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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1918
Page
3
In a small village two privates from the engineering corps restored a 700 year old cathedral organ unused for 15 years They cleaned 3000 pipes up to twenty feet high removed ancient bird nests and debris and scrubbed pipes with sulfuric acid A concert of American love songs followed delighting villagers.
First Lieut Richard Peters of Washington D C is described as probably the oldest officer of his rank in the active forces. At 74 he serves with American troops near Beas during the current campaign.
An old advertorial about inherited blood poisons notes chronic suffering across generations and presents S S S as a plant based remedy. It claims S S S cleanses blood, restores purity, and offers free medical advice from its chief adviser with contact at Swift Specific Co. Atlanta.
A new photograph introduces Aaron von Hussarek who has been appointed premier of Austria. The image marks his formal public debut as head of government following his appointment.
Special to The Star by N. B. A. in Paris reports a French elder laments that American soldiers drink water instead of wine. He notes abundant wine nearby but the soldiers refuse and drain his cistern, leaving it dry.
An old newspaper ad claims a home remedy can treat catarrhal deafness and head noises. It offers Parmint with hot water and granulated sugar to reduce middle ear inflammation, asserting quick, effective results and urging readers to share the recipe with affected individuals.
A wartime dispatch from France recalls Lieutenant Wanamaker of Akron, praised among American aviators for his fearless spirit. He told fellow pilots he would not fear death and hoped to leave a strong record, inspiring others before the battle where he was killed.
Special by N. Bea Ottawa October 11 Democracy has permeated Canada and a strong movement, backed by returned soldiers, has been launched against granting or honoring tithes in the dominion. A bill before parliament is believed to have majority support as critics charge titles arise from political influence and large donations. Those who gain titles often sail to England to seek seats in the House of Lords while social equality grows and luxuries fade in provincial life. The elite refrain from ostentation with footmen and other trappings mostly retired from service duties.
Capt B B Lipiner of the air mail division says zones have been defined for safety between Chicago and New York. He notes air space from 2,500 to 3,500 feet will be reserved for government aircraft only, with private and commercial planes confined to lower or higher levels. He adds wartime aircraft will be repurposed for air mail service after the war.
Los Angeles Oct 11 Officers elected for the ensuing year at the fifth annual convention of the Pacific Coast Association of Port Authorities are President Lewis J Wilde mayor of San Diego vice presidents J W McCallum San Francisco C Be Remnaberg Seattle W P Laroche Portland C M Gordon Los Angeles and J H Misner Richmond secretary W A Mugler San Diego
London October 11 The first large reinforced concrete vessel built in Great Britain will soon enter government service. The ship displaces about 900 tons and can carry a dead weight of around 400 to 500 tons.
A short adclaims a simple dandruff cure using four ounces of liquid argon rubbed into the scalp at night. It promises removal of dandruff and itching by morning with repeated use, claiming hair becomes fluffy and glossy and the remedy is inexpensive and widely available at drug stores.
In famine era Petrograd young men reportedly replace flowers with butter and eggs as presents to the young women they court. The shift reflects hardship shaping social customs during this period.
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