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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1904
Page
2
The article highlights October wedding accents with flower novelties. Sheaf roses form a wheat like sheaf with ends tied by chiffon, carried on the arm. Rose muffs, lined with silk, feature chiffon cascades and chenille detailing for a delicate morning or noon ceremony.
A new wedding accessory features a trimmed flower boa with a chiffon ruff. The ruff uses baby ribbon, violets, rose buds, or orchids and ends hang to the floor held by fingers. Excess chiffon or ribbon is avoided in its construction.
The council fixed December 14 as the date for the assembly of fires and second class cities officials to discuss measures for state funding of poor relief and sanitation. Dr Crichton urged a system to make the state pay its share, noting current burdens on larger cities and country residents. The body also reviewed garbage disposal costs, proposing $24,000 for next year and endorsing municipal garbage methods over cremation due to high costs. An ordinance to curb damage suits was introduced, prohibiting wires on sidewalks and parking strips after a $23,000 suit over a wire injury. The council also appropriated $4,000 to build an Interseptic sewer at Fremont.
Mrs. G. Lewis offered to prove her testimony about her husband beating her but consented to swear without verification after court and City Attorney DeHruler advised. Mrs. Lewis and Rustand were later arrested for fighting following a dinner dispute. Lewis was fined 26 by the court after injuries sustained.
A testimonial from Mrs. F. Ancott of Philadelphia praises Pyramid Pile Cure for curing eight years of bleeding piles after a birth related flare up. The ad claims quick, painless relief with a fifty cent or dollar package sold by druggists and offers a free booklet from Pyramid Drug Co. Marshall Michigan.
Readership offered a free sample bottle by mail to prove Swamp Root’s benefits for kidneys liver and bladder. The ad asserts kidney trouble causes most illness and cites testimonials including L Richardson praising improved health after use. It urges readers to send address to Dr Kilmer Co in Binghamton New York.
Chronicle excerpt describes a city waking from fog to sunlit clarity. Citizens rejoice as visibility returns, enabling recognition of neighbors and renewed national pride. The piece ends with a weather note and a playful nod to a weatherman’s warning.
A meeting of the Western Central Labor union Wednesday night is expected to roast the Citizens' Alliance after circulars from the alliance urged merchants to drop ads in the union’s official paper. The union plans a reply and will report findings at the gathering. The alliance has released aphcy missives, with only single copies reaching the central organization.
Secretary Shields defends union rights while accusing Western Central of blackmail in weekly advertisements aimed at local merchants. He cites an injunction against intimidation during a strike and insists the union is “doing things, not talking about them.” Labor leaders deny circulating the leaflets and refuse comment when questioned.
An old advertisement promises Dr Charles Flesh Food to remove wrinkles develop fullness to the bust and brighten the face neck and arms. It offers two boxes for 1.00 with postage paid and a free sample pot plus a book of massage directions. Shipments arranged through Bon March Seattle and direct from Fulton Street New York.
A circular advocates open shop policies while Rubber Boots and Shoes promotes rubber goods. The Rubber Store at 714 1st Ave offers delivery by special messenger if The Star is not received by 6 PM. call Bunset at Main 1050 or Independent 1:33 between 6 and 7 PM for a copy.
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