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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1916
Page
5
The author argues for universal military service, contrasting American aversion with Switzerland. Switzerland maintains universal training without an officer caste, praising peace, physical fitness, democracy, and literacy as outcomes of its system. The piece promises further description in future installments.
In a forthcoming article Russell outlines a system awaiting congressional adoption in the United States. He notes readers should watch for the next installment detailing the mechanism and potential impact.
Brig. Gen. Maurice Thompson of the National Guard of Washington urged a Swiss system to train civilians at a Boylston Avenue Unitarian church service. He described military preparedness as a form of insurance to prevent or shorten war and protect women and children.
Mayor Gill spoke briefly at the gathering and promised a longer address after the primaries if nominated. Charlies D. Raymer projected support only from regular socialists. Austin E. Griffiths urged a mayor who handles admin duties as well as legislation. Oliver T. Erickson read ordinances tying Gill and R. H. Thomson to Cedar River dam location.
Dr Sauer argues real strength comes from the food you eat and iron in the blood. He endorses two five grain tablets of ordinary nuxated iron three times daily after meals for two weeks to test gains, claiming many nervous, run down people gain strength in 10 to 14 days and end digestive or liver symptoms. The ad promotes Nuxated Iron as easily absorbed, safer than older iron forms, and dispensed by Bartell Drug and Swifts Pharmacy.
Dick begins a month long trip east after his mother, Mrs. Waverly, secretly marries Morton Trent, once a banker in a small town. Friends discuss their age, companionship needs, and shared tastes as they imagine the couple’s future.
San Diego county reels from the worst storm in history as Lower Otay dam breaks and floods devastate towns. Eleven bodies recovered, looting prompts marines to guard Otay and Tia Juana valleys. Morena and other dams hold, city raises relief funds, and rescue work continues with fleet and cavalry aid.
In a chatty domestic scene characters discuss schemes around a match between two lovers. Eliene questions motives while Chadwick’s money and a planned union are central. A later telegram from Pittsburg arrives with a curt judgment.
The Commercial Club argues for majority rule and resists concessions in consolidating with the Chamber of Commerce. President Robert Boyne criticizes the mediation process and questions the proposed plan, while noting the club’s acceptance of the Chamber plan with two modifications.
Dr Henry Suzzallo president of the University of Washington will speak from Seattle to New York City over 3400 miles of wire Monday evening seated on the Metropolitan theatre stage. Special instruments will let 600 in the audience listen in admission is free.
Admiral Von Holzendorff, chief of the German admiralty staff, told the United Press that an effective Allied blockade against Germany is impossible. He added that England cannot stop Baltic commerce between Sweden Denmark and Germany under any circumstances.
An advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as fast effective relief for indigestion dyspepsia and stomach disorder. It claims relief in five minutes with no belching gases or undigested food, urging readers to buy a fifty cent case at any drug store.
Mayor Gill announced police shifts to traffic duty in congested districts as a result of the dry law. Officers from the Washington street district move to downtown crossings to curb costs, with ten men cut from duty earlier in the year. Fort Lawton soldiers report improved discipline after a dry spell, reversing prior city-to-fort drinkers.
Paris reports 26 dead and 32 injured from Zeppe lin raids Saturday night with 10 incendiaries in second raid. Flotilla escaped northward amid heavy mist as patrols pursued. Public anger grows and calls for reprisals against German cities surface.
The Bon Marche opened its 16th annual pure food show with nearly 650 exhibitors offering free samples. Each day will feature music and folk dancing as part of the entertainment program.
PREPARE FOR STAND BERLIN Jan 31 The Italians have landed another division of infantry and several batteries of heavy artillery at Aviona Albania according to dispatches today. A Rome US correspondent said allies pulled back all forces from Albania except Aviona where a great battle is expected soon.
At Didcot junction during a labor shortage 500 Eton boys helped rustle freight with Oxford students also working. Prince Henry king George's third son and one of the workers has had fingers pinched twice. The activity involved the aristocratic school near Windsor and its pupils.
Gila River rose dangerously high today near Yuma prompting evacuation as families moved from low grounds to safer quarters amid memories of recent floods.
Spanish American war veteran William F. Thorpe, age 61, died from heart failure. He passed away suddenly Sunday at the Waldorf Apartments and the death was reported Monday.
A concise note emphasizes that using Star Want Ads is the correct choice for posting notices and seeking services. It underscores reliability and straightforward placement, suggesting readers should proceed with confidence.
Col Roosevelt declares he will not stay silent while President Wilson voices preparedness views. He criticizes administration notes to Germany, cites Mr Micawber, condemns Belgium violations, barbs the Mexican situation, and accuses political aims in foreign policy. Germany issued submarine demands as England acted.
The state federation selects 12 delegates for the General Federation of Women's Clubs national convention to be held in New York in May. Delegates include Mrs. George N. McLoughlin, Mrs. W. S. Griswold, Dr. Sarah Kendall of Seattle, and others from Hoquiam Toppenish Pullman Tacoma Ellensburg Sunnyside and North Yakima.
Ten Umatilla and Yakima Indians gave an entertaining program Sunday night at the Jabor Temple to an audience of six. The group seeks a manager as their dances and pantomime drew praise despite small turnout.
Prosecutor Lundin spoke at a YMCA friendship supper and criticized many judges as not fearless or high minded. He warned some judges pay too much attention to records and fear reversal by the supreme court, making undersea warfare profits seem preserved.
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