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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1918
Page
7
An editorial pleads for immediate Red Cross donations amid wartime need. It contrasts a soldier’s sacrifice with readers’ home prosperity and urges citizens to give what they can, stressing the life-saving impact of every dollar and the obligation to help. It ends with a jab at Seattle police about arming citizens.
An article reflects on Americans seeking evening diversions during wartime and urges charity to soldiers abroad. It highlights a Verdun camp kept by French Red Cross and American Y M C A workers, noting a bare hut with few comforts. The piece urges donating to the Red Cross and Y M C A and writing to soldiers, while asking for forgiveness for neglect of those serving.
The Met star Galli-Curci wowed Seattle society at a charity concert raising funds for Red Cross. Lindley opened with a $50 offer, matched by a few, then Galli-Curci pledged $200. None of Seattle’s wealthy matched her gift despite multiple offers and additional $100 bids.
A critical survey argues that Bolshevik rule cripples Russia’s ability to fight for the Allies. It cites German influence, lack of officers, and widespread disillusionment as barriers to a future Russian contribution. It notes chaos, bread shortages, and civil strife across Petrograd and major cities.
A harsh essay condemns modern war songs as treacherous and unpatriotic. It mocks composers and urges punishment for those producing or singing blood and iron tunes, referencing Berlin and portraying songs as deceptive temptations.
A late dispatch notes two Germans to the foot on part of the front, aligning with a prior six to the yard claim. A report says the German navy may move, while domestic chatter questions rent hikes and draft debates. George Creel stays ahead of Congress as Swift’s son-in-law is arrested, and a song list cites Father, Dear Father and Everybody Works But Father.
Capt. W. H. Varney of the U S Shipping Board will deliver the second talk in his series Saturday at 7 30 pm at Broadway High School. Lectures, held each Saturday, are free and open to all men interested in practical wood shipbuilding.
Upton Sinclair, the socialist author of the packing house investigation, has released a second issue of his monthly magazine named after himself. He supports the war and President Wilson's peace policy, advocating democratic reorganization among allies and liberal peace terms for Germany, while backing the English labor party.
The article states that with proper weather a normal baby can spend most of the time outside both asleep and awake if cared for. It notes a young baby may stay in a carriage or crib on the porch roof trees or back yard under supervision to protect from sun wind and insects. It also mentions older babies may be kept in a creping pen on the porch or in the yard.
Advertisement touts Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children to ease colds feverishness teething and stomach troubles. Claims 20 years of use and universal store availability with a free sample offer. Directions urge mothers to buy to protect their children through the season.
F. W. Osgood criticizes police inaction during car transfer at First Ave, recounting a man trampled and money lost. The writer urges stricter crowd control and suggests Red Cross donations from a plasterer named Fulton who opts against productive labor in wartime. Buy a War Saving Stamp today.
Dennis J Healy complains that the state board of education eliminated German from a Sacramento school by 100 percent age. He asks how many board members oppose the Sunday Star and Katzenjammer Kids, and signs his note with his Chicago area address.
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