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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1917
Page
2
The piece records a reporter's interview with Seattle Mayor Hi about women volunteers, their "Women’s Army Against Waste," and spring fashion styles. The mayor comments on style costs and his cynicism, noting he expects future adverse coverage.
A narrator reflects on the mayoral role with irony and humor. The piece contrasts the imagined burden of public office with the relief of escaping the mayoral burden. It includes whimsical musings on waste and food, illustrating a satirical voice.
U S food administrator Herbert Hoover urged Americans to cut waste citing overeating as a drain on scarce resources. He advised the Army Women Against Waste to curb meat, fats, and sweets and to focus on vegetables, milk, and cereals to support frontline needs.
Douglas A. Flint and company present a comedy sketch The Merchant Prince on the new vaudeville bill at The Palace Hip The P nmp. Charles offers acrobatics juggling and pantomime. Cowles and Dustin sing. Paul Poole performs mystery tricks. Rodrock and McGrade play various instruments. Moran Sisters are novelty dancers.
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