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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1916

Page

5

Russian Advance Through Asia Minor Threatens Constantinople

Report states Grand Duke Nicholas ranks a push through Asiatic Turkey with Trebizond abandoned by Turks. Slav forces may use the city as a base for future operations while a thrust toward Adana or near the Gulf of Iskanderun appears likely. Success could split the Turkish empire and pin the sultan’s army in Constantinople.

Grand Duke Nicholas Turkey Trebizond Constantinople Adana Gulf of Iskanderm Lake Vanion Mediterranean Asia Russia

Carranza’s Weakness in Mexico Deepens Guerrilla Strife

The article argues Carranza fails to restore order in Mexico with lawless guerrilla warfare likely to continue. It suggests a future strong leader may unite rebel bands into a bloody revolution, while Diaz is viewed with suspicion and uncertain influence. It ends with a commentary on movie star scrutiny by millionaires at Palm Beach.

Mexico Carranza Felix Diaz Diaz Uncle Sam

Reform That They'll Swallow

Eugene Housel Grubb known as Potato King of Colorado urges potatoes as a cure for arteriosclerosis linked to declining potato consumption. He claims lack of blood alkalinity causes the bread disease and warns against tobacco. Many readers will follow his potato diet while he already boasts ample stock.

Eugene Housel Grubb Colorado King” Grubb Grubb C. E. Gauss

National Guard exams praised over elections in Washington

An opinion piece argues Washington state guardsmen should keep competitive exams for commissions, warning that election-based promotions turn the guard into a political football. It cites California and other states and favors the Washington method while urging readers to study President Wilson's preparedness speeches and caution against overconfidence in impregnable forts.

Ashington National Guardsmen Congressman Kahn California National Guard National Guard of Washington

Mothers and Missionaries in Far Asia and Matchmaking Musings

Laura Preston Campbell defends missionaries in Canton and India, detailing living conditions and medical work, while William Stevens muses on marriage trends and war widow shortages. He notes many women and men, urging action before scarce opportunities diminish.

Mames Pekin Clementine Bush Westminster Church Dr. Bash India Allen Sam Higginbottom Allahabad Laura Preston Campbell Mins Grey America Pacific William Stevens

Cascarets Claim Gentle Relief From Biliousness

Advertised as a pleasant laxative and liver cleanser Cascar e ts are pitched to combat headaches biliousness and constipation. The copy promises quick wakefulness a clear head clean tongue and sweet breath with no griping and recommends use for children and adults alike.

Complete novel serialized weekly in this paper

A note announces a complete novel to be printed in weekly installments from Monday to Saturday. Readers are invited to request back copies or subscribe through the circulation department for ongoing serials as part of the paper’s special feature.

Quiet Days End as Summer Fades and Mommie Goes to Boise

The narrator recalls late September when the doctor orders Mommie to a Boise hospital. A tense journey to the railroad follows and Ward learns that Hilly Louise is gone. John Pringle and Phoebe relay the news in brief, steady sentences.

Mommie Boise Ward Wolverine Ranch Hilly Louise John Pringle Phoebe

Ward’s Revenge Unfolds Against Buck Olney in Canyon

Ward, a cowpuncher, spots Buck Olney and two others rustling cattle at a hidden corral. He rebrands SeaBeck cattle to frame Olney, confronts him, and plans a hanging, then forces Olney to ride away strapped for escape before necking his own path. Ward suffers a fall and contemplates the ruined day, ending with a cliffhanger as he returns home.

Ward Hardup Rattler War Billy Louise Buck Olney Seabeck Seabeck Cattle Symaels Olney Buck Jim McGuire Ratti

The Ranch at the Wolverine and The Outsider Preview

Advertises next week's publication of The Ranch at the Wolverine by B M Bower and The Outsider by Louis Joseph Vance. Mentions pricing for evening readers and start dates, with notes on availability in the edition.

the Wolverine B. M. Bower Little, Brown & Co Louis Yoseph Vance

Kilmer Swamp Root Testimonials Claim Kidney Cure

A 1909 advertisement-style testimonial features 7. C. Clay of Marion Ohio and 8. A. Hale of Henrietta New York praising Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a cure for long running kidney troubles. Sworn statements notarized in 1914 and 1909 accompany appeals to send ten cents for a sample and booklet.

Sugar St Ohio Marion County A. D T. C. Clay Charles W. Haberman Marlon Co Heya A. Hale Henrietta N. Y State of New Yorkes Monroe Dr. Kilmer & Co Morris T. Griffin Notary Iminghamton Department R

So Long Buck Ends Bitter Retreat in Betrayal Scene

Ward uses a hanging rope to threaten Buck Olney and plans to leave him tied under a hanging limb with Buck's horse secured. Buck pleads, revealing hard truths about hidden cache money, while Ward relishes Buck's fear and prepares a grim exit leaving Buck alone to face a dangerous choice.

Ward Bo Vil Hardup Bank Bock Olney Buck Huck Bridie Rattler Hardup South America Buck Olney Addie Huck Olney Buck Oney Tie Cayuse

Family dispute hints at a blended household conflict

A fragmentary notice describes William Everly of Hoboken entangled in a tense blended family. His young son faces threats from a stepmother while past marriages and a new wife stir family tensions amid rumors of visits and marriage plans.

Vau deville Opportunity Hidden in Serial Line

A British weekly serial hints at a grotesque stunt with Rory bound to a barrel awaiting fate described with theatrical despair and the suggestion of rubber legs, illustrating a perilous vaudeville style act.

Rory

A Good Beginning Musicale Neighborly Exchange

A brief quip notes progress in socializing with fashionable neighbors. Their cat invited our cat to a musicale last night, illustrating neighborly levels of familiarity and a light social moment between households.

Relief for Catarrh Sufferers Now Free Remedy

Free remedy advertised for catarrh relief targets mucous membranes. The copy promises quick soothing effects and claims to clear nasal and throat symptoms with no cost to the user. The notice emphasizes accessibility and immediate availability.

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