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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1916
Page
5
A humorous reflection on hats contrasts old hats with new plug hats. The piece favors worn, companionable headgear and mocks the aloofness of a new plug hat, ending with a clear moral against being a plug hat.
The Appam incident is praised as a brilliant naval feat crossing enemy lanes with a prize crew. Critics note the humane treatment of captives and the courteous conduct by Germans, drawing admiration even from British officers and passengers like Sir Edward Meriwether. The piece highlights the contrast to brutality.
The article accuses the Municipal League investigating committee of rushing its report to print to push an endorsement for H. M. Caldwell for corporation counsel. C. F. Riddell, former Caldwell partner and committee chairman, leads a desperate move. George E. Wright, league president, is also Caldwell’s law partner.
Chairman Reynolds states the Chamber of Commerce will join the campaign for equal tourist rates in the Northwest. The group delayed action after learning of Southern railroad discrimination two and a half years ago despite accepting funds from those railroads. The Star expects full, wholehearted effort if the chamber enters the fight to serve Northwest residents. A bachelor’s aim is marriage, while a woman forgives sins of omission more than commission.
A long reader Q A page covers wartime history mention of the hundred years war and a motherly debate on parenting. It also includes home care tips from a machinist wife and responses about oysters purity law, divorce guidance, gluten bread recipe, and high school books.
A New York physician claims nuxated iron can raise strength of delicate individuals by 200 percent in ten days. He warns many illnesses stem from iron deficiency in the blood and explains a simple test to gauge fatigue and how iron supplements restore vitality.
A vintage advertisement touts Nuxated Iron as a powerful nerve and stomach strengthener. It claims dramatic boosts in strength within four weeks, offers a $100 charity pledge, and guarantees doubling strength in ten days with no serious organic issues, listing Ow! Prue Co and Bartell Drug Co as distributors.
An advertisement touts Knowlton's Dandeline as a 26 cent remedy to beautify hair, stop dandruff, and prevent hair loss. It claims rapid results including shinier, thicker hair and new growth with regular use, plus a cloth-dabbing method for cleansing.
A political column warns that nominating Hughes risks turning the Supreme Court into a presidential stepping stone and transforms the court into a seat for office pursuit. It argues such a shift would undermine judicial independence and federal governance in a revolutionary way.
A colorful editorial notes Clarence Gerald's mayoral bid with a liberty plea contrasting Patrick Henry and a self described pro liberty platform. It recalls his First Ave restaurant near Marion and past saloon business in Butte and graft testimony in Yee ler way case.
A promotional line urges viewers to improve liver and bowel health to feel better and enjoy life. The message emphasizes biliousness and sickness as problems to address with lifestyle changes.
Promises relief from dizziness bad breath and sour stomach by taking Cascarets. Claims mild effect unlike calomel, no next day sickness. Suggested for adults and children, with emphasis on harmlessness and ease of use.
An advertisement touts a method to create natural looking curls without heat. It recommends liquid stimerine sold at drug stores, claiming it yields soft, wavy hair that lasts weeks. Apply with a clean toothbrush before bed for the desired效果.
The piece notes a fashion trend favoring Spanish styles with gowns inspired by Goya Velasquez and the opera Goyescas. It describes lace mantillas, bright primary tones, wired hips, tight boned bodices, and accessories like back combs and fans. It playful critiques dye shortages and hair trends while praising the Spanish look.
The Sui Sun Tong hosts the New Year celebration Tuesday night while Hop Sing Tong will do the honors tomorrow. Thursday brings a unification by all tongs and families to end the festivities. On Monday night hundreds of Chinese residents fire fireworks at Eighth Ave and King St.
From an Oklahoma Weekly report the piece notes true sisters recount old fashion routines now linked to militiamen. Alf Hemminga joins the militia company while Will Anderson works as a hotel bellboy in Ten Chi. Milton Simme joins Tulea police and Amos Smith enlists in the U S Army.
A satirical collection of household tips and mismatched advice. It contrasts a faux hot water test with absurd child care suggestions and cites quips about bad eggs and gossip. The piece ends with a brag about a cold bath routine.
Shelbyville Tennessee mother Mrs. C W Wilson credits Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin with relieving baby Woodrow's severe constipation. The laxative is described as a mild, non narcotic herbal remedy still sold for fifty cents a bottle, with free trial bottles offered by mail from Dr W Caldwell in Monticello Illinois.
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