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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1918
Page
6
State chairman Joseph A. Swalwell reports October quota for Washington at approximately 65 million. He, a National Bank of Commerce vice president, spoke after returning from a San Francisco Liberty loan officials meeting. District 12 states are now more solidly organized on a permanent basis.
The Olympia high school building burned to the ground Monday night. The building carried no insurance and had been purchased by the state for 25 000 last winter. Equipment valued at 15 000 was insured for 6 000.
A testimonial claims stomach trouble nearly ruined health and led to drinking but credits Mayr's Wonderful Remedy with full recovery. The ad promises a simple preparation that cleanses the intestinal tract and reduces inflammation, claiming one dose will convince or money refunded. Owl Drug Co and Bartell's drug stores are listed as sellers.
Public advisory warns readers about con artists posing as clairvoyants. It describes how jewelry and personal belongings can be used to tailor readings and notes how insurance prospects may have been pre-briefed. It cautions against leaving data on paper that hides carbon copies.
San Francisco police crushed a nest of profiteers preying on soldiers families. They fined fake spiritualists palmists astrologers and clairvoyants who spread fear about army service. German agents allegedly spread panic to deter enlistment and boost fraudulent activity.
A sensational account describes Kaisers agents using staged séances to “commune with the epirtuand.” Dim rooms, purple lighting, veiled mediums, and flowing robes frame the scene as visitors pay to hear the “ghosts talk.” Secretaries seek larger payouts after spotting service pins.
The Daily Mall reports army officers who insult newly promoted lieutenants from the ranks. It recounts several incidents including a younger officer retorting about education to an older officer, noting such arrogance is fading and may disappear soon.
Wa Chong Company at 719 King Street Seattle markets a large stock of Chinese and American firecrackers toy torpedoes serpents sparklers and paper caps. No license required for fireworks under 10 cents per package while exhibition goods over 10 cents require a government license. Licenses available from Percy F. Thomas County Clerk at County City Ridg Third Ave. Orders mailed or called in are filled from a warehouse outside city limits.
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