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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Nov 05, 1915

Page

12

Finest Bracelet Watches in the Removal Sale

Jewelry store promotes a moving sale with deep reductions on bracelet watches including Elgin, Illinois, and Howard brands. Prices fall from regulars of 10 to 45 dollars, with solid gold and diamond pieces highlighted. Other items like cut glass and silverware also discounted. store stays open late Saturdays.

Second Avenue University Street Lady Elgin Howard Messrs. S. Friedlander & Son Northwest

FAKERS WASTE BIGSUM by Boyle O'Reilly on war zone philanthropy

Calais France Oct 22. War correspondents accuse fake philanthropies in France and Belgium's Flanders of wasting large sums from American donors. The piece warns Americans to avoid sending money and to direct aid materials like clothing medicine or food instead, urging spending at home.

Boyle O'Reilly Mary Boyle O'Reilly Calais France Belgium Flanders Europe England Red Cross Allence Grenadiers Boulogne Dunkirk Ypres

Questions for Mr Billy Grambs on Seattle street lights

A letter to the editor questions W J Grambs of Puget Sound Traction Light Power about criticism of Seattle light plant. It notes alleged reports by Spokane city engineer Morton McCartney and disputes quoted costs for arc lamps and street lighting. It argues Seattle’s arc lamps are scarce and railroads pay $4.50 monthly.

the Star W. J. Grambs Puget Sound Traction, Light & Power Co Morton McCartney Spokane Grambs Seattle Northwest State Public Service Commission Puget Sound Traction Company San Francisco

Tariff Comparisons Highlight Seattle Street Lighting Rates

A historic note discusses street lighting tariffs filed with the public service commission by Mr. Grambs' company. Tariff No. 2 covers eight cities with rates from 6 to 9 cents per kilowatt hour, Tariff No. 10 spans 35 cities with two schedules at 48.10 and 53.10 cents, and Everett's three and five year plans specify Mazda monthly charges amid higher proposed rates.

Seattle Mr. Grambs Everett Mazda

Domino Veil Sparks Fifth Avenue Fashion Craze

Fashion notes describe the Domino Veil worn with toppers creating a bold highwayman look. Women sport eyehole veils attracting attention, while men along Fifth Avenue appear willing to be seen as victims of the stylish bandit motif.

Fifth Ave

Acid Stomachs And Magnesia Advised By New York Physician

A New York physician warns that acid stomachs irritate the stomach lining and cause most indigestion. He recommends plain bisulfated magnesia after meals to neutralize acid and aid digestion, noting ordinary antacids fail. The ad also discusses lamp lighting rates and claims Seattle offers lower costs than other cities.

Ship Engaged by Airmen in Night Battle

The Cork steamer Avecet reported a 35 minute fight with three hostile aircraft near Manchester at 1 AM on October 1. The vessel was riddled with bullets but sustained no casualties.

London Avecet Manchester

Whitlock denies German withdrawal request at Brussels

A November report in Overseas News agency notes Brand Whitlock the American minister at Brussels did not have a German government request to withdraw him. The item published yesterday clarifies the situation as the Berlin reaction is reported.

Berlin Brussels Brand Whitlock

Woman Dies From Burning Incident At Home

Mrs. Jessie L. Jarnig of 2405 West ern avenue died Friday from extensive burns suffered in a mysterious accident early Thursday. Gus Johnson is held by police for further investigation after he rushed from her room when the screams were heard and said she was curling her hair when her clothing caught fire but offered no explanation for fleeing down the stairs.

Jessie L. Jarnig Western Ave Gus Johnson

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