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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1913
Page
2
An advertisement touts a free eye prescription that allegedly restores vision without glasses. It describes dramatic personal testimonials of readers who claim improved sight and reduced watering after using Optona drops, with daily eye baths and a two ounce bottle.
German passenger recounts 136 dead as Volturno burns mid Atlantic. Trintepohl jumps to safety after leaping from scorching deck, later rescued by Carmania while flame and heat tear through the ship. Fire alarms sounded early as crews scramble and boats fail.
The wizard of Menlo Park has perfected a disc recording talking machine that reproduces voices with remarkable clarity and overtones. At Ellers Music House last night the device impressed visitors with lifelike singing, drawing praise from critics and enthusiasts alike. The machines cost 60 to 500 dollars and are marketed like other phonographs, with Edison’s latest innovation touted as a revolution in the field.
Russia's chief rabbi tells Mary Boyle O'Reilly there is no ritual murder among Jewish people. O'Reilly reports from Russia on alleged persecutions and the Kiev case, presenting Jewish leaders' view amid the czarist empire.
Kiev chief rabbi argues Mendel Bellis is innocent of ritual murder charges. He describes Jewish life in the Pale, poverty, and ignorance as factors behind the case, warns that false accusations fuel unrest and threaten peace. He urges recognition that no such murder exists and cites anti Jewish laws and conditions.
Former Lieutenant Governor Timothy Woodruff died in New York after a stroke suffered at a political gathering a week earlier. He was 56 and a well known New York public figure, who served as Theodore Roosevelt's running mate when he ran for governor following the Spanish American War.
The U S Supreme Court met at noon to begin the October term with the usual brief session, honoring the tradition that no judicial business is conducted on the first day. The proceedings reflected the court's ceremonial dignity and adherence to precedent.
An ancient remedy promoted as a ready-to-use tonic costs about 60 cents per bottle. Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy is applied with a sponge to darken gray hair evenly, making it look glossy and youthful after a few uses.
Open forum at City Hall Park Sunday discussed law and the city charter. Speakers included William Rosso R M White George N Hogdon and G A Schulthelas.
An advertisement touts Adlertia a remedy from Swift's Pharmacies in Seattle and promotes it as a cure for appendicitis and bowel issues. It claims one dose relieves sour stomach gas and constipation immediately and presents the product as offered by Seattle agents on Second Ave and 234 Broadway.
Claiming rapid patient recovery, the German Pharmacal Co and Seattle pharmacies tout Blood and Nerve Tonic and Gantricim as remedies for constipation and related illnesses. Advertisements urge customers to try a box, report improvements, and note endorsements from local buyers.
San Francisco delegates tagged as Portola promoters arrive in town to entertain 12 visitors for festival promotions. The group will tour venues like the Orpheum Hofbrau Seattle Rath Keller and Tate’s cafes then lunch with the Women’s Commercial club and auto mobile with the Tilikums. They depart Wednesday for Victoria.
The Berkeley leader and socialist party executive predicts socialism gains and calls for greater humanitarianism in a Dreamland rink address. He foresees an early adoption of socialist principles as a world change unfolds.
Friends of the Charlemagne Towers say they will fight a suit filed by Georgiana Bhurdick alleging alienation of affection by former ambassador to Germany. A document signed by Young Tower and Bhurdick claiming they are husband and wife is not accepted as proof.
Walla Walla report says North Pacific Fruit Distributors local manager Barnes notes worm damage cuts the Milton Freewater district apple crop from 125 carloads to about 100 carloads. Central agency had relied on higher figures.
E P Birkel son of Birkel hotel proprietor on First Avenue was booked by police for reckless driving after a Sunday night crash at Fourth and Pike injuring Miss Myrtle Huey of 1707 Bellevue Avenue.
Bishop Conaty laid the cornerstone for the Knights of Columbus club house in Los Angeles on October 13, marking completion of the $250,000 project.
The article urges Americans to reduce rich foods to protect kidneys and describes taking four ounces of rad Salts daily in water before breakfast to flush clogged kidneys. It touts the remedy as a grape and lemon juice acid lithia blend that neutralizes urine acids and boosts bladder health.
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