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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jul 16, 1919

Page

12

Bill Hart Urges Ambition and Initiative for American Boys

A piece by actor Bill Hart advises boys to pursue laudable ambition with initiative. He emphasizes self reliance, acting first, and striving to excel in any field from sports to trades, warning against lazy aims and praising leaders who push forward. Signed Bill Hart.

Bill Hart

Beacon Hill skip stop system adds new car stops

The Beacon Hill street car line will implement a skip stop pattern with outbound cars stopping at Fourth Ave and Jackson Street, Maynard Street, and multiple avenues and streets including Eighth and 12th Aves, Jackson Street, Weller Street, Judkins Street, Massachusetts Street, 14th Ave S, Holgate, Hill, College, Bayview, Lander, Forrest, Winthrop, Norton, and Spokane stations. Inbound cars will stop at Spokane, Winthrop, Stevens and McClellan stations, 15th Ave S, Stacy, Walker, Plum and Grand streets, 13th and 12th Aves S, Judkins and Weller stations, and 12th, Ninth, Seventh, Fifth and Fourth Aves. In addition, on Jackson Street between Fourth and 12th Aves, Beacon Hill, Mount Baker, and 26th Ave S cars will stop at the indicated intersections.

Beacon Hill Street Fourth Ave Jackson St Maynard St Eighth and 12Th Aves Weller St Judkins St Masachusetts St 14Th Ave. S Holgate, Hill, College, Bayview Lander Forrest Winthrop Norton Spokane Stevens 15Th Ave Stacy Walker, Plum Grand Sts S. Judkins and Weller Fourth 12Th Beacon Hill Mount Baker 26Th Ave. S

Boomer the Nighthawk Confounds Jenny Wren on Nest and Tree

Eter Rabbit recalls Boomer the Nighthawk and Jenny Wren questions his nesting. The bird reportedly has no nest, lays two eggs, and sits lengthwise on branches. Boomer’s night voice and nickname Bullbat are noted, with Whip-poor-will’s loud repetition mentioned.

Eter Rabbit Boomer the Nighthawk Boomer Jenny Wren Sally Sly Nighthawk Peter Jenny Bullbat Bat Hawk Whip-poorwill

Silk Dresses Cut to 18.75 in Clearout

A group of twenty seven silk taffeta printed georgette and crepe de chine dresses, sizes 16 to 40, feature tucks beads embroidery and bodice buttons. Colors include Copenhagen blue navy gray sand rose taupe green and black, previously priced 22.50 to 29.50, now 18.75 while stocks last.

Copenhagen

Boys' Muslin Pajamas in Various Styles and Sizes

Readable text describes boys muslin pajamas in plain white and colored options with self and contrast trimming. Sizes 6 to 16 years priced from $1.25 to $1.75, with silver-plated stands and multiple sale prices listed in the Silverware Section.

Blood-Iron Phosphate Promises Quick Strength Gain

Advertises a 5 grain Blood-Iron Phosphate tablet to boost strength and flesh. Claims rapid nervous energy buildup and iron for red blood, urging purchase at Owl Drug or Swift Drug and advising a three week trial with money-back guarantee if not 100 percent satisfied.

Owl Drug Company Swift Drug Company

Peter Finds Comfort in Homesick Care Tale

A boy named Peter feels homesick after dreamily recalling his mother and avoids breakfast and work. Grandma diagnoses homesickness and prescribes care including a collie puppy and cherry shortcake, while a call from his mother promises a great surprise in about two weeks.

Peter Grandpa Grandma Mamma Tak

Child’s playful vow echoes at family visit

A playful line spoken by a child expresses eagerness to visit grandma while promising to return home soon, capturing a warm moment of family affection and anticipation.

Grandma Helen Carpenter Moore

Not Guilty Plea Entered in Farm Murder Case

Harry Kittoe pleads not guilty to the murder of Leo Price, a chauffeur, at the Kittoe farm near Des Moines. The arraignment occurred Tuesday before Judge Everett Smith.

Harry Kittoe Leo Price Kittoe Des Moines Everett Smith

Chicago Car Men Vote on Strike Over 77 Percent Wage Increase

Chicago carmen on the surface and elevated lines prepared to vote on a strike after companies refused demands for a 77 percent wage increase.

Chicago United Press Carmen

Moonshine Whisky Promises Big Returns in Richard City

Richard City Tennessee July 16 There is a get rich quick lure in moonshine whisky with far more money to be made than in war orders last year if the operation is conducted on a suitable scale.

Richard City Tenn

Bi Nesia Proves Stomach Trouble Tied to Acidity

A writer testing a stomach treatment claims nearly all stomach trouble stems from acidity. After consuming kinesia in tablet or powder form, immediate relief followed in early reports. Manufacturers back the claim with a money back guarantee on genuine kinesia.

Hinesia

Moonshine Venture Promises Big Profits for Short Effort

The piece describes a moonshine operation setup costing $150 with another $150 for cornmeal to produce 150 gallons of whisky in two days. At $7 per gallon in the South, revenue would total $1,050, yielding a $750 profit after investment, implying quick gains for a criminal venture.

Revenue Army South

Sick, Save Money on Heat with Noaihic Treatment

If you are sick you cannot de ter than take advantage of this. We save you money and give heat noaihic treatment.

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