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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1915
Page
4
A midnight scene aboard an ocean liner contrasts a guided voyage with a raft adrift to urge youths to choose a clear course in life. The piece links Peabody Mass fire disasters to fire safety funding for schools and critiques tax politics and state bills in Washington.
Fish Commissioner Darwin reports in a mailed letter that artificial propagation has restored Columbia River salmon to near record levels and promises similar gains for Puget Sound waters. In 2.5 years nine new hatcheries have been built including three on Puget Sound and facilities on Elwha River, Middle Fork Nooksack, and Pilchuck near Granite Falls.
An ad touts Calocide corns and calluses remedy to peel away corns and ease foot pain. It claims fast action through a foot bath with two tablespoonfuls of Calocide, sold for twenty five cents at general stores and druggists.
E L Farnsworth of Wilbur elected president at Ellensburg gathering. Centralia named next convention city. Samuel Hill chosen honorary president. Speakers included Gov. Lister and University of Washington President Suzzallo.
About 10 000 Cambridge students enlisted in the war effort. Of these, 470 have been killed, 700 wounded, and 400 decorated for distinction on the field.
Cumberland blast furnace workers see a 69 percent wage rise since the war began. They play a crucial role in munition production and war effort.
A kaleidoscope of local notes and chatter includes marine traffic at Hall Bros and Eagle Harbor, University of Washington events, fundraisers, government inquiries, and a bomb plot update. Mentions La Paloma cargo, copper ore shipments, and steamer rate disputes. The mix reflects a bustling harbor city scene with personalities and plans.
Senator Jones declines US vice presidency and Ignatz Halibut declares no bid for president in 1916. Josiah Collins won't run for councilman. The piece promotes Crooked-Finger Spike for county commissioner and Slippery Sol for lieutenant governor citing family loyalty to parties.
Capt Heffron of Hillman City fire crew cut by falling glass during blaze. Rust, Chief Nunan and Driver Parkawn injured when truck overturns. Steamer Kansas City to be repaired for 40000 before Seattle Alaska run. Virgil A. Dodge robbed of 20 dollars on Seneca near First Ave. Jim Hill donates 125000 to Harvard College. Peruvian barkentine Judith leaks and towed to safety on Columbia River by tug Wallula. Cruiser St Louis to Bremerton. Former Gov Rollins dies in New Hampshire. Socialista starts referendum to nominate president. 170 dead in Philippine typhoon. Judge Brown rules Seward town site case under advisement. Calvin Barlow Tacoma.
London reports toy manufacturers plan a Christmas novelty a miniature submarine that will sink a toy dreadnought.
The chief executive announced plans to ask parliament for a revision of the calendar shortening the work week to six days and designating the seventh day as a national holiday.
A noted authority explains uric acid irritates the bladder causing burning and frequent night trips. Treatment suggested is Jad Salta four ounces daily in water for two to three days to neutralize urine acidity and restore normal function.
A large city public school burned with no fire escapes trapping hundreds. Firemen and bystanders aided frantic children as flames roared, many leaping to their deaths or suffocating. Sisters and priests aided survivors amid a collapsing brick shell.
An old advertisement touts Cascarets as the gentler liver and bowel cleanse. It promises head clarity, sweet stomach, fresh breath, and bright eyes, claiming relief from biliousness constipation and stomach sourness with no next day shock.
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