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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1918
Page
7
The article warns men of draft age to evaluate their work under Gen. Crowder's new regulation that all nonessential or loafer jobs will lead to conscription. It notes lists of nonuseful occupations may expand and urges reflection on whether current roles, including clerks, housework, or chauffeurs, could be targeted as war effort shifts.
A Washington observer critiques wartime economics noting straw hats by profiteers and the shift to expensive women's hats, questions milliners’ motives, and ponders coffin costs. The writer urges a public vote on war related issues and laments streetcar fare hikes after cost cutting.
The piece reports that local G O P Republicans view federalized control of railways telegraph and telephone lines with alarm and fear public ownership. It notes their ambiguity about which aspects to oppose and cites Temporary Tom Revelle predicting a push for public ownership of all utilities. The commentary mocks partisan politics and references Belgium and Admiral Tirpitz.
Paris reports a new theory on why Germany held back the west offensive. The plan, attributed to Hindenburg Ludendorff and the crown prince, promised Amiens and a crushing victory by May 1. Failure could return Von Buolow to power as Germany seeks a new peace push.
A quirky mix of snippets notes and quips. Mentions reading thermometers hints and a September wedding gown for a railroad man. A Rochester Akron inventor and a rubber rolling pin laundry bag idea are referenced alongside a remark about keeping Broadway dark and drawing crowds.
An advertising claim promoting Freezone to treat corns. It promises instant relief with no pain and easy removal, noting a low cost.
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