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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1918
Page
3
An experienced New Yorker writes of a book by Edward J. Woods that claims easy relief from tobacco addiction. The author promises health gains such as clear eyes, better digestion, stronger memory, and increased vigor, with reduced nervous irritability and no need for tobacco products.
Memorial services were held for Mies Ida Rosecrans who died of influenza complications in Seattle. Rev. Wallace Lee conducted the service from Albany Oregon, arranged by the University training station company where her fiancé Edwin J Gregg belongs. Rosecrans had directed welfare work for Memia Brothers Bag Co. since 1914 and was to wed soon after the war. Dr. James Rumbaugh Peterson of Seattle was appointed a first lieutenant in the army medical corps.
A claim of a magic peel that removes hard skin and calluses from the feet without pain or soreness. The ad-style text markets a quick, painless solution and promises noticeable results for foot care.
Alvin Adams and William J. Miller were arraigned before Judge Everett Smith on charges of attempting to escape from the King county jail. Prosecutor Lundin says they used concealed tools between July 5 and September 25 to loosen bolts and plates, with Miller’s interview revealing alleged earlier work and a plan to escape via a hole in the ceiling aided by a torn tin cup. Miller testified Adams did more sawing, and a prior quarrel led to Adams’s removal from a cell.
William Gottstein, real estate dealer charged with murdering John Murray near Des Moines on October 4, will have arraignment moved to Friday since his attorney Walter Fulton is temporarily out of town. The city council also commended the license committees for refusing to renew the Pacific Audit and System Co. employment agents license citing excessive rates for securing jobs.
An old advertisement touts herbal and vegetable remedies for many diseases. Jacob Aal at 51 Pike Place Market in Seattle claims herbs can cure ailments and offers herb based products at prices lower than cut-rate, inviting customers to watch the business grow.
C. A. Tinlon of 216 17th Ave. B, driver for Beattle Baking Co., was severely injured when his bread wagon collided with Queen Anne Street Car No. 644 at Second Ave N and Queen Anne Ave Tuesday morning. He was taken to the county hospital. his auto was smashed. Police gather evidence to determine fault between Tinlon and street car crew.
Prince Axel of Denmark enjoyed a Seattle visit with thanks for local courtesies. Mayor Hanson received a note from the prince in San Francisco promising visitors will carry a pleasant memory of Seattle.
President Wilson recommends promotion of Hunter Liggett and Robert S. Bullard to lieutenant general. They command the First and Second American field armies in France. Senate confirmation is expected immediately to speed field operations.
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