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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1920

Page

14

Not One But Many Want Le Orphan Girl By Cynthia Grey

A reader workaround shows strong female voices responding to a Cynthia Grey column about finding a home for Ruth an eight year old orphan. Letters express gratitude for offers and critique of male behavior in workplaces and society while urging humane care and better treatment of women.

Cynthia Grey Ruth Miss Grey Misa Grey Woson

Peach Sherbet Method From Historic Recipe

A vintage recipe describes making peach sherbet by grinding peaches then straining to pulp, boiling kernels, dissolving gelatin in cold water, and combining with lemon juice. The mixture is frozen in ice and salt, then poured over brine and allowed to freeze for two hours.

Flags Captured in War of 1812 Displayed at Chelsea Hospital

At the Royal Hospital Chelsea London eleven American flags captured by British forces in the War of 1812 are exhibited for public viewing. The display highlights military history and Anglo American conflicts with artifacts from the era.

Royal Hospital Chelsea London

Paris inspired autumn frock in dull red suede and silver braid

Cora Moore describes a Paris originated fall dress featuring a plain gathered skirt with bandeau brassiere, a silver braid band, and a hip line attachment. The back panel drapes from the belt, while kimono style sleeves and a batiste trim add youthful charm.

Cora Moore New York Paris Batiste

Lemon Pie and Orphan Case in Oakland

A lemon pie recipe is given with steps to prepare filling and meringue. In Oakland a 16 year old French war orphan, Marcel Duprea, brought by author Peter B Kyne, was turned over to juvenile authorities as incorrigible.

Oakland Marcel, Duprea United States Peter B. Kyne

Secrets and confidences ease emotional distress in old tale

In this serialized tale, a narrator contemplates sharing grief with Deb to relieve distress. He cites a theory that admitting hidden secrets eases pain and explores hysteria, nerves, and marital tension as he weighs trust, jealousy, and a possible future with Katherine Miller.

Deb Ald

Graham Bread Recipe Instructions

The text provides a historical recipe for Graham bread. It instructs to mix molasses salt milk and water, dissolve yeast cake, add flour, mix well and let rise to double. Then beat again and fill greased pans halfway. Let rise again to near double and bake.

Itching Torture of Skin Diseases and Blood Purification

The article argues skin diseases stem from blood infection and criticizes surface remedies. It promotes S.S.S. as a thorough blood purifier that cleanses the bloodstream of germs causing skin eruptions and urges avoiding temporary relief from local treatments. S.S.S. is advertised as sold by all druggists.

S.S.S

Expert medical advice offered by Chief Medical Adviser

A public notice invites readers to write about their case to Chief Medical Adviser at 284 Swift Laboratory, Atlanta Georgia, offering expert guidance without cost and highlighting the enduring popularity of the service for over fifty years.

Swift Laboratory Atlanta

Women Prisoners in Chicago Allowed to Smoke

Cook County Jail Warden George P. F. Les permits women inmates to smoke, stating prisoners are citizens like men. He requires adherence to rule about returning match ends to boxes and keeping floors clean.

Chicago George PF. Les Cook County

Peach Fritters From Simple Batter Mix

Cut peaches into quarters and separate yolk from egg. Mix flour with soda salt and baking powder then add milk and yolk. Fold peaches into beaten egg white. Drop spoonfuls into hot fat, fry until golden and drain on paper.

Grass Stain Removal Tips For White Garments

Grass stains plague white skirts and dresses. Apply butter to the stain and sun it, shielding delicate colors with a dark cloth to prevent fading. Watch the stain and remove the garment as soon as the stain disappears.

Diphtheria Variants Noted In Children A Dangers To Health

Medical note highlights nasal diphtheria as a common child illness and a public health threat. It may be direct or throat related, often mild but can become malignant spreading to the ear and causing poisoning symptoms. Paralyzing effects may follow naga type infection per Welch and Schamberg.

Welch and Schamberg

Answers on Climate Conditions and Weather Trends

The inquiry seeks information about climates and weather patterns. It requests explanations of climate types, regional variations, and how factors like oceans and atmospheres influence long term trends. Further detail needed to tailor to location and timeframe.

California Syrup of Figs Ad Campaign

An advertisement promotes California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for children. It highlights the product name on the package and praises its fruity taste, encouraging parents to choose the "California" label for a gentle bowel remedy.

California

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