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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1920
Page
12
A Seattle Star feature details opium smoking layout and gear including a century old stem and a valued card. The piece urges public action, notes potential fines, and urges addicts to quit with help from the police and press as efforts to stamp out dope use continue.
An advertisement claims uric acid causes rheumatism and offers bottles sold by Joyner Drug Co Spokane with postpaid options at the stated price. The copy urges readers to obtain the product through licensed druggists with delivery via mail.
A local merchant reduced a broad range of 54 to 56 inch fabrics and coatings from regular stock. Items include All-wool Serge 54 inch Wool Plaid Skirting Jersey Cloth Silvertone Coating and Suiting Wool Gabardiné Broadcloth and various plain colors.
The article describes coats with extra long lengths, two back plaits for fullness, raglan sleeves, a high convertible collar, and satin lining. It notes that if stock coats do not fit, a coat can be made to measurement at the stated price.
The text states they will share the full low down once the situation is known and emphasizes following updates. It notes a King Lee trial pending and cites a potential maximum five years in jail and a $2000 fine if found guilty. The piece urges readers to stay informed.
Mayor Hugh M Caldwell and Mrs Ralph Smith joined Mayor R H Gale of Vancouver and a Canadian parliament member as guests of honor at a Canadian club Empire Day banquet in the Masonic temple Monday night.
Stilman Palms, employed at Shafer Bros. camp No. 6, was killed when a snapped guy wire struck him. The incident occurred at the Shafer operation, and authorities are investigating the accident and workplace safety factors.
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