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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1917
Page
5
Miss Florence Cooke sues for 100000 dollars claiming distress over a marriage dispute. John Everitt of Jamaica L J an undertaker aged 68 years with asthma and heart issues is the defendant. The text notes a humorous defence about not marrying an undertaker.
First German photograph since America entered the war shows a submarine on the surface and another diving, with a deck gun visible. Government released images praise the submarine crews' heroism as they carry out their deadly mission.
Earl Garey aged 16 died after reaching into an elevator shaft to stop a moving car in the F H Harmon building. Andrew Cherbas had started the elevator and tried to rescue Garey as the cable entangled his arm, jamming him on the third floor.
The White Furs on display suit the season with flat and round neckpieces ideal for evening strolls or rides. Furs are moderately priced at 3.75 5.00 7.50 10.00 and 12.50.
An item describing shirts by She Rhodes Co on the main floor. The shirts use silk fronts and cuffs in a coordinated stripe pattern with lustrous cotton body. They are displayed in combination colors and stripes, offered in sizes 14 to 17.
The notice promotes a new line of Fall suits dresses and gowns to refresh wardrobes for autumn. It highlights silkpet red fabric as a desirable addition within the assortment designed for Petticoats and related garments.
Readers seeking fresh millinery will find autumn models appealing. Designs include black velvet facings on sailors, turbans and small brim shapes with soft crowns, and other distinctive forms. One hat is black hatter's plush in a wide bim sailor silhouette with wide grosgrain ribbon. Price listed as £33.95 and $5.00.
A Seattle Star feature riffs on Balmy Benny asking where Moses was when the lights went out. Readers submit varied, humorous, and moralizing answers, with contributions from several named listeners and a sad note about John Monroe's suicide in Washington.
Roland Morris newly appointed ambassador to Japan may visit Seattle en route to Tokyo. An invitation from S. J. Wetrick of Seattle Chamber of Commerce was acknowledged by Morris. Morris, a Washington native born in Olympia during territorial days, is awaiting Senate confirmation of his appointment.
Secretary of Agriculture David F. Houston asks the Seattle Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Club to promote local canning and processing. He warns of a likely large surplus of staple fruits and vegetables and stresses prompt measures to prevent waste and improve utilization through canning, drying, and preserving.
Water Proof fiprons promotion highlights Kleinert Waterproof House Apron in square and style. One or more will prove indispensable with kitchen tasks like fruit prep and jelly making. Children's size 25c, for women 65c.
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