Thrift Stamp Opportunity Cited by Mail Carriers
A reader notes you can buy a thrift stamp from your mailman and collect the full cash value later. The column questions why people would save money with the government when stamps offer cash value.
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1918
Page
7
Army men find shared home in Knights of Columbus and Y M C A
At Camp Lewis national army men receive no sectarian barriers and can write home in Knights of Columbus or Y M C A spaces. Catholics find a home in the K of C building and Protestants in the Y M C A, fostering unity and morale as Pershing urged expansion of aid. Seattle reports a mild winter and grateful residents for the weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Army
Knights of Iding
Camp Lewis
Mae
Knights Columbus
K. of C
American National Army
Pershing
Knights of Columbus
Qumen’s Christian Association
The International Custom Cutters Then and Now
A fragmented column humorously critiques fashion standards and the notion of "Sunday clothes" in a tongue in cheek style. The piece mentions the I C C A of A and mocks neglect in dress while urging readers to style with caution. References to Florida and office outings appear in a scattered context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kleep
International Custom Cutters’ Association of Amerapa
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Chamber of Commerce eyeing policy on Germany trade war
The United States Chamber of Commerce proposes notifying German authorities that American business will sever relations to pressure Germany. It argues this could influence a second world war outcome through industrial interference, while noting a $150 million trade balance against Germany and Kaiser plans. Also mentions Dutch shipyard output and Seattle campaign asks $15,000 for a war fund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Chamber of Commerce
Germany
United States Chamber
United States
Blood Purifier 8.8.8. Claims to Cleanse Scrofula
An advertisement touts 8.8.8 a time tested blood purifier that allegedly removes scrofula and inherited impurities. It promises thorough cleansing of the blood, restoration of vigor, and offers free medical guidance via Swift Specific Co. Address provided for correspondence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swift
The Courageous Life of Ole Hanson on the Prairie
A feature recalls Ole Hanson’s dramatic journey from a paralyzed man refused by doctors to a walking pioneer. It describes his Norwegian ancestry, playless boyhood, self made rise in Wisconsin and Seattle, and his unyielding fight for labor and democracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ole
Hanson
Bianson
L--Iad
Haneon
Wisconsin
Nad
Texas
Commonwealth
Racine
Seattle
Montana
Toll
Ile
Beacon Hill
Beattie
Beacon Bill
Ole Hanson
Beattle Folka
Meadows
Senate
Mners
Supreme Court
Square
Labor
Central Labor Council
Organized Labor
Sam Sadler
U. S
Han~son
Defects Reveal Draft Health Crisis and Civic Reform
The piece argues high draft rejections signal preventable diseases and the need for annual physicals and healthy habits. It notes a meeting for Company D 10list U S infantry and praises Ole Hanson for anti gambling, nine-hour shifts, pension bills, eight hour laws, and labor reform efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Army
Collage of Names From Dispatches and Places
Dispatch chatter from Copenhagen recalled by readers. Freestone of Pangor Michigan and W L Drybread a Nevada Iowa midshipman at Annapolis. Professor O K Horing of Ohio Wesleyan to teach French at Camp Sheridan. Coleman DuPont buys the Waldorf Astoria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coleman DuPont
Waldorf-Astoria
The Proposal and a Comic Misstep in Love
A sentimental scene shows a man confessing deep devotion and plans for marriage yet bungling his words in a clumsy movie style proposal. The piece contrasts romantic ardor with a humorous, awkward request that veers into playful confusion.
Manly Explains Income Tax Basics In Plain Terms
Basil M. Manly presents a plain language guide to calculating 1917 net income. He outlines sources of gross income, dividends, deductions for interest taxes losses and charitable contributions, and explains personal exemptions for unmarried and married with dependents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Basil M. Manly
Modern Wizard in Ohio Promises Instant Corn Relief
An Ohio promotional pitch touts Freezone as a painless remedy for all corn types and calluses. It claims instant relief with a tiny amount applied to the skin and removed with fingers, urging readers to buy from their druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cipginney
Editor Star Seeks Farm Labor Reform in Letter
G Green, a farm worker, argues farm labor conditions push workers to abandon rural posts. He cites early rising, lack of meals, and alarms by car, urging better conditions to retain workers and allow city work eight hours. He questions the divide between rural and urban labor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Middle West
G. Green
Look at Child's Tongue For Signs Of Illness
Urges mothers to inspect a sick child's tongue for coating and signs of stomach and liver distress. Recommends California Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative to relieve constipation and restore vitality, warns against counterfeit products, and directs asking for the genuine brand on the bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Income tax questions clarify filing thresholds
A reader details wages of 1176.46 and assets totaling 565 with a 280 lot. The tax guide says net income under 2000 for 1917 means no return required. Other siblings with combined income under 1800 and a minor with no 1000 net income also not obligated to file. A single earner with 790 total and 12 months under 1000 net income likewise avoids filing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postal Savings Bank
Japanese Mission Departs for East to Attend Conference
The Japanese military mission leaves Seattle and heads east for Europe to represent Japan at an inter allied conference. Members include Dr P Inaba of Tokyo military medical school Commander Oyamada Lieut Commander Toyoshima and Lieut Commander Kasuya, all from the Japanese navy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Japan
Europe
East
P. Inaba
Tokyo Military Medical School
Oyamada
Toyoshima
M. Kasuya
Knights of Pythias to Hold Farewell in Queen City Lodge
Queen City lodge No. 10 of the Knights of Pythias will host a members only farewell entertainment Monday evening. It will be the final gathering before consolidation with No. 51, soon to take place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. OF P
Queen City Lodge No. 10
No. 51
Drink Hot Tea for a Bad Cold
An old remedy claims a small dose of certain herbs with breast tea mixed in boiling water aids colds and grip. The author promises quick relief by opening pores, relieving congestion, loosening bowels, and cites plant-based, inexpensive safety.
Invention for Rupture Kept on 60 Days Trial
The Cluthe rupture holder offers a two month guaranteed trial with no cost if it fails to prevent or relieve rupture. It emphasizes long testing, risk-free evaluation, and claims extensive use in 300,000 cases with many patents.
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Cluthe
Cocatves
Ome
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