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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1918
Page
7
Russians to Fight Back at Germany for Freedom Says Secretary
Seattle secretary of the Society of Relief for Russia says Russians are stirred to action by reports of a new determination to strike back at Germany. He urges contributions to Liberty Bonds and notes the 75,000,000 Russian people could aid world freedom if compelled to join the fight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billy the Smart
Seattle
Society of Relief For Russia
Russia
Germany
Are 35 Year Old Women Suitable for War Service
London Daily Mail defends women aged 35 as fit for public service amid war efforts. It argues age does not limit capability and cites health records showing 20 to 39 year olds perform best. Women married or single are portrayed as capable and unselfishly serving. Also notes clocks to be set forward one hour at midnight next Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Daily Mail
London
War Department
Peace and profits in sugar industry under scrutiny
A 1917 annual report shows American Sugar Refining Co net profits of 10,055,291 on 200,000,000 in business, while beet sugar and competing refineries expand. The piece notes a shrinking monopoly, wartime gains, and looming peace impact on profits, with broader calls for reform and notes on fuel and food, including garden and ration issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
American Sugar Co
United
Fat
American Sugar Refining Co
Recovered Her Health Without an Operation
Mrs. William McLaren of Niagara Falls New York reports relief from gall stones after using Fruitola and Traxo from Pinus Laboratories. She says doctors warned of surgery yet a single dose relieved symptoms and restored strength, with no prescription required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William McLaren
Niagara Ave
Niagara Falls
N. Y
Edsall
Pinus Laboratories
Monticello
Ill
Monti- Illinois
I Hit the Glass and Caused a School Misdeed
A student confesses a reckless day at school. He hides from his father debt and writes an excuse. He laments teachers and discipline while admitting breaking a desk and revealing a classmate’s actions.
Confessions of a War Nurse in France with Red Cross
Idah MceGlone Gibson recounts her Red Cross tour in France detailing hospitals built for American wounded. She notes 6500 beds at Johns Hopkins base hospital, cold rooms, wool uniforms, nightingales, pneumonia care, and lengthy paper procedures to leave town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Red Cross and
the Star
France
Uume
Johns Hopkins
Red Cross
General Pershing
Mies Carri
Norsing
Parts
Idah M. Gibson
Paris
Hansell
William A. Gorton
Letters From Soldiers Describe Tuscania Sinking Ordeal
In February from Some Place in England Warren Paquette recounts his experience aboard the Tuscania disaster. He survived after spending hours in a lifeboat and witnessing crew and ship turmoil, recalling the torpedo hit and the chaotic deck moments. He also notes adjusting to life in England and promises to teach swimming and smoking habits upon return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Warren Paquette
Tuscania
Maud
To Stop Indigestion in Five Minutes
A terse health note claims indigestion stems from acidity and fermentation. It endorses Bi-nesia as a quick remedy, describing powder or tablet forms to neutralize acid after meals and improve comfort during meals.
Invest in War Saving Stamps Today
The notice urges readers to invest in War Saving Stamps to earn Thrift and support Uncle Sam. It promotes patriotism and financial participation during wartime, framing stamps as a simple way for citizens to aid national resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Theatre Lobby Scene Sparks Quiet Echoes of Council Minutes
In the crowded Etrand theatre lobby a visitor asks about her husband as a doorman denies it. A snicker runs through the crowd while a clerk reads council meeting minutes in a tone that hints at private tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Etrand Theatre
Clerk Street
Waxing Wroth
Danderine Promises Thick Glossy Hair Growth
A vintage advertisement touts Knowlton's Danderine as a simple inexpensive remedy for dandruff itchy scalp and hair loss. It promises rapid visible fullness within minutes and new hair growth after about two weeks with soft glossy fluffy hair free of dandruff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knowlton
Indian Woman Accused as Thief in Eastern Washington
Margaret Kinner, from a reputed wealthy Eastern Washington family, is under arrest charged with grand larceny. Deputy Prosecutor Barto filed information Wednesday morning. She allegedly entered Julius Oliver’s room in a drunken condition and left with 140 in Canadian coin, a watch, and a stud pin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Kinner
Washington
Barto
Julius Oliver
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