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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1917
Page
2
A shipment of Val lace and English Torchon Lace and Insertion arrives in widths up to 2% inches. Fine and coarse mesh lace offered in about a hundred patterns. Upper main floor at The Bon Marche.
Springtime mood dominates this fashion note as dresses meet approval with serge fabrics and belts. About two dozen blouse styles from 1917, including lingerie sheer voile and organdy, showcase large novelty collars and V fronts.
At the Women’s Civic club meeting at the Frye hotel on Tuesday Calhoun and Phelps tangled over the belt line proposal for the Duwamish waterway district. Higday explained the belt line connects waterfront properties to simplify switching and cut costs, while Calhoun claimed it benefits only a few. Phelps suggested a separate election later, and the discussion touched on anti bond issues tied to Montlake bridge and arterial highway funding.
Consul Frost cites Queenstown dated cable reporting 15 deaths including Mrs and Miss Hoy. It lists 15 survivors by name and city among Americans saved, with 294 aboard and 267 landed here and 14 at Bantry. Names include Douglas Adams Newport News and Edward Smith New York among others.
The following banks endorsed the bank guaranty law to give depositors absolute protection against loss: Seattle State Bank, Scandinavian American Bank, American Savings Bank & Trust Co, Union Savings & Trust Co, Northwest Trust & Savings Bank, People's Savings Bank, University State Bank, Other Cities Citizens' Trust & Savings Bank, Everett, Spokane & Eastern Trust Co, Spokane, Yakima Trust Co, North Yakima Bank of Pasco, Pasco, Farmers' Bank Ellensburg, Lincoln Trust Co, Spokane.
Wireless operators Downes and Taylor were the last survivors to quit the sinking Cunarder Laconia. They transmitted SOS calls until a British warship arrived and then jumped overboard. Lifeboat under Capt Irvine rescued them with others as survivors praised officers and crew for discipline amid heavy seas and torpedo attack. Eight lifeboats launched. one boat swamped. Mrs Hoy and daughter possibly in that boat.
A list of financial institutions includes Washington Trust Co in Spokane Spokane State Bank in Spokane Puget Sound Bank & Trust Co in Tacoma Fidelity Trust Co in Tacoma and State Bank in Charleston reflecting regional lenders active in the era.
On the Chicago wholesale market today prices tumbled after heavy receipts. Fresh eggs fell from 41 to 5 cents per dozen while ordinaries declined from 5 to 6 cents. Retail prices which recently ranged 56 to 60 cents dropped to as low as 40 cents.
A jade-green Georgette crepe chemise style frock features lavish soutache braiding. Priced at 35 dollars, showcasing ornate detailing and period fashion flair.
Ahia introduces Mary Fuller nail polish in 25 and 50 cent sizes. The waterproof formula promises instant and lasting shine for manicures. Available in the Toilet Goods Section on the first floor.
A sewing shop guide lists essentials and specialties for dressmaking. It enumerates items like belts, buttons, hook tape, collar stays, boning, girdles, shields, bias binding, and fasteners with prices and color options, highlighting the well supplied First Floor display.
Advertises improved patterns for baby carriages including Go-Carts and Sulkies with pricing on the Third Floor.
A collection highlights medium high crown Mushroom Hats crafted in Milan hemp braid with crepe facing and handmade ornaments. Bright colors include green coral chartreuse and purple, showcased on the second floor.
Hand made window shades using En duro shade cloth and Stewart Harts horn roller. High quality fabric preserves color and long service. Estimates on shades and porch curtains. call Elliott 5500 for measurements. First Floor.
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