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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1911
Page
5
A young Boston woman with natural talent started three parlor dancing and deportment schools for children ages seven to fifteen. In two years she ran about fifty pupils per neighborhood, charging 25 cents per lesson and earning a net around 22 dollars weekly on Saturdays.
Cynthia Grey explains a kitchen tip to roll fruit before cutting to improve juiciness and pulp texture. She also shares a simple broom holder made from a cloth square with hems and strings to cover the broom and secure it.
The Star offers a free copy of the Marion Harland Cook Book to the reader who submits the most ideal four person dinner menu. Write the menu on one side of paper in ink and mail before Thursday night for judging. winner and menu printing to follow next Saturday with the book mailed that day.
A study of rice preparations from the Orient detailing various methods. Recipes include cooking rice in veal broth with butter and milk sauce, a la Yokohama with tongue and cheese, tomato flavored rice bake, a warm tomato rice dish with stewed tomatoes, a chilled rice dessert mold with whipped cream, Nikko custard sauce for cold rice, and a rice salad with olive oil lemon juice and parsley.
A reader asks if the postmaster can share mail address details and whether it is proper to write him directly. Cynthia Grey notes postmasters cannot provide such information. A widow seeks wireless telegraphy training. Grey suggests public night schools but finds no dedicated wireless school to recommend.
A Great Northern engine pulling a long freight train slipped on icy tracks and plunged through an open draw at Westminster bridge in Vancouver. Engineer Baker stayed with the engine and escaped by swimming, while Fireman Farrell leaped clear before the plunge. The train toppled into Falne Creek below as bystanders watched in shock.
A Ny vetted report from Bhumbhat dated January 9 describes intense suffering and famine in Anhul province following devastating floods that drowned 1,000 people. The Hual and Kwa rivers overflowed for two weeks, eroding 7,000 square miles. Villages were washed away and large populations perished.
Motorcycle Patrolman Johnson chased a speeding car Friday afternoon. The driver, a woman, gave the name R. J. Anderson but was identified as Mrs. P. D. Mellugh of 907 Queen Annecy, wife of a local contractor. She offered to pay a fine on the street. police said fines cannot be collected there. She was booked at headquarters on exceeding the speed limit and forfeited $20 when her case was called.
Coroner Snyder's figures show 623 violent deaths in King County last year. Among them 76 suicides, 32 murders, 321 accidents, and 194 sudden deaths.
John Reckers longtime Whiton Hardware Co organizer and treasurer died at his home 1830 Seventuary W after a lengthy illness. He served as an officer for many years and remained active in the firm's affairs until his passing yesterday.
Opera Comique presents The Chocolate Soldier directed by Mrs Whitner with Prices-Stc and Whit Opera Orchestra. Matinee prices list $1.00 and $1.56 while evening seats show $1.56 and $2.08.
George Hanson of 2800 Pirst av. says a $350 check paid for a team of horses was forged with the buyer’s name, Paul Streenstrup, a contractor, on the check. Hanson says he sold the team without learning the buyer’s name and suspects a bogus payment.
Wash ington Children's Home officers burned a $2,000 mortgage to celebrate release from debt. Established 14 years ago by Rev. H. B. Brown, the home has cared for 1,693 children since its founding.
Tips suggest using a dry shampoo powder to refresh dusty hair in minutes without washing. Mix four ounces of armis root with four ounces of therox to create a natural hair grower that adds gloss and volume. Use weekly for dry, harsh, or faded hair to achieve softness and luster.
An advertisement touts a January White Sale with extensive discounts on drawers chemises petticoats night gowns corset covers and combinations. Prices list deep cuts from ordinary to bargain levels, emphasizing no exaggeration while detailing numerous item for sale and reduced amounts.
A newspaper ad lists undergarments and dresses with prices. Items include extra size undermaslins and drawers from 49 to 2.49, petticoats 1.29 to 4.49, chemises 0.99 to 3.49, night gowns 0.98 to 3.49, short skirts 0.90 to 2.49, and combinations 0.90 to 4.49.
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