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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1914
Page
4
An editorial criticizes ignoring unemployment data amid slack business. It cites officials who deny numbers and argues society must actively uncover facts to relieve jobless workers. References New York tango dancers and a 2 am curfew illustrate broader economic anxiety.
Gen H M Chittenden of Seattle, president of Esher commission, elected chair by counselors. Ohio offers handsome pay for his services. Roosevelt backs Goethals, but no wire link with Amazon. Teddy’s comment remains imagined.
The writer questions a $1,000 per person limit on postal bank deposits arguing the postal system is safer than other banks and should not restrict hoarded funds. They critique past postal bank performance and note Uncle Sam’s holdings under $30 million as excessive. Also mentions doom-laden peach crop forecasts due to December frost and February warmth.
Suspension for street car crews in Buffalo over refusal to carry militia to quell Lancaster car strikers cited as noble motive. The piece compares to English officers resigning rather than serve Ulstermen. Also notes a tobacco trust critique and a $100,000 sale of copy of "Hamlet."
An advertisement argues beauty comes from health tied to regular bowels. It promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as an ideal remedy for women and families, claiming it regulates stomach and bowels, suits all ages, and avoids harsh laxatives. Free samples offered by mail from Dr W B Caldwell.
A collage of comic bits and quips from The Seattle Star, including dog humor, shy jokes, marriage and wage debates, and a reporter's quip about a potato king. Readers encounter light gags, puns, and a bishop Q A scene, capturing a lively newspaper humor column.
Dr McDowell argues health rules are impractical and costly for many families noting fresh air food and heating costs while alcohol sometimes eases strain. Wm McDowell urges adaptation to economic reality and worker conditioning. Wm V L urges total abstinence as the safe course amid employer competition and varying drinking norms.
The Martha Washington Home Workers league opens its office at 1811 Thirday offering free literature and statistics on the servant problem. Housemaids fund the effort with a $250 donation, aiming to improve working conditions and wage support. A future benefit foundation is planned as a meeting is scheduled next Wednesday at the Woman's Exchange, 15 Thirday.
Fifty thousand Ohio coal miners will be idle after tonight due to a failure between miners and mine owners to agree on a wage scale replacing the expiring one. Also noted is a possible transfer of Ambassador Jusserand of France from Paris to London.
An advertisement touts ordinary mercorized wax as rejuvenating the complexion within ten days to two weeks by slowly removing faded outer skin. It promotes an ounce as enough for any complexion and describes nightly application with morning removal. A wash lotion using saxolite is also advertised to erase wrinkles and firm the skin.
The council approved assessment rolls for Montlake Boulevard costing $163,479.15 and Fastlake Avenue at $20,416.47 yesterday.
The Star letters urge stricter verification in divorces arguing one third are fraudulently sought. A reader calls for personal or written statements from the other party and notes many desertion divorces stem from heartbreak rather than genuine fault.
In the Philippines Uncle Sam notes the presence of tarsiers, small lemurlike creatures labeled as ghostly goblins. Locals fear them for their uncanny appearance, with round goggle eyes and nocturnal habits.
Time table fragments show departures from Colman Dock Seattle with multiple times and exceptions. Noted entries include morning and afternoon slots with special Sunday rules and a late night period. Contact phone Main 5101 for updates.
An old musterole advertisement touts fast relief for lumbago and other ailments. It promotes the white ointment for muscular pains, bronchitis, colds, and more, claiming doctors and nurses use it. Available in 25¢ jars and a $2.50 large size, with mail order options from the Musterole Company in Cleveland.
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