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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1912
Page
5
A fragmented blurb discusses whether women should embrace natural grey hair and avoid unnatural coloring. It mentions hair health, aging, and societal expectations, reflecting dated attitudes about appearance and femininity.
Fragmentary OCR mentions drug stores, price, receipt, and trial timing. The readable bits suggest a court case or hearing connected to a drug store price and receipt issue, with a mention of May and an entity named ShareL. Further specifics are unreadable.
An ad from Regal Dental Offices led by D. D. Clark promotes low priced dentistry offerings on Third Ave. N. W. and Union, asserting genuine bargains and promising value on receipts. The copy stresses fixed rates such as 10 dollars and highlights a claim of bona fide service.
A couple recounts securing a marriage license and wedding by a minister but cannot locate the minister or obtain a certificate from the county clerk. They request guidance on how to legalize their marriage and mention two witnesses who signed the license. They express fear of penalties for the minister’s carelessness.
Advice on a spurmax lotion to beautify complexion and a homemade canthrax shampoo for hair health. The lotion uses spurmax, hazel water, and glycerine to whiten skin and reduce shine while remaining undetectable. The shampoo dissolves canthrax in hot water to cleanse, stop itching, and prevent dandruff.
A plea to Cynthia Grey recounts Bettina a year after seeking Last Appeal help to break morphine addiction. The writer describes Bettina’s ordeal, neighbors and the public rallying to aid her with love and support, and asks Bettina to send her address so care can continue.
A working woman urges Miss Grey to inspect Pioneer Square comfort station after daily rain floods the steps. She asks the park board or board of public works to act and report back, noting the hardship for workers.
A discussion notes a Kansas proposal to limit the number of persons who may perform marriages and to levy penalties for failing to record ceremonies. It advises using affidavits by two witnesses before a notary if a minister cannot be located to prove the marriage.
A letter to Miss Grey recounts a mother returning home with her baby who is now doing better after milk changes. The writer notes rain delayed a planned visit to Seattle and mentions upcoming adoption paperwork.
A reader asks whether to hang stockings by the top or the foot and weighs in on women running for office. The writer argues views vary but supportive women with executive ability deserve election.
The Star invites readers to submit menus for best Thanksgiving dish ideas. Domestic science teachers Miss Hopkins, Miss Rinehart, and Miss Walker judge entries from Monroe Washington to Franklin and more. The piece lists sample menus including Roast Turkey with traditional sides, pies, candies, and home made treats, noting a prize and cost considerations.
Daley teases Louise about superstition as she avoids whist games because the dealer hands her 13 cards, a belief that ruins her confidence in the card table.
A reflective fragment describes a kitten chasing herself among hundreds of figures in a performative crowd. The scene blends tragedy and comedy through long dialogues and many characters, questioning the meaning of life as a solitary act behind a masquerade's noise.
Light walls and hangings make a small room seem larger. A pillow and a rug in a deeper hue brighten a characterless room into a pleasing space, according to an exchange.
The star doctor warns sore throat stems from dust dampness and germs and urges prevention. Avoid exposing healthy people to the illness and keep fresh air in homes. Children require immediate physician care for throat pain as diphtheria risk is higher. Readers are reminded letters may be unanswered and to include a stamped self-addressed envelope.
The article explains securing a graceful skirt edge with an interlining or flannel facing, and using bodyful woolen fabric if needed. It also covers patching tears by attaching a larger patch from the original material, turning edges, basting, whipping, and pressing for a neat finish.
General rule to not put away any soiled garment. Wash all wash clothes without starch and sun hats. Trim hats for next season, clean, and store neatly. Send suits to cleaners and pack or hang with tissue. Repair summer items now for easier use next summer.
An advertisement touts a home facial treatment using a wax peel to shed worn skin and reveal a fresh underlying layer. It claims the wax, easily bought at drugstores, removes dead skin overnight and reduces wrinkles with a saxolite and hazel formula.
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