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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1916
Page
7
The article traces Rev Charles Stone of Holy Trinity Church in Philadelphia creating a Men's Bible Class that rapidly doubled from forty to a vast following. It led to the Stoneman Fellowship and a broader sense of religious revival among male participants.
An old time pain remedy promises instant relief from neuralgia via rubbing. The ad claims St Jacobs Oil soothes aching nerves without burning or skin discoloration and urges readers to obtain a trial bottle from any drug store.
The Stoneman Fellowship expands its reach with rapid weekly growth. By four months the rate neared 5 000 new members weekly and now stands at about 400 weekly. In Pennsylvania over 175 000 men have joined, with 42 000 of the first 100 000 unaffiliated when joining.
Mayor Gill to reappoint L. B. Youngs as superintendent of the city water department for another three years starting year end. Youngs has led the department nearly two decades and previously headed the light department when it merged. His annual salary will rise to $5,000 from $4,200.
A small package of Hamburg Breast Tea called Hamburger Brust Thee is sold at pharmacies. One tablespoon steeped in boiling water and strained is served as a tea to break a cold and cure grip by opening pores easing congestion and easing bowels. It is described as inexpensive, vegetable, and harmless.
In Washington on November 13 the Dr Armgaard Graves case of espionage expands as Germany learns a sealed package from the foreign office was opened and some letters stolen. Graves claims the letters are highly important and meant for Count Von Bernstorff, while others say the letters to the countess contain nothing to embarrass her. Graves has given two conflicting statements about the letters and their significance.
Dr. Carl Armgaard Graves, described as an international spy, declares freedom from blackmail charges against Countess Von Bernstorff. He says letters used in the case conceal information about the U-63 exploits that enriched the German ambassador. Graves argues the letters are a code Bernstorff would not want exposed and vows to reveal their contents if tried. He returned to New York after posting $2,000 bail in Washington.
Paris reports a two day and night battle between Serbo French forces and Teuton Bulgarian troops near the Nea river bend at Salonika. Serbian HQ says Teuton Bulgars were driven from Iven and retreating in disorder amid five counterattacks. Enemies losses include 6000 prisoners 72 guns and 50 machine guns since September 12.
Tacoma reports a 15 cent loaf appearing today while the 6 cent loaf vanishes as bakers confirm the price shift. Housewives will pay 10 cents for a slightly larger loaf, with buns also affected beginning today.
British, French, Italian, and Russian forces press attacks across eastern and southeastern fronts against Central Powers. French coordinate moves at Sallly Salilisel on the western front while fights over the Danube at Cernavoda continue, and Russian Romanians push against Transylvania as Falkenhayn's forces endure counterattacks.
Seventeen grand jurors were selected in Judge Dykeman's court to inquire into alleged liquor law violations in King county. The panel includes sixty potential jurors drawn October 14. Prosecutor Lundin cautioned against expecting startling disclosures and noted ongoing publicity may pull in more targets. He named Logan Billingsley and ex Patrolman Margett as individuals not to be called before the jury to avoid immunity claims.
Local bakers agreed Sunday to raise roll prices by five cents a dozen to 15 cents citing higher costs for materials especially lard and flour affecting their costs.
Barney Koshstein 32 formerly of Salem Oregon shot himself in his Washington Annex hotel room after writing a will offering to exchange property in American Falls Idaho for a burial plot. His body was found by a bellboy Sunday as undertakers sought the Idaho property to honor his last wishes.
The 62 affiliated Woodrow Wilson Independent leagues across the state will send representatives to Seattle for a statewide celebration banquet at 6 30 p m honoring the national election results. Speakers include Gov. Lister Congressman Dil Mrs Frances C Axtell and Ole Hanson.
Keep a jar of Musterole handy. A little rubbed on the chest at night loosens congestion and eases colds and coughs. The white oil of mustard ointment relieves sore throat bronchitis ton silitis croup stiff neck asthma neuralgia and rheumatic pains.
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