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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1913
Page
6
Philadelphia suffragists announce a new tradition for babies hereafter. The action calls that the first words taught after mamma and papa be Votes for Women as a public statement of support.
A advertising item touts simple hair care tips using common sense and care. It promotes Mothers Shampoo as a cleansing formula that removes parasites causing hair loss and claims a ten-pack costs 25 cents.
Public notice urges TB prevention and promotes Nature's Creation as a cure based on a testimonial from Miss Birdie H Cerny. It cites thousands affected in New York and nationwide deaths, urging awareness, early treatment, and address for orders in Seattle Washington.
William Welch, jailed for life six years ago for stealing a side of bacon, disappeared into oblivion until a year ago when he was moved to the criminal insane ward at Columbus State Hospital. A Newark scrap-book tale brought renewed interest two months ago, revealing his mind had unraveled from confinement and brooding over imprisonment.
After an all night battle, firemen halted a blaze that swept Kanda, a Tokyo suburb, destroying about 4000 houses. The damage was estimated at 5 million dollars. A Chinese student reportedly lost his life in the flames.
In Portland Oregon on February 20 the state neared resting its case in the vice scandal trial of E B McAllister a prominent attorney. Three witnesses Roy Kadel Kenneth Hollister and Louis Burns testified of alleged crimes against them while corroboration came from Harry Work. McAllister is expected to mount a land on his own defense.
London reports King George donated $1,000 to the Scott Polar expedition monument fund. The total raised now stands at $100,000 for Capt. Robert F. Scott and his four companions who perished.
State boosters from commercial groups head to Olympia this afternoon. They travel in three cars and a Tacoma folded car, totaling 110 delegates with more expected in Olympia to join for the Panama-Pacific effort.
The Senate rejects starting nonpartisan county elections and kills the short ballot plan for state and county. It favors a registration requirement by party for primary participation. It also refuses to investigate Steilacoom asylum concerns. House moves Seattle and Kitsap into the first congressional district with reapportionment bills advancing. Hearing on port bills continues.
Fire Chief Stetson accuses insurance companies of fueling a series of six incendiary fires in Seattle over ten days. He notes motives include gain and notes insurers sometimes pay losses quickly. Widespread fires have damaged property totaling around twenty thousand dollars with several cases unsolved or unlikely to yield convictions.
Special Olympia report notes dissatisfaction as Washington state congressional districts are reapportioned. Seattle remains within a separate district while King County loses part of its area to Seattle. other counties are reassigned across five districts as lawmakers push final passage.
The Montgomery school board enforces a rule prohibiting kissing among public school pupils as part of the anti tuberculosis campaign efforts.
Local egg dealers face loss as Petaluma eggs arrive at 22 to 24 cents retail after southern shipments cost 21 to 22 cents. Market trend shows a steady decline with experts revising storage cost estimates to 16 to 17 cents.
Dr Frederick Franz Friedmann, credited with a turtle serum cure for tuberculosis, applied months ago for U S patents. Patent office officials in Washington declined to discuss a Berlin cablegram confirming the patent applications.
Victoria B C February 20 Owners of the fishing schooner Bonita of Tacoma are deprived of their boat after Justice Martin orders confiscation. The Bonita was seized by the Canadian fisheries protection cruiser Newington for poaching off the west coast of Vancouver Island.
Portland voters show strong female registration with 652 women vs 168 men. Women list occupations including capitalists as the June election looms. Nearby in Darby Pennsylvania the Quaker meeting house and five other churches close due to a diphtheria and scarlet fever epidemic.
The Moving Picture Exhibitors League of Washington held its first annual convention with about 50 members. They voted to oppose Senator French’s proposal to close theatres on Sundays and to oppose exhibitions in saloons and cafes, calling the bill “small town” legislation driven by church influence.
The University of Southern California senior class votes to ban dancing at the college year end, calling it demoralizing and a distraction from studies. The move is recorded at a recent class meeting amid campus concerns and the popular rabbit roll and other dances are cited.
An advertisement touts a tasteless, safe remedy to curb liquor cravings without the drinker’s knowledge. It claims thousands cured and invites readers to request a free trial package by mailing a coupon.
Mrs Clare A. Leng filed for divorce from Dr Herman Leng accusing him of threatening to poison her. Married since 1909, she seeks alimony of 76 dollars a month with income reported between 400 and 500 dollars monthly. The complaint also alleges physical assault including tearing off her shirt.
J J Veriton of Low Angeles sent a check to Aneletant General Passenger Agent Claude Meldrum after recalling a ride stolen on a Great Northern train between here and Wenalther sixteen years ago. He asks credit for the amount to ease his conscience.
Los Angeles February 20. Jos Musgrove testified that Hert H. Franklin told him he would not go to the penitentiary for bribing Geo N. Laeckwood but would “also it to someone else” as the procedure. Under cross examination Musgrove admitted he merely inferred the remark from Franklin’s speech.
A grocery ledger lists prices for seafood, meats, dairy and produce. The column of entries includes items such as mackerel, halibut, salmon, herring, beef, pork and dairy products with prices per unit or per box, reflecting a bustling market in Westlake.
A garbled advertisement style text lists subscription expiry notices and address changes for THE STAN with prices per line and monthly rates. It includes contact lines for Main 460, Union St curios shop, collection agency details, and a prompt about uncalled for clothing deals at 1017 Pike St.
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