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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1916
Page
7
An essay notes how novelty invites ridicule, comparing public reaction to a wrist watch and to the preparedness idea. It argues many scoff at new notions due to misunderstanding and urges serious discussion by informed people to support reform.
The bird man C William Beebe has left New York to study wildlife in British Guiana. He believes science must be translated into language understandable by non experts and notes soil samples show stark fertility differences among Northern Temperate and Tropical regions.
Private Harry Dale faced crippling hip disease tuberculosis and asthma yet enlisted after seven tries. He fought in the English trenches and died at 22 after eleven weeks of service. His life rose from poverty through perseverance, proving a personal triumph over harsh beginnings.
Dorothea R asks if she should imitate popular married women to keep her husband, but A. G. urges her to stay true, stay informed, and engage with the world without losing her identity. Other readers seek guidance on summer schools, curfews, dating, and deciding whether a pursuing fiancé shows future potential.
Advert says dandruff vanishes after one or two uses as Danderine is rubbed into the scalp with fingertips. A 20 cent bottle is available at drug estores and stores, claiming hair loss and itchiness will cease after a few applications.
The Star prints endorsements praising Austin E Griffiths as a capable, honest, and diligent candidate. Norris lauds his selfless municipal study and commitment to economical, progressive city management. Other letters praise Oliver T Erickson and Chas G Colrf for their courteous, upright public service.
A brief motivational line noting that saving depends on will power rather than circumstance, suggesting belief in self can influence financial discipline.
A brief corporate filing lists James D. Hoge as president and N. B. Solner as vice president and trust officer alongside a stated capital of 4 percent and surplus of $800,000.
A letter argues incumbent Erickson and Gill failed Seattle. It accuses them of spending and high taxes, cites gambling, immorality, unemployment, and vacant stores. The writer endorses Austin FE Griffiths for mayor, claiming better leadership and outcomes.
Editor recalls a fierce debate between Mayor Gill and Councilman Erickson over budget mills. Erickson’s leadership allegedly burdens suburban districts with eight to nine annual payments for local improvements. Griffiths opposed the costly plan and drafted a 10 year payment ordinance with 6 percent interest.
A candidate for mayor promises progressive policies and unwavering public duty. He emphasizes independence, resisting bribery and banter, and staying linked to reform movements while remaining resolute and credible.
Robert Ankey, 36, died in Ligonier after slipping on his way home. His head struck a fence post, lodging in the fence paling and causing fatal strangulation.
Mulcahy remains jailed with no formal charge, while his wife Nora tells a neighbor that there is no charge and he is kept there free. Mrs Flynn asks what the charge would be, and the reply dismisses any charge.
The fragment shows a sign reading Dodge Brothers Motor Car and includes scattered names like RICHARD 'a. BALLINGER and HARRY WHITNEY TREAT. The text speculates on family driving ability and mentions an election under a question about partisanship.
Judge Brinker scolds lazy husbands in a mock court. Voters show neutrality in the election amid ambivalent chatter. A delicatessen shop sign seeks a curate willing to face occasional bombards, inviting applications from a vicar. A lighthearted cue suggests Justice Hughes may deny a nomination, hinting he must shave his beard for a clear view of his noes.
A vintage ad touts St Jacobs Oil as a quick cure for backache lumbago and sciatica. It claims gentle rubbing relieves soreness stiffness and pain with a harmless formula that won’t burn the skin and urges readers to buy a trial bottle from their druggist.
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