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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1914
Page
2
Allied forces pierced the German line 18 miles north of Lille in northern France, advancing two miles and opening a potential enveloping flank. HQ predicted the surrounding move within a week to ten days as German positions near Lille risk retreat eastward.
London experts say Germany failed to capture Dunkirk losing the opportunity to invade England. If seized the port would have allowed a Zeppelin raid on London as the Kaiser's fleet clashed with British ships while invasion transports rushed across the North Sea.
A chaotic Seattle page reports thirteen deaths amid various incidents including a gun at a second-hand store, burglaries yielding jewels, and socialists calling for a debate between Renee Mason and Dr. John Dun. Community news covers bank lending to cashmere growers, local elections, and social events as well.
The report notes official approval of the Aguascalientes peace plan with a withdrawal of American troops from Vera Cruz expected. Three companies of U S marines are sent to help quell a revolt in Nicaragua. The Rochelle runs ashore near Astoria and other items follow.
Washington Oct 22 By a 126 to 62 vote the House adopted the conference report on the war tax bill. Republicans did not demand a roll call. only Democrats Thompson Oklahoma and Witherspoon Mississippi opposed. The bill moves to the Senate and to the president today as Congress expects to adjourn.
Louis Dutherin, a French soldier, received a five year labor sentence on public works after he refused to obey an order to wash his feet in a stream while his command complied. The case from Paris dated October 22 highlights discipline during the period.
An advertisement touts Stuart's Calcium Wafers as a fast cure for pimples and skin eruptions promising a clear complexion in days. It claims the product cleanses blood with calcium sulphide, contains no poisons, and guarantees visible results, with pricing at 60 cents and free samples by mail from F A Stuart Co. Marshall Mich.
A vintage ad touts Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur as a grandmothers remedy to turn gray faded hair dark glossy and thick. It claims natural even color dandruff relief and scalp comfort with simple sponge application.
Advice for parents on treating infant skin issues with warm water baths using Resinol soap and ointment. Recommends drying gently, applying a thin ointment layer, and optionally dusting talcum powder. Claims instant relief and healing with daily baths and Resinol products. Free samples offered from Resinol department in Baltimore.
Describes Belgian dogs aiding wounded and guiding troops amid bombardment while noting the courage of Belgian men. In Chicago a Cubs sale talks move forward as President Thomas confirms negotiations for the club.
Robert McGlinn, a UW graduate and former Seattle newspaper staffer, was found dead in San Francisco Bay. Believed foul play involved, possibly waterfront thug. His body to be sent to Seattle for burial. born La Conner 1884, later worked with AP in San Francisco.
A speaker recounts Hanson's rural revival program urging idle acres to be farmed, funded by higher interest postal savings banks and government loans at 4 percent. He explains stumps removal tied to land use, criticizes real estate speculators, and notes Europe Australia New Zealand examples.
Notification from Great Northern Steamship reports new Great Northern and Northern Pacific vessels will start service between Fravel Oregon/ Astoria and San Francisco on March 15. Through rail link from Seattle to San Francisco will shorten travel to 36 1/2 hours.
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