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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1918
Page
3
A terse critique describes men born without backbone as lacking Liberty and moral accountability. The speaker asserts such individuals resemble others yet reveal their flaw in behavior and character upon close observation.
An advertisement touts ordinary Mmerealized wax as a cosmetic to remove faded outer skin over 10 days to two weeks. It claims the absorptive action reveals fresher skin and contrasts with artificial complexions, noting an ounce suffices and it is applied at night then washed off. It also offers a saxolite witch hazel wash for wrinkles.
Special to The Star. French forces under Sarrail set up a civil government in Koriten near Lake Malik, proclaiming it an autonomous Albanian republic under Allied protection. A 12-member council governs. Esnaad Pasha blessed it. a post office and stamps exist, and a flag with a two headed eagle sparked controversy.
The circuit court of appeals in San Francisco overturned indictments against William M. Collins and Leonard Foster for alleged seditious wartime statements. The panel ruled the indictments defective but said the men will be immediately retried, according to Special Assistant to the Attorney General Clarence L. Reames.
The Corporation Counsel meter filed a formal request with the capital issues committee on Tuesday seeking permission to float 245,000 dollars in Tenth Avenue Bridge bonds.
Boldt’s restaurant group records 168000 cups and saucers broken in one year across its Big Four, Rainier Bakery and Restaurant, Economy Lunch, and catering tied to the Masonic club. A 14000-piece eastern china shipment was received to cover losses amid rising costs.
Public service commission accused of shirking duty by delaying an investigation into Seattle’s poor telephone service and blaming federal control. Cor poration Counsel Walter F Meier asserts state police powers remain intact under 1918 laws, urging cooperation of officials to ensure prompt, efficient phone service.
Mrs Birdie Campbell in charge of the U S employment bureau women’s division says unmarried women and wives of servicemen will not be registered for non essential jobs. There are over 600 registered and more applicants than openings. Employers including Admiralty Logging Co Kenmore and Pierce Arrow Automobil Co seek women to fill waitressing and accessories roles as questionnaires go to Insurance and real estate leaders to list men in non essential war industries for possible transfer.
A mystery writer sending a 20th letter to Mayor Hanson claims to know a plan to move the national capital from Washington. Police say the note names the sender as Alonzo, 52, born in Michigan, and they search the city for the man who has bombarded the mayor for two weeks. The letters end with praise for a figure named Tom, claiming unrivaled wisdom.
A wartime era item displays a threat stamp asserting that no day will deter enemy forces, reflecting home-front morale and propaganda efforts during the period.
German heavy bombardment pounded the American front east of the Meuse as of 1 PM today. Reports say counter attacks were not renewed and Luftwaffe activity continued in Lebon region with artillery fighting normal. Deserters claim German forces are shifting artillery and troops in Lorraine while Austro Hungarian troops may be held as hostages. Three German planes were shot down after attacking eight American aircraft.
Police raided the New Richelieu hotel at 815 Third Ave after tips that liquor was sold on site. Owner Harry Dion and his wife were arrested and released on $1000 bail. Officers found no liquor despite claims by Olaf Wick and Carl Alvastad that liquor was sold there at about $10 a quart and 60 cents a glass.
A lighter man from a river craft leans over a bar, voicing grim views on the war. He predicts bloodshed day after day as each breath seems to kill a man. A sarcastic bystander replies with a sharp quip about cloves.
The campaign promotes a "Victory Girls" army of one million women who pledge to earn and give at least five dollars during the week of November 11 to 18. The Western department will include California through Montana with about 45,000 participants. Every enrolled girl supports American soldiers marching toward Berlin as back home funds aid comfort and cheer for the fighting men.
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