Seattle Wins Bid for Skagit Hydroelectric Bond Issue
Seattle won unanimous approval from the capital issues committee to issue 5.5 million dollars in bonds for developing the Skagit hydroelectric plant. Mayor Hanson and city officials hailed the decision as a major step toward municipal water power, with 300,000 horsepower and Seattle’s future electricity from its own plant.
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Washington, D. C
Seattle
Capital Issues Committee
Skagit
San Francisco
Stone-Webster
Hangon
Northwest
C. J. Shep
Federal Reserve Bank
Manson F. Backus
Washington
Seattle Building Owners’ Association
David Whitcomb
Bolton
Hanson
Seattie
Caldwell
Fitzgerald
Thomson
Na Capital
J. D. Ross
Ross
Meier
Hugh Caldwell
Skagit Project
Light Rosa
Skagit Power Co
Department of Agriculture
Holton
Four Year Old Orator to Visit Seattle
A youthful California born speaker, Knox Price, age four, will tour Seattle for patriotic meetings next week. He has previously aided Red Cross drives in Los Angeles and San Diego and spoke before 12,000 in San Francisco. The article also covers Seattle power bond plans, Skagit project progress, and city efforts to secure low cost power for postwar industry.
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Knox Price
FE. C Price
San Francisco
California
Seattle
Master Knox
Los Angeles
San Diego
San Francisco Civic Auditorium
Classifieds look for rent or help in The Star
The Northwest paper notes a large daily audience for The Star and invites readers to place requests for items to rent or buy or for assistance by phone.
This Ought to Be Record for Long Distance Weddings
Cairo August 1 Miss Emily Orsi of Cairo Egypt and Enaign Rudolph Winsor of Great Lakes Illinois began a long distance wedding to set a record for 4000 miles and three months. An interchange of licenses precedes two proxy ceremonies with Mrs Winsor traveling to Chicago for final marriage.
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Cairo
Emily Orsi
Egypt
Enaign
Rudolph Winsor
Great Lakes
Winsor
Chicago
Haig Reports Successful Raid Near Lens
Marshal Haig said Allied forces conducted a successful raid last night in the vicinity of Lens with artillery activity described as ongoing. The report emphasizes operational success and ongoing engagement in the area.
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London
Marshal Haig
Lens
Entry is Starting Aid to Russia is On
Entry confirms new aid measures to Russia are active. The note signals policy shift and potential effects on diplomacy and aid distribution. No further details provided about scope or recipients.
Allied aid drive to Russia underway with allied troops
Dispatches report United States Japan and England have quietly sent troops to Vladivostok to support a broader aid program for Russia. Japan has agreed to the American plan for economic aid and to shield allied interests during its rollout. Final official word from Japan on minor points is awaited.
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Washington
Russia
United States
Japan
England
Atlanta Telegraphers Protest Mass Dismissals
On the first day of government control of wires Western Union in Atlanta faced a protest from operators over dismissals. The company allegedly maintained a hard line against union men as Postmaster General Burleson urged cooperation between workers and management while an official inquiry would determine subsequent actions.
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Atlanta
Washington
David J. Lewis
Western Union
Burleson
Wires Under U.S. Control Estimated at Midnight Shift
Government takes control of telegraph telephone and cable lines as thousands of Seattle workers from private firms report to offices. Officials say no definite status details yet and Postmaster Pattle has not received word on postal system takeover.
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Uncle Sam
Boas
Seattle
Hello
Edgar Pattle
Los Angeles Workers Salute Government Control
Telegraph instruments fell silent as government control began at the Postal Telegraph Co offices in Los Angeles. Operators and employees paused for a minute in salute toward the east.
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Los Angeles
Telegraph Instrumenta
The
Postal Telegraph Co
New Draft Bill to Come Up Next Week
Secretary Baker announced that a new manpower bill changing the draft age will be introduced in Congress early next week. Nearly all details have been worked out.
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Washington
Congress
Baker
Morgan Buys New York Evening Post
Oswald Garrison Villard and other stockholders announced today the sale of the New York Evening Post to Thomas W. Lamont of J P Morgan & Co. The paper will be operated by the present editorial staff.
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New York
New York Evening Post
Oswald Garrison Villard
Thomas W. Lamont
J. P. Morgan & Co
Villard
Rancher near death after cattle stampede
SUREKA Aug. 1 James Dawkins, a prominent ranch owner, was at the point of death today after being trampled when a herd of 290 cattle stampeded.
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Sureka
James Dawkins
State of Ollie James Improves at Johns Hopkins
Aug 1 reports progress in United States Senator Ollie James of Kentucky as his physicians at Johns Hopkins Hospital note a marked improvement in his condition during treatment.
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Baltimore
United States
Ollie James
Kentucky
Johns Hopkins Hospital
A Plain Case of War Economy for the Board of Public Works
The editorial urges war economy in Rainier avenue paving by choosing concrete to save thousands. It recalls a prior shift from brick to concrete saving nearly half a million dollars and calls for a delegation to press conservation as bids are opened. It warns the city must set an example and not waste funds.
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Board of Public Works
Rainier Ave
Barton St
57Th Ave. S
Laurence Colman
John P. Hartman
Rainier
Diver Attacks Near U S Coast
An American steamer reported an encounter with a submarine about 160 miles off Sandy Hook. The U boat fired two torpedoes, both missed. The submarine was observed at close range and photo guns fired. some believed a hit was scored.
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Atlantic
Sandy Hook
Ames Gets 14 Ships in U S Shipyard Contracts
Washington reports the U S Shipping Board let contracts for 26 steel cargo vessels and 10 tugboats in the week ending July 27. Among the awards are 14 vessels to Ames Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Co., Beattie- details indicate continued ship production for wartime needs.
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Washington
Veasela
U. S. Shipping Board
Ames Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Co
Beattie
Long Distance Guns Bombard Austrians
A Rome dispatch reports Italian long range artillery opened bombardment of reserve positions behind Austrian lines in Italy. Barracks north of Montello were destroyed and enemy encampments dispersed and driven from the area.
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Washington
Italy
Rome
Montello
Germany replies to U S on prisoners exchange
Amsterdam dispatches report Germany has replied favorably to America’s invitation for a conference on exchanging military and civil prisoners. The note comes as part of diplomatic exchanges ahead of possible talks.
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Germany
U. S
Amsterdam
Herlin
King of Italy to Welcome U S Troops
King Victor Emanuel will review American troops in Northern Italy as Diaz issues a special order announcing their arrival. Local towns greet the soldiers with enthusiasm as Italian armies join the field.
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KING
Italy
U. S
Victor Examanuel
Diaz
Fresh U S Troops Welcomed by King at British Seaports
London reports King George greeted new American contingents landing at multiple British ports. The monarch praised the troops for joining allied efforts in the battle for human freedom and expressed best wishes and a desire to shake each hand.
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U. S
King
London
King George
British Isles
Austrians Prepare Counter Offensive in Albania
A Valona dispatch reports Austrian forces bolstering the entire Albanian front in preparation for a counter offensive.
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Rome
Albania
Valona
Thrift Stamp A Day Keeps The Hunt Away
A concise note suggesting daily thrift stamp use to deter or avoid a hunt or pursuit, framed as a light moral or promotional line. The fragmentary text implies a routine practice linked to avoiding pursuit. The source shows playful or policy language without additional context.
U S Casualty List Growth Warns of Heavier Losses
United Press reports the expanding casualty lists reflect the shock of early great losses and the nation faces higher figures. As of July end American casualties total just over 14 000 for the war, with seven divisions in action and replacement units bringing the potential exposure to 700 000 troops.
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Waspinatos
America
Elas
Uhene
Soissons Rheims
Fochs Advance Gains 18 Miles in French Counteroffensive
United Press dispatch from France reports Gen. De Goutte praising American troops for fighting well between the Ource and the Marne while German reserves are diverted. He notes nine enemy divisions moved to the front near Soissons and Rheims as Franco American forces advance about 50 kilometers since the campaign began.
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United Press
France
Ource
Marne
de Goutte
America
Hindenburg
Soissons
Rheims
Allied Reserves Surpass Germans in Numbers
London August 1 reports that for the first time this year the Allied reserves are numerically stronger than German reserves, though German forces overall remain larger in total numbers.
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London
Lloyd George Speech Declares Hun Aims Foiled
In London Lloyd George says the enemy fights to impose economic terms on the allies but will never succeed. He asserts Allied unity and determination in the face of aggression.
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London
Lloyd George
Greeks Ready 150000 Man Army for Salonika Campaign
London dispatch reports a Greek army of 150000 is prepared to enter the field with four divisions forming at Salonika. The force mobilizes as tensions rise in the region.
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London
Salonika
Kaiser’s pro German proclamation boasts about U boats
Amsterdam dispatch reports Kaiser Wilhelm praising German U-boats while insisting American troops cannot deter victory. He asserts the foe’s will to destruction will be broken and calls for continued sacrifice as vital Allied forces stream across the sea.
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Acreas
German peace offensive rumor tied to open letter
London dispatch reports Foreign Minister Von Kuehlmann and former Chancellor Von Blethmann Hollweg seen in Holland per the Mall. The note hints at a possible renewal of a German peace initiative in connection with Lord Lansdowne’s open letter urging renewed discussions.
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London
von Kuehlmann
von Blethmann-Hollweg
Holland
Lord Lansdowne
Kuehlmann
Bethmann Hollweg
Allies Advance On Frontal Fronts In World War Summary
United Press reports American troops stormed heights between Beringes and Sergy near Soissons and Rheims front gains continue. British raid near Lens. Villers Bretonneux sees activity. Merris Meteren bombarded. Meuse raids fail at Verdun. King Victor Emmanuel to review reinforcements. Austria food crisis reportedly easing. Bulgaria faces typhoid outbreak. Dutch rumor of Kuehlmann and Bethmann Hollweg arrival.
War Lord Nears Truth at Last
New York reports the Kaiser publicly acknowledges American involvement in fighting Germany. The article notes Berlin tried to hide U S participation but Kaiser's proclamation concedes Americans have numerical superiority and proves standard claims of American strength.
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Germany
New York
Berlin
America
Killing of Teuton May Awake Russia
London report says the assassination of Field Marshal Von Eichhorn may spark a new awakening in Russia against German tyranny. The Daily Express calls it a sign of storm clouds gathering in Russia against the Germans.
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London
Field Marshal von Eichhorn
Russia
The
Daily Express
Von Falkenhausen Named for Eichhorn Post?
Amsterdam August 1 Gen Von Falkenhausen governor general of Belgium has been summoned to imperial headquarters by the Kaiser It is probable he will be appointed to succeed the late Gen Von Eichhorn at Kiev
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Amsterdam
von Falkenhausen
Belgium
von Eichhorn
Kieff
Germany Mobilizes Man Power Across Krupps Force
The Hague reports Germany is calling up all usable men. Of about 200,000 Krupps employees, 30,000 to 40,000 are said to have been drafted into military service.
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The
Hague
Germany
Russians Planned to Get More Huns
Copenhagen reports Field Marshal Eichhorn was assassinated in Kiev Ukraine and a broad plot aimed to kill him and five other German leaders along with Hetman Skoropadsky. Many revolutionists have been arrested and German officers in Kiev are heavily guarded.
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Copenhagen
Eichhorn
Kieff
Ukrainia
Hetman Skoropadsky
Prisoners say Germany lost as Allies gain strength
German officers and men taken near Merris Morlancourt and east of Amiens report low spirits after the crown prince's failure and Gen Foch's reply. They admit scarce supplies and ammunition, difficulty in recruiting, and growing desire for peace as Allied power increases each week.
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France
Merris
Morlancourt
Amiens
Foch
Ludendorff
Huns Try to Dig In on New Front
German attempt to hold the line near Seringes is reported as they rush to dig in under intensified Allied artillery. An alleged consolidation of shell holes in the village outskirts was halted by American mortars, with casualties for the enemy.
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France
Seringes
Allied forces push German lines across large Rheims salients
Allied troops attacked three sectors of the sans Rheims pocket and cleared Meuniere wood. American units appeared on the east side of the tent and moved toward the Ardre near Ville en Tardenois. French and American advances were reported along a wide front from Saponay to Bligny with progress near Rheims and Verdun.
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Ward
sans-Rheims
Cramoiselie
Portant
Meuniere
Cente
Ardre
Ville-en-Tardenois
Rheims
Montdidier
Verdun
Saponay
Chateau
Fere-en-Tardenois
D'Arcy Wood
Ges
Bligny
Courmont Road
Gosoncourt
Gion
Capture Hill and Hun Post by French Forces in Front Line Action
Aug 1 48 a Gen Mangin reports French army attacked between Fere en Tardenois and Sier-Hulen advancing ten miles front. Hill east of Grand Rozoy taken and Fismes visible from the northwest area. Moiselle four miles northwest of Fere en Tardenois captured. At press time the attack continues. Germans renew heavy artillery activity near Rheims and Didier while trying surprise raids along the Meuse and Chaume wood fronts.
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Mangin
Fere-en-Tardenois
sier-Hulen
Grand Rozoy
Fismes
Moiselle
Thertillery
Rheims
Didier
Meuse
Chaume Wooding
American Troops Advance in Soissons-Rheims Salient
American forces renewed attacks in France on August 1 at the apex of the allied advance along the Soissons-Rheims line. Doughboys moved behind an American smoke screen and a sequence of heavy rolling artillery barrages to push forward at the heights between Seringes Sergy.
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France
Soissons-Rheims Salient
Seringes Sergy
New German Army Thrown Into Fight
London reports a new German army under Gen. Von Eben has been thrust into the Soissons Rheims pocket, agency sources said today.
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London
von Eben
Soissons-Rheims
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