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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1917

Page

9

Verbally Cordial Tones Stir Recall Call Over Ambassador Gerard

Newspaper readers are urged to recall United States Ambassador Gerard over alleged statements praising Germany and claiming US goodwill after the Lusitania attack. The piece questions whether such remarks reflect the president or secretary of state and argues they misrepresent American public sentiment.

Germany United States Berlin Gerard Wilson Congress Lusitania Ambassador Gerard Secretary Lansing

Unofficial Forecasts Hint Kaiser Wins Few Personal Benefits

The Brooklyn Eagle cites unofficial forecasts suggesting the kaiser will retain his watch and one or two suits of winter underwear as terms granted to him.

Brooklyn Eagle

Deportees’ Happiness Questioned by Nashville Lumberman

The Nashville Southern Lumberman argues that claims of contentment among deported Belgians would be more persuasive if they came from the deportees themselves.

Nashville Southern Lumberman

A. J. Rhodes Elected President for Chamber Merge

A. J. Rhodes elected president of the Chamber of Commerce presages the March election of the merged Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Club. Rhodes, a merchant of known ability, has been active in both bodies and is seen as an ideal leader for the new organization. Major-General Wood is noted for using initials when referring to the National Guard.

A. J. Rhodes Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Club Rhodes C. of C C. C Wood National Guard Cleveland

Eight hour law in Ecuador cited in Washington Journal

The article notes Ecuador's nationwide eight hour workday with no loopholes and universal overtime pay. It details three articles: maximum eight hours six days a week, no employer evasion, and escalating overtime rates. The writer seeks Villa's stance for Washington Wall Street Journal readers.

Hatever Supreme Court Canada Mexico Argentine Republic Ecuador Peru Colombia Pacific

Taxing the Idle Lap Dog in France and Here

The piece muses on a universal dog tax, noting France sells watchdog and workdog rights at 40 cents yearly while hunting dogs pay a dollar and lap dogs cost ten dollars or twenty for multiple pets. It frames a concept of taxing uselessness as a social idea.

Onsider France China Mexico

Pape's Diapepsin Promises Instant Digestive Relief

An urgent sales pitch touts Pape's Diapepsin as instantly stopping indigestion gas and sour stomach. It claims fast relief within minutes, guards against heartburn and bloating, and advises a fifty cent bottle for home use with broad claims of harmlessness and popular trust.

Pape

Sign in Window Wins Funniest Contest on Denny Way

A window sign on Denny Way near Eastlake is entered into a funniest sign competition. The text hints at a couple arguing and a solitaire hint, reflecting playful banter and theatrical tone.

Agnes Edith BR. O. K Denny Way Eastlake

Anticipated Her

A humorous exchange unfolds as a husband apologizes and his wife demands his whereabouts after a dance. He explains he was lost in admiration of her beauty, noting nature provided him with all the sisters he wants.

The Betrothal and upheaval at Edith Campbell’s wedding plan

Lucy Chenery Wars narrates a night of heartbreak after Alec Vars reveals engagement to Edith Campbell. Lucy confronts betrayal, contemplates life with Dr Maynard, then declines him to wait for a stronger partner. Edith’s family fortunes and the looming “Homestead” estate reshape Hilton society.

Alec Edith Campbell Bualnessa New York Edith Pinehurst Bobbie Alec Vars Aml Fes Hilton Ruth Tom Lucy Vars Dr. Maynard Lucy Will Germany Lacy

Old-Time Cold Cure Hamburg Breast Tea Promoted

An advertisement touts Hamburg Breast Tea as an effective vegetable remedy for colds and grip. It claims to open pores, relieve congestion, loosen bowels, and cure cold quickly with simple steps and a cheap price at pharmacies.

Hamburg

Night Drive with Dr Maynard After Alec’s Announcement

The narrator describes wandering through the ruins of life for three days until Dr Maynard returns from out of town. Reunited in his automobile with the doctor, the speaker feels a renewed longing and a rush of emotion as they ride through the cool night air.

Dr. Maynard Alec Father Ulster

Will Never Be Without This Simple Laxative

Four year old Little Max Pendergrast suffered severe constipation as a baby. His mother credits Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin with quick relief and says the family will always keep a bottle. The laxative is described as mild, non irritating, and effective for all ages, with a free trial bottle available by writing Dr W B Caldwell Monticello Illinois.

Max Pendergrast Carl W. Pendergrast Red Key Ind Dr. Caldwell

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