20 Apr 1916
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1916
Page
1
The Washington note explains that the word altogether signals emphasis not scope and outlines possible steps if Germany delays. It discusses embassy recalls, potential passports, and the unlikely immediate wartime involvement while mobilizing Allied support via American credit and arms production.
A Star reporter’s probe describes police raid on Chinatown tea shop 670 Weller and the Celestial Mothers Sewing Circle. Inspector Powers leads a raid into a basement beneath an empty chest, uncovering a hidden basement with a lottery operation. circle members flee as officers search for evidence. Scenes of provocation and confusion follow as the raid continues.
Paris reports Russian troops have landed at Marseilles as Gen Joffre sends best wishes to units deployed to France for the Occidental front. Censor limits numbers. destination likely Verdun or another western sector. A separate incident notes H Berger injured by a car of the Japanese American Produce Co. at 20th Ave and Yealer Way.
Two men are killed over a franc claimed by inheritance as a clever crook and a savvy female accomplice try to seize the wealth. The mystery unfolds showing the franc's true value as one million francs in Arnold Fredericks's detective tale in The Star.
London reports the British cabinet crisis is averted and all differences over the conscription issue settled. A statement on the agreement is being prepared. The compromise reportedly postpones general conscription for two months to allow the volunteer system to meet army manpower needs.
Bud Fisher the creator of Mutt and Jeff is involved in court action with Hearst over rights. The cartoon duo take a short break and will resume their usual laughs on page 7 of The Star.
Berlin notes reach the American embassy as Ambassador Gerhard plans to hand the note to Foreign Minister Von Jagow. In Washington, Von Bernstorff meets with Secretary Lansing to avert a break, aiming to align German submarine policy with American law and humanity. U S marines guard wireless stations. Germany's reply due by Monday.
London officials expect a diplomatic break with Germany and see war as a strong possibility as Berlin pursues its submarine warfare. British newspapers diverge on the impact of President Wilson's note, some predicting eventual war while others see strategic value for the Allies in keeping the United States out.
Berlin reports 600 yards of British trenches between Ypres and Lange marck captured by German forces. One hundred and nine men surrendered and two machine guns were taken. French attacks in Cassette forest failed with heavy casualties, per the war office.
April 20 report warns of crop danger as cold snap hits North Yakima with temperatures around 26 degrees above zero. The frost endangers fruit crops and prompts growers to take protective measures.
American expeditionary units north of Satevo remain in place as Gen. Hugh Scott chief of staff and Gen. Fred Funston plan changes after a report to Secretary Baker. Carranzista hostility cited. further movement south of Satevo uncertain. Troops face water and fodder shortages amid scarce grazing land.
Gen Scott travels from Washington to Army headquarters in San Antonio to lay groundwork for possible American troop withdrawal from Mexico. The Villa hunt stalls and Funston seeks expansion of the expedition while the Parral incident raises risk. Carranza suggests withdrawal, Amb Arredondo denies immediate action.
The Vancouver Dredging and Salvage Co plans summer operations to raise the Ohio wrecked seven years ago in Carter bay Alaska. The project aims to recover the vessel and assess salvage options for the site.
The Star reports a Charlie Chaplin parade Saturday in front of the Metropolitan theatre with $75 in prizes. First prize is $25 cash from John Hamrick, second a $25 watch from Tom North, third a $25 suit from Chauncey Wright. Entry is open to anyone who can imitate Chaplin and costumes a derby cane and pants.
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