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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1916
Page
4
The reader excerpts depict a feisty advice page mix of slang and humorous phrases. Characters discuss romance, smoking, brand names, and social missteps as they mock niceties and roguish charm. The piece lampoons dating rituals and masculine bravado with playful irreverence.
An opinion piece accuses rail officials of false claims about troop moves and cites a New York regiment held in cramped cars in Hoboken for hours. It argues the failure to move troops undermines national readiness and could revive calls for government ownership of rails.
A column condemns the proposed income tax bill for lacking publicity of returns and for unequal rate changes. It argues rich individuals and corporations escape fair taxation, urges readers to write to Congress to amend the bill, and warns of political manipulation in Congress. It calls for immediate public pressure to double super tax rates and require full publicity of returns.
A jumbled page fragment mentions fireworks from the crowd during a meeting, a pacifist remark, and references to Nellie Strapp resuming teaching duties after illness. Other lines reference vespers, Rev Gerey arriving, chorus girls, Villa backing, and Dr Elvel S Lingo in Newark, all in disjointed fashion.
Detective Richard Duvall confronts a Paris kidnapping plot after a tense scene at Pasay. Grace Stapleton defies captors, finds the missing child in a plaster statue, and signals for help with a Morse coded light. Police pursuit ends with arrests and a joyful reunion.
Duvall narrates how hashish tainted cigars drugged the nurse and aided Francois in abducting the boy. Valdin and Mary Leahan drifted into stupor, while Francois allegedly aided the kidnapper. The Prefect praises Duvall and Grace for their pivotal role and hints at a Maryland visit.
Zeen advertisements claim Zemo relieves eczema quickly and soothes skin issues. The copy touts relief from itching, burns, wounds, and chafing with penetrating cleansing action and dependable results. Cleveland based promotion urges readers to try it and promises satisfaction.
Ad touts Gold Medal Haarlem Oil capsules as a universal remedy to cleanse kidneys and bladder, expel toxins, and relieve congestion. It claims U S Government validation, world wide use, and stress on purity. Sold by Owl Drug Co with money-back guarantee if not as represented.
The Star dedicates its Keep Well column in July to up to date information on infant and small child care. It notes July has the highest share of total annual baby deaths and aims to assist mothers with practical guidance and timely tips.
A summer nursing guide urges frequent rest and fresh air for mothers to sustain milk supply. If necessary supplement with modified cow milk then resume full nursing as mother gains strength. Rest periods and calm reduce nervous strain. healthy mother aids healthy baby.
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