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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1911
Page
5
Cynthia Grey's Star column gathers reader questions on immigration voting, investments, telegraphy school, aging, romance age gaps, unclaimed inheritances, home care for travelers, slang usage, and dogs. The letters span practical queries and moral guidance with concise local instructions.
A Seattle Star advice column exhorts a wife to leave an abusive husband, self-reliance, and personal reform. It counsels focus on work, reading, and current events to build a wholesome future, ending with a remark about independence and male approval.
A reader argues about spousal duties after long work hours and suggests women stay home. The exchange covers marriage harmony, private dances, and a Native American seeking suffrage questions for American women married to British subjects and alien status.
An advertisement touts Swissco Hair Remedy claiming to grow hair, restore gray, and treat baldness and scalp problems. It offers a free trial bottle in exchange for postage with payment required, and lists pricing of 50 cents and 1.60 dollars, plus sales in Seattle at Owl Drug Co stores.
Advice warns that first class milk left at the door in a clean bottle and cool temperature can sour within hours if left in a warm kitchen or poured into a pan washed in a dishpan. Consumers should store milk indoors or in shade and place it in the coolest part of the house with the cap on until use.
A letter from Mise Grey expresses willingness to care for a little boy needing brain meningitis treatment. The writer asks the mother to call at Maat 6245 to arrange the operation and care.
In Zion City Illinois May 30 the Taylorites awaiting John Alexander Dowie’s return camp at his grave. They report a great white cloud over the grave two weeks ago seen as a sign that Elijah U will rise to lead his people. Some have slept near the tomb, with one fanatic never missing a night.
Homewell Kansas May 30 a woman mayor Elia Wilson confronts five councilmen in a power clash. She vows ouster actions if they refuse to meet at her chosen town hall and defies boycotting officials while seeking support from Gov. Stubbs. Her aim is to curb liquor influence and govern the town with reform despite male opposition.
Leftover tomato soup mixed with rice creates a versatile base for dishes. Cook 1 cup soup with 4 cups rice, then steam in a double boiler until grains separate and tender. Serve with vegetables like cold beans cauliflower beets tomatoes corn or create chicken shortcake or fish croquettes from leftovers.
Odd lots of women’s drawers corset covers gowns rompers and boy’s outfits offered at discounted prices. Items include corset covers gowns rompers and sweaters with values around 1.50 to 3.00, targeted at women and children at sale prices.
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