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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1916
Page
11
Ethel Chapin of Portland disguises as a man to ride brake beams in Santa Barbara joined by her in law Glen Chapin as she aims to join her husband, keeping up a long running stunt dating from February.
Police identify Mre Chapin as a woman. She was taken in charge by social workers.
Following the seizure of 36 interned Teuton ships in the Tagus river the Portuguese government today seized eight German steamers in Saint Vincent harbor indicating broader wartime action against enemy vessels.
An advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a quick, safe cure for dyspepsia gas and upset stomach. It claims relief in five minutes, improves appetite, and stabilizes digestion, urging readers to buy a fifty cent case from any drug store and avoid imitations.
Miss Mary F Rausch of the University of Washington home economics department travels the Northwest teaching time saving and energy conserving housekeeping. Last year about 1500 women took short courses at farm and community centers with a $1 tuition for materials. this year conferences March 14 to 18 in Ragley Hall will charge $2 per week ticket, transferable.
The famed critic of the British administration is mentioned for a cabinet role but prefers to work through his newspapers led by the London Times, believing he can do more good by influencing public opinion from the press.
N D February 25. While Joe Merz tended cattle a large bird he killed an animal that proved to be a rare black desert eagle of Nevada. The bird measured seven feet three inches from tip to tip of the wings.
A $6 bill found by William Wadleieh in his grandfather's family Bible is claimed to be worth $1,000. The note is said to be 140 years old and appeared among yellowed pages in New York on February 25.
In Wheeling West Virginia on February 25 a reported health cult forms after Joseph Melfus achieves two years without wearing a hat and without a cold. He also claims to have shed his hat and coat for the period.
In St. Paul Minnesota school children hold 90386 dollars in the care of their teachers, double last year’s amount. Every school teacher acts as a bank cashier after approval from the state banking department for the thrift program.
Vintage ad copy touts St Jacob’s Oil as a magical, harmless remedy for backache lumbago and rheumatism. A small trial bottle is enough to soothe soreness, with results claimed after counting to fifty. It promises fast, skin friendly relief and never disappoints.
Paris reports the French check the German crown prince at Verdun with gains at Samogneux and nearby positions. German forces press within two miles of Douaumont while French guns and trenches pin the attack, amid high casualties and signals of a final push. Paris remains confident the Verdun drive will fail due to its cost.
Washington report says the Department of Agriculture warns that some oyster dealers adulterate shellfish by feeding them fresh water. The oysters then swell, reducing the pint measure and cheating consumers.
Port of Seattle voter notice announces a March 7 1916 special election for three propositions authorizing bonds to fund harbor improvements and North Lake Union shore works. Details cover bond amounts 285 000 20 000 and 15 000 with maturities from 1 to 42 years and tax or net income backing. Officials Robert Bridges president C K Remsberg secretary certify February 16 1916.
A tale describes Mrs Waverly finding letters from Rome and Paria and a mysterious jade god in a lacquer box sent by Malcolm Stuart. The note from John W Smith explains a safe delivery through Washington while superstition and emotional relief mingle with gratitude amid an overseas gift.
The Poor Richard club invites advertising men to Philadelphia for the Associated Advertising Clubs of the World convention from June 25 to 30. The slogan Leave your pajamas at home signals a lively visit with little time for sleep, not a literal instruction.
Madison February 25 Attorney General Owen states that a sandwich and coffee not considered lunch and a shop selling only such items is not a restaurant. The opinion clarifies what constitutes a meals establishment under state law.
A nostril opening remedy promises instant relief from stuffed up noses throat headaches and nasal discharge. Apply a small fragrant antiseptic cream in the nostrils to soothe heal and clear all air passages. Ely's Cream Balm is pitched as the sought solution for cold and catarrh sufferers.
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