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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1921
Page
8
The text describes using a few drops of Outgro on skin around an ingrown nail to reduce inflammation and pain and to harden the skin so the nail turns outward by morning. It notes Quigro as a harmless antiseptic for chiropodists and claims anyone can buy bottles containing directions.
Mrs. Mra A. Lundvall, 63, of the Manhattan apartments, died five hours after being struck at Minor ave and Olive st by an unidentified auto that fled. Police reported the car skidded 23 paces and rode 54 feet on the sidewalk before leaving. Survivors include F. R. Lundvall, her son of 1418 Fifth ave W. The body was taken to Bonney Watson mortuary.
In Washington last year two diplomats and a congressman were among those arrested. The report notes high ranking officials facing charges amid a broader crackdown.
Hood River March 14 A jury found J H Dunn principal of Cascade Locks school not guilty of attacking a 15 year old pupil Edna Swalea. The verdict ended a high profile case heard Saturday afternoon in the local court.
Robert Evans 25 former Battery B 63rd artillery man died Sunday at Cushman hospital He is survived by his father John Evans 635 Pikest Funeral arrangements are not yet completed.
A Seattle stationary engineer, W. W. Lake, credits Tanlac with relief from indigestion, dizziness, and rheumatism. He reports improved appetite, sleep, and energy after years of suffering, and endorses Tanlac sold by Bartell Drug Stores and Brooks & Son.
The Rev. Wilbert R. Howell, 56, died in city hospital after his bathrobe caught fire during an early morning bath at his Belmont area home. The gas heater tube disconnected and spread flames as he attempted to fix it. His wife wrapped him in a blanket but he succumbed to burns. He served as Baptist minister and had briefly led the American Baptist Publishing Society bookroom and the Immanuel Lutheran church. Five brothers survive him in Flint, Michigan.
Seven freight carloads of scenery have arrived over the past week as The Wayfarer pageant nears its Seattle presentation next July. Rev. James E. Crowther, author, says the production will require more than 4,000 in the cast.
O. A. Bibbina, 68, a postal telegraph messenger boy, offers to walk 1600 miles in 1600 hours if paid $1000. He vows not to sleep over three hours in 24 and to live on 50 cents a day, claiming the mile a hour record.
Seattle observes Cleanup Week from April 18 through 23 with C. M. Williams named again as chairman by the Chamber of Commerce civic bureau.
In a gun battle on the roof of the Hub theatre early today police killed one robber and wounded another. Three burglars were cutting a hole through the roof when surprised by a squad of police.
A newspaper excerpt describes a surge of appendicitis cases in a Southern town with over fifty operations. It urges prevention like throat care, promoting a double action intestinal antiseptic Adlerika as a complete bowel cleanser. Reports from physicians claim notable relief and effectiveness endorsed by several doctors. The ad notes Adlerika is sold by leading druggists including Seattle stores.
A sale item offering 300 yards of 36 inch white middy twills at regular 40 cents, special for five Tuesdays.
Catalog notes new white cream and ecru curtains with plain and bordered edges. Prices range from 60 cents to 8 1 2 dollars per yard with units listed and specific yard pricing for Nottingham and Filet styles.
Seattle real estate reports that finger phoning will become a major fad as residents gain personal central connections. North Rainier and West exchanges are finished and will receive automatic dial systems by October, allowing subscribers to reach any line directly.
An unmasked man held up A. F. Metzel's drug store in Kent on Saturday night. He demanded money from proprietor and two customers, netting $125 from the till and more from shoppers before escaping through a crowd of about 15 onlookers.
Sir Thomas Lipton, America's best known British yachtsman, plans a June visit to Seattle and the Northwest. The announcement comes from Mrs. Elizabeth A. Hanlon, just back from Europe with Lipton's own word.
William A. Dashley of Lake Burien, real estate man, died Saturday at his home in the district. Funeral services, to be announced, will be in charge of the Elks.
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