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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1917
Page
6
Putnam, facing possible dismissal by Mayor Gill or Chief Beckingham, says he acted to serve the city. Mayor Gill will review Putnam’s case after the Powers bribery trial ends, while Putnam defended his actions as a duty to the public.
Three British naval planes engaged ten German machines in an aerial battle above Roulers. One German plane was shot down in flames and two others likely destroyed. The fight lasted 16 minutes with all British planes unharmed.
Advert sees cocoanut oil as a superior shampoo option. It warns against alkali in soaps and shampoos that dry the scalp and brittle hair. Recommends plain emulsified cocoanut oil to moisten hair and create a rich lather that cleanses scalp and dust from hair. It claims the oil leaves hair silky and easy to manage and notes availability and low cost at drug stores.
In the Mike Powers bribery trial the defense portrays Wardell as a gambling boss and bootlegging partner while Dr. Richardson testifies Wardell is a sick unreliable witness. Witnesses detail February visits, trip records, and a proposed fifty dollar payoff as investigators seek to sway the case.
A 19th century pitch promotes Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a remedy for female ailments. It claims lasting health and cheer despite aging, asserting the product has brought happiness to thousands of homes over forty years and targets backache headaches and nervous strain.
The piece urges building strength across body and mind by caring for nerves first. It recommends nitro phosphate tablets, taken with meals, as a remedy for nervous exhaustion and low vitality, claiming broad health improvements when used as directed.
Cincinnati authority promotes Freezone as a cheap, safe home remedy to lift all corn types without pain or infection risk. The product supposedly comes in a quarter ounce at drug stores and dries quickly without irritating surrounding tissue, appealing to women wearing high heel footwear.
King Alexander announced Venizelos will form a new cabinet. Venizelos, who led a government from Salonika after Constantine refused reforms, is expected to unite factions and signal reforms in Greece.
Lightweight sleeveless top with crocheted yoke and band neckline. Described as attractive summer weight garment available in sizes 36 through 44. Low neck and strapless appearance with a banded top finish.
Clarence J. Amsbury former clerk at the Portland Employers association lies near death after a midnight revolver duel with FE. W. Hobak in the rear of the Hobak residence South Portland Hobak was slightly wounded Amsbury said he was sent to find bootleggers Hobak began to investigate after hearing Amsbury in his yard
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