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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1918
Page
7
The editorial asks how Congress will begin the new year as it prepares to vote on the woman suffrage amendment in January. It notes hostile picketing by a national women's party and argues the issue transcends personal pique, urging lawmakers to vote for the amendment to reflect a broad national will.
The Star lauds Dr. Henry Suzzallo president of the University and head of the state council of defense for consistently stepping in to solve street car service delays. He coordinates agencies to restore punctual shipyard worker transport and maintain wartime efficiency. The paper endorses further cooperative effort under his leadership.
A historical review contrasts a German capture and alleged killing with a later American rescue of a German sailor by U S destroyers on November 24. The piece praises American mercy and condemns German ruthlessness, reflecting wartime sentiment. It also comments on rail schedules, whisky in transit, and public patience with transportation issues.
An old advertisement touts 8. 8. S as a blood cleanser for rheumatism, claiming external liniments only ease pain temporarily. It urges readers to mail symptoms to Swift Specific Company in Atlanta for free personalized advice.
Advertisement for GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules claiming to treat kidney and bladder issues and systemic toxins. Promises rapid relief within 24 hours and suggests continuous use to prevent future attacks. Offers money-back guarantee and urges buyers to insist on the imported GOLD MEDAL brand.
The piece lists assorted jokes and odd facts about counterfeiting, bad puns, and kitchen curiosities. It mentions a New York police counterfeiting case, a four legged chicken idea, and home coconut butter, ending with a personal quip about conservation.
Editorial lauds Seattle Star backed public opinion and city officials for establishing a municipal car line despite opposition. Credits street department head for the coup against contractors and notes Ballard's interest in a line feeding four cent fares. Calls for continued support as lines and feeders unfold benefiting Ballard and Seattle.
A railroad clerk writes that clerks face stagnant wages despite a 40 percent cost rise. He notes 10 percent raises plus 10 percent bonuses for six month service, long hours, and the strain of supporting a family. He urges government scrutiny of pay disparities and executive salaries.
Miss Gertrude McCoy of New York devises Reconstruction scrapbooks for American soldiers in hospitals. Made at home, the scrapbooks use newspapers and magazines to paste complete serial stories and images, providing inexpensive entertainment and a sense of connection for wounded or recovering servicemen.
City Chairman Reginald H. Parsons urges all retail merchants to serve as war stamp agents. Any size store can sell stamps with daily replenishment from local banks or offices, aiming to boost patronage and support for the war effort. Secretary McAdoo distributes return postcards to heads of families with stamp orders. Nakagawa, fined $100 by Judge Gordon for cider content, faced Monday night charges.
A newspaper note promotes Hamburg Tea as an effective, inexpensive vegetable remedy for colds and grip. It instructs to brew a tablespoonful in boiling water, strain, and drink a tea cupful to relieve congestion and loosen bowels.
A collection of curious questions and reflections on quirky topics and personal accounting. Readers debate jewelry stores, wigwams, and the pitfalls of keeping a strict expense ledger while confessing memory lapses and striving for reform.
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