Awakening of America as German drive surges in war
A British France dispatch describes American resolve after Germany’s thrust through British lines. Seattle’s early Third Liberty subscription surpasses half quota while national morale rises, with the United States committing to total war effort and world democracy. British notes indicate American troops prepared for an extended stay with six days of rations and extra boots.
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America
Seattle
United States
Wilhelm
Hindenburg
France
Nurses Wanted for Red Cross Training in Seattle
A cabled message from France invites trained Red Cross nurses to Seattle. The city will train women in first aid hygiene and dietetics for four to six weeks with hospital practicals. Apply in person at Red Cross head Cobb building 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Courage energy and sacrifice are urged. Meat prices rise as meatless days end and packers push better cuts to 24 cents.
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Red Cross
France
United
Seattle
Red Crosshead- Cobb
Germans Slam American War Patience in Berlin Dispatch
A Berlin dispatch mocks U S confidence arguing Americans have exhausted will and supplies and that the submarine threat will end the conflict in three months. It claims German guns shell Paris fifty miles away dumbfounds the American ordnance department, a jab at Kaiser and U S resolve.
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Berlin
United States
Paris
American Ordnance Department
Washington
Weill
Ordnance Department
Wartime chatter and urges to support the war effort
The article notes Bolshevik activity around Petrograd and Odessa, Trotsky’s call for universal military training, and German operations prompting renewed Russian resolve. It quips about Hoover and Chapman promoting fasting and prayer, urges support for babies, War Savings Stamps, and cites Seattle’s adoption of the war chest plan.
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Russia
Trotsky
Petrograd
Germany
Odessa
Herbert Hoover
Seattle
National War Labor Board Proposed Amid Wartime Plan
A six labor and six capital panel plus Taft and Walsh would form a National War Labor Board to settle industrial disputes during the war. The plan bans strikes and lockouts, supports union rights, approves union shops, and sets living wages with eight hours where law requires, urging government enforcement to avoid delays.
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Taft
Frank P. Walsh
Wilson
National War Labor Board
War Tax On Ball Games Sparks Public Debate
A fragmented 1940s-style column mocks taxation on sports events, noting Washington suspends war tax at ball games and lampooning social humor. It weaves humorous asides about lions, daylight saving, fashion, vaudeville acts, and perceptions of women, reflecting wartime attitudes.
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Washington
Editors Denounce Mob Violence In Strong Letter War
The Star prints editorials condemning mob violence as treason and hypocrisy. A reader replies mocking shipyard workers and jokes about workers, cars and subs, ending with signed name CHAS GAUDY.
Change of Church Service Hour Praised by Pastor
Editor Star thanks the paper for publicizing the shift in church service times at the First Methodist church. The pastor, J. B. Crowther, notes no inconvenience from the change and credits the local press for the smooth adaptation.
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Star
First
J. BE. Crowther
Wilson Speech Warns Against German Empire Soaring
The speaker condemns German aims in Russia and Eastern Europe, arguing their conquest would nullify justice and self determination. He warns that a world ruled by force would force America to arm, risking the loss of freedom and mercy.
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Germany
Russia
Finland
Ukraine
Rumania
Belgium
France
Italy
Baltic Peninsula
Turkey
Europe
Persia
India
Ar East
America
Ihs
Tiz Foot Comfort Soothes Sore Feet
The ad touts Tiz as a magical remedy that relieves tired burning feet by drawing out acids and puffing, reducing corns and blisters. It promises lasting comfort for dancers and walkers, with a 25 cent box available at druggists or department stores.
Germanys vow of force to decide justice and peace
The statement declares force as the sole instrument to enforce justice and peace, claiming ultimate power to make right the world and overturn selfish dominion. It frames force without limit as the righteous path to destiny.
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Germany
America
Nasal Diphtheria A Public Health Menace
The article warns that emphasis on throat diphtheria ignores nasal diphtheria common in children. It may be a direct infection or a mild form causing chronic catarrh. Active cases can spread to the middle ear and cause toxic effects, with paralysis often following nasal diphtheria.
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Welch and Schamberg
Lump in the breast should be evaluated by a medical expert
A lump in the breast may be cancer and should be shown to an expert for diagnosis as soon as it is discovered. Early medical evaluation is advised to determine if further testing is needed and to rule out serious conditions.
Call for More Men to Work in Seattle Shipyards
Lawrence Woods, acting director of the federal employment bureau, announced a drive for workers after a banner across First Ave called for shipyard labor. He warned that the shortage of unskilled labor for shipbuilding is becoming more serious as workers are sought.
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Star
The
Electric
Chas
Seattle
Lawrence Woods
Federal Employment Bureau
First Ave
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the Star Publishing Co
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Arizona
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Hell
Robert H. Marriott
Bremerton, Wash
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