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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1916

Page

7

That's Gratitude and the Gill Griffiths Pact in Seattle Politics

The article recalls Hi Gill's bid for re election in Seattle aided by Austin Griffiths who became chief of police though not a policeman. Griffiths left after restoring Gill's standing and Lang took over as chief. Griffiths then announced a mayoral bid while Gill pressed his own return.

Hi Gill Seattle Austin F. Griffiths Griffiths Austin FE Gill Blic Hiram

Hen teaches duty from raid on chicken roost

A Houston police report tells of a black man caught stealing chickens who later revealed a hidden sack containing two roosters and 16 hens. The birds laid 17 eggs during confinement, with only two broken, sparking the moral that even a chicken can teach devotion to duty.

Houston

Oklahoma Republicans Decline Endorsement of Roosevelt

In convention Oklahoma Republicans reject a motion to back Theodore Roosevelt for president and pass a resolution praising him as the greatest living American. The note hints at political theater and a portrait in the hall of fame.

Klahoma Theodore Roosevelt Oklahoma Roosevelt

Aviator Loyd Smith High Flight Honors Spark Debate

Loyd Smith earns honor and a record for flying 9,603 feet with three passengers in San Diego. Critics argue the three passengers took greater risk and deserve recognition, condemning aviators for hogging glory.

Loyd Smith San Diego Floyd Smith

Logic of the Cinch TIS and State Conventions

The Logic of the Cinch TIS argues prosperity without tariffs, yet states such as New York and Pennsylvania oppose this logic. They contend that removing protein from the common folks cannot sustain wealth, implying a high tariff stance may be needed.

New York Pennsylvania

Nobody Can Beat Wilson Says HAT OOP Perspectives

Report cites varied opinions on who can defeat Wilson in upcoming contests. Commentators list rivals including Burton Cummins Weeks Hughes while noting broad belief that Nobody holds the edge over Wilson. The chatter suggests Nobody’s call shaping expectations in the race.

Wilson Roosevelt Burton Hughes

Mold in grape juice and home aging tips

A reader asks about mold in grape juice and how to handle sealed bottles. An expert suggests opening, skimming away mold, sterilizing cans, and replacing corks or rubbers to prevent recurrence.

Original Uncle Tom Dies at 82 in Vermont Home

Daniel Worcester known as the original Uncle Tom from the dramatization of Uncle Tom's Cabin has died at the Vermont Soldiers' Home. He was 82.

Uncle Tom Bennington Daniel Worcester Vermont Soldiers’ Home

A Weekly Serial Novel Feature Opens in This Paper

This section announces a complete novel to be published weekly from Monday to Saturday, inviting readers to subscribe or request back copies through the circulation department.

Afternoon Tea in the Sunlit Room with Allan and Phyllis

In a sunlit bedroom Allan enjoys tea with Phyllis and their playful bulldog Foxy. As they talk by the fire Phyllis opens up about her past and a tempting offer from De Guenther, while Allan reassures her and teases about a masseur to aid his recovery.

Lilan Wallie Allan Foxy Wallis Phyllis Mr. Allan Angel-Puppy Phylie Bulle Nelson Rascal Phyliia Phylis Phylliis Toll Mr. de Guenther de Guenther

Iron Provides Strength Boost Claim by Doctor in Ad

An advertisement features Dr Sauer urging iron supplementation to rebuild strength through nutrition and a tested regimen of nuxated iron. It claims dramatic gains in 10 to 14 days, notes easy absorption, and offers a $100 pledge to prove the product's effectiveness. Pills are sold by Owl Drug, Bartell Drug, Swift's Pharmacy and others.

New York, N. Y Dr. Sauer Bauer Owl Drug Co Bartell Drug Co Swift's Pharmacy

Paralyzed Allan Gains BetterUse of Arms in Rose Garden

In June Allan regains arm and shoulder use after paralysis, aided by therapy and Phyllis. They enjoy a quiet country life with visits from Wallis, a wheel chair, and a fox terrier. Phyllis wonders if the change is real while Allan recalls Louise Frey and their long friendship.

Phyllis Allan Phyliss Phyllsa Wallis Rose Garden Louise Louise Frey

Doctor Johnny Hewitt Returns to Wallhaven Amid Chickenpox Tale

Allan Harrington reunites with Johnny Hewitt the doctor in Wallhaven. Phyllis hosts a lively dinner while Johnny and Allan reminisce about a past escape and a difficult loss. Phyllis imagines healing in the present as she observes Allan’s memory of Louise Frey.

Lily Anna Allan Viola Johnny Hewitt Old Sumerley Johthony Hewitt Wallhaven Harrington Phyliss Johnny Johnny Henly Doctor Phy Louise Frey Phyllis

Porter Enterprise Rejects Liquor Ads in Ad Space Deal

The Porter Enterprise of Coudersport Pa owned by M T Stokes refused $2 000 of liquor advertising space and issued a notice that under no circumstances will liquor advertisements be accepted.

Coudersport the Porter Enterprise M. T. Stokes

Goodbye to sore feet with magical Tix remedy

A historic ad touts a magical treatment for burning swollen and tender feet claiming fast relief from corns bunions and raw spots. It promises no more shoe tightness or limping and asserts Tix draws out poisonous exudations and reduces pain.

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