Another War in Air Feared
London observers warn that the rapid growth of fast airplanes in war could enable sudden surprise air attacks after the conflict. John Steel notes such raids could outrun mobilization of armies and navies, threatening Britain and possibly Canada and the United States, with allied powers reportedly planning postwar air defense.
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N. B.A
London
John Steel
Aeronauticcs
Great Britain
Steel
Aeronautic
Canada
United States
Aerial Mail Service Deferred by Britain
A London dispatch reports Britain delays air mail service for the war effort. Authorities say there is a pressing need for airmen as pilots and instructors, reducing chances of adopting an overseas airmail link during the conflict.
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Britain
N.be
London
Pingland
Freckle Remedy Promises Clear Complexion Guarantee
A newspaper blurb touts Othine double strength as a freckle treatment with a money back guarantee. Consumers are advised to buy an ounce from a druggist and apply several times to see results, with rare cases needing more than one ounce.
Comtesse Madeleine de Bryns Visits Seattle for War Relief
French noblewoman Comtesse Madeleine de Bryns arrives in Seattle for a three day visit to promote war relief efforts. She travels with Anne Morgan and speaks to American mothers about fronts and the needs of service members.
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Comtesse Madeleine de Bryns
United States
Seattle
Itacls
Comtesse
Madeleine
Jaques de Siryas
Jockey Club
Paris
Comtesse Madeleine
Anne Morgan
J. P. Morgan
Army Cantonmenta
France
Miss. Morgan
Waat
Mothers Friend Endorsed For Easing Birth Strain
Advertises Mothers Friend external preparation to ease labor pains and reduce nervous distress during childbirth. Claims lasting muscle pliability and safer delivery. Encourages buying at drug stores and requesting the Mothershood Book from Bradfield Regulator Co.
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Bradfield Regulator Co
Lamar Ride
Atlanta
Miothere
Drugetet
Far and Near News Roundup of Local Events and Death
Mrs Julius Gelee a former Seattle resident aged 64 died in California on Thursday July 25 from an overdose of morphine coroner's verdict. William Curtis Bok son of Edward Bok has joined the navy. A shipping men meeting is set in the Chamber of Commerce assembly room Friday at 3 p.m. Rh Holmes to adjust trade board policy and grievances. John Drivas barred from Camp Lewis and fined 125 plus 100 costs after a prior assault case. Local unions admit twenty five new members and establish funds and dues rises. Copper miners support drive with a $100 donation. Harvest wages reported from four to twelve dollars daily with labor shortages. Physical exams for drivers planned at Transportation building on July 9. A draft evader suspect, Lino Mendez, turned over to authorities. Club dances and service man programs draw crowds. Business leaders address membership clubs at the Masonic Arcade. Public benefit events planned by Degree of Honor and Knights. Anniversary notices for Willick Stumphrey and They. Washington Association of Commercial Secretaries meets in Seattle August 22–24. Mary Hanson arrested for dependent allotment fraud by federal agents. Mrs Charlotte Frimaller struck by unknown missile. Equitable Loan and Investment case adjourned for briefs.
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Julius Gelee
Seattle
Alaska
California
Sth
Ave
William Curtis Bok
Edward Bok
Ladies’ Home Journal
Navy
Chamber of Commerce
Rh. Holmes
Near Trade Board
John Drivas
Camp Lewis
Camp Board of Trustees
Ee Williams
E Wells
E. Extrem
W. H. Kirkman
Walla Walla
Transportation Building
Lino Mendez
Soldiers and Sailors’ Club
Bragdon
Illinois
Charlotte Frimaller
19Th Ave
Equitable Loan and Investment Company
Shuey
Judee Clay Allen
A Thkiet Stamp A Day Keeps the Hun Away
A playful wartime note suggests using a specific stamp daily to deter enemy action. The brief item admires small daily routines as morale boosters and hints at home-front efforts during conflict.
Wool Poplins and Shepherd Checks Advertised in Various Fabrics
A local catalog lists all wool poplin in multiple shades including Navy Midnight and Russian Plum at 40 inches wide for 2.00 per yard. It showcases Shepherd Checks in half and all wool from 40 to 56 inches up to 4.00 per yard. Reed in Baby Carriages also arrives with prices from 25.00 to 55.00 on the Fifth Floor. Palmolive products offered at special prices on the ground floor with assorted creams soaps powders and kits.
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Navy
Marine
Tailor Nine
Copenhagen
Lansdowne O Wm
Lansdowne
Fraeer-Paterson Co
Fraser-Paterson Co
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Tacoma
S. S
Indianapolis
Puget Sound Navigation Co
Lman Dock
Wight Place
Ohio
Oppeatte Vrasce
Patersen
Vn. J. & Binton
Northwest
Binyon Optical Co
Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Club
Comtesse de Bryas
Columbia
Teek
Elliot Me
Third & University
Phonograph
Fraseer-Paterson Co
Aloe Praser
Piper
Ganter & Mattern
Unionn
Bobby Pike
Union Dentists
Ladies' Dept
Empire Mortgag Loan Co
White . Bidg
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