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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1919
Page
16
Mme Corsan touts a cosmetic home remedy that promises instant wrinkle disappearance. The preparation uses witch hazel powder and an ounce of something powdery mixed into a half pint of liquid to firm and refresh the face, claiming the effect makes the user look ten years younger.
An ad touts Dr King's New Dis as a long established remedy for colds and coughs. It claims safety for all ages and highlights soothing chest irritation and throat discomfort, asserting it remains at the peak of popularity after decades of use.
An aging newspaper line promotes Dr King’s New Pills claiming to stimulate bowel action and keep the liver clear of waste. The ad notes the product price as 25 cents and emphasizes digestive health.
Lt Col Walter B Beals a Seattle attorney returned home Sunday after two and a half years abroad where he served as judge advocate with the A E F He arrived with wife Justice of the Peace Othilla G C Beala and met him in New York City Beals will resume his law practice in the Haller building and is brother in law to Maj John F Carroll and Maj Frank M Carroll.
Under Mias Howe Glass direction Franklin High School presents its fourth annual stage show The Torch of Liberty. A cast of 200 performs Friday and Saturday, delivering the most elaborate production yet attempted by the students.
Sammy Jay worries for Lightfoot the Deer as hunters with terrible guns roam the Green Forest. Sammy warned Lightfoot of the hunters earlier, but the chase by hounds may have driven Lightfoot to danger, leaving Sammy fearing the worst and the forest changed.
A Danderine advertisement promises instant transformation of dull hair into abundant soft glossy waves. A small bottle sold at drug or toilet counters is rubbed through hair to remove dust and oil and double its beauty. The tonic allegedly refreshes the scalp check dandruff and promotes growth.
London reports that Dr Cyril Vorster Barbett, newly consecrated bishop of Southwark, says England is saturated with war superstitions. Many people across classes believe charms work. The church will not mock these beliefs but will counter them with teaching.
South America emulates U S drink and drug controls. Chillan enacts strict liquor sale and manufacture limits while Buenos Aires tightens narcotics rules. Chilean distillers explore turning alcohol into motor fuel to save on imported gasoline and boost profits.
An old advertisement explains Bayer Tablets of Aspirin with the Bayer Cross as proof of authenticity. It urges buying unbroken packages with directions for relief of colds headaches toothaches earaches neuralgia rheumatism neuritis and joint pains, noting tin boxes of twelve and larger packages available.
An advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a gentle alternative to calomel for cleansing the bowels liver and blood to remove bad breath and purify the system. The product, described as olive colored coated tablets, is claimed to have no after effects and to come in 10 and 25 cent sizes.
Washington DC Nov 24 Prominent lawmakers back the Sheppard bill proposing 4.48 million dollars annually to create a Federal Board of Maternal and Infant Hygiene. The measure would fund public health nursing clinics nationwide and require state matching funds to expand care for mothers and babies.
A rainy day tale follows Peter who views a river outside his window and meets a tiny raindrop companion named Patter. They drift from the window to the creek before Peter is recalled for supper, longing to wander with his playmate and see the world.
Gray and tan cotton blankets with colored borders on sale on the upper main floor. Size 64 by 76 inches, formerly 4 dollars and 75 cents. Tuesday price two for 3 dollars and 75 cents.
White and natural color cotton gloves with lining offered in assorted sizes. Price cut to 75 cents per pair from 1.25 dollars. Limited stock for quick cleanup. Location noted as Main Floor.
Andrew Denty of 1529 28th Ave NW says four burly strangers, posing as liquor hunters, searched his house four times in recent weeks. He recalls a last visit on Friday night and notes a loss of 15 chickens. His frightened daughter, mother to a three month old, was confined to bed after the disturbance.
R L Ridenour of 85 Bell Street Seattle reports in Bartell drug store that Tanlac improved his long running stomach trouble and weight gain of twenty pounds He says appetite is back gas is gone heart pressure eased rheumatism halted headaches gone nerves steady and he sleeps well He praises Bartell Drug Stores for selling Tanlac.
A Pekin report details a hill country commune where mining profits were shared by all, work was mandatory, charity was unknown, and disobedience carried death. A 25 member committee and two judges governed with universal suffrage. In Paris, the peace conference ratified M. Stambouliski credentials to sign the Bulgarian treaty Thursday.
The assemblage features regular stock coats once priced at 24.50 and 29.50 and a special purchase marked to sell at 29.75. Fashions are splendid winter fabrics in belted and loose back styles offered in sizes 16 through 46.
Ninety cent price for a pair of 89 cent silk hose sold Tuesday. Inventory includes 150 pairs in sizes 8 42 to 10 with shades mid gray cordovan Russian calf and brown. Not every size available in every color.
Fifty yards of fur trimming offered at half price to clean up short lengths in 1 to 9 inch widths. Beavers, moles, coneys, near seal, French seal, Hudson seal, natural skunk and other fur varieties included. Tuesday a yard at half price.
In San Francisco on November 24 Michael Ryan calling himself nobody found a $50,000 check while panhandling. He returned the check to the owner and was given a $1 meal as his reward.
A Chicago policeman and his wife interrupted a stroll to raid a saloon after hearing a woman's screams. They carried three assailants to the police station for questioning.
A riband style newspaper advertisement urges readers to mail a cutout with personal details to Foley & Co in Chicago. It promises a trial package of Foley products including Honey and Tar Compound Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets.
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