This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 13 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1918
Page
6
An advertisement promotes Bitro-Phosphate as an organic phosphate supplement to strengthen nerves, increase weight, and improve health. It cites hospital tests and authorities claiming rapid gains in strength, sleep, and energy, warning it aids flesh growth and should be used by those seeking mass and vitality.
Dr Edward Parrish of New York recommends Serathol for stomach pain from acidity or indigestion. He cites its acid neutralizing properties and declares it safe, effective, fast acting, and money back if not satisfied.
A promotional note touts Purified Tox as a cure for a “grouch” and a brown taste in the mouth caused by donation side effects. The claim targets a general audience seeking a bowel regulator and symptom relief.
The War Department lists Mount Vernon resident Joseph Herg as a Distinguished Service Cross recipient for extraordinary heroism on July 27. The casualty totals from Northwest and Pacific theaters include 56 killed in action 49 died of wounds 4 died from accidents and other causes 267 wounded of various degrees 69 missing 6 prisoners and 1 lost at sea.
A circular letter accuses Judge Mount allies of backing progressive laws and showcases cases on red light and recall rulings. It argues that the Supreme Court misapplied direct primary and prohibition laws, citing Main Mount and Keith opinions and a dissent by Fullerton. Progressive forces back Chapman Mitchell and Pemberton for judges.
Mrs A W Binzer of Black River Falls Wisconsin credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with avoiding an operation for organic troubles and severe side pain after top Eau Claire doctors advised surgery. The advertisement urges other women with inflammation ulceration backache nervelessness irregularities or the blues to try the product and contact Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. in Lynn Massachusetts.
Officials outline 3 pound maximum for nine by three inch boxes for men in service abroad. Each package requires an official Christmas coupon from the sender and prepaid postage to Hoboken. Red Cross chapters provide standard coupons and inspect wrap seal. offices to accept packages by November 20 1918 with suboffices at Bremerton Auburn and Issaquah.
Franklin A Loomia who organized the Oregon City National Guard company and served as its captain from 1908 to 1911 has been made a major and ordered overseas. He has been stationed at Camp Grant instructing a national army unit and in a letter stated he will precede his regiment overseas to learn the situation face shell fire and take part in an advance. He will be its instructor upon arrival.
Thomas F. Arnott of 124 South Bay St Spokane says after thirty years of stomach trouble and fainting spells Tanlac improved his digestion and breath control. He reports no palpitations and renewed energy after using Tanlac sold in Seattle by Bartel Drug Stores.
A newspaper ad argues 7000 people die yearly from rupture and promotes a PLAPAO self-treatment. It claims trusses fail, offers a free trial by mail from PLAPAO CO in St. Louis, promising a close fit without straps or buckles and self-use at home or work.
A local retailer promotes extensive curtain choices for home draping. The advertisement highlights affordable pricing and a wide variety suitable for modest or pretentious homes.
The Table LINENS promotes a full supply of table linens for Thanksgiving, promising economical pricing and quality to create the right dining room atmosphere.
The article highlights dining room accessories that complete the dinner service. It emphasizes readiness to promptly meet needs for correct dining room accessories and serving items.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.