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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1916
Page
7
A man driving his stolen car from Chicago to Independence Missouri was arrested in every town as constables followed a broadcast description of the vehicle. The car had been recovered in Chicago before the pursuit.
The Seattle dry squad reports confiscation of about 35,000 gallons of whisky since May 1. They estimate as much as 140,000 gallons may have slipped through, with consumer prices around 2.50 a quart, implying profits well above 100 percent. Police corruption and raids are blamed for ongoing bootlegging amid open hotels and gambling joints.
An old time recipe improved with Wyeth s Sage and Sulphur Compound promises to darken gray faded hair naturally and evenly. By applying with a sponge or brush, hair appears darker and shinier after one or two uses, without implying medical benefits.
King Otto of Bavaria, known as Europe's mad king, died at Fuerstenried castle where he had been confined for years. He was about 70 and refused haircuts, water, and soap, sometimes starving himself while fearing poison. Attendants coaxed him to eat by hiding food, and he enjoyed grand opera during his captivity. King Ludwig III succeeded him after his incapacity in 1913.
Tacoma reports a thief phoned F H Scobey to return bonds worth 4000 dollars stolen from his home Saturday night. The burglar delivered the bonds at Scobey's office, apologized, refused a reward, and walked away unmolested after explaining his conscience prompted the act.
Superior court set to hear Monday why individuals at 661 King and 653 King locations may face contempt for destroying liquor during a raid on the J. O. Record drug store. Mayor GU notes the restraining order covers 651 King and nearby properties.
General Haig reported six raids by German forces near Messines, Granier woods, and Halsenes with prisoners taken and enemy casualties. No significant actions occurred on the Somme front overnight.
An early 20th century advertisement touts Cascarets as a free to pile sufferers remedy for liver and bowel issues. It promises relief from bile buildup, headaches, and bad breath, claiming gentle cleansing without harming children or causing stomach upset.
Advertises Kosine Treatment as a fear reliever for epilepsy with ten years of claimed success. Offers a large bottle for $1.46 and a refund if not satisfied, plus a free booklet on request from Switte Pharmacy at Becond and Like.
A fragment requests a free Pyramid Pile Treatment sample from Pyramid Drug Company located at 642 Pyramid Bids Marshall Michigan. The note asks for plain wrapper delivery to a named street address.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets offer a gentle bowel action to purify the system and remove the cause of bad breath. The olive oil based tablets are promoted as a vegetable remedy with no calomel sides effects and sold in 10c and 25c sizes by all druggists.
An old health ad warns big eaters that rich foods overload kidneys and raise uric acid. It advises four ounces of Jad Salts daily to flush kidneys, ease bladder issues, and restore health, describing the remedy as safe, inexpensive, and refreshing.
The document excerpt provides excerpts from a defiant, emotional display of love letters involving Herman, addressed to a sweetheart. The letters express longing, devotion, and joy, with assurances of strength and happiness tied to mutual affection. The tone and content reflect intimate confidences shared during a trial context.
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