This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1916
Page
3
Omaha officials announced the resignation of A L Mohler president of the Union Pacific and Oregon Short Line effective July 1. Mohler had announced plans to retire earlier after skating injury and possible health factors prompted the move.
London reports Premier Asquith plans immediate conferences with Irish leaders John Redmond and Sir Edward Carson. Authorities hint an Irish cabinet may be formed with limited powers to be gradually expanded. Also a gypsy named Mary Adams was arrested in Spokane with a boy matching the kidnapper description from Jersey City.
The speech labels pacifists and German-Americans as influencing U S policy. It condemns administration feebleness, calls for full preparation, a 250000 strong regular army, universal military training, and abolition of the hyphen. It denounces a government armor plant as harmful and criticizes political appointments.
An advice piece warns soaps and shampoos dry the scalp and brittle hair. It endorses cocoanut oil as a mild cleansing option, claiming it cleanses with a rich lather, leaves hair lustrous, and is inexpensive for family use. A second item quotes Roosevelt on German war plans and German American voting in U.S. affairs, citing a letter from Berlin scholars about neutrality and a Japan-US conflict scenario.
A heated presidential primary and congressional vote unfold in Oregon as voters head to the polls. Candidates vie for early momentum and party influence in a competitive state race.
Rev Adna W Leonard of Seattle, pastor of First Methodist, elected as the youngest bishop in U.S. Methodist Episcopal history at Saratoga Springs. Born 1874 in Cincinnati, he has led Seattle with 1200 worshippers, with prior stints in Rome and Cincinnati and service in city and national church work.
A. C. Billings, ex mayor of Harrington Washington, died in Spokane hospital from gangrenous poisoning after a woodtick bite. The death closes a long career in local affairs.
The former mayor Eugene Schmitz's home was sold at public auction from the courthouse steps to W. B. Waldron for 2500 dollars. Waldron assumed a 12000 dollar mortgage and paid 4500 dollars in fees to the late Judge Chas Farrell.
Dr L R Clark Painless Dentistry touts guaranteed painless work with NovoCain supply, modern equipment, and a staff of certified dentists. The notice promises a free thorough examination and explains costs to restore teeth, urging prompt action.
Abbreviated notice lists Regal Dental Offices Dr J H Clark and Masege at 1405 Third Ave with address cross references and union related wording indicating a hiring end or contract matter.
See Indianola Beach first or last as you choose a summer or permanent home. The ad claims Indianola Beach is the best and notes you can live there and work in Seattle. Visit Calypso at the wharf between Madison and Spring Streets at 9 a.m. on weekdays or Sundays for a property viewing. Cash fare 25 cents. Commutation tickets 12 1/2 cents.
At Indianola Beach the resort touts the largest finest smoothest sand bathing area on Puget Sound with no rocks gravel or mud and dressing rooms provided is not available.
Miss Phyllis Gordon recalls playing opposite Nat Goodwin in the 1916 season at the Palace Hip theatre and on film. She denies marriage for publicity but admits liking him immensely. She recounts a Lubin film stunt injury and jokes about Goodwin’s age and wives for intrigue.
A Dutch observer reports that German forces deploy electric wire fences along the Belgium Netherlands border causing deaths of escaping prisoners at night. The claim, attributed to K. Niemantsverdriet of Laserswoulde, was made during a business trip.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.