No Word from Deutschland After Atlantic Crossing
Berlin reports that the German submarine Deutschland has not been heard from since leaving the Virginia capes on August 2. United Press learns sources say sixteen days were needed to cross the Atlantic to Baltimore and part of that time was spent dodging hostile warships. The delay suggests a roundabout return voyage.
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Former Commandant Praises Puget Sound Yard Progress
Rear Admiral W H Whiting United States Navy retired visited the Puget Sound Navy Yard at Bremerton and praised its improvements over 20 years saying it is the best place in the United States. He served as fire chief and commandant at Bremerton and now lives in Berkeley California.
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Puget Sound Navy Yard
Bremerton
United States
Schoolboy Wizard Tennis Sensation
Newport Maine Aug. 16 Harold Throckmorton, a schoolboy tennis marvel, defeated seasoned players Richard Stevens and W. J. Clothier to win yesterday’s tournament. F. T. Hunter of New York also performed well.
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Harold Throckmorton
Richard Stevens
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F. T. Hunter
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Coliseum Theatre Team Defeats Bellevue 8 to 1
The Coliseum team won again Sunday by beating Bellevue with a decisive 8 to 1 score. The victory marks another strong showing for Coliseum in their latest match.
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Bellevue
Alkali in Soap Bad for the Hair
An advertisement warns against alkali in soaps and shampoos, urging use of refined coconut oil for cleansing hair. It claims coconut oil provides rich lather, moisturizes scalp, and leaves hair soft, lustrous, and easy to manage. Coconut oil is cheap and available at pharmacies for family use.
Hughes Appeals to Large Audience on National Strength
The speech criticizes the current administration for delays and missteps in military and naval readiness. It urges a strong, efficient national defense, better working conditions, and unity across regions while stressing economic independence and prudent tariffs. It cites Mexico and Alaska as policy touchpoints and calls for trained diplomats.
The Backless Gown Attracts Attention
A bold backless gown draws notice at a social event, sparking chatter among attendees and onlookers about fashion daring and modern style. The simple design emphasizes silhouette and confidence in a contemporary dress trend.
Stefansson to Stay in North Nome Expedition Proceeds to Ottawa
Stefansson will remain in the Arctic this season with Dr. Rudolph Anderson and the original party, headed for Ottawa with 30 tons of specimens and scientific data. Anderson calls the new land a second Greenland, noting 200 miles of shoreline traced and high interior mountains. The group plans to compile results in Ottawa, with some members planning to stay out while Anderson may return later.
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Austrian bombs near U S staff hit Venice consulate
Austrian air raiders narrowly missed the United States consulate at Venice as bombs exploded within about 30 yards of the building. United States Consul B Harvey Carroll and his staff were present during the raid and escaped injury.
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TALK PROBATION IN STATE OFFICERS CONFERENCE
State probation officers wrapped a three day Seattle conference with sessions and programs. C F Muckler of Tacoma led the meetings as officers met at the Girls Parental home on Ravenna Heights for luncheon and concluded with a Wednesday picnic at the Boys Parental home on Mercer Island.
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Mercer Island
C. F. Muckler
Tacoma
Ww C T U Meet at Mrs Guest Home
The Capitol Hill W C T U will meet at Mrs. George A. Guest residence, 1246 17th Avenue North, Thursday at 2 pm.
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Mra. Geo. A. Guest
17Th Ave. N
Regular Fellow at the Seattle Press Club
Presidential candidate Charles E. Hughes spoke to a crowd at the Seattle Press Club after the arena meeting, presenting himself as a regular fellow. He joked about the occasional need to admit he is not human and recalled enjoying the Seattle fair and the slogan I’ll be there.
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Seattle
Charlies
EF. Hughes
Seattle Press Club
Hughes
Landon Speech Fills Hughes Overflow Meeting Crowd
At the Hughes overflow meeting a crowded street in front of the Arena heard Senator Dan Landon a Republican candidate for Congress call for a forward looking spirit and social and industrial rights as essential to prosperity. Walter McKay entertained the crowd with song.
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French Thwart German Recon Parties in Champagne Front
Paris Aug 16 The war office says French forces dispersed German reconnoitering parties in Champagne last night and the front remained generally calm. Northeast of Verdun bombardments occurred on several sectors and German planes bombarded Belfort with no casualties reported.
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Civil War veterans picnic eyed as Northwest record crowd
About 3,000 Civil War veterans and relatives are expected at the Woodland park picnic and camp fire Thursday. An extended program features patriotic music and retold war tales around a fireside at night. President Hastie predicts the largest Civil War veterans gathering in the Northwest.
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A. W. Hastie
Northwest
Governor Lister urges August 19 as country registration day
Gov Lister urges rural turnout for the next general election by designating Saturday August 19 as country registration day. He spoke in Olympia emphasizing farmers and rural residents should register that weekend while criticizing out of town voters as backward on voting.
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Olympia
Hughes vows not to shrink from war in defense of rights
Tacoma August 16 Presidential Candidate Hughes told a large audience at the Stadium he would not shrink from war in enforcing American rights abroad. He focused most of his speech on the tariff.
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Hughes
England May Withhold Germany Reparation Demands
Premier Asquith stated in the house of commons that England may not resume diplomatic relations with Germany after the war until Germany provides full reparation for the execution of Captain Fryatt and other alleged outrages.
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Germany
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House of Commons
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