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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1913
Page
6
Washington May 2 A new science named babyology and a Children’s Bureau will study why babies thrive fail or die to guide 29.5 million children’s health. Miss Julia Lathrop says investigators survey birth conditions to understand infant mortality and national well being.
In Los Angeles on May 2 an Indian girl guided Detective Rico to a canyon on James Youngdeer’s Capistrano ranch where the missing witness, a motion picture producer subpoenaed to testify before the grand jury probing white slavery, was found after a pursuit on a fleet pony.
From Fairbanks Alaska on May 2 reports say 200 natives and 30 whites live at Nulato trading post. Several natives are dead from diphtheria. A hospital sergeant of the signal corps is in charge but anti-toxin is exhausted. The situation is acute.
A country town enjoys a circus poster drawing youths and couples to the event with candy and lemonade as the family doctor remains busy at the farm the next day.
Paris readers describe a chic tailored suit inspired by Chinese fashion. A black and white parasol, white hat with black velvet lining, and ostrich feather trim define the standout ensemble.
A reader asks about having children on a modest income and the columnist argues that money is not essential for a successful life, citing poverty in history and the value of proper training. Also guidance on making buttonholes for home sewing and advice on managing friendships with girls.
A home recipe combines Barbo Compound bay rum and glycerine in water to darken gray hair and beard. Apply weekly until the shade deepens, then biweekly. touted to also remove dandruff promote hair growth and avoid common dye drawbacks.
A cautionary note on correspondence to women friends urging discretion in personal letters. It advises not to include anything you would not want public and suggests mentioning new acquaintances only if desired. The tone mirrors prudish early 20th century social guidance.
A concerned young man writes of leaving a hometown sweetheart for a new romance. He seeks guidance on how to tell the first girl while remaining friends, noting the new love is strong yet nonconflicting. The advisor downplays urgency and urges restraint and patience. Modern rooms advertised follow.
An imperfect notice notes many letters lack names or addresses yet promises prompt replies when a stamped self addressed envelope is included. Signed by Cynthia Grey.
A reader urges defense of ragtime music, arguing critics misjudge its genius and rhythmic vitality. The letter notes ragtime’s rise in Europe and England's rag craze, praising Scott and Joplin as worthy successors challenging Wagner’s prestige.
Dear Miss Grey asks about removing hair on arms and face. The reply says the only safe method is the electric needle and requires a reliable operator for best results.
Elegant, modern furnished rooms offered at the lowest rates at Hotel Vir ginus located at Eighth and Virginia near Westlake Elliott 803.
Dean Sumner of Chicago argues the city needs more daylight between dancers rather than more daylight dancers. He contends increased spacing improves safety and comfort at events and venues, urging planners to prioritize lighting design and floor layout.
An old-time mixture for darkening gray hair is back in vogue with Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy selling in drugstores for about 50 cents. The ad claims it hides gray, restores color, adds lustre, prevents dandruff and itching, and makes users look years younger.
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