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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1915
Page
5
An old advertisement touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound as a ready to use tonic to darken gray hair and stop dandruff. It claims natural even coloring with daily use and suggests a sponge or brush application for visible results by morning.
American labor leaders meet in San Francisco to discuss ending the world's war and preventing future conflicts. The American Federation of Labor plans to urge a world labor congress, press diplomats to avoid ruinous tribute, and promote disarmament and universal rights as Europe seeks mitigation. Delegates may be sent to Europe when the war ends to aid implementation.
Congress will be asked to appropriate funds for two scenic automobile roads in Rainier National Park. Proposal put forward by Superintendent D L Reaburn.
A Seattle drug clerk recounts encounters with effervescent salts cravings Paregoric fiends and other addictions. He notes buyers seeking eyedroppers morphine cyanide and strychnine and describes actions to curb misuse while warning against doctors or relatives prescribing. The piece ends with the clerk expressing relief at not being a pharmacist.
The newly named Greek cabinet shows strain as minister of public instruction Michelidkis declines his portfolio. Premier Skouloudis, reshaped at the king’s request, pursues a neutral stance toward the allies. Venizelos’ meeting with supporters could determine war or revolution, while royal faction weighs backing the ministry.
An old advertisement advocates California Syrup of Figs as a gentle, effective alternative to calomel and castor oil for cleansing a child's stomach liver and bowels. It claims universal suitability from babies to adults and warns buyers to seek the genuine product from the California Fig Syrup Company and beware of counterfeits.
Edith Bolling Galt, soon to be first lady, favors Georgette crepe for two green and one seal brown afternoon gowns with crepe georgette blouses. Georgette fabric grows in popularity for dresses and even underwear, as a Fifth avenue shop displays an intimate black net set.
Advertisement claims Pape's Diapepsin digests all food in five minutes and relieves heartburn gas and sour stomach. It promises relief from indigestion after taking a single dose and advertises a fifty cent case available at drug stores for family use.
Public to reap benefits from an extraordinary sale beginning Wednesday at 10 a m. The Seattle Mercantile Company at 707 Second Avenue next to Hoge Building plans quick disposal remarking stocks from Veith Cammack and Bridge Clothing stores. Fine clothing hats furnishings and shoes offered at low rates on the dollar.
Absorbent imported cotton towels 17 inches wide priced 25c with no making charge. Embroidered dollies Madeira or Irish 8 inch 35c, 54 inch 19c. Damask napkins $3.85 a dozen, Irish linen 22 inch napkins $3.85. Scarfing linen 18 inch 25c per yard.
The liner Minne sota with a full American Irish and English crew is preparing to sail Wednesday from Puget Sound bound for Liverpool in the United Kingdom. Capt. Thomas W. Garlick will command as the Great Northern Steamship Co contemplates selling the ship for Liverpool to New York service.
George Roberts killed his wife Violet Roberts and their older daughter before taking his own life. He attempted to murder the two younger children, leaving them gravely injured and hospitalized. The city hospital reports the parents and first victim died, while the surviving children remain in critical condition.
Pain relief promise for rheumatic joints muscles and bones through rub on oil. Claims quick relief from aches stiffness and neuralgia with a harmless liniment sold at drug stores. Endorses a small trial bottle and urges readers not to suffer.
Baltimore report recounts how four thousand of the Black Watch charged German lines at Loos on September 25 with perfect march and songs. Only five hundred returned, according to a letter from a regimental captain to S. Johnson Poe whose brother Johnny Poe died.
Two hundred Seattle business men including Commercial Club and Chamber of Commerce representatives are in Raymond for celebrations marking the Chicago Milwaukee and St Pauls road extension into Willapa harbor country. The line’s opening is expected to shift trade from Portland to Seattle as the region gains better transportation facilities. Raymond Commercial Club stages the event.
Nordby Fisheries received a telegram from Capt. Ole Bjerke stating that during a November storm off the fishing banks in the Gulf of Alaska the hali but power schooner Yakutat lost two fishermen. Alfred Storholm, 24, of 226 Terry Ave North, and Martin Sommerset, 36, of 323 West Mercer Street, were swept from the boat.
Mrs. Dell Richardson drank carbolic acid after a quarrel with her husband and died at her mother’s home on West 60th street. The couple had married in July of the previous year.
Seattle Rotary club officials outlined a boost plan during a Monday luncheon to support the annual Northwest Rotary convention to be held in the city. The meeting highlighted fundraising, guest speakers, and community outreach to raise attendance and visibility.
Attorney George H. Clementson seeks 30000 in a Seattle superior court suit for injuries from a James street cable line jerk last March 20. Alice A. Spencer asks 2500 for injuries from a Madison street car jerk on September 15. Two suits filed Saturday bring the week’s total to three for similar Madison and James street incidents.
State bank commissioners assumed control of Broadway Bank in St. Louis with deposits of $900000 and capital of $100000. Four hundred depositors swarmed the doors as the action was taken.
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