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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1916
Page
1
A chaotic dispute involving O W and allied railroads blocks thousands of tourists and coastal travelers from Seattle. Business leaders urge action as Chamber of Commerce influence wanes and the Commercial Club remains inactive amid calls to curb losses and protect commerce. Public sentiment pins blame on railway tactics threatening millions in revenue.
London dispatch reports a cabinet crisis as Lloyd George is named premier candidate and King George seeks a conciliatory settlement between Asquith and Lloyd George factions. The king summoned the cabinet to Buckingham Palace for talks with Lloyd George, Asquith, Balfour and Henderson.
The Star lays out a bold one-city publicity plan urging Seattle leaders to spend publicity funds on large page ads in Eastern newspapers during peak summer. The idea centers on showing Seattle temperatures and attractions to entice Northeastern readers to visit. The proposal argues this concentrated approach could attract thousands and outpace conventional advertising. It calls for regional Northwest unity after the Northwest tourism ban is lifted.
Prosecutor Lundin delayed filing charges against Renton man Pete Dellahant after Mrs. John Mitchell was shot early Monday. If she dies, manslaughter will be charged. if she recovers, an assault charge will be filed. She is expected to survive. Paper covers to protect automobiles in storage have been invented.
Continued German assaults from the north toward Tergovistea and the Ploiestii region broke Romanian lines around Dokanesht. The official report says the Romanian front was pierced and forces were compelled to retire.
A coalition led by the Pacific Tourist association and including the Chamber of Commerce and Hotel Men's association asks the state legislature for a 100000 advertising appropriation to fund a two year campaign promoting Washington across the East. Oregon may seek similar aid and British Columbia 50000. Ted Daken of the Seattle Ad club plans a fundraising drive to support Seattle advertising from New York to Denver starting in January. The removal of the 17.50 differential is cited as boosting Seattle’s appeal.
Information charging Dr Percival V Allen with murdering his wife Anna Marie Danielson of Minneapolis was expected to be filed late Wednesday after he escaped from a county jail back door Monday. Evidence linked Allen to the Windsor apartments visit, a matching traveling bag, and an automobile owned by Everett as investigators seek to locate the car and confirm murder. Deputy prosecutor Helsell and attorney Melin for the Danielson estate said the case rests on life history details and direct links to the death.
Serbian forces advanced north of Granitza as Bulgarian defenders retreated northward. Franco-Serbian units also reported gains in the same theater. An intense artillery duel raged north of Monastir as fighting continued in the region.
Twenty four hours after Seattle housekeepers raised alarm over the cost of living, egg prices dropped five cents a dozen. Jobbers cut fancy eggs while Eastern eggs fell to 41 cents local storage eggs to 35 to 38 cents. A mass meeting of housewives is set for Friday at 2 pm, with preliminary talks Thursday at the Commercial Club.
A note from Monday's Star introduces a novel titled One Cylinder Sam by E. J. Rath. The piece describes Sam's motor boat with a single cylinder and invites readers to climb in and read the adventure as the story begins.
The report notes Bonar Law and Asquith figures at a conference with Herbert Samuel and Lloyd George taking part. Rumors swirl about the outcome while optimistic voices expect a satisfactory settlement for the Asquith government. London views Lloyd George as the strongest candidate to lead a vigorous ministry.
Lord Northcliffe declares in a written United Press statement that Lloyd George struck a knockout blow to ineffective ministers and will improve Britain's wartime governance. He praises Lloyd George as a rare statesman who understands the United States and anticipates closer Anglo American ties.
A famous explorer asserts that all lions favor the left paw when striking. He notes that when these beasts intend a blow they consistently use their left front limb.
Berlin dispatch via Sayville reports Bucharest and Ploesti have been officially conquered according to the news agency.
Umatilla Oregon official returns show Mrs E E Starcher elected mayor defeating her husband who also ran. Six other women win city posts including clerk and treasurer.
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