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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1919
Page
11
The article warns against alkali heavy soaps and prepared shampoos that dry the scalp and roughen hair. It recommends emulsified coconut oil shampoo as gentler, producing rich lather with water only, cleansing scalp and hair of dirt, oil, and dandruff for a quick, even dry finish. A few teaspoons yields ample lather. Available at most drug stores and inexpensive for family use.
In Cologne June 12 German occupation faces strikes that curb Rhine travel. Passes from military commanders coal for river boats and freight needs limit boat traffic. Miners return to work but output remains just enough for freight and transports. Heinie laments a summer of riverbank walks.
American Red Cross workers in Haatern Europe and Asia Minor report locals salt newborn babies for health and evil-spirits protection. Armenians and Greeks salt the infant then wash, while mountain tribes hold the baby in pickle for hours.
A man flatters a woman by asking her opinion on a subject she knows little about. The scene highlights social dynamics and politeness in conversation, showing how misinformed questions can still influence perceived consideration and engagement in dialogue.
Seattle council weighs sale of Rainier Valley street railway to the city after Utilities Supt Murphine places value at about 1.347 million dollars. The report traces historical costs and depreciation with past appraisals, noting aging lines and higher operating costs, and suggests a five cent fare could yield profit if franchise obligations end. The measure was urged by the Young Men's Business club of Rainier Valley as they push for immediate purchase action.
In Indianapolis on June 12, Al Kader temple of Portland won the bid to entertain the 1920 Imperial council session of the Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. Seattle supported Portland while most visiting Shriners abstained from voting. Leo V. Youngworth of Los Angeles was named imperial outer guard after a session.
Berlin reports Gov Haber of the German colonial office says the treaty should be signed despite allied counter proposals. He says the cabinet should take responsibility rather than the national assembly, noting the Entente is ready to send forces into Germany if needed.
A wife imagines her husband laughing in his sleep means he is dreaming he is single. The quip reflects a humorous night scene about marriage and fantasy.
A reflective note on how misfortune reveals true allies, showing that when trouble strikes some stand by you while others drift away. The idea contrasts loyalty with opportunism and challenges readers to assess their own responses to hardship.
The circuit court of appeals in San Francisco affirmed the sentences of Frank Shaffer and W E B Mead for obstructing U S recruitment and for mailing anti Canadian army material. Mead received five years and one day. Shaffer two and a half years. Both may seek Supreme Court review after commitment papers are signed.
In Seattle, Clara J. Curtis files for divorce from Edward 8. Curtis, commercial photographer, in Superior Court before Judge King Dykeman. She cites neglect and alleged infidelity, seeks $150 monthly alimony, custody of four minor children, and costs. The couple own a Capitol Hill home, Skagit county land, California property, and the Curtis Studio.
Springfield report notes that a national electrical workers strike may be averted by negotiations in New York between American Telephone and Telegraph and union leaders. International secretary Charles P. Ford said twenty four companies have signed satisfactory agreements with local unions and are exempt from the strike set for Monday.
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