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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1917

Page

3

Haig Reports Limited Actions on Western Front

Field Marshal Haig stated the main fighting centered at Langemarck where Allies cleared a strong obstacle before their new line. He noted raids north of Gouzeaucourt and southwest of Halluch, marking the day’s notable combat activity.

United Press London Langemarck Field Marshal Haig Gouzeaucourt Halluch

If You Value Your Watch Let Us Repair It

Advertisement notes a watch repair service offering quick restoration and safe handling of timepieces. Details emphasize expert workmanship and reliability for valued watches.

Liberty

Speed Record Set by This Drafted Man

George Hockins of Alameda California arrived in Seattle from Alaska on August 18, was registered August 21 by Executive Whitney of Division 6, drawn for service August 25, posted for examination August 27, waived five days August 28, passed examination and was certified the same day, and left for Alameda that night. He said, Things always happen to me quickly. Just luck. When do I go.

George Hockins Paru Alameda Cal Seattle Alaska Whitney Division Adjutant General

Honored Draft Exempts Men Ahead of Septem

Sixteen married men denied exemptions by local draft boards were granted relief on dependency grounds by the district board of appeals. Industrial and agricultural discharges were issued to several, with several others certified into army service. The board debated further cases, including Archie Strange’s denial of exemption for indispensability to the secret service, and cases involving language barriers and occupation claims.

District Board of Appeals Tuesaday Ephraim Be. Charland Vance C. Gribble Walter Dench George 8 de Laffe Harry BR. Wetmore Harry C. Rude Fred Jensen Chapin Denamore Archie N. Starrett George B Murdock Walter A. Heath Edward K. Taylor Karl Krogstad Fred W. Horton William J. Leybrandt Orin HH. Bevehing Victor McTotten Richard F. Coleman Wallace C Fahelman Clarence L. Moore W. B Younberg Harvey Thrasher Wandell J. Nugent Samuel Phillipa James A. Mellagh King County William McCall Donald L. Peppan Seattle J. E. Johnson Heyward W. Donahue Edward Smith John Anderson Alfred Wather John James Budd Roy Edward Guppy John J. Cueworth Walter Hoefiing Henry Holland M. Dullo Harold ©. Beal Harold Jensen John Joseph Laipple Peter Lamelis Samuel Packer Edwart C. Cunningham Russell Hubert Lawson Simon le Roy Minor Frederick G. Wefer Max Kornbrum Stuart H. Wright Ivar Hanson Matthew Pretrick Laarle Thomas Turner Harold Wesley Crown Archie Strange Secret Service Secret Service of the United States Pershing

Rail Employes Threaten Counter Revolution Tactics

Moscow dispatch reports M Orekhoff, chief spokesman for railroad workers, warning of a growing counter revolution in Russia. He said workers would strike to paralyze communications if cadet led plans move toward reaction, and urged unity to block opposition within the national conference.

William G. Shepherd United Press Moscow Russia M. Orekhoff Orekhof Millicouff Duma

Northwest Shorthand Reporting School Ad

Awaiting you and Tucker back away from street noise. Practical business ethics course described as practical comprehensive and far reaching. Graduates earn from $100 per month to $3000 per year. organized a little over three years. Specialties include shorthand touch typewriting bookkeeping civil service reporting. Arcade Place.

Tucker

Seattle to Honor 16 Married Men in Army Mobilization

The King County Council for Patriotic Service plans a September 4 celebration for Seattle and King County men certified for service. A dance at the Hippodrome and a vaudeville show at the Arena will honor all selected men with free badges for entertainments. Mobilization details shift to start September 6 for Seattle’s first 5 percent quota, delaying other counties by five days.

Adjt Maurice Thompson King County Council For Patriotic Service National Army Seattle King County American Lake Hippodrome Musicians’ Union Frank Gates

When Favorite Foods Upset Stomachs Try Bisurate Magnesia

If some foods upset your stomach do not quit eating them or use pepsin or soda after meals. Take a tea spoonful of Bisurate Magnesia in half a glass of hot water after eating. The hot water increases stomach blood supply and the magnesia neutralizes excess acid, aiding digestion. It is not a laxative and is harmless with continued use. Obtain Bisurate Magnesia at dry stores and use only this form.

Do the Obvious Thing and Remedy Dental Defects

The article urges readers suffering from heartburn indigestion or bad breath to stop using cheap medicines that hide symptoms and instead have dental defects corrected. It promises free examination and estimates for top quality dental work and invites contact for a cost surprise.

Death of Alma Matson Under Auto Hit Investigation

County coroner Dr. C. C. Tiffin opened an inquiry into the death of Alma Matson a 32 year old logger who was struck by a car and later brought to the city hospital by a man named Brown. Officials say records were not properly kept and Matson and Brown’s identities are unclear.

Alma Matson Brown Tiffin Matson

Refined Atmosphere Menus Suit Your Pocketbook

Advert describes music and dancing with dinner at Hotel Butler offering refined atmosphere and budget-friendly menus aligned to patrons' pocketbooks.

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