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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1916
Page
4
A fragmented humor sketch notes a bride mistaking duck eggs for regular eggs, a grocery boss mockingly questions the claim, and a string of satirical vignettes touches on fashion, Prohibition, and public figures. The item blends jokes from multiple column snippets and readers’ quips with brief local-interest lines.
A historical critique contrasts rapid European mobilizations in 1914 with the slower American buildup in 1916. It cites Washington orders on Villa, Pershing’s force growth, and a 65,000 National Guard request, noting censorship and abundant delays including troops sleeping on cobblestones and equipment shortages as the nation questions its readiness.
The Russian duma voted to accord peasants the same civil rights as other classes, signaling a shift as Russia faces wartime strain. The shift toward a sober and free peasantry is framed as essential to the nation’s future life and equality arising from the corruption of war.
The Panama elections prompted a call for direct United States supervision to prevent fraud and violence. The Panamanian president and citizens petitioned intervention, suggesting ongoing oversight of elections. The piece notes skepticism about past process and predicts limited U S action.
In Louisiana August heat Baron John faces ruin as a hidden chest yields Spanish grants to Laure. Virgil reveals documents proving Isle Bonne land ownership, returning them to Laure and prompting a vow to rebuild. Laure declares a new vow to fight for homes and gardens, with Mary relieved and Clell recognizing victory.
A reader praises Resinol Ointment for stopping itching and burning and clearing eruptions. The note credits a doctor for recommending the product for a brother named Tom who suffered months of eczema before improvement.
Capt. Lane leads a staged voyage promising thousands in furs stored from a Arctic sale to Stefansson with a plan to cache cargo and hunt whales. Partner John Borden, a wealthy student, discusses harpoons and future North Pole flight ambitions while postponing Boeing involvement. The Great Bear will meet allies at Nome and the party aims to return to Seattle by November with cargo and reports.
J B Rowlson grocer from Roslyn remains in Minor hospital with a fractured skull after a Friday night collision at 34th avenue and East Union street. Passenger M K E Harker of Imperial Candy Co. suffers a dislocated shoulder. Driver T J Esslinger of Vollmer Idaho was booked and released on personal recognizance.
A reader asks for boatbuilding book titles and the best way to claim a homestead, plus personal advice on marriage, attractiveness, inquiring about a brother’s widow marriage, and hair care. The helper provides book names, entry timings, and practical, non sensational guidance.
Bridgehampton New York Charles E Hughes will begin his campaign August 7 in Detroit and is expected to speak in Chicago St Paul San Francisco and Los Angeles thereafter.
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