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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1917

Page

2

Reynolds helps end car strike as mediator and arbiter

Reynolds, called by Leonard, plays key role in breaking the carmen strike. He prompts offers for conciliation, meets with Stone & Webster reps, and arranges a secret path to peace. He then helps push arbitration for a fair wage and eight hour day, aiming to conclude in ten days.

Reynolds Leonard James A Carmen Star Rey Suzzalio Council of Defense Duncan G. Bradlee Stone & Webster Asa Bradlee F. Suzzalio Ice Caldwell Luz Dykeman Cald Stone & Webster Hoge Traction Company Rainier Club Washington Arbitration Board

Kerniloff Named Russian Commander In Chief After Brusiloff Resigns

Brusiloff resigns as commander in chief of Russian armies and Gen. Kerniloff, who led the Galicia offensive, is named his successor. Kerniloff enforces strict discipline including orders banning soldiers meetings and threatening execution. Tcherimisof becomes southeast front commander. In Paris, Lafayette Escadrille pilots report air mastery with 20 miles behind German lines. Weather and artillery duels continue on other fronts.

Hy United Prees Petrograd Brusiloff Kerniloff Lemberg A. A. Brusiloff Galicia Hilica Ivanoff Russia Brustloff Alexieff Paris Lafayette Belgium Brayeen-Lavennois Cro Craonne Chemin Des Dames War Office Allemente Rheims Meuse Avecourt Apremont Korniloff

Gulls Seize Wagon Load of Bad Fish Near Green Bay

In Green Bay Wisconsin a trio of gulls nabbed a wagon load of spoiled fish in a swift three minute raid. Fishermen reported the incident and warned of occasional pilferage near the harbor.

Green Bay Wis

Russian Armies Reformed Strike with Determination

Russian forces in Galicia show reform and renewed vigor as three areas halt Austro German advances while others launch counter moves. Kerensky reportedly rallied loyal elements from a fragmented base to renewed resolve. The German push concentrates along the Zborez frontier river over about forty miles with crossings at several points. Tremobowla reports a partial Russian advance gaining ground.

Galicia Torn Kerensky Zborez Tremobowla

Open Shop Clause Push Drives Union Vote Victory

Edward McMorrow and James A. Duncan explained the open shop clause as the union presses for compulsory dues and affiliation. A secret ballot produced 880 to 32 in favor of ratifying the agreement as 850 laborers stood and cheered in Moose Hall before a parade to the Labor Temple.

Edward McMorrow James A. Duncan Duncan Carmen McMorrow Moose Hall Labor Temple Crary Building

Costumes and Dresses Offered in Various Colors

A listing describes costumes priced at 2.65 and a selection of striped coats and skirts along with linen and cotton one piece dresses in white and multiple colors. Available sizes cover women and misses.

Misses Fiber Silk Sweaters and Coats Ad

Fiber Silk Sweater Coats and Misses sweaters offered in solid colors and white combinations. Sizes 14 to 20. Prices around 5.95. Natty garments suitable for fall wear.

Wool Check Suits in Late Summer Models

Readable notes describe $3.45 wool check suits featuring pleated coat and all-around girdle belt trim at the waist. Pink or tan checks available in sizes for women and misses.

Women’s Fiber Silk Sweaters Offered in Several Styles

A regional retailer lists women’s fiber silk sweaters at 6.55 with styles including pleated or pinch back and belt options. Variants feature plain coats, color combinations, and sizes range from 36 to 46.

Manager Bean Makes Charges as Tacoma Street Strike Ends

TACOMA Aug 2 The Tacoma street car strike ends after the men ratified a prearranged agreement. A five member committee met manager Bean over reinstatement of seven dismissed carmen. Bean charged seven men but did not cite union activity. Five were reinstated. two remain to be decided by the arbitration committee.

Carmen Rean Tacoma

Lace Curtain Corner Sale at Bon Marche Third Floor

1 000 Lace and Scrim Curtain Corners offered at 30 cents each. Suitable for sash curtains or small windows. White cream or Arab colors, many pieces match in pairs. Bon Marche Third Floor.

80c Blouses At Bon Marche Featured Again

Dainty summer blouses return at the Bon Marche with 80c prices on sport styles in plaid voiles and organdie trims. The sale invites previous buyers and friends to Friday's event offering voile and organdy waists with lace embroidery and other fabrics on the second floor.

Phoenix Silk Stockings and Vests at Bon Marche Sale

Silk stockings offered as seconds at 69 cents and 49 cents a pair in black with reinforced features and sizes 8 to 10 or 14 to 24. Vests sold 17 cents each or three for 50 cents with low necks and sleeveless designs. Girls and boys clothing includes ribbed cotton suits and knitted options, on the upper main floor of the Bon Marche.

Phoenix

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