Confessions of a Wife Lends Six Thousand Dollars
Margie recalls seeking six thousand dollars from Jim to invest Aunt Mary’s money by risking a loan to cover an apartment mortgage. Dick’s absence and fear of debt loom as Jim loans the money with a six percent note while Mollie’s romance with Hatton unfolds and Jim’s own feelings surface. The tale ends with a tease for continuation.
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Aunt Mary
Mr. Selwin
Jim
Margie
Mollie
Hatton
Sullivan
California Syrup of Figs advertised for child constipation
An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe effective laxative for children. It claims coated tongues indicate constipation and promises quick relief by purging waste, bile and undigested food, urging mothers to buy the genuine product and beware of counterfeits.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Forming English Classes for Foreign Students
John A. Goodell arrives to lead English language classes for Russians Finns Poles Greeks Slavonians and other foreigners. University students will run the sessions with demonstrations of the work amid coffee houses pool rooms and other gathering spots.
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John A. Goodell
Goodell
International Y. M. C. A
Northwest
Pontius Estate Inventory Filed in Seattle Probate
Inventory and appraisement of Albert M. Pontius who died May 4, 1914 lists total value of 78,221 dollars. The bulk of the estate may bequeathed to his brother Frank R. Pontius according to the filed probate papers.
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Pontius
Albert M. Pontius
Seattle
Frank R. Pontius
Free letter promises cure for catarrh with no treatment
A self styled remedy ad claims a new, painless cure for catarrh that requires no sprays inhalers or equipment. It describes the sufferer’s misery and offers to reveal the cure by mail for free upon sending name and address, urging immediate action and promising instant relief.
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Kate Vienne
Local theater groups to view Tillies Tomato Surprise cast
The company behind A Pair of Sixes will visit Liberty theatre management Thursday afternoon to watch Eleanor Fairbanks perform in Tillies Tomato Surprise. The Lubin six reel feature marks its U S debut away from major eastern cities with Marie Dressler as Tillie.
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Marie — Eleanor Fairbanks
Moore
Liberty Theatre
Eleanor Fairbanks
Marie Dressler
Tillie
United States
New York
Dr J A Smith to Speak at Bnai Brith Meeting
Dr J Allen Smith head of the University of Washington political economy department will speak Thursday night at a joint Hildesheimer lodge of the Order of Bnai Brith and the Daughters of the Covenant at W O W hall. His subject is Government.
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J. Allen Smith
University of Washington
Hildesheimer Lodge
Order of Wnal Writh
Daughters of the Covenant
W. O. W. Hall
Fly Swatter Added to Pullman Equipment
Government Public Health Service notes flies in Pullman care in interstate commerce threaten health and, as part of an educational campaign, a fly swatter becomes standard Pullman equipment.
Brandels Criticizes Trade Commission Tour
Washington Oct 6 Laula D Brandela a key figure in creating the federal trade commission complains the commissioners are traveling nationwide on dinners funded by chambers of commerce and listening to powerful corporate figures seeking to dodge the Sherman act.
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Washington
Laula D. Brandela
Federal Trade Commussion
Chambers of Commerce
Meat Prices Rise Amid War Demands In Chicago
John T. Russell former president of the National Master butchers association says war demand by exporters is tightening meat supply in the United States and driving prices up three to five cents per pound.
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Chicago
John T. Russell
National
Master Hutchers’ Association
Russell
America
Fred A Strom Found Dead in St Charles Hotel Room
Fred A Strom was found dead in room 10 at the St Charles hotel 107 West Washington Avenue on Tuesday morning. Officials believe death resulted from natural causes. he had no known relatives or friends.
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Fred
A. Strom
St Charles
West Washington
Awamper
Tuesaday
Burglary Reported at 2116 22nd Ave and 1425 Michigan Av
John Lena reported a burglary at his home claiming entry via the rear door with a pass key and theft of $54.25. Fred Simo Katz of the same address reported losing $24.50 at 1425 Michigan Ave in Chicago.
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John Lena
22Nd Ave
Fred Simonam Katz
Michigan Av
Chicago
Public hearing on ferry dock plan at Vashon site debate
Attend 2 p m hearing in county courthouse on ferry dock site options. Des Moines proposal by Commissioner Hamilton faces opposition from Carrigan and Knudsen who holds deciding vote. Port Bridges notes Des Moines site would cost farmers extra and raise passenger fares for 18 mile inland route to Seattle.
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Vashon
Alto
Des Moines
Seattle
Three Tree Point
Lake Burien Municipal
West Beuattle
Madison St
Hamilton
Carrigan
Knudsen
Bridges
Port Commission
West Seattle
Madinon
Dea Moines
Florida puzzled, can't get a drink
Tampa readers report evasion of the Evans package liquor law by social club members who held an evasion meeting and invited the sheriff. The sheriff attended and warned he would arrest violators, but the members still seek a way to dodge enforcement.
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Tampa
Fla
Elke
Governor's wife speaks for vote in women rights campaign
New York state first lady Mrs Charles Whitman personally enters the drive for votes for women. Gov Whitman remains strictly neutral. The George H Fortson auxiliary plans a card party Wednesday evening at Veterans hall State Armory.
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Albany
N. Y
New York State
Voordenaville
Charles Whitman
George H. Fortson Auxiliary
Veterans’ Hall
State Armory
Poslam Promises Quick Relief For Itching and Skin Ailments
A vintage advertisement promotes Poslam for relief from itching burning and dermatitis. It claims rapid comfort once applied and eventual cure by eradicating the disease. Poslam soap is described as antiseptic and harmless with samples available for four cents.
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New York
All Drugmiat
Population totals of four Christian denominations in the United States
Data from Kennedy's Official Catholic Directory lists 16,067,985 Roman Catholics, 7,125,069 Methodists, 2,027,598 Presbyterians, and 6,129,467 Baptists in the United States, figures echoed from the 1915 World's Almanac. The item also addresses grammar usage and reader questions about faith, parenting, and a Seattle advice column.
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United States
J. E W
Kennedy
A Star Wanted Will Rent Your Vacant Booms
A star seeks to rent vacant spaces offering high visibility. The ad targets property owners with unused storefronts or theaters, promising ambitious exposure for upcoming shoots and red carpet events, and hints at flexible terms.
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Tom McNaughton
Comedy
Liberty
Jim Edie
Newspaper Enterprise Association
Eleanor
J. A. Smith
B’nai B’rith
the Gov
Brandeis
Ferry Dock
Knudson
Florida
Buchanan
Coffee Co
Pike
Second Ave
the Right Drug Co
Washington St
Mirst Ave
Yellow Front
Valles
Ienelle En
Ally Sell
Ustu
Temcorre
Cristina
Grey
Earth
Miss Grey
Cynthia Grey
Lfe
Cynthia
Joseph Brooks
SCAR
Maia
Hardeen
Jahlbreaker
Royal Hawaiian
N.Y. Winter Garden
Lois
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