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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1913
Page
6
An advertisement touts a plant called Diabetes Herb as a cure for diabetes claiming rapid symptom relief. It promises a free book and sample package by mail from Ames Chemical Co to diabetics, with diet lists, food values, and carbohydrate counts.
An ad urges buyers to inspect waterfront materials before purchase for long coats with a guaranteed fit. It lists Albert B. Lord of Northern Bank Building, 80 Union Street, and notes evening hours at 7:30.
A Seattle feature promotes Mique Fisher’s anti modern dances. He claims traditional dances were decorous and advocates a “purity” system with distant partners and a handkerchief to prevent contact. He says hugging should occur privately and public dancing should honor rhythm over contact.
Railroad excursion to Keechelus Lake offers a special round trip fare from Milwaukee on June 19. Tickets available at Milwaukee office and at station. plan includes scenic views and amusements.
Mayor Cotterill vows an independent review of the health department crisis amid claims of political and personal influence. He notes the charter requires councils to approve removal and new appointments while Attorney Snyder sues the civil service commission over alleged improper firings of four workers including Ed Rowe and J W Raughman.
The Second regiment of field artillery accompanies 70 men, a mountain battery, 299 mules and cattle, 4500 tons of forage and commissary supplies. The Dix transport heads to Hawaii and the Philippines to replace a battery in the Philippines and transfer it to Hawaii. Mascots include five dogs two black bears and a parrot plus 20 game cocks.
Gen Chittenden told an Ad club dinner Seattle should become a free port for federal purposes to attract government business and loading facilities. A commission introduced a resolution to grant free port status, with aims to win War Department HQs and a Bureau of Fisheries, plus broader immigration handling plans.
Robert Bonnett filed a suit in Nome seeking 50000 dollars from Herbert Greenberg a wealthy Alaskan for the loss comfort affection and society of his wife because a display of wealth dazzled her during her visit there Mrs Bonnett alleges the display caused the breakup of their marriage and seeks half the amount for loss of companionship and half for distress and mental anguish.
If Mayor Cotterill’s idea is adopted June 6 the 1889 big fire anniversary will be Seattle Day featuring a municipal parade. An ordinance to that effect will be introduced by Councilman Haan. The mayor sent thanks to each city department for parade participation Saturday.
President Heaketh appoints a five member committee to devise ways to curb cruel and useless noises in Seattle. Members include Donald A Nicholson nerve specialist J D Lowman Chamber of Commerce Eugene L McAllaster Auto Club Mrs Terena MacMahon University of Washington and Raymond G Wright attorney Municipal Leagues
Savannah police seek a young woman who helped guard as Miss Kate Kittles shot Dr. Guy O Brinkley and then killed herself in his office. The unidentified accomplice carried a concealed revolver in a white handbag and disappeared before officers arrived. Dr Brinkley was wounded and died, a servant and Anna Whitlams present.
An old advertisement touts Resinol Soap and Ointment for summer eczema heat rash and insect bites. It promises rapid itch relief and better sleep after a warm bath and daily use. The note cites 18 years of medical use and offers samples from Dept. 48 Resinol Baltimore Maryland.
Relatives cut off in Germany plan to challenge the will of H W Peter who left about 200000 to promote Swedenborg teachings. The 70 year old died at the Calhoun hotel of heart failure after moving to Seattle in 1876. One half of the estate goes to the General Convention of the New Jerusalem in Boston and the other half to the American Swedenborg Printing and Publishing Co of New York.
The 31st Olympiad of the North American Gymnastic Union opened at Lakeside stadium in Denver. Three thousand men and 1,000 women Turners, plus 1,000 in elderly classes and 8,000 local school children, will participate in the June 25 to June 20 event featuring gymnastic games and drills.
Karluk, Stefansson's Arctic exploration ship, drops Capt. Goss in Wrangel on the way to Nome where Stefansson will join her. Capt. Bartlett reports all well. The Military Order of Serpents will organize Thursday night at the armory to represent the Spanish American “veta” in the Potlatch parade. Chairman Frank seeks full attendance.
A sealed message from President Wilson for the Olympic prep meet in Chicago is carried by Boy Scouts as they pass Stoyestown toward Pittsburgh. The route Washington to Chicago covers 775 miles with noon Saturday target in Chicago. Scout and school athletic groups will join the relay event and the relay is to boost sportsmanship.
Ellers Music House announces a drayage only sale for pianos, player pianos, talking machines and high grade instruments sent to Seattle homes during alterations. Home trial with monthly payments and option to return. discounted prices on most lines, including Chickering, Sohmer, Kimball, Haddorf, Marshall & Wendell, Story & Clark, Smith & Barnes, Victor and Edison machines. Limited stock as of yesterday and today. store on University Street near Forty stores on the Pacific.
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