Germany Finds Jobs for Soldiers and Women in Berlin
In Berlin a government employment bureau coordinates jobs for demobilized soldiers and women leaving war work. About 60,000 women are registered. only about 10 percent receive jobs daily as queues form for 25 craft departments. Separate divisions cover men and women, with wages ranging from four to eight marks, plus child allowances. Troops face priority of employment, with plans to redirect unemployed men to roadwork, canal upkeep, and farming. Soup kitchens supplied meals under city supervision, showcasing efficient relief amid demobilization.
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Edward M. Thibrey
N. B
Berlin
Ger
Ruckerstrasse
Palith Kinener
Greater
James Grack
America
Vienna
Society Women
Herlin
Walla Walla and Seattle News Roundup
Repair plans for the Grand Trunk Pacific dock are announced by Capt. C H Nicholson of Vancouver. Salvage from the Mariposa and a large salmon cargo from Alaska arrive in Seattle aboard the Redondo. Local dignitaries plan a 1919 legislature reception ball. Marmaduke Churns, Seattle musician, dies after an operation. Dudley G Wooten spoke to patriotic workers in Walla Walla. Hanson attends the Washington Irrigation Institute in Yakima. A Pike Street jeweler nabbed with diamonds but little cash claims the spruce camps sold wares. Icelandic youth society initiates candidates for the Royal Order of Good Nut at Ballard event January 4. University of Washington Alumni discuss memorials for returning soldiers. William G McAdoo named defendent in a $10,000 damage suit over a railroad collision loss of husband. 4 D Trenholme to recover from Seattle General Hospital operation. A M Faulds guilty of gold exporting, fined $750 by Judge Netere.
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Grand Trunk Pacific
C. H. Nicholson
Vancouver
B. C
Seattle
Redondo
Alaska
Olympia
Marmaduke Churns
Clemmer Orchestra
Dudley G. Wooten
Council of Patriotic Servee
Walla Walla
Wedrea Hanson
Washington Irrigation Institute
Yakima
FE. A. Coffey
Pike St
Icelandic Young People’s Society
Royal Order of Good
William G. McAdoo
United States Railroad Administration
Maione F. Wilson
D. Trenholme
Thorndyke-Trenholme Co., Inc
Woman chauffeur pioneer spark in YWCA auto work
Miss Helen J. Owen, English auto expert for the YWCA, organized a program to train women in automobile driving and repair. She bought cars, supervised their use, and supplied drivers and inspectors across the states while linking to the Woman Suffrage Party and the start of military ambulance work in England.
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York
Mias
Helen J. Owen
England
Woman's Suffrage Party of
Lyn
Asher
Prac
Be Mg
Misa Owen
Mente
Christmas Eve Party For Lonesome Girls Planned
A Christmas party for girls without home plans will be held in the W C A lobby on Christmas Eve at 7 30. Attendees should bring a small gift under 10 cents for the tree. Santa will distribute gifts, with music games a big fire and refreshments. If you are lonesome write him a letter.
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Santa Claus
White Lady Said to Tell Wilhelm's Fate
Berlin rumors allege the palace visit of the Weisse Dame foresees Wilhelm's doom. The legend recalls Countess Agnes of Orlamunde once said to haunt the Hohenzollerns before executions.
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Wilhelm
N. BE
Berlin
Agnes of
Orlamund
Pub Houses Convert to Infant Welfare Centers
England uses closed pubs as infant welfare centers with 1100 centers formed since the war. The American Red Cross contributed 75000 dollars to the effort, with 50000 dollars allotted for maternity hospitals in London Liverpool Scotland Wales and Ireland.
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London
England
American Red Cross
Liverpool
Scotland
Wales
Ireland
Red Cross Offers Comfort to Wounded Soldiers
TheVolunteer message notes that joining the Red Cross aids weary doughboys by providing comforting baths and a respite with a cool smoke, emphasizing relief and support for troops.
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The
Red Cross
JRE Basement Store Boys Coats and Suits at Low Prices
JRE Basement Store advertises boys Mackinaws coats and overcoats in sizes 3 to 18 years with prices 5.00 to 13.50, corduroy suits in 6 to 17 years at 10.00, blue serge suits 10.00 or 12.50, plus flowing-end four-in-hand ties at 0.55 and lisle socks 0.40 pair. Mens hosiery and footwear details listed.
Tailored Crepe de Chine Blouses Offer Smart Styling
O M E N presents crepe de chine blouses with tasteful embroidery, hem stitching, and tucks. Soft waists and versatile colors in sizes 36 to 46, priced at 4.95.
New Lingerie Blouses Sell at $1.45 in Basement Store
Dainty lace edgings hemstitching and tucks create a lingerie look on sheer white voile blouses. They feature wide collars that can be drawn up close to the neck and come in sizes 36 to 46. Price is $1.45 at The Basement Store.
Leather Handbags at $1.75 at The Masement Store
Leather Handbags priced at 1.75 dollars feature patent leather with top handle, silk lining, and a small mirror. Other styles include Persian lamb effect with flat and strap-back designs and moire lining.
Tie-up Ribbons Add Festive Touch for Christmas Wrapping
Display features plain satin ribbons in red pink sky yellow green lavender 14 inch wide 10 yards per bolt priced 12c. Gold Merry Christmas lettering on red ribbons 14 inch wide 10 yards bolt 18c. Bells holly ribbon also 14 inch wide 10 yards bolt 18c. Heavy quality satin ribbons in all colors 14 to 14 inch wide 10 yards bolt priced 25c 30c 54c 12c 90c 1.13 and 1.35. Firet Floor.
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Dresden
Santa Claus
Little Gloves for Children on the Christmas Tree
Section highlights an assortment of children's gloves from newborn to seven years. Glace gloves in tan gray and white priced 1.50 to 2.00 per pair. natural lace or shrine styles offered. 800 and 0 sizes. lined glace gloves available in tan or gray with sizes 1 to 6. displayed on first floor.
Marabou Scarf Line Promises Year Round Wear
The item highlights marabou and ostrich blend scarves with down fill for all seasons. Multiple models, trims, and color options are offered at prices from 3.50 to 10.00. Available on the first floor as holiday gifts for femininity.
Leather gifts and cases feature in men's accessories
Leather bill books in various leathers range 85c to 7.25. Hip pocket bill books are flat options in pin seal, morocco and walrus from 2.00 to 6.50. Men’s coin purses in calf skin or seal come in black or brown 50c to 1.50. Pullman slippers in brown or black leather with case cost 2.00. Leather covered traveling cases in black leather run 3.95 to 30.00.
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Morocco
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