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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1914
Page
5
An old fragment promotes Fels-Naptha Soap as a solution to the疲 burden of housework. It claims the soap removes stains easily, lets women finish chores before midday, and allows rest in the afternoon, noting washday fatigue and multiple cleaning tasks.
Postal Inspectors in Los Angeles report a rural malt carrier profited from a brick graft. He claimed 2 dollars per 100 pounds delivered while delivering bricks packed in 50 pound parcels, paying 54 cents postage on each, earning 46 cents per package. No law exists to stop the abuse.
Steamers H B Kennedy and Tourist depart Colman Dock Seattle at 6 10 except Sunday 4 50 10 20 a m 1 96 3 00 ex cept Sunday Sunday 2 36 6 39 p m Saturday timetable subject to change without notice Phone Main 5101. Price 50c Round Trip.
A short directory-style entry notes Mrs J A Thomas residing at 23 E 82nd Street. The listing confirms a named resident with a precise address in the upper Manhattan area.
Sunday sermons at Plymouth Congregational church proposed a chain of coffee houses to replace saloons and provide work for unemployed bartenders and a social alternative for saloon regulars. Across talks at churches and missions, speakers warned of spiritual unrest and urged unity among churches to serve today’s needs.
On Saturday in Tacoma a large coffin with inscriptions Interclass Athletics and School Spirit was wheeled onto the football field during a game to protest an order abolishing Inter-city contests. A free for all fight erupted among students principals and teachers.
Dr George B Whitmore a U S navy officer filed for divorce from Bertha M Whitmore in Bremerton cites incompatibility and desertion in a suit filed Saturday. A deposition by Flora H B Johnson describes Bertha as erratic foolish and fond of admiration reflecting a troubled marriage with social prominence at Bremerton.
New York critics compare Jane Haven to Billie Burke calling her the Billie Burke of vaudeville. Haven shares Burke’s sun-kissed looks and demure eyes plus a gift for gay comedy refined by seasons with Julia Marlowe and her company.
The case in Los Angeles alleges breach of promise by real estate dealer John F Humphreys who proposed marriage to Martha Randle and later married another woman. Randle, a middle aged milliner, produced letters including Humphreys calling himself Uncle John. The hearing may conclude next Tuesday.
Paris dispatch reports after a week of bombardment and infantry assaults the Germans renewed aggressive tactics today against Dixmude and Ypres. The Bordeaux war office said the renewed attack failed and Allied lines remained intact at all points.
At the Philadelphia AFL convention delegates from mine and garment workers raised concerns that current leadership is too conservative. Duncan McDonald, treasurer of the United Mine Workers, leads the opposition. Gompers’ supporters expected him to respond on the floor.
London reports German troops found their position exposed as Highlanders used lit pipes to reveal their location and rout the German cavalry. The glow from the pipes helped Allied forces direct their fire during the engagement.
Herbert Hildebrandt head of Bon Marche show card dept will teach a show card writing class at the YMCA. First meeting is tomorrow night. The short three month course meets two nights weekly and costs little. Educational secretary at Fourth and Madison can provide details today or tomorrow.
Henry Siegel former head of the Siegel department store chain faces trial in Geneseo on 14 counts of grand larceny stemming from the store collapse that cost depositors and a 2 225 000 loss. His partner Vogel is dead. Siegel sought a venue change citing 16 000 local depositors hit by the failure.
A home remedy claims you can darken gray hair naturally by mixing sage tea and sulphur or buy Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound for 60 cents. Apply with a sponge or brush to individual strands. results reportedly include complete gray coverage, less dandruff, and reduced hair loss.
The listing details various Gray Enameled Ware in Regwar sizes with prices, tea pots, extra heavy galvanized pails with enameled handles, imported sheet aluminum preserving kettles, aluminum steamers, and extra heavy aluminum coffee pots with multiple sizes and sale prices. Basement.
Entries present a series of Miss Grey advice responses to readers about age of marriage, relationships at work, and social propriety. Topics include a 17 year old seeking legal marriage without mother's knowledge and a 21 year old house resident facing a couple’s visits, plus guidance to a 19 year old man dealing with a 13 year old admirer and reflections on choosing a pure life.
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