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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1917
Page
2
Rumors claim the Kaiser bill shocks German households as wartime austerity measures ripple through daily life. Citizens express concern over food and fuel shortages while authorities promise steps to stabilize wartime economy.
City workers plan to petition the council eight to urge higher salaries as heavy taxpayers from most departments will appear. Police Chief Beckingham will represent officers, with spokesmen from other units to argue the need for increases. They cite the high cost of living and say Seattle should raise pay beyond current $100 monthly minimum.
Mrs Ma Davis of St Louis awoke at 1 20 am after dreaming her son Harold 12 was kidnapped by two negroes. She found his bed empty and an open window suggesting his departure. Harold left with all his clothes while his father Charlies slept through the incident.
In Fond du Lac Wisconsin nine year old John Lonergan a third grade pupil at Jefferson School is praised as a history prodigy by teachers He recalls American and European history events with causes and results and impresses his educators. The Wallingford Community club will meet at Central Christian church to launch a membership drive and plans to boost food production inviting those with cultivable property to call North 2627.
The passage touts a product claim that Gete It makes corns lift off the toe easily as if removing a lid. It emphasizes magic simplicity and urges readers to seek this treatment, claiming swift removal and relief.
The Star’s C C Lyon, now enlisted in the U S Navy, reports on naval reform and discipline at Norfolk VA. He notes the Navy removes weak characters, emphasizes study, self-reliance, and regular home letters, while citing Annapolis appointments and the shift from mollycoddle to capable sailors.
Minneapolis records reveal the city’s heaviest newborn, a son of Mr and Mrs Frank Mandajak, weighing 21 pounds at birth. The birth was documented with the city health department on May 4.
Dr. Shaw noted suffragist is named head of a committee on women's defense work by the council of national defense in Washington. Eight other prominent women join her to organize the woman power of the nation.
Cure claim: apply Zemo from any druggist for 25 cents or one dollar to stop burning and itching. Healing begins immediately and soon clears eczema tetter pimples rash and blackheads. Uses Remo a penetrating antiseptic liquid that is not greasy or staining from The J. W. Rose Co. Cleveland Ohio.
Doctors report Bon-Opto can strengthen weak eyes and reduce dependence on glasses. Patients describe clearer vision within days and many discard glasses. the ad urges going to active drug stores, with the formula printed on the package and a one week money back guarantee.
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