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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1904
Page
5
A sensational claim from the Altenheim Medical Dispensary offers a free trial of Poco Treatment said to regrow hair, stop shedding, and remove dandruff. Acknowledge a young woman’s dramatic recovery and request name and address with a stamped return to Cincinnati Ohio.
The city laboratory, started just over a month ago, proves a boon to public health by enabling affordable drinking water analyses. It has helped shut down contaminated wells, extend city water to needy districts, and reduce typhoid fever risks. Milk samples show no adulteration, though some fat content issues found. Overall costs drop from 476 to 126 dollars monthly for analyses, with many residents petitioning for water mains and better storage to ensure pure water.
Ballard records show a June 14 dedicatory program for the new $15,000 Carnegie library under the Current Century Club. Mayor Zook and Hon. Joseph Shippen will speak. Marguerite Longacre of Seattle will sing as part of the music, with a 60 cent admission to fund books. A public reception follows Saturday afternoon, free admission with a book donation. Ballard mills plan to maintain wages despite a regional shingle market slump, but may close if prices fall below $1.25.
The advertisement notes a Sunday excursion for newsboys to Pleasant Beach with details on page 7.
Rumors in Seattle claimed Ballard shingle weavers planned a strike, but crews are satisfied and report no cause for complaint as mill owners pay union wages and friction remains absent.
A Ritzville meeting considered Northern Pacific Railroad plans to improve freight yards and build a new station. Private warehouse owners resist relocation without reimbursement, and a committee will confer with railroad officials about a possible station this year while delaying broader improvements. Boats depart Pier 2 at 6 20 9 10 a m 1 16 2 30 4 30 for battleship viewings.
Capital City departs Matin Street Sunday June 19 at 9 p m for a picnic at Defiance Park Tacoma. Return from park to Commercial Dock at 6 p m. Round trip fare 60 cents with 26 cents for children, proceeds to Hospital Fund.
D Bassett and W H Martin attend the State Bankers' association in Walla Walla. Wedding invitations are out for the marriage of W A Char Wenatchee and Alice Dorman in this city on June 4. An item promises a preventive against self harm with Electric Bitters, touted as a tonic and regulator for nerves and internal organs.
The Musical Courier lauds Sherman, Clay & Co. for upholding strict legitimate practices in piano sales, contrasting its model conduct with competitive advertising tactics. The firm, with stores in Seattle, San Francisco, and Oakland and reps across key coastal cities, is cited as elevating industry standards.
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