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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1915
Page
2
The article describes a new fad where women paste a small Kodak picture under the eye next to the cheekbone. The wearer cannot see it without a mirror, but others notice the tiny portrait. The trend spreads quickly as a facial decoration using cutout photos.
Four British battleships resume shelling Fort Namazieh in the Dardanelles after orders to silence enemy batteries. The Namazieh position returns fire as Kilid Bahr remains partially protected. Vice Admiral Carden concentrates on Namazieh, while Chanak batteries on the Asiatic side stay quiet amid treacherous air currents hampering Allied aircraft.
Dispatch from Petrogad reports renewed German threat toward Warsaw with heavy forces massed along a 40 mile front from Milawa to the Ortec river. Five German army corps totaling about 200000 men concentrated at Priasnyaz, with a Russian army of similar size maneuvering to meet it.
An eyewitness report from Paris states after two weeks of heavy fighting in Champagne the French lifted the pressure on retreating Russians in Poland and saved Warsaw. It acknowledges French losses were heavy but claims German casualties were greater and that Russian forces are reorganizing to push Germans back from the frontier.
A young thief stole A. P. Nelson's car at his home on First Ave West and, after half an hour, asked Nelson to ride in the jitney he had seized at First Ave and Harrison. Nelson took the wheel and the inexperienced driver jumped out at Pike Street, fleeing.
Ole Hanson visited the capital and sat in the house gallery behind the speaker. Lane, a former member, moved to escort him beside the speaker, but Conner ignored the motion. Lane and Webster escorted Hanson to a rear area as the crowd kept quiet.
Secretary Daniels announced three admirals were elevated under the new navy statute. Frank F. Pletcher now commands the Atlantic fleet, Thomas Howard commands the Pacific fleet, and Walter Cowles commands the Asiatic fleet. Fletcher becomes ranking admiral, second to Admiral George Dewey.
The city will receive bids on new bridge bonds on April 10 under plans of Chairman Fitzgerald. The total amount to be advertised is not yet determined, and funds will be restricted to bridge construction under the Renick bill, not available for other uses or temporary loans.
William Rockhill Nelson known as the Fighting Editor and owner of two Kansas City papers lies seriously ill at his home. Born in Indiana in 1841 he moved to Kansas City in 1880 where he launched the papers he edited until recently.
Olympia March 11 Senate bill would require flag exercises in every school once a week. Rep Winston of Spokane argued the measure impractical and an encumbrance, claiming students would not know what they were saying. The house did not concur.
Harold Preston, attorney for the port commission, notifies of intent to resign once a successor is named. He cites the $4,000 annual salary and expense limit as insufficient to justify continued service.
Ad copy touts Kellogg’s Sanitone Wafers as filling the mind with joy and cheerfulness. It claims the product vitalizes vim and vigor in the body, delivering renewed energy and nerve-tingling vitality.
A vintage advertisement promises nerves and vitality from Kellogg Santtone Wafers. It claims the wafers restore energy for overworked, weary people and offer a free trial box, noting a regular one dollar price and local sale at Seattle Owl Drug Co on Third Ave and Pike St.
To those who have endured years the itching torment of eczema or skin eruptions the relief from the first use of Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap is incredible. Itch and burning stop instantly and the eruption is driven away in short time. Resinol Ointment and Soap are sold by all druggists. For trial free write to Dept. 14 R Resinol Baltimore Md.
Correspondent Sims visits a Capuchin monk posted in a ruined church tower amid Belgian and German fire near the Flemish front. The monk, once artillery, stays at the post two months fighting for King Albert, praying while guiding artillery and surviving bombardment.
Promotes Cascaret laxatives as a sure remedy for costive bowels indigoestion and headaches. Claims a detoxifying night cleanse that helps stomach liver and bowels while you sleep and lasts for months. Encourages use for adults and children alike.
The Goodyear Raincoat Company at 16 Second Ave has become Goodyear Clothing Company. Charles Brown remains general manager. The ladies raincoat department is discontinued, Kirschbaum men’s clothing added, and the men’s raincoat department retained. Focus will be on popular priced men’s wear at 15 18 and 20 dollars.
A vintage advice piece explains that hair health affects youthfulness. It recommends using a shampoo formulated product rather than makeshift washes. Dissolve canthrax in hot water for three cents a shampoo to cleanse, remove dandruff, oil, and dirt, leaving hair fluffy, glossy, and healthier for growth.
Dr. M. A. Matthews used a courtroom tableau in the revival sermon at First Presbyterian church. He examined an imaginary witness, pressed for belief in God and Christ, and denounced preachers relying on hearsay, claiming many should be removed for frivolous doubts.
Miss Effie Young stars of the fashion world earning high pay akin to vaudeville stars. She wore the prize winning gown at the Fashion Art League of America exposition in Chicago, highlighting her status as a leading model.
Secretary Daniels ordered torpedo boat destroyers McDougal and Dayton from Guantanamo to New York to aid port authorities in maintaining neutrality. They will operate with the Dolphin under Rear Admiral Usher.
University of Washington regents consider Charles Allen Prosser for president. Prosser, secretary of the National Society for the Promotion of Industrial Education, visited Seattle last fall for an educational convention and impressed several regents. He resides in Massachusetts and may be invited to return to study conditions at the university.
A temporary structure for the Shriners will be erected on the vacant lot opposite the Washington hotel and be finished before July 13, the opening day of Shriners' week.
Olympia March 11 Senate amended a bill to let the state board of control buy giant powder in open bids and sell at a small profit to county commissioners who in turn sell to farmers at a higher profit. The original plan for a state powder factory to sell at cost to farmers was abandoned, prompting Senator Imus to call the move a farce and note fears of a powder trust still dominating the market.
Secretary of the Interior Lane said a Wednesday conference with the president focused on purchasing a northern road. The choice pits Copper River Northwest and Alaska Northern, with a $350000 offer reportedly on the table for Alaska Northern. Mt Lassen eruption renewed with ash and smoke at 7 15 this morning. Judge J T Ronald to lecture on A Tour Through Europe at Grace M E church Friday night.
An old drug advertisement touts Bromo Quinine tablets from E W Grove promising a cure within one day. It claims druggists will refund money if the remedy fails, with Grove's signature on each box.
An old advertisement advises against soaps for hair washing due to alkali drying scalp and brittling hair. It promotes plain refined coconut oil as a grease free, cheap alternative sold in drugstores. Apply with water to create a rich lather that cleanses and rinses easily, leaving hair soft and fluffy.
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