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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1911
Page
6
Paxene Press Leased Kewood New Jersey October 17. Robert F. Collier, famed publisher, fell from his airship at about 1000 feet when the engine failed. He landed safely with minor injuries and reassured a house party minutes after the perilous moment, witnesses said.
Mrs. Mary Whitney, a pretty matron, told of frightening her husband at Gravesend and saving him from cold water at 3 a.m. after he allegedly mistreated her. The incident occurred overnight as New York headlines reported.
President Taft departed Los Angeles for Long Beach to board a special train bound for Montana. The trip spans about two days with a single brief stop at Ogden Utah. Secret service relieved as he continues the extensive seven week tour across the West and East.
A warning urges readers to avoid self diagnosing alcohol issues and consult a physician due to potential dangers. The note mentions Ayer's Sarsaparilla as a non alcoholic tonic and alterative option.
The Record-Smasher C P Rodgers aims for the halfway point of his coast to coast flight today after taking off from Okla at 7 30 am bound for Fort Worth 190 miles away. He faced wind and storms on Sunday and cylinder trouble yesterday. Meanwhile Rear Admiral Robley D Evans tours oil fields in San Francisco en route to Los Angeles to oversee life interests on his return trip.
Portland, Oct. 17. A committee to promote Taft's re nomination was announced led by Ralph Williams National Republican committeeman and Taft ally. The 18 member group comprises men with money and close ties to big business enterprises.
Bowed by seven of nine councilmen the city adopts a plan to run street improvement bonds for ten years at 6 percent. The council amends ten local improvement ordinances to ten years at 6 percent, replacing five years at 7 percent. The judiciary committee proposes a 6 percent one year bond for 18th 7ist and 2ind aves improvements.
A chaotic inventory lists prices for produce, meats, seafood and dairy items at the 18 Old Pike Public Market Place. Items include dill pickles 12 doz, mutton chops per pound, lemons oranges, cranberries, Concord grapes, halibut four pounds, sardines canned and fresh dairy products priced per pound or can.
A detailed price list shows fruits and vegetables offered at low rates such as grapes 10 cents a basket and pears 10 cents a dozen, plus items like onions 10 cents a pound, tomatoes and peppers, cheeses from several regions, meats including lamb and steak, and staples like flour and sugar with per unit prices and package sizes. The fragment presents an old time market advertisement style.
Henry Hughes told Magistrate Dodd he had been busy with household chores and dishes and had no time to seek employment. The magistrate ordered him to quit washing dishes and find work, after being charged by his wife for six months of idle labor.
TACOMA October 17 Henry Hademan proprietor of the Potomac bar is out of business after two Sunday liquor sales convictions. The council revokes his license as part of the administration's policy against law breaking saloonists.
ST. JOSEPH MO October 17 Five years ago John J Murray a railway mail clerk vowed to save every dime he possessed He kept the resolve and today deposited in the postal savings bank one of the three new $100 accounts opened since the bank began operations
After saloons closed Carl Westerlund a Tacoma logger stayed thirsty and drank a bottle of catsup and a bottle of vinegar and died. The item blends with a local social scene remarking on a dinner party and a cook.
An advertisement urges sore feet cause nervous disorders and offers Calocide compound as the best known scientific remedy. Dissolve two tablespoons in hot water and soak fifteen minutes for immediate relief from bunions, callouses, and frost bites, with a 25 cent box common at druggists.
In Chicago the first big progressive Republican conference opposes Taft and backs Robert M. La Follette as the party’s presidential candidate. Theodore Roosevelt’s implied endorsement, direct primaries, and a push to the national convention mark the move, with Garf ield noted as author of resolutions. A mass meeting tonight features Senators Clapp and Crawford, Amos Pinchot, and Geo. Record.
City autos to be kept at the Seventh Avenue stables and Charities Street under the supervision of the streets superintendent if a resolution by Councilman Goddard is adopted. The proposal was referred to the committee on department efficiency.
An old advertisement promotes Swissco claiming hair regrowth, dandruff reduction, and restoration of gray or faded hair without dye. It offers a free trial bottle by mail to readers and cites price points and retail availability in Seattle through Owl Drug Co.
Albert Fay, unemployed, celebrated by inviting friends to dinner in New York on October 17. The menu of beer pickles lamb tongues rye bread and limburger led to an acute indigestion attack and his death.
The Chinese National Association, representing most Chinese residents in the United States, British Columbia and Mexico, urges President Taft and Secretary Knox to ensure neutrality toward the ongoing Chinese revolutionary movement so that China may preserve its integrity and establish a stable government.
In Sandusky county pigs feasted on pulp from cider presses and slept off a long jag, leaving John Plegelint with the most tracks he has seen. In Geauga County dairymen report cows becoming drunk from half rotten apples, preventing milk production as winds bruise and ferment fallen fruit.
In Ellsworth Kansas on October 17 a neighbor found William Showman his wife and three children aged 5 4 and 1 battered by an ax in their home. The family had been visiting a neighbor on Sunday and were slain on their return. No suspect identity has been developed.
Meyer Cohen tied to an embezzlement of 991 dollars from the Moose lodge. Bail reduced from 4000 to 2406 dollars. Six prominent Tacoma businessmen signed for him. A second man’s tale of sending 400 dollars of the missing funds drew sympathy.
A vintage advertisement touts 25 cent bottles of Danderine to stop dandruff and hair loss within ten minutes. It claims scalp cleansing, itch relief, and new hair growth after weeks, with dramatic promises of soft, fluffy, abundant hair and shimmering health. Contains promotional lines for Knowlton's Dandeline and variations of product names.
An advertisement from Marshall Michigan touts a free trial of the Pyramid Pile Cure claiming instant relief and a permanent cure for piles. It urges readers to mail a coupon with name and address to receive a free trial and price at the drug store.
Fill out your name and address and mail to PYRA MID DRUG COMPANY at 269 Pyra mid Bidg Marshall Michigan. A sample of the great Pyramid Pile will be sent at once by mail free in a plain wrapper.
The first credited suffrage yell is heard on Broadway after a mass meeting led by Miss Mary Donnelly. The chorus proclaims Votes for women we must win, Votes for women true, votes for women we must win, and here in Broadway, too, sir.
The first street improvement project by day labor in the city will pave Hav and Dawson streets. Councilman Goddard’s ordinance orders the superintendent of streets to begin the work.
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