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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1918
Page
3
In a letter to The Star, J C Bohlke thanks readers for support in the 42nd district and urges city action to buy a streetcar line and acquire a phone system amid poor service. He attributes wages and staffing to the current issues and notes a Danish pork slaughter statistic for context.
An ad extols S. S. S. as a universal blood purifier made from roots herbs and barks. It asserts impurities in blood cause eruptions and fatigue and promises clear skin by cleansing the blood. The copy warns against diseases like rheumatism catarrh scrofula and blood poison and offers a mail order to a Swift Laboratory address in Atlanta Osia.
Seattle files protest with the Public Service Commission in Olympia challenging a rate increase by the Seattle Lighting Co. The company seeks 120000 dollars extra yearly by ending prompt payment discounts. Corporation Counsel Meier vows to protect residents.
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers serves notice to utility companies for a general conference within ten days to discuss wage increases. The Macy award drives negotiations with telephone employers affecting over 10,000 workers. Electrical workers seek 6.40 daily for all, foremen included, while operators demand 4.00 for beginners and 4.00 for experienced staff, up from current 1.50 and 2.25.
Mrs J Killam appeals to Seattle residents for help for a mother and six children after the father David F E Wilson died of influenza. The family, once ill, now must move from a sold home. Oldest child is 11, youngest a baby. they seek financial aid and relocation support.
Police continue inquiry into disappearance of more than 100 quarts of whisky from the dry squad store room in the public safety building. Chief Warren revokes suspensions and says every officer is needed at present time for the investigation.
Tenants at 1629 Tarvard in Lenawee staged basement meetings protesting rent increases up to 12 percent after moving in with promised leases and full amenities. They allege faulty construction and delayed telephone service, with police dispersing a meeting during an influenza ban. Bradner Reate Inc. owner Leo Bradner and agents West & Wheeler deny any evasion, citing costs exceeding initial estimates.
Officials call for continued strict conservation as the war ends. They argue that world food supply remains tight and that the United States and allies must share scarce food with France, Italy, and other allies while aiding postwar nations.
The average weight of the Cireen land whale is 100 tons, equal to the weight of 0 elephanta or 400 bears, establishing a common mass benchmark among these creatures.
An広告 promises fat reduction with Marmola products from the Marmola Co. at 864 Woodward Ave Detroit Michigan. It claims safe weight loss without dieting or exercise and urges readers to request a large case by writing to the company.
An old advertisement touts St Jacobs Liniment for bad sprains and muscle strains. It promises instant relief as the product penetrates injured muscles nerves tendons and bones and speeds recovery with a small trial bottle available in stores.
An advertisement touts Peptiron as a powerful iron blood and nerve tonic for influenza and grip recovery. It claims to aid worn-out men, anxious workers, delicate women, schoolgirls, fast-growing boys, invalids, and convalescents by restoring red blood cells and strengthening the body. Your druggist sells it near Liber theatre.
An advertisement touts high grade dentists, guaranteed work, and affordable prices in Seattle. It promises painless dentistry with the latest equipment, offers a free examination, and assures patients they can improve health and appearance by treating teeth now.
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