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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1917

Page

11

Hartman Loses Billiards Then Enlists in Marine Corps

In Wisconsin James Hartman lost a 15 ball billiards match and immediately enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He left for Mare Island California for Marine training. The item also notes Burton E Stevenson has a new novel starting Monday in The Star.

Wis Ivories James Hartman Tely United States Marine Corps Hartman Marines Mare Island Cal Burton E. Stevenson The Star

Confessions of a Wife on morals and society

In a veranda discussion the group analyzes Paula’s story and its impact on working women. They argue that morals evolve with women’s changing place, stressing education, responsibility, and honest dialogue about sex, work, and life’s choices.

Jim Eliene Mollise Chad Pat Paula Moltie Margie Alice Mollie Paula Newton Alma Roth Emma Pauls Rachel Angela Ladies’ Aid Society Bethany Baptist Church Ballard

Boys Find Shell Blown to Pieces at Fort Sill

Loreney Meadows twelve is killed and Leroy Hinkle twelve injured by the explosion of a three inch shrapnel shell on the Fort Sill military reservation. The blast occurred as Meadows attempted to remove the dress cap from the shell, blowing him to pieces and leaving Hinkle with a deep foot bash from flying fragments.

Lawton Oklo Loreney Meadows Leroy Hinkle Fort Sill Meadows Hinkle

Girl 15 Rescues Toddlers From River in Wisconsin

Sheboygan, Wis. March 2. Virginia Peealer, 15, braved cold waters in heavy clothes to rescue her 6 year old brother Jacob and 7 year old Cecilia Melger after they fell through a river fee. She swam to the middle, pulled Jacob from danger as he sank, returned to shore, then went back to save Cecilia.

Sheboygan, Wis Virginia F Peealer Jacob Cecilia Melger Sheboygan Fee Cecilla

Man Dies as He's Making Out Will

In Peoria Illinois on March 2 John L. Newcomb died while his will was being drawn by his attorney. He had been injured Monday and, after regaining consciousness in hospital, requested legal help.

Will Peoria John L. Newcomb Newcomb

California Syrup of Figs Ad Claims Safe Laxative

An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a harmless first remedy for children's constipation and illness. It emphasizes a spoonful clears bowels within hours, warns against counterfeit syrups, and directs parents to buy a 50 cent bottle from the California Fig Syrup Company with printed dosing directions.

California California Fig Syrup Company

Latin American Conference Proposed for European Peace

Buenos Aires action proposes a conference of Latin American nations to urge peace in Europe. Chile has received the Argentine proposal, with Buenos Aires named as meeting place and the United States not included among invited nations.

Buenos Aires Chile Argentina Santiago la Nacion Buenos Aitres Europe United States Group of Nations

Man proposes moth ranch scheme in New York

George Kamin travels to New York to pitch a plan for a moth ranch to produce 20 million moths within ten miles of the city and force clothing manufacturers to buy new salt. He is ridiculed by fatcats and taken to Bellevue hospital to prove his idea.

New York Metropolia George Kamin Holyoke Mr. Kamin

Postal Clerk Held for Theft of 500 Dollars

Chicago March 2 David W Ransford a long time post office clerk pocketed a half dollar from a letter and is held to the federal grand jury on a 2000 bond He alleged he begged Deputy Marshal Klein to lend his revolver to end it all He has a wife and three children and no prior trouble.

Chicago David W. Ransford Federal Grand Jury Klein

Chicago Eyes Price Surge for Fruit to a Dollar

Chicago rumors hint that speculators may push fruit prices to one dollar a dozen as market nerves run high in early March. Local shoppers await guidance as merchants weigh supply and demand signals amid uncertain trading conditions.

Chicago

Doan's Kidney Pills Promoted For Kidney Relief

A Seattle man testifies to the remarkable virtue of Doan's Kidney Pills for kidney relief. The article warns that habitual drinking can irritate the kidneys and cause backache dizziness head pain and urinary disorders. It urges moderating or eliminating strong drinks and notes many have benefited from the remedy.

Bright Seattle Doan

Back Pain Report from Charles M Cox at Third Ave N

Charles M Cox of 226 Third Ave North reports dull heavy ache in the back with sharp pains when straightening and irregular kidney secretions described in his medical note.

Charles M. Cox Third Ave. N

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