Divorces and Debates Mark 1920s Seattle Courtroom
Adelaide Dondero, unable to read or write, faces a divorce suit as her husband Joseph cites drinking. She does not respond, and the judge contemplates involving the Italian consul to advise her. Agnes Schafer, married one day, receives $15 monthly alimony from Merman Schafer. Other cases include Wilhelm Hierach and Julia Hiersch, with nonpayment and custody disputes. The court stresses residency and accountability in divorce actions.
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Adelaide Dondero
Ninh
Joseph Dondero
Agnes Schafer
Merman Schafer
California
Albertson
Wilhelm Hierach
Julia Hiersch
Wilhelm
Vashon Island
Seventy seven remedy for colds and grip advertised
A short promotional item touts Seventy seven as a dependable remedy for colds and grip. It notes the product is pleasant to take and portable, with a price of B5e and $1.06, available at all druggists. The ad lists Reyes Homeo. Medicine Co. at 154 William Street, New York.
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Reyes’ Homeo. Medicine Co
William Street
New York
Critique of Seattle Civil Service and Political Corruption
BVWIN J. BHOWN blasts Seattle’s civil service commission arguing its age limits for stationary firemen and engineers shield political favoritism. He calls for removal of the ill qualified board, ending patronage and exposing the system to merit.
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Seattle
Civil Service Commission
Civil Service
Hern
Denmark
Gill
Poona
Villaflor Denies Involvement With Woman In Room
Testimony in the murder trial of Serafina Villaflor continues as she faces a plot to kill Quong Chew in a Milwaukee hotel. Villaflor, on the witness stand, refutes Lucile Goley and L. F. Oesear claims while asserting he is being used by Mrs. Goldy to curry favor with authorities. Witnesses including Assistant Labor Commissioner Kenny testify to Villaflor’s prior good character.
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Serafina Villaflor
Quong Chew
Milwaukee
Villafior
Lucile Goley
L. F. Oesear
Kenyon
Villaflor
Wilson Trip Off for San Francisco Fair
President Wilson cancels his proposed trip to the San Francisco fair due to European developments. Vice President Marshall will preside at the dedication on March 20.
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Washington
Wilson
San Francisco
Marshall
Mrs Primrose Weds in San Rafael High-Profile Match
W Gainer Thigpen the prominent hotel man wed Mrs Esther Nerney Primrose the divorced wife of famed minstrel George Primrose last Sunday in San Rafael. R John Martin longtime Y M C A official died Friday in West Seattle. Funeral services set for Sunday at Home Undertaking chapel.
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San Francisco
W. Gainer Thigpen
Esther Nerney Primrose
George Primrose
San Rafael
R. John Martin
The
West
Seattle
Home Undertaking Chapel
Chance for 112 boys to join Seattle YMCA next week
Seattle business leaders fund 112 memberships for poor boys for next Monday through Thursday at the YMCA building. Leaders will guide swimming diving rescue and physical training plus social activities, hikes, camp trips, and outings on Puget Sound while organizing into clubs named Chauncey Wright Kelley Truck Colonial and Winton Six.
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the Star
Seattle Star
Marion Street
George R. Keith
Associa.tion
Seattle
Portland
Ths
Association Friends
Chauncey Wright
George KR. Keith
Association
Fred L. Boalt
The
Star Star
Tracy Strong
Walter Jenkings
Frank Kingsbury
Clara K
Puget Sound
Letters on youth, marriage, and social expectations
Readers seek guidance on teenage outings with boys, parental limits, and honesty about missteps. A respondent warns against hidden plans, urges parental communication, and stresses avoiding repeat behavior. A bride asks about saving money vs dress appeal. advice centers on speaking to her husband and maintaining presentable clothing.
Danderine Claims Dandruff Vanishing Results
Advertises Danderine as a dandruff cure and hair saver with scalp relief after one or two uses. Buyers told a decent bottle will remove all dandruff and prevent further hair loss, with no itching reported after several applications.
Prevent Kidney and Bladder Trouble with Gold Medal Haarlem Oil
An advert promotes Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as a preventive remedy for kidney and bladder issues. It claims to detoxify the body, curb symptoms like backache and fatigue, and warns of Bright’s disease. The Owl Drug Company imports and guarantees the product with a money refund offer.
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Nature
Haarlem
Owl Drug Company
Judge Refuses Divorce for Rushlow Couple
Everett court denies a divorce request from Mr. Henry Rushlow and Mrs. Rushlow aged 65 and 64. The decision follows examination of their marital dispute and status in the local jurisdiction.
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Everett
Henry Rushlow
Resinol heals eczema and clears complexions
Suffering eczema sufferers find relief with Resinoll ointment and resinol soap. Doctors have prescribed the treatment for twenty years and trial offers are available from Dept. 12 R Resinol Baltimore. The soap contains no free alkali and adds resinol medication for soothing healing effects.
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All Drugeiste
Resinol
Baltimore
Freckles Cause Fatal Beauty Treatment Death
Mrs Sophie Amberge Levy a Staten Island widow died in San Francisco after a beauty doctor gave a morphine and atropine injection to remove freckles. The treatment preceded an operation and a carbolic acid solution was used during the face procedure. The physician is in custody.
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San Francisco
Sophie Amberge Levy
Staten Island
N. Y
Delay Costs 2000 Dollars for Grading Work in Rainier Valley
A finance committee recommends 2322 dollars for passage to pay Henry Price for tractor work grading O Street in Rainier Valley. The delay arose as negotiations stalled for the purchase of the S R and S rail line, with the worker saying the hold up strained his operation.
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Finance Committee
Henry Price
Bard, Former U.S. Senator, Dies in Los Angeles
Thomas R. Bard, a former United States senator, has died in Los Angeles. His career included significant service in public office and contributions to regional and national policy. Coalescing biographical details indicate a long tenure in public life.
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Thomas R. Bard
United States
Los Arteles
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