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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1915
Page
2
A newspaper ad announces closeout prices on women trimmed hats at 25 cents each, children straw hats at 25 cents, and dress shapes at 39 cents. Flowers are offered at 9 cents per bunch, with ranges and original values noted, urging limits per customer to prevent wholesale purchase.
A jumble reports an attempted kidnapping of Merced City Attorney Henderson ending in a machine collision, a deadly tornado near Hugo Oklahoma with casualties and property loss, plus civic items from Washington state on postmasters and referendums, interwoven with poetry, travels, and local society notes.
The store slashes prices on dresses and waists for women and girls including 28 Black Messaline dresses, 18 White Net dresses, 10 party frocks, 48 Silk Chiffon waists, 68 Wash Dresses, 7 White Chinchilla coats, 46 Wash Dresses for girls, 86 Chiffon waists, and 240 White lawn and crepe waists. Prices drop to 95 cents to $13.95 plus. End of season closeout urged with many marked to a dollar or less.
London May 27 Five ships including four British and one French were sunk by Turkish forces resisting the allied Dardanelles assault. The battleship Triumph was sunk by a submarine, with most officers and men saved.
The Star invites limericks on Buffalo Bill for a contest closing at midnight. Prizes total 43 items, including cash amounts from $1 to $10, circus tickets, and Buffalo Bill’s Original Wild West tickets. Winners will receive awards Monday near noon at The Star office.
A Zeppelin bombarded Southend‑on‑sea within 40 miles of London, killing two women and injuring a child. An official statement says little damage occurred, and the airship was likely reconnoitering for an attack on London before meeting British aviators and turning to sea bombardment.
Warning whistles sounded as the German air cruiser approached. The crowd watched the Zeppelin without fear as it circled the town for ten minutes and dropped bombs.
The Central Labor Council adopted protest resolutions against the city health department’s condemnation of about 500 shacks occupied by the poor in Wear Seattle and on Harbor Island. A committee was appointed to investigate further. Reports from Athens say a Turkish ship was sunk by a British submarine in the Sea of Marmora.
An advertisement promotes Codfish In Cream as a healthy option and invites readers to try it at the Hollywood Lunch the next day. The line emphasizes the dish's healthiness and everyday appeal.
Proven claim that Resinol Ointment stops itching on contact and, with Resinol Soap, clears eczema ringworm pimples and similar eruptions. Doctors prescribe Resinol for delicate irritated skin, with ointment at 50 cents to 1 dollar and soap at 25 cents, sold by all druggists.
Rumors report Yakima Indians near Prosser armed to defend alleged treaty rights to fish within a mile of the Prosser dam. Officials fear clashes as a heavier salmon run follows Celilo locks opening. Game wardens Beach Miller Sherwood Giles are tasked with keeping order.
Seattle visitors will have about five hours to view the famous Liberty Bell on July 14. The Chamber of Commerce reports the bell will be exhibited from 9:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the city.
A gain of 1,607 names over last year is recorded in the school census. This year totals 49,945 names of persons aged 5 to 21, with Beacon Hill district showing the largest rise.
Cincinnati May 27. Baseball players refuse to sign new contracts until terms are read. The National Baseball Commission backed a National board director in denying L. A. Pape's $660 claim against Portland club of the Pacific Coast league.
Mrs Harriet Boyce and her San Francisco daughter were sentenced to three weeks in Lindau Bavaria after insulting a German officer who examined their baggage. Ambassador Gerard sent a memorandum to the foreign office, while Foreign Minister Von Gagow considers the case. They are free on $5 000 bail furnished by the American consul at Munich.
A participant in last night’s Knights of Khorassan initiation crossed burning sands among 16 entrants. The event's daunting feat tested endurance and resolve in a formal rite at the lodge.
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