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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1915
Page
2
A well known Ohio woman says she quit tobacco using a private home recipe. She asked that her husband not learn of the quit and explains the preparation involves water, muriate d ammonia, Variex nd, pepsin and is added to meals or drinks. The remedy reportedly has no taste or color and is said to be harmless and effective.
Lincoln high freshmen defeat sophomores in Panama tolls debate. Mayor Gill visiting Cedar river dam. Home Owners' association urges resubmission of fire department two platoon system to popular vote. Bishop Keator blames public schools for modern irreligion. Committee of Social Agencies to dig into unemployment causes. R. H. Thomson denies absence to evade service in suit by Alden J. Blethen.
Advert says TIZ relieves aching tired feet by drawing out poisonous exudations and reducing pain from corns callouses bunions. Claims a 25 cent box provides yearlong comfort and stops foot pain after use.
Police Chief Lang defended department actions at the Good Eats cafeteria gathering. He asserted progress against vice, described a cautious approach to investigations, and urged support for 100 new officers in the next budget while noting higher department activity since he took office. The league backed city county consolidation proposals.
A historical advertisement extols Stuarts Dyspepsia Tablets as a remedy for stomach and digestive issues. It argues a sick stomach harms digestion and touts the product as a powerful aid, balancing juices and easing work, with a 50 cent price and mail-order sample offer.
A temporary filling near Oxbow, Seattle, collapsed again Wednesday morning revealing a 20 foot gap. Floodwaters rose higher than Monday and extended blocks farther, marooning many residents in their homes.
Jane Medill McCormick national progressive committeeman from Illinois joined Republican legislators in a caucus to select the state assembly speaker. Herbert Hicks, the other progressive Republican, also joined the caucus.
London reports a post holiday wave of men eager to enlist in the armed forces. After celebrating with families, many Englishmen are rushing to join the colors as January begins.
George Hen newsy, described as a robber, was shot and killed Monday night by Axel Jensen, a sergeant of police. Jensen testified before the coroner's jury on Tuesday and was exonerated and commended for his performance of duty.
South Bend January 6 Criminal complaints were filed against P. T. Johnson cashier and J. J Haggerty president over the Raymond Trust Co. collapse. The action targets alleged misconduct related to the failed bank.
The Seattle Clearing House rejected Seattle’s loan request of 400 000 to 600 000 dollars until April to avoid a warrant basis. Bankers cited lack of funds for July 2000 payment on prior bonds and funds transfers between city accounts as unbusinesslike. With no loan, the city would operate on a warrant basis from January 25, paying salaries and expenses at 6 percent.
The Indiana women’s legislature meets in Indianapolis at the Claypool hotel to study and advocate laws benefiting women and children. Presided by Mrs. B. C. Stim of Terre Haute, the group plans daily sessions and will present passed bills to the official state legislature.
Two heavily armed highwaymen seized a cottage on Emyre Island and are holding two housekeepers as hostages. They threaten to kill the women if anyone approaches the house. Local authorities say the incident is ongoing with no immediate resolution.
Miss Alice Whitney of Detroit announces a home mixture to darken gray hair promote growth soften and gloss it. Mix bay rum glycerine Barbo Compound with water apply twice weekly until the shade is achieved and use to protect the scalp and fight dandruff and itching.
Paris reports that hundreds of thousands of soldiers across Europe have taken shelter in caves and tunnels. A hill in one site features five tiers of caves with 40 rooms each, housing 2,500 men in a single subterranean complex.
An old ad touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe first treatment for a sick child with constipation. It warns to check a coated tongue for signs of illness and claims the fruit laxative cleanses the liver and bowels without griping, with directions on the bottle and cautions about counterfeit products.
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