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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1914

Page

2

60 Newspapers Join In Search For Stolen Girl

Sixty newspapers from coast to coast join The Star in a coordinated hunt for Catherine Winters to maximize reader reach. The campaign aims to deter kidnapers and rapidly spread the case to millions, with rewards offered by many papers.

Catherine Winters Heveland Reese Teleda News Theeolumbue T'Ithaer Akron Preese Cincinnati Coeringteen KY Poont Philadelphia News Chloege Tray Hook Oklahoma News Dee Moines Francville Denver Dallas Houston Memphis Presse San Diego Fun Los Angeles Record Sacramento Star San Francisco News Portland News Tacoma Spokane Frees Omaha Paul Minneapolls News Newark Star Sayit Ste. Marie Mich Fort Wayne Mentine Milwaukee Journal Wilkes Barre Times Brooklyn Citheen Grand Rapide Drees Erie Herald Birmingham Ala Bouleville Herald Muskegon Chronicle Albany Springfield Isles State Journal Saginaw News Jackson Mich Citteen New Orleans Hhreveport Muskogee Times Democrat Detroit Peerta Til Journal Superior Wic Telegram Mary City Mieh Wichita New Haven Conn Madison Wis Journal Austin Tea Tribune Santa Fe

War With Japs? Tommyrot Says General Miles

Gen. Nelson A. Miles, former U S Army chief of staff, in Los Angeles with Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Straus, says talk of war with Japan is tommyrot. He calls California anti alien laws and arms embargo moves rational, notes army funding too small versus nations.

Los Angeles Nelson A. Miles U. S. Army America Japan Nathan Straus New York Miles Mexico

Three Men Blamed for Murders of Three Japanese

The coroner's jury in South Bend Washington ruled that three individuals are responsible for the deaths of three Japanese victims buried near Walville. Tony Mitsui foreman at Walville Lumber, Miyagawa and Yamamoto are named as those held responsible, with authorities tracking them in Lewis county woods.

South Bend Wash Walville Tony Mitsui Walville Lumber Company Miyagawa Yamamoto Lewis County Woods

Injured by Auto In Alaska Road Official Struck

Police seek driver of a mysterious automobile after it struck John Zug a Fairbanks Alaskan roads commissioner and U S engineer Monday night as he crossed Pike and Second Avenues at 810 East Denny Way. He woke in the Rainier Grand hotel unable to recall the moments before.

John Zug Fairbanks Alaska Alaskan Roads Commission U. S Pike At East Denny Way Rainier Grand Hotel

Chicago Man Slapped Wife Over Snoring Probed

An article notes a Chicago man was judged a brute for slapping his wife to rouse her from snoring so he could sleep. It condemns the act and argues gentle restraint should prevail over violence in domestic matters.

Chicago Lake Michigan

President Wilson Daughters Engagement Rumor Report

Washington February 18 The rumor that President Wilsons daughter Margaret is engaged to Boyd Plaher a New York retail worker circulated in circles but had no official confirmation and remains unverified today.

Washington Wilson Margaret Boyd Plaher New York

Sermon Cut Short by Rev A Smythe Palmer

London reports a sermon by the Rev A Smythe Palmer of Wanstead on the text The word was made flesh. The sermon of about 800 words was delivered in single syllable diction and cut short in an abrupt fashion.

London A. Smythe Palmer Wanstead

Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Promise Stomach Recovery

A vintage advertisement touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for poor digestion. It claims after meal use the tablet becomes part of digestive fluids, strengthens stomach and intestines, and even digests large amounts of food with a single grain. A box costs 50 cents and a week’s trial “will make you a new man.”

Stuart

What People Say What People Say on Valuables Value

A brief ad style line asks if paying a small yearly amount is worth claiming ownership of valuables. It promotes a service to say the same of your belongings, implying security or eligibility for protection.

Denver Water votes reject two franchise proposals

Complete returns from yesterday's election show both propositions submitted by the Denver Water company were defeated. The first sought renewal of the franchise for 20 years and the second asked voters to grant the franchise on a proposed charter amendment.

Denver Denver Water Company Firat

Admiral Evana Sails on Maiden Voyage to Alaska

The rebuilt steamship Admiral Evana of the Admiral line under Capt. M. M. Jensen departed from the Grand Trunk Pacific dock last night on its maiden voyage to Alaskan waters. The refit cost exceeded 100000 dollars and marks a significant milestone for the fleet.

Admiral Evana Admiral Line M. M. Jensen Grand Trunk Pacific Dock Alaskan

First National Bank Fairbanks In Strong Reserve Position

Have the cash Fairbanks Alaska Feb 18 The First National bank here has been placed on the worer roll as being an institution in better shape than the majority of banks in this country. Although the law requires that only 15 per cent of the total deposits be held in reserve the bank has between 50 and 60 per cent of the tail deposits in actual cash in its vaults.

Fairbanks Alaska First National Bank

Ballyhoo Wedding Promises Mock Nuptials Stir Indoor Street Fair

A satirical piece recalls Kiester predicting a dwarfs wedding at the Indoor Street Fair with “Admiral Atom” drawing crowd attention. The narrator chats with “Heavyweight Hilda” the Fat Girl about marriage, size, and warnings about small men, closing with a note on August 15 1914 style humor.

Kiester Karavan Kurios Admiral Atom Hilda

Worker Dies After Dirt Cave-In at Weet Lakeav

Charlies Recter, a laborer, was fatally injured in a cave-in at Weet lakeav this morning at 9 15. Rescue efforts by fellow workers uncovered him as he died before reaching City hospital. Officials report internal injuries as the cause. The county morgue is in charge of the body.

Weetlakeav Thomas Charlies Recter

Is Child Constipation Affects Feverish Behavior

A vintage product ad urges mothers to give California Syrup of Figs to relieve constipation in children. It claims quick relief from tummy sourness and lethargy, touts safety and popularity, warns against counterfeits, and directs readers to ask for a 60 cent bottle with printed directions for all ages.

California California Fil Syrup Company

Jad Salts Promoted for Kidney Health and Bladder Relief

An advertisement extols Jad Salts as a safe inexpensive remedy to flush clogged kidneys and soothe bladder disorders. It claims four ounces dissolved in water daily before breakfast cleanses kidneys, neutralizes urine acids, and improves overall health, with testimonials from a local druggist.

Can I Be Mayor Close Up Booze Shop West Says

Salem February 18 Gov West advised J J Simon mayor elect of Monument to quit the saloon business. Simon asked if serving as mayor would be unwise. The governor urged quitting the liquor trade rather than leaving office saying the mayor position honors you and may lead to better things.

West Salem

County Bids Opened for $950,000 Courthouse Bonds

County commissioners review seven bids from bonding firms for the courthouse issue. Bids opened yesterday with awards postponed for a week. Dexter Horton Trust & Savings Bank and John B. Price & Co. appear strongest amid higher bids than last year prior to legal troubles.

Dexter Horton Trust & Savings Bank John B. Price & Co

Suit over death of Dr Rininger heard in federal court

Mrs Nellie Rininger claims Puget Sound Electric Co caused her husband Dr BE M Rininger’s death on July 26 1912 at Riverton crossing when his auto was struck by a train. The hearing before Federal Judge Cushman concerns a $300900 suit.

Cushman Nellie Rininger Puget Sound Electric Co BE. M. Rininger Riverton Crossing

Lawsuit over water pressure for Enumclaw opera house fire

Joseph Krusikowaki sues Enumclaw Water and Light Co alleging failure to supply water under pressure to the Enumclaw Opera House during a fire. The building burned January 1. Krusikowaki seeks damages for breach of contract and resulting losses.

Enumclaw Water & Light Co Enumclaw Opera House Joseph Krusikowaki

Boy's Leg Breaks in Fall From Delivery Auto

Four year old Frank Ames son of F. O. Ames of Seneca suffered a broken leg yesterday after falling from the sidewalk while trying to jump onto a Hollywood Gardens delivery auto driven by D. S. Harris. The incident occurred at Seventh and Senecast streets.

Frank Ames F. O. Ames Seneca Sf Hollywood Gardens D. S Harris Seventhay Senecast

Twin Stomachs Shown by X Ray in 19 Year Old Patient

Geneva report notes a 19 year old boy in a local hospital with twin stomachs revealed by X ray. The article mentions Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Charlebois of Seattle who are clerks in a U S quartermaster station and plan to sail for Manila aboard the transport Dix to work there.

Geneva Switzerland C. L. Charlebois United States Quartermaster’s Seattle Manila Dix

Swamp Root Credited By Nebraskan Patient

Ek B Tingle of Tecumseh Nebraska praises Dr Kilmer Swamp Root for kidney trouble relief after a druggist recommendation. The letter, sworn Dec 4 1911, states the product is the king of kidney remedies and grants publication consent. Smith Drug Company adds certification of purchase.

Swamp-Root Ek. B. Tingle Tecumseh, Neb C. BE. Smith E. B. Tingle Swamp Root of Smith Drug Company Tecumseh

Swamp Root Promise and Kidney Information Offer

An old advertisement invites readers to send ten cents to Dr. Kilmer & Co. for a sample Swamp-Root bottle and a booklet about kidneys and bladder. It notes additional sizes of regular fifty cent and one-dollar bottles available at drug stores and requests mention of Dept. A.

Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghamton, N. Y

Krinke Piano School Moves to Larger Quarters

The Krinke Piano School, opened in the Empress theatre building a few months ago, has outgrown its space and will relocate to Pine and Broadway. The new two-story site features one large assembly hall and ten individual instruction rooms.

Krinke Piano School Empress Theatre Pine and Broadway

Indigestion remedy touts bisulated magnesia cure

An advertisement urges relief for dyspepsia and stomach irritation by neutralizing stomach acidity with bisulated magnesia after meals. It claims the remedy calms acid, reduces belching and bloating, and improves sleep and digestion without drugs. The note portrays hyper acidity as the root cause and promotes regular dosing.

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