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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1916
Page
4
Henry Ford and Thomas Edison weigh in on the campaign and labor policy. The piece notes Edison’s Republican leanings and support for Woodrow Wilson, while Ford criticizes wartime economic motives and argues for eight hour workdays and fair wages amid a split among editors and reporters.
The piece notes Roosevelt speaking for Hughes and the Republicans against Wilson's war stance. It cites Wilson arguing Republicans would drag the nation into war, while Roosevelt contrasts with calls of restraint. Editorials urge readers to read Shepherd's article for broader context. It mentions Hughes condemning the Adamson law as not eight hours and Cannon-led Republican support in Congress.
The piece attacks Referendum Measure No 5 known as the Whitney election bill as a convention measure aimed to circumscribe party platforms and restore caucuses and conventions. It argues it would remove voter voice from presidential delegate selection and urges voting against the bill as a boost to political bossism.
Prof Hertzog of Philadelphia endorses Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild effective laxative for constipation. The ad notes it is non narcotic and suitable for children, costs fifty cents a bottle, and offers a free trial bottle by writing Dr W B Caldwell in Monticello Illinois.
A jumble of slang and dialogue traces a court scene with a magistrate questioning a defendant who hurled bricks and insults. The narrative lampoons a brash speaker, likening him to a flashy press agent and a lazy worker, amid colorful reminiscences of friendship and petty grievances.
New York police rule a nude woman in a dead state is not immoral after a censor officer assessed a display on Fifty first Street A man kneels beside a dead woman in the scene prompting the officer to conclude the image poses no harm The incident sets a citywide precedent for art censorship decisions
Lidgerwood fights a concealed plot as missing timber and a corrupt treasurer threaten the Red Desert railway. Rufford and his killer brother Bart pursue revenge, while Judson’s drunken spree destabilizes the line until a dramatic arrest at the Crow’s Nest unfolds.
An old advertisement touts Cascarets to combat colds and bowel issues. It claims a 10 cent box cleanses the stomach and liver, removes undigested food and poison, and leaves the user with a clear head by morning. Children are urged to use the candy cathartic for quick relief.
Fragmentary notice describes a sufferer plagued by constant itching and sleepless nights. It hints at remedies or warnings while urging readers to seek help or guidance for relief and recovery.
Swifte Pharmacy and Bartell Drug Co report long term promotion of a skin remedy labeled as standard for fifteen years. The notice highlights the product's enduring market presence and ongoing availability in local outlets.
An advertisement extols Danderine for cleaning dust and oil, making hair wavy and abundant. It claims the product nourishes the scalp, stops itching and shedding, and promotes longer, stronger hair with daily use. A 25 cent bottle is marketed for immediate beauty results.
In New York, promoters tout Nuxated Iron as a cure for anemia and fatigue, claiming millions take it daily. Doctors quoted extol its benefits for skin tone, vitality, and strength, noting iron deficiency as a cause of weakness and praising organic iron as essential for energy and health.
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