21 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1916
Page
1
The Star praises President Wilson's peace note as a move that could prompt quick conference among belligerents. It argues peace is the aim both sides seek and that his message hastens a possible end to the war, despite mixed reactions from nations.
Notice to fortune hunters announces two sisters as sole heirs to the Armour and Carnegie fortunes. The debutantes, daughters of Ogden Armour and Andrew Carnegie, are expected to inherit quarter billion dollars.
Secretary Lansing said the Wilson note aims to obtain peace terms and guarantees for the future, warning the United States nears the verge of war due to growing neutral rights violations. He stressed the note was not influenced by German overtures and would test what would satisfy belligerents to end the war.
The United States Census Bureau released official figures from Washington D C showing Seattle's population now at 348 639. The announcement confirms the latest census totals for the city.
The Texarkana area on the Texas Arkansas line counts Morris Sheppard of Texas and W F Kirby of Arkansas as the only two U S senators living in the same city from two states. Population figures show a rise to 348 659 with past six months gains, and national totals reach 112 444 620.
Only two days remain to finish Christmas shopping with urgent tips and savings in Seattle's The Star ads. Find mighty helpful last minute suggestions and beat offerings from Seattle's best stores to make a substantial saving.
A stock market crash ensued in New York after the American note was published and Lansing explained it. Prices fell sharply as traders reacted to the peace move and related diplomatic developments.
A West Seattle family loses two children and sustains injuries to the mother in a Christmas Eve fire at 429 Alki Avenue. Walter Peterson, a coal worker, watched as his wife rescued one child and flames consumed their insuredless three room home. neighbor and firemen organize aid for the devastated family and clothing and groceries are collected for distribution.
The piece urges Seattle voters to collect 10,000 more signatures this week to support Initiative Bill No. 28 demanding nonpartisan elections. It promotes a state free of party labels, endorses merit over party lines, and urges citizens to sign and circulate petitions before the deadline.
Forecaster Salisbury notes the solstice with minor daylight variation. Sunrise 7 56 a m sunset 4 18 p m at Seattle 8 28 hours 22 minutes, noting Christmas will bring a one minute increase.
Senator Hitchcock of Nebraska introduced a Senate resolution endorsing President Wilsons note to the warring powers and urging immediate consideration. Senator Borah of Idaho opposed quick adoption, preferring a later peace plan and withholding action for now. The resolutions were referred to the committee on foreign relations.
The senate judiciary committee reported favorably the national prohibition bill, amended to make an iron clad dry measure. Only Senators Reaoe and Brandegee voted against it. The bill bans sale manufacture and transportation of intoxicating liquors within and across US territory for beverage purposes and gives Congress power to enforce by appropriate legislation.
A reader is urged to consult The Star’s classified section for deals and notices. The page features varied listings including items for sale job ads and community notices.
Argentina is certain to support President Wilsons plea for peace with warm government approval. Officials expect continental unity in backing such steps and regard the note as timely with fair prospects of success, though formal comment was not immediately available.
The Star will publish Dickens tale Christmas Carol next week from Monday to Saturday marking it as the year’s finest Christmas story. The author’s work remains highly celebrated though he is now dust.
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