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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1917

Page

6

German Agents Round Up Nazi Suspects in Puget Sound Area

Federal agents rounded up a group described as alien enemies linked to Northwest intrigue. Ernest Leybold and others, including Hans Crow, were arrested near Long Lake three miles west of the Puget Sound navy yard. Authorities searched a Long Lake summer home and a U S station in Seattle. officials declined to reveal details.

Leyboild Dorn Leybold Alvo Vonleben Long Lake Puget Sound Navy Yard Iron von Alvensieben Wilson Portland Bold Hans Crow Lum Run George F. Schloeter Yester U.S Ton Station Union Long E. R Espion Puget Foundry Fed Alvensieben Seattle John Montague

Slacker Exemption Lines Drawn Amid Army Debate

Officials vow to tighten lines around those avoiding service under the Selective Service law. Thomas Piie denounces foreigners granted exemption and urges conscription drives as battle lines form over who must serve. Russians with exemption status noted in debate.

Thomas Piie Ail 2

Canadians Get Tough Air on Draft Exemptions

Officials press to deny many exemptions for war material industries arguing only essential workers should be spared. Seattle boards focus on protecting production while warning against fraudulent claims that hurt others, with emphasis on married status not guaranteeing exemption.

Proctor Seattle

Teacher Canton Selected for Army Rally Amid Scruples

Gerard T Canton a Broadway high school political economy teacher was certified for military service despite his conscientious scruples. The board cited his alleged slack behavior and derogatory remarks about the government stirring a full investigation led by Nathan Eckstein and Superintendent Cooper with possible removal if charges hold.

Gerard T. Canton Broadway High School Canton Division 8 John J. Sullivan Board of Education Nathan Eckstein Cooper Eckstein

Workmen's Circle Excursion to Delano Beach Sunday

The Workmen's Circle of Seattle plans a Sunday excursion to Delano beach aboard the chartered steamer Tourist leaving Colman dock at a.m. The trip features dancing on the boat and at the beach and various sport contests. A 5,000,000 can jam order from the war department is noted as a rush hour detail near First and Pike.

Workmen's Circle of Seattle Delano Beach Colman Dock War Department

Seattle Reports 4300 Best Youths Ready for War

Seattle will send about 4300 young men to Uncle Sam's forces as the draft quota fills and troops camp at Camp Lewis. Estimates drawn from navy marine corps naval militia and Adjutant General records show Seattle contributors across infantry coast artillery signal corps medical corps naval militia and ambulance units with select service totals around 1456 plus volunteers from University of Washington and local naval training. Officials say exact numbers are hard to pin down due to shifting addresses and nonsegregated recruiting records. Seattle is contributing a sizable share to both sea and land forces.

Crowder Washington Seattle Uncle Sam Camp Lewis Navy Marine Corps Naval Militia Thompson Washington Second Infantry Washington Coast Artillery Washington Signal Corps Washington Medical Corps Naval University of Washington Regular Army Army Pionéer Building Wundreda Marine Corps Office Gen. Thompson

Wilson Signs Food Bill as Trust Is Found

President Wilson signs the food control bill into law as the federal trade commission presents Hoover with evidence of an alleged attempt to corner California tomato canneries. Hoover expects state enforcement chiefs and full authority to act, with food control likely ordered nationwide soon.

United Press Washington Wilson Federal Trade Commission Herbert Hoover California Hoover House Senate

Fire Destroys Fish at San Juan Wharf

Fire at the San Juan Fish Co. wharf damaged the stock stored in the warehouse lower jets and destroyed the three story roof. The blaze occurred at about 1 o clock Friday morning at Stacy street foot. Loss estimated at $1,000 with fish ruined by water.

San Juan Fish Co Stacy At Jotoken

Bargain Basement Economies in Boys' Wearables

A catalog note advertises a varied assortment to aid selection with striped patterns, all white options, and soft or starched cuffs. Available sizes range from 14 to 17, promoting value in boys clothing.

Seattle stores to close at 7 P M Saturdays

Clerks in shoe clothing furnish ing and jewelry trades in Seattle vote to end a late closing schedule. The newly formed union asks the public to support the 7 P M Saturday closing trial to allow time for personal use. If public response fails the longer hours may return.

Seattle

Hallelujah I'm a Bum Airmen Tune Echoes In War Time

A wartime narrator recalls airmen in a camp where laughter and song mix with dangerous missions. The boys scramble on improvised courts while pilots Pat and others engage in fierce aerial combat, reflecting youth, humor, and fear in wartime morale.

The Bon Marche Promotes New Phoenix Silk Hose and White Gloves

New shipments arrive for Phoenix Silk Hose in black white and fall shades with lisle garter tops seamless feet and full fashioned toes. Gloves offered in two clasp styles in sizes 5 1/4 to 7 3/4 are available in white with embroidered backs and color accents. Also showcased are white garments sizes 2 to 16 years and lightweight suits with low necks and trimmed cuffs.

Phoenix Copenhagen

Saturday in the Children's Shoe Section

Children's Novelty Shoes in tan calf or patent leather with elk leather tops offered in sizes 5 to 8 1 2 at 2.50 per pair plus misses calf strap slippers priced at 2 25 and available in sizes 11 14 to 2. Durable strap slippers feature a dull finish calf leather and leather bow with light-weight soles for easy fit.

Shoes for Boys and Girls From the Regular Shoe Shop

Regular Shoe Shop offers tennis oxfords at $1.75 and boys shoes at $2.75 per pair. Leather options in sizes 2 1/4 to 5 1/2 emphasize durability for mothers seeking value. Also white canvas styles at $2.00 with white rubber soles, available in sizes 2 1/4 to 6. Main floor Bon Marche.

Oxfords BON Marche

Carry Home Specials in the Grocery and Delicatessen

Mixed Pickling Spices a pound 25 cents to use for pickling. Whole Stick Cinnamon a pound 55 cents. White Mustard Seed a pound 5 cents. Del Monte Tomatoes No 3 can per can 17 2 cents. Mayflower Coffee 25 cents a pound roast ed fresh daily. California Strained Honey a pound 25 cents. Small Dill Pickles a quart 20 cents. Bon Marche Peanut Butter a pound 15 cents. Jiffy Jelly quick dessert. Saturday only. Fourth Floor Bon Marche.

del Monte Bon Marche

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