bladder issues. It claims rapid action and offers a money back guarantee via The Owl Drug Company.
A miscellaneous page features Q and A with Mr. Cynthia Grey on topics from frugal finances and wig advice to dealing with a noisy pet population and sartorial tips. It includes light humorous exchanges, stray reader inquiries about jobs and household matters, and a brief note on five people injured in a San Francisco automobile crash.
An old remedy ad claims the backache lumbago and sciatica pain can be cured by rubbing St Jacobs Oil into the skin. It argues kidneys do not cause back pain and promotes instant relief and harmless application from a druggist.
A vintage advertisement touts Musterole as a ready relief for sore chest congestion and colds. It claims better than mustard plasters with no blistering and lists multiple ailments it purportedly eases. Available in 260 and 60 cent jars and a hospital size for $2.60 from The Musterole Company, Cleveland, Ohio.
A student calls spoonsing the king of outdoor sports amid campus chatter. University happenings include a Valentine dance at Douglas hall, a kitchen demonstration on meals for 70 cents, and multiple meetings and retirements noted around Seattle and surrounding areas.
An advertisement extols TIZ foot soak for sore feet Cites relief and 25 cent price. Nearby text discusses infant nutrition breast feeding and proper early childhood diet, stressing milk meat vegetables and avoiding stimulants, promoting soft yet hardy development.
The Belgian Government informs compatriots that conscripts from classes 1890 to 1914 are recalled for service. Those unable to cover costs will be assisted by the Belgian Government. Visit Vice-Consul Joseph Hertogs at Chancellerie No 223 Lyon Building 3rd Avenue Seattle for details.
City Engineer Mulholland of Los Angeles advised converting lakes in municipal parks into sunken gardens for healthier park use. The proposal aims to create accessible green spaces while preserving surrounding recreation areas.
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