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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1918
Page
4
Dear readers discuss using long sweetening sorghum and various substitutes like corn syrup glucose maple sugar and honey when granulated sugar is scarce. The piece explains glucose is a pure product from corn starch and offers practical guidance to sweeten foods and drinks with similar sweetness and flavor.
In a reflective diary excerpt Margie discusses Harry Symone’s election as mayor, social calls, and her evolving relationship with Dick. Dialogues with Eliene and Jim reveal themes of marital companionship, yearning, and acceptance that thrill fades over time. Margie resolves to value companionship over romantic ardor as their daily life continues.
The passage notes varied tastes from batter cakes to molasses on bread, indicating that some adults still enjoy childlike treats. It highlights personal preference and nostalgia in a light, casual tone.
Governor Ernest Lister and Mrs Lister attended a regimental ball of the 36th Infantry at the Tacoma army camp. Brig Gen Foltz, Camp commandant. Commander Coontz of Puget Sound navy yard. Major Fawcett of Tacoma. and Mrs H A Greene, wife of Maj Gen H A Greene, were among the guests.
The court martial at the camp accepted a soldier's testimony over his wife Mrs. James Steinmacher. Private Steinmacher of Sacramento and Co. EB, 348th Field Artillery, was accused of selling cocaine but claimed innocence. The court returned a verdict of not guilty.
Advertisement for the Next Liberty theatre offering watch repairs by Haynes.
An advertisement touts Harmlin's Wizard Oil as a penetrating remedy for rheumatism sciatica lame back and Lumbo pains with quick relief and antiseptic aid for sprains bruises cuts burns bites and stings. It urges purchase from druggists for 30 cents with a money back guarantee and adds Wizard Liver Whips at 20 cents for constipation and headaches.
A long reader letter from a young stenographer seeking guidance about resisting a predatory boss who offered higher wages. Miss Grey cautions against the man’s threats, endorses the worker staying put, and advises on handling harassment while preserving reputation and future options.
New York fashion notes reveal a gown of fine net lace on a flesh-colored Georgette crepe foundation. It features deep fources, a rose antin girdie and small bows at the throat and sleeves as the sole color accents.
Busy workers find in Hood's Sarsaparilla and Peptiron relief from nervous strain and fatigue caused by heavy workload. The trio is completed by Hood's Pills for occasional laxative needs, all sold by your druggist.
A sale lot features Irish Point curtains and fine novelty scrims elaborately trimmed for upscale rooms. The pair is offered at 7.45 dollars.
Store advertises 9 by 12 foot Axminster area rugs with regular value 32.50 and sale price 24.75. Limited stock available, first come. Sale emphasizes savings on high quality floor coverings for homes and offices.
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