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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1917
Page
3
Wilson's lions headline an exceptional Christmas week bill at the Pantages. The act features a trio of trained performers showcasing the animals in a midway of entertainment while theater audiences anticipate festive fare.
The brief dispatch reports a shipment or dispatch involving cedar wood under United Press coverage, noting the material and the wire service attribution.
Police Chief Warren enacts a major department reorganization on Christmas day shifting Lieut Dolphin to Georgetown and moving detectives Poorman and Peyser to Ballard. Hane Damm becomes Central Station commander. Simondson and Fuller take posts at Fallard substation. Several transfers follow prior federal trial links, with the chief aiming to boost efficiency and tighten control amid quarantine orders and ongoing investigations.
A German raid on November 3 against American troops near a small salient left three Americans dead and many wounded. German assault troops and concentrated fire overwhelmed the position as U S troops fought fiercely and some men were captured.
Portland dispatch reports a quick thief dubbed Automatic Al committing two major burglaries. He forced two servants into a room and stole a $500 diamond ring at Mrs. Ivan Humason's home while brandishing a pistol, then robbed a Broadway delicatessen of cash receipts before police closed in.
NWASs Today proclaims this day as a moment of joy not war. It urges kindness to help the unfortunate and lift weary souls. The verse calls all readers to boost their fellow man as part of world brotherhood. Second and Union.
One hundred American soldiers receive promotions as Christmas gifts in France. Among the promoted are two engineering officers credited with aiding a British counterattack at Cambrai. Several enlisted men also receive commissions for exceptional work since arrival in France. Four service members are hospitalized after a Christmas Eve touring car accident on a snow covered road.
Seattle reports show the Northwestern division surpassing its Red Cross quota with 475000 members added while only 261000 were planned. Alaska also saw strong participation with about sixty percent of residents joining.
About 1000 guests attended a Christmas dinner hosted by the Over-seas club in Douglas hall Priest and roadway. Miss Genevieve Grant directed service of the dinner. A large Christmas tree celebration followed with many presents given to children.
Mre Kate RF McDonald and Thomas Whitehead, arrested in the raid on W R A headquarters on First Ave, were arraigned before Commissioner McClelland and placed in jail for failing to post $1,000 bail. The arraignment followed denial of writs of habeas corpus by Federal Judge Neterer.
A fire of unknown origin caused about 10 dollars in damage to Mrs. K. V. Cooper's residence at 6247 Sycamore Ave. The blaze started in a bedroom corner and burned a dresser with clothing, totaling 50 dollars, and damaged walls and floors for another 50. Firemen extinguished the blaze quickly. the renter had no insurance on clothing.
The city council awarded Puget Sound Traction Light Power a franchise to operate over the West Spokane Street bridge and requested a franchise for the Ballard bridge. Payments include interest on one third of bridge cost and depreciation plus maintenance. A 40 percent salary increase for the Seattle Police League was considered. Amendments to lengthen city offices and pension civil service workers were discussed and sent to counsel. A power site on the Skagit river will be granted by federal authorities, with $750 approved for related expenses.
British soldiers in the Second army heard the Kaiser's speech promising forceful victory if enemies reject peace. They recalled recent battles near Cambrai where German lines were broken and a harsh defeat weighed on troops as British tanks entered the fray.
Clarence Willard of St. Louis now at Camp Funston received by parcel post a letter from his friends that stretched to 300 feet in length, highlighting a remarkable correspondence record.
Dec 25 report shows referendum on conscription failing as no more than 175000 vote against the measure. Outcome appears certain that the measure is lost.
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