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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1922
Page
2
A Seattle dinner prompts debate on what defines a perfect gentleman. Readers are invited to submit definitions after a Star staffer offers a $2 prize for the best answer and $1 prizes for the next five best entries.
A skin specialist touts Mentho Sulphur as effective against acne eczema and ringworm. The preparation allegedly soothes irritated skin and heals eruptions, with quick improvement and germ destroying properties. Readily obtainable from druggists to use like cold cream.
A vintage advertisement warns against harsh washing and alkali in soaps and shampoos. It promotes Mulsified cocoanut oil shampoo as pure creaseless, offering rich lather, thorough cleansing, and soft, silky hair. Available cheaply at pharmacies for the whole family.
An advertisement offers a no cost method to relieve asthma and hay fever. It invites recipients with long standing or recent cases to try the program at the advertiser’s expense, promising to end difficult breathing and wheezing, with a coupon to mail today.
A suburban quarrel escalates as a resident threatens to shoot bees after accusing a neighbor of letting swarms intrude. The exchange appears in a Life magazine fragment reflecting domestic tension over pests and property.
Advertisement touts a tonic as a remedy for weakness pale appearance anaemia and thinning, claiming it makes people strong and well. Sold in bottles priced at 1.00 and 2.00 with distribution through drug stores.
Arline Mile the dancing violiniste from Cameo Revue performs at Loew's Palace Hip theater with Romany lineage cited. She says dancing and singing come naturally and notes vaudeville life mirrors a gypsy lifestyle. The Associates of 89 plan a June 6 picnic in Woodland Park to mark the 23rd anniversary of the Seattle fire.
Secretary of Commerce Hoover tells a Washington conference of coal operators that the government cannot regulate coal prices and distribution. He proposes voluntary measures, a district clearinghouse, and committees in Washington and with railroads, utilities, and steel buyers to coordinate orders and prevent speculation.
A boy explains why the altar is used as a wedding name change site, while a BostonTrapscript note oddly lists an array of materials for making paper. The list includes wood fibers, rags, banana taking, beanstalks, pea vines, coconuts, clover, hay, straw, weeds, seaweed and over 150 grasses.
An article weighs the pros and cons of tobacco use for adults and warns against youth use. It suggests dieting to reduce cravings, walking or exercise, mouthwash, and a nitrate solution as a possible aid to quit smoking.
Kinelyn John C. Barr of Tecoma was elected commander to succeed Col. Watson C. Squire at the annual Washington commandery meeting of the Loyal Legion. Other officers named include Dr. E. Weldon Young Seattle senior vice commander Kilmer M. Hayden Tacoma junior vice commander Capt. Horton C. Force Seattle recorder KR. L. Earnest Beattie treasurer Lemuel H. Walls chaplain and Col. Byron Phelps Stout. Council members include Col. Deals Capt. C. S. Cotten Dr. John W. Palley Beattie and Maj. H. W. Cenner Tacoma. Deals acted as toastmaster with Albert I. Pierce recounting Argonne experiences and Capt. Lewis C. McBride discussing London conditions.
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