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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1916
Page
2
A local dentist, Dr K K R Clark, appeals to readers about urgent dental work. He warns of health and efficiency risks from bad teeth, touts trained staff, modern equipment, and guaranteed painless, high quality service using the OVO-CAIN anaesthetic.
A fragment lists Regal Dental Offices at 1 BR Clark and 3406 Third Ave North West corner Thtré end Untes. The readable text provides location cues but lacks complete context or confirmation of business details.
An Arkansas city man reports curing rheumatism with Cactus Juice after years of suffering. The advertisement claims kidney liver and blood benefits when other remedies failed. Available at Bartell Drug Stores Store No 3 corner 1st Pike with Mr Rollins offering to explain merits.
In Buenos Aires on June 19, South American opinion distrusts US militia mobilization. Voters fear a US territorial expansion or protectorate in Latin America, contrasting with pro Mexican sentiment and resentment of US meddling in Mexico. Public sentiment backs Mexico amid calls for patience in Washington.
County Auditor Phelps opened the liquor permit room on the third floor drawing three long applicant lines. Clerks predicted a record day with at least 750 permits, surpassing last Monday’s 500 plus. Permit headquarters are now room 327 in the new building.
Adjt Geo Thompson leads university cadets who report to their armory at the university under mobilization orders. After mobilization they will likely be brought downtown. Company F comprises all able bodied freshmen and sophomores with officers mostly from upper classes. With the term just ended, the students have dispersed across the state, creating mobilization challenges for the unit.
Gilbert Thornberg proprietor of the Cowen Park pharmacy at 5501 14th Ave. N. E. was charged Monday with selling drugs without a license. Complaint was sworn in by C. Osse ward president of the state pharmacy board in Justice Brinker’s court.
The War Department record shows a total of 129 398 men available for militia footing in a mobilization effort.
A Saturday night crash at First Ave and Connecticut St involved Interurban train No. 512 and the water tower from No 1 company, with both objects traveling fast. Driver Harvey Benson and L P Schweitzer were injured. Scientists estimate about 15 percent of the earths crust is aluminum.
The border militiamen face a harsh shift from civilian comforts to self supplied camps. They must cook their own meals, care for bedding and tents, and endure a strict officer’s oversight. On patrol they will improvise meals from sparse haversacks, learning by rough experience.
The city hosts a bathing fashion show next Saturday with Mayor Gill and Governor Lister invited. 1000 seats for public viewing, prizes of 50 dollars for best attire, entries open until Friday at Mutual Life building. The natatorium features a 60 by 100 feet pool, green white gold decor, and a promenade for the parade. A second burglary at Rev A Fisher home netted six dollars.
Witnesses recount Marian Lambert's mood and actions before her death as the Orpet case unfolds. Ethel Cole testifies Marian spoke of being with Irving Clow and “got him going again” after school in the lab. Defense uses the tale to cast doubt on the state narrative.
Saturday enrollment for the summer term at the University of Washington sets a new record with 300 names recorded. Attendance this season is expected to surpass all previous figures.
Surging mail from the United States to Germany arrived after President Wilson’s protest notes to Britain. Letters four to six weeks old bore large black marks reading opened by the censor, signaling a response to the protest and heightened censorship.
Washington dispatches a note to the Austrian government renewing demands for disavowal and reparations for the attack last winter by an Austrian submarine on the tank steamer Petrolite. The note reflects ongoing U.S. demands and diplomatic efforts.
Dell Crane, longtime former deputy sheriff under multiple administrations, died Sunday after a period of illness, passing away at his home. He served in local law enforcement and was known for his community involvement.
John Soudas a cigar dealer confessed to the Christie hotel stabbing of Mrs Blanche Coleman after police say he reenacted the murder scene. Detective Capt Tennant places him at the apartment late Saturday and alleges a second man started the fight before the fatal blows. Witnesses Agnes Hennessy and Henry McBroom say no one fled the scene other than the described suspect, while authorities doubt Soudas story of a mysterious accomplice.
Seattle jitney drivers entered the city council chambers with a petition bearing 10 000 to 16 000 names to protest a proposed ordinance that would force them off main thoroughfares and out of the downtown business district. If enacted the ordinance would bar hire cars from streets with streetcar tracks.
Patrolman A G Ford was struck as he closed the doors of the old Minnesota bar on Occidental avenue. E Hanrahan, 21, was arrested for alleged liquor selling. Other arrests include J H Taylor at Sixth Ave S and King St and Edan Sullivan at 636 Lancet RE. Pielow Transfer Co manager charged with violating the dry law after three barrels of whisky were taken from a truck. permits on the barrels were forged.
Modern rooms with gest service and special rates advertised for Hotel Virginus near Westlake Avenue. Advertisement lists Virgin Virginia address and reduced prices for guests, inviting inquiries.
Mrs Blanche Falt of 122 Ninth Ave West filed for divorce alleging forced marriage after being plied with liquor. She says Athol Falt induced a courthouse wedding on May 23 after she was intoxicated and later left him the next day.
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