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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1914

Page

5

Fels-Naptha Soap Mentioned in Household Advice

A dialogue describes a young woman with red swollen hands after chores. Anty Drudge consoles her and advises buying Fels-Naptha Soap to wash, cool down, and finish tasks before attending social events.

Regal Dentists Offer Low Rates in Seattle Appeal

We have right medicines and methods and will treat you gladly. Regal Dentists promise expert attention by experienced men skilled in painless dental work. Their workmanship is guaranteed and rates are unusually low with gold crowns and plates discounted. Gas available.

Seattle Regal Albany

Night school and marriage advice in the era columns

A reader asks if married women can attend public night school, and about costs and classes. Responses say manual training requires enough female interest to form a class, German language costs a $2 entrance fee refundable if books are returned. Other letters cover engagement breach, dancing venues, a university course by correspondence, and property division in a ranch marriage with a $5,000 gift.

Q—1 JA. Oda

Money Kings May Stop War Before Long

Geneva dispatch notes Swiss bankers fear Europe faces unsustainable debt from protracted fighting. Financiers worry about rising indebtedness and possible repudiation of obligations, and may push for peace to avert governmental overturns. If that fails, money powers could cut supply to halt hostilities.

Geneva Switzerland Mall New York Europe

Drug Store Specials and Free Medical Advice

A local drug store advertises Quinine products, liniment, eye remedy, liver pills, charcoal tablets, and vacuum bottles with various prices. Alarm clocks and toothpaste with brushes are offered, along with a claim that a physician is always in attendance to examine advise and prescribe free of charge.

Carter

Beauty Secrets Make Smiling A Habit

Irene Warfield urges models and readers to smile to enhance beauty. She notes the Mona Lisa smile as iconic and advises shaping the lips and keeping thoughts pleasant to cultivate a captivating, habitual smile.

Irene Idah McGlone Gibson Mise Irene Warfield de Vince

Readers urge Star to keep Confessions of a Wife running

Letters from Seattle readers advocate continuing The Confessions of a Wife by Margie. A 42 year old business man and others praise the column as modern literature, practical advice, and beneficial for married and young readers alike.

Thene Margie the Star Seattle Ravensdale Wash Arlington Ryan

Free Eye Prescription Promises Quick Comfort and Vision Help

Advert appears to promote Optona eye remedy plus a simple home bath prescription. It claims the regimen cleans eyes, sharpens vision, reduces inflammation and irritation, and may eliminate or lessen dependence on glasses. It warns against costly specialists and improper glasses.

Home Consumers League to Seek Wider Membership Campaign

At a Wednesday executive committee meeting plans were laid for a state wide drive to add members. The league has secured larger quarters to support its expanded work. A members meeting followed at the Assembly hall in the Henry building with notable music and speeches.

Home Consumers’ League Assembly Hall Henry Building

Prepare for Grand Opera at the Metropolitan

Members of the Standard Grand Opera company begin a six day engagement at the Metropolitan starting Monday night October 5. Daily rehearsals are planned with dress rehearsals set for next week at the theatre.

Standard Grand Opera Company Metropolitan

Chamber Campaign Aims To Raise 150000 In Seattle 1915

The Chamber of Commerce plans to raise 150000 for conventions in Seattle in 1915. Electrically illuminated thermometers showing fund progress will be distributed around the city to inform the public.

Chamber of Commerce Seattle

Pacific Alaska Navigation Company Directors Named

Col. D. C. Jackling mine owner and T. R. B. Wilcox, president of the Portland Flouring Mills, were elected directors of the Pacific Alaska Navigation company yesterday, indicating strong new interests in the venture.

Col. D. C. Jacking T. RB. Wilcox Portland Flouring Milla Company Pacific Alaska Navigation Company

Fall and Winter Eis of Gloves Display

Glove sale offers a wide range of styles and colors. Kid and Chamois Gloves 85c. Cashmerette Gloves 50c. Gauntlet Gloves 50c. Boys and Girls Gauntlet 50c. Ivy Kid Gloves 1.00. full pique sewn Gloves 1.00. French Kid Gloves 1.50. La Pratique line in season shades 1.50. First Floor.

Turkish ambassador to leave United States over persona non grata status

The Turkish ambassador will depart the United States within a week or two after notifying President Wilson he asked for a leave of absence. Reports that he stood by recent remarks were unconfirmed, but he is said to have refused to retract them.

U. S Wilson

Business College Promise Strong Training Support

A promotional note asserts superior training at a business college with personal help for students who are backward, signaling tailored assistance and a focus on preparing individuals for better chances in business careers.

Peace Day Proclaimed for Washington Schools

Governor Lister designates Friday October 2 as Peace day in Washington. Seattle public schools will hold afternoon programs with students and teachers participating at their respective schools. Principals and teachers prepare suitable exercises. Peace day observed statewide in Washington schools.

Seattle Lister Washingon Washington

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