Shipbuilding Scandal Sparks Public Outcry in 1917 Era
Attorney General Gregory and Chairman Hurley attack the Hog Island plant amid charges of misused funds and delayed ship production. Investors from the American International Corporation faced criticism for inflated salaries, land costs, and inefficiency as government spending continued without keel laid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gregory
Hurley
Hog Island
Mammoth Cave
American International Corporation
Dn Vanderlip
Ogden Armour
Wm. E. Corey
Pierret
Otto Kahn
Percy Rockefeller
Charles Stone
of & Webster
American Tional Shipbuilding Corporation
Commerce Committee
Stone & Webster
Bol Pasha
Can We Do Less Prepare to buy third Liberty Loan Bonds
A state message led by Chairman Swalwell urges prompt purchase of the third Liberty Loan bonds. It argues Americans must not do less than their share and notes the global war effort since 1914.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swalwell
Sam
Mary E. Rausch A Northwest home economics leader dies
Mary E. Rausch of the state university home economics extension division died after an operation in a Seattle hospital. In years she taught thousands of Northwest women how to improve home life. Her lectures were clear and her manner refined, and she led a vigorous campaign to bring education to the people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary E. Rausch
State University Home Economy Extension Division
Seattle
Northwest
Hair fashion and a mix of old time attitudes
A fragmented column on hair cuts as social signals among single men and married men, with riffs on temperance, old time figures, and odd anecdotes about clocks and swagger sticks. It blends humor with social commentary and meandering reminiscences from a bygone era.
Psalm Parody and Local News From Kearney Neb
A comic verse parodies Psalm style about a Ford car and tow, followed by notices and odd clippings. Included are a wood River Nebraska farm help ad and a Berlin Russia war headline with comments on German tactics. Also mentions Y M C A workers in France facing re drafted service.
Kerensky era Russia exposed by agent report
An agent attached to the Petrograd Military District recounts Russia’s collapse due to czarist corruption. He argues Russia quit fighting before the revolution, blaming inefficient and treasonous ruling elites who sold soldiers to the enemy as war pressures mounted. The piece portrays a grim, war-weary nation and hints at broader upheaval ahead.
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Mollitor
A. B&b
Neushel
University of Petrograd
University of Paris
Tunisia
Huasia
Kereneky
Russia
Yraeterday
Museia
Tolstoy
Ruseia
Tolatoy
Kerensky
Fleet Reserve
Riga
St. George Why
Cear’w
War Industries’ Board
Sturmer
Austria
Duma
Bathing Habits Uphold Skin Health In All Seasons
A health note explains how skin regulates body heat through blood flow and sweat glands. Regular bathing in tepid or cold water, daily if possible, keeps glands working and maintains moisture, while harsh soaps can dry and irritate the skin especially with winter clothing.
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Ekin
Income Tax Puzzles and Revolutionary Context
Reader questions about 1917 income tax status and filing rules are answered, noting MARITAL STATUS at year end and that living expenses are not deductible. The column also references Russia’s war effort, Kerensky era reforms, and widespread distrust of czarist misrule amid food and supply shortages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collector of Internal Revenue
What Causes Nasal Polyps in Chronic Inflammation
Miss L N asked about polyps in the nose. Chronic inflammation of the nasal mucous membrane often forms a polyp due to neglected infections of the nose.
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L. N
Own Your Home Poster Contest Promotes Civic Campaign
The Own Your Home committee launches a poster contest with 25 for first prize 10 for second and 5 for third. Posters must be 18 by 36 inches bearing only the slogan and artist name. Submissions due March 10 to Ned Edrin 4042 Arcade Building. Judges include Harlan Thomas Hamilton A Wolf and Irene Ewing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ned Edrin
Arcade
Harlan Thomas
Hamilton A. Wolf
Mise Irene Ewing
Army Officers Buy Horses From Ranchers
Portland reports Capt. F. S. Von Stade and Lieut Weeks of the U S Army remount station Fort Keogh Mont began direct purchases from eastern and central Oregon ranchers to supply horses and mules. Payments are fixed at 125 dollars per cavalry horse and 216 dollars per mule with settlement on selection. Previously horses were bought through commission men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
von Stade
Co. C. Weeks
U. S. Army
Fort Keogh
Mont
Oregon
Name Change and End of Ties to Painless Austin, Inc
Dr P L Austin states he promoted and incorporated Painless Austin Inc then formed United Painless Dentiata Company at Third Avenue and James Street. He says he severed ties with Painless Austin on November 19 1917 and clarifies he is no longer at the original Third Avenue location. He advertises new offices at Third Avenue and James Street with hours and contact details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Painless Austin, Inc
Third Avenue
Vike Street
United Painless Dentiata Company
James Street
Pike Street
Guamesa
BP. L. Austin
United Painless Dentists
Jamen
Elliott
Moura
Addrona
Birth Control Urged By Physician For Healthier Future
Dr Paul Sandfort calls for legalized recognition of birth control to reduce child mortality and allow mothers to restore health between pregnancies. He argues sterility options could be used under medical judgement to protect both mother and child while addressing wartime population needs.
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the Star
Carel
Paul Sandfort
34Th Ave
Seattle
Speculator eyes gains in a volatile market run
The speaker boasts of bullish plays in steel, hardware, and sugar while urging quick buys and high margins. He mentions targeting kerosene and alcohol stocks, warns of market easing, and hints at aggressive bets across sectors in a nationalist tone. He admits past raids and bold moves in speculation.
Labor Committee Plans Greeting for Russian Envoy
The Central Labor Council names a joint committee to coordinate with other groups for Prof. George V. Lomonossoff head of the Russian trade relations mission who will speak at the Hippodrome at 3 p.m. Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Labor Council
George V. Lomonossoff
Hippodrome
Lawyers Hear Talk On Excess Profits Tax
R D White of Price Waterhouse spoke on War Excess Profits and Income Taxes at the Seattle Bar Association monthly dinner in the Masonic club rooms Arcade building. About 100 members attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. D. White
Price, Waterhouse & Co
Seattle Bar Association
Masonic Club
Arcade
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Memner
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Laagur
Telearapa Newe Service of the
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Wash
Postoffice
Star Publishing Co
D. IK
S.’. Colyum
Drake
Timothy
This
John L. Sullivan
Santa Fe
Albuquerque
BK. J. W
Seco J
Mihuvet
Ford
House of the Insane
Cleveland
Nat Goodwin
Kearney
Neb
E. F. Good
Wood River
Berlin
Germany
Bob Pasha
Chicago
France
United States
Czar
A. Ss. Neushel
Petrograd Military District
Hussia
Kassia
Etta Dorion
Ogdensburg
Wis
Lydia E. Pinkham
E. Pinkham
Marie Bovp
Canton
Ohio
Lydia E. Pinkhams
C PP
Burnett
Ned Edris
Chamber of Commerce
Seattle Real Estate Association
Union Street
My Name Is
Dr. P. L. Austin
Union Store
Union Clerks
Dres
Eee
Siah Ee
Editor's Mail
Edmund Vance Cooke
Gary
Behwab
Jenkings Hardware Store
I. D
Newspaper Enterprise Association
Labor Committee
Miverten
Bellingham Chemical Company
E. Holly &J
Bellingham, Wash
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