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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1917

Page

3

Baker twins win red headed popularity contest in city

The Baker twins Betty and May captured top votes totaling 859,517 to win the red hair popularity contest. Jessie Welch and Luthean Fraser followed with 466,734 and 281,733 votes respectively as the six leading contestants earn entry to the British American Relief ball at the Masonic Temple.

Joasie Welch Paria Luthean Fraser Sidney Exchange Baker Twins Hakerina Masonic Temple Betty May Boldt’s Jessie Welch Paris Hat Shop Fourth Ave Ae? Exchange Sadie Leach Lion Oyster House Helen McKenzie Bistave Kyer Broadway Laundry Ees Gladys Fuller Alice Cannon Anna Millward Latona Aggie Essendrop BVO. B. Nc Ccaessier Svcceres Lulu Matthey Knight's Marjorie Farrow Grace Powers Frederick & Means

Bronze Youths To Meet Home Folks At 4 P M

Seattle mothers and families greet Field Company A signals troops returning from seven months on the border. 100 bronzed youths dismount at Union depot at 4 p m to be welcomed by coast artillery and infantry, with a 8 p m armory program, wreaths, dances, and multiple patriotic events across the city marking Washington's birthday.

Seattle Field Company A Field Signal Corps Washington Union Depot Vancouver Barracks Coast Artillery Infantry Armory Liberty

Osteopaths Appeal for Fair Deal Law

A letter to The Star argues for an amendment to require the state medical board to test osteopathic physicians in surgery and grant external antiseptics anesthetics and antidotes rights. It cites hospital training facilities in Kirksville Des Moines Chicago Los Angeles and Macon and notes licensing parity with M D physicians since 1909.

Composite Medical Board Washington Kirksville American College of Osteopathy Still College of Osteopathy Des Moines Chicago College of Osteopathy Cook County Code of Osteopathic Physicians Los Angeles Los Angeles County American School of Osteopathy Still-Hildreth Sanatorium Macon

Cascarets Ad Targets Women and Girls for Constipation Relief

An old advertisement urges girls and women to take Cascarets for constipation and bilious symptoms. It promises improved liver function, clearer breath, and a rosy complexion, claiming a 10 cent box at drug stores and safety for children when cross or feverish.

Bonola

Drinks Gasoline and Seeks Insurance in Denver Case

Mrs. Emma Shumway, widow of Edmund E. Shumway former Rocky Mountain Fuel president, sues an Eastern accident insurer in Denver district court claiming her husband died after drinking a glass of gasoline mistaken for water. The suit seeks $10,000 in damages.

Denver Emma Shumway Edmund E. Shumway Rocky Mountain Fuel Company Eastern Accident Insurance Company

Boilermakers Union Dance In Seattle Draws Crowd

The Seattle chapter of the Boilermakers Shipbuilders and Helpers union held its second semiannual dance at Redmans hall located at Fourth Avenue and Pine Street Wednesday night drawing a sizable crowd from local trades.

Seattle the Boilermakers, Shipbuilders and Helpers’ Union Redman's Hall Fourth Ave Pine St

Unnoted Hen Mention in Old Testament References

The text notes that the hen is not mentioned in the Old Testament but appears in the Gospel accounts Matthew 23:37 and Luke 13:34. It highlights the contrast between Old Testament absence and New Testament reference.

Psychic Power booklet on forecasts and spirit powered presses

A booklet presents remarkable forecasts for the United States and practical demonstrations of Spirit Power to J H Alvord inventor of three mammoth Automatic Milter Presses. It notes cooperation of Dr Sarah K Greene the medium and outlines invention, finance and business issues. Price 60 cents at Archway Raymera and Shovey book stores with further inquiry to W Alvord New York Seattle.

United States J. H. Alvord Sarah K. Greene Archway Book Store Pike At Raymera Book Store Firntay, Shovey's Book Store Third Ave Alvori

Gold Dust Twins Win Star Popularity Title at Boldt’s

May and Hetty Baker, recently arrived from Los Angeles, win The Star’s red headed girl popularity contest. The pair, known as the Gold Dust Twins at Boldt’s on Third Ave, between 7 pm and 3 am, celebrate their victory with smiles and matching outfits.

Boldt’s Betty Haker Seattle Los Angeles Boldt's Third Ave

Allen's Foot-Base Ad Promises Comfort for Tired Feet

An old advertisement urges readers to shake Allen's Foot-Base into shoes and foot baths for relief from tired swollen feet and foot irritations. It claims to prevent blistering and callouses and promotes use for dancing, new shoes, and patent leather footwear with a free trial package offer.

Allen & Olmeted le Roy

Sullivan and Considine Files Bankruptcy Petition

The Sullivan and Considine Corporation of theatre owners filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition in federal court. They list liabilities of 582,056.05 and assets of 204,187.50, alleging much of the debt relates to the estate of the late Timothy D Sullivan.

Timothy D. Sullivan Sullivan & Considine Corporation of

Integrity of Dentists or Graft in Dental Practice

Edwin J Brown denounces unethical dentists claiming graft in pyorrhea cures and describes his organized team of dental specialists. He boasts strict pricing, extensive services, and a system that delivers high quality work at reduced prices, contrasting with fakes and mispractice.

Edwin J, Brown

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