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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1914
Page
4
King county Republicans scrap direct primaries for 87 delegates to the Tacoma convention in June. Chairman J B Metcalf favors a ward caucus where locals fix candidates and delegates, a softer handpicked approach. Standpatters oppose primaries, warning of weak turnout and loss of party discipline.
A suffrage leader refutes the claim that a married woman is kept by her husband and argues against slander about wives. The piece extols the suffrage move ment as a broader democratic awakening beyond votes, likening it to a moral spark.
A cheerful note suggests packing a hamper for a family outing in early spring. It invites children to identify bird calls while exploring wild flowers. The piece mentions a pamphlet Fifty Common Birds of Farmer with pictures and habits, obtainable via your congressman and the Department of Agriculture, to enrich the trip.
County commissioners refused to include wood blocks in bid specifications despite lumbermen advocating the advantages. The rejection reflects a standing preference for other materials in county paving plans.
The Star corrects last Friday's ad for Seattle Paint Company. Ironite Heel Proof Floor Paint is sold by over 60 dealers in Seattle and vicinity in 10 colors. If a dealer offers a different product, request Ironite from the dealer.
The Bon Marche marks its anniversary with 24 cakes baked for 24 years of operation. Charles A. Jacobs and Fred Blake, with one assistant, spent 148 hours to bake and ice the cakes using 100 pounds sugar 100 pounds butter 126 pounds flour 720 eggs and more ingredients. The icing required 224 pounds sugar and 420 egg whites. Wednesday’s celebration runs 2:30 to 4:30 in the sixth floor cafe with free cake for attendees.
Charles Allen of 118 Sixth Street Portland reports recovery from rheumatism and stomach trouble after taking Akoz the California mineral promote by John L D Mackenzie. He says he feels younger, has appetite, rests well, and plans to return to work. Akoz sold at Owl drug store and others with more information available.
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