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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Nov 15, 1917

Page

9

Time Waits For Nobody in War Industry Policy

Washington says federal authors must adopt new methods to curb industrial unrest tied to wage stagnation. Plans consider standard wages in key war trades and government price controls, with emphasis on commanding profits to calm unrest in shipbuilding and related war industries.

Washington I. W. W. Tors I. W. Ww Great Britain Italy Russia Unis Rly Kaiser

Right course in love and freedom in Sir James Barrie case

A wife told Sir James Barrie he could not be happy as his wife and loved Cannan, a maid writer. Barrie freed her and gave a home and settlement. Cannan rose to fame while Mrs Barrie later sued for restitution and faced a choice between returning to Barrie or staying with Cannan. The debate asks which acted more wisely.

James M. Ie Cannan Barrie London

Bonds Prove City Support for Cattle Extension

The Seattle bond issue shows strong public demand for the municipal extension despite opposition claims. Voters approved the $40,000 bond, indicating belief in the project’s necessity and saleability amidst critics.

Ballard Seattle

Supreme Court to Rule on Draft Law Questions

The Supreme Court will hear the consolidated eight slacker cases and the Goldman appeal on December 10 to decide if the draft law is constitutional. A separate issue asks whether drafted men may be sent abroad, with opinion divided but many backing constitutional authority for drafts.

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War Moves By Mason Critiques Allied Centralized Command

United Press analysis argues allied nations cannot grant military leaders German style political power. It warns such a shift would bring political backlash, risk disasters like Verdun and Marne, and undermine democracies. The piece emphasizes strengthening military position amid Italian aggression and predicts Germany's defeat with democratic Berlin rule.

J W. T. Mason the United Press Hindenburg von Ludendorff Germany Austro Hungary U. S von Hindenburg Turkey Verdun the Marne Calais Berlin

Remember Sammies Christmas Mail To Front Line Soldiers

Postmaster General warns that Christmas packages must be mailed today for delivery to trenches by Christmas Day. Special war era rules urge light packages under ten pounds with clear CHIRSTMAS MAIL marking and prepaid postage, avoiding alcohol, poisons, flammables, and sealed items.

Anld Praeger

Curious miscellany from Libertyville newspaper notes

A gem of scattered quotes and anecdotes from the Independent of Libertyville Illinois. Bits mention a St Louis inventor with a rubber penpoint for trains, nursery taming with elephants, survey of rail dangers, brick chimneys in planes, stone age writing quirks, local bazaar guests, vocal contests, a Chicago policeman, pillow decorators in Omaha, sock observations on a downtown car, penny hoarding, Rockefeller wealth advice, artful soda removals, and theatre cuts tied to tax and Liberty Loan pressures.

If Only Landlords Kept Promises on Repairs

Tenant complaint outlines delays in house repairs and repeated rent increases. The plumbing leaks, roofing drips, and workers never arrive promptly despite requests. Tenants threaten to withhold rent and join others in protests against landlords.

Stops Tobacco Habit in One Day

The Elders Sanitarium in St Joseph Missouri offers a free book on ending the tobacco habit in one to five days at home. The booklet claims long term users achieve success and improved health, with no tobacco desire. Send name and address to receive a copy.

Sanitarium the Elders Sanitarium Main Et St. Joseph Iime

Liberty Bonds Sell Under Pressure

General weakness in stocks has pushed Liberty Bonds offered by holders to meet obligations. First levy Liberty Bonds sold for $98.54 and second tissue bonds for $99.18 in New York.

New York

Indigestion Remedy Claim Promoted by Home Preparation

An advertisement touts Hinesta as a quick cure for dyspepsia and stomach pain, claiming it neutralizes excess acid and halts fermentation. It urges readers to mix baking soda and magnesium carbonate or obtain Hinesta from a chemist, promising money back satisfaction.

What Physicians Prescribe for Nerves

A 60 year old description of organic phosphorus forming nerve tissue from a French scientist and Robin. It claims the tablets restore nerve vitality for neurasthenia nervous weakness and fatigue. One tablet with each meal supposedly brightens eyes restores sleep strengthens nerves and helps thin people gain flesh.

Pelouz Robin

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