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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1917
Page
2
Directors authorize increase from 10000 to 25000 dollars with 9000 to be sold and 6000 kept for future dividends. All shares ten dollars fully paid nonassessable. Company promises investor voice, rapid expansion, and nationwide dealer interest as orders pour in for Radiax Combo Shine wood and metal polish.
An unsigned editorial argues national honor in the United States is not at stake in the war, criticizing pro British press for fan raising war fever. It notes Americans see no need for involvement, supports travel restrictions and urges government policy to prioritize U.S. vital interests over Britain.
In New York on February 3, the stock market rallied amid patriotic fervor and pool action by big interests. Reportedly, major German houses that had been short selling expecting a decline were caught by the upturn as stocks surged in a booming war market.
New York city reports the Port of New York under heavy censorship after Washington breaks with Germany. The Malone office prepares a plan for neutral action if hostilities occur, with customs officers and Justice Department agents coordinating. No Washington instruction needed. ships St Louis and Heligoay hold clearance and may sail. Navy stance unclear.
Mothers Day will be observed at St Mark’s Episcopal Church tomorrow with a morning service led by the rector and a community gathering afterward for remembrance and fellowship.
Consul General Emil Ohrt in Seattle says there may be no need for action beyond severing relations. He expects a short, swift war and notes German and American civilians would likely be spared internment. He arrived to take over Northwest duties as tensions rise and anticipates Washington calls. Local Swiss liaison Wettrick had heard nothing official yet.
President Wilson announces severing all diplomatic ties with the German Empire and withdraws the American ambassador after Germany's planned resumed unrestricted submarine warfare. He warns Congress may be asked to authorize further actions if American ships or lives are harmed.
Premier Lloyd George denounces Germany for submarine warfare and insults to American ships. Speaking to about 5,000 former constituents in Carnarvon Wales, he calls for national unity and praises the Labour Party for backing government policy in the war effort.
Paul Ortmann editor of the German Press Seattle declares German Americans must remain loyal to the United States in the face of the looming war with Germany. He emphasizes citizens’ duty to the country they sworn allegiance to, despite personal views on the conflict.
The president informed Secretary Lansing of his decision to address Congress at 2 p.m. and defend neutral rights on the high seas. Tumulty and Lansing appeared grave as reporters pressed for comment while the White House kept silent.
Mrs Pillar kept busy answering calls as A A Pillar, candidate for the council, opened his downtown headquarters in the Butler hotel. Pillar said he was surprised by how many people wanted to know his location.
Superior Judges Everett Smith and King Dykeman prepared for their roles with furniture rearrangement Saturday ahead of the spring bench assignment. The presiding judge system has operated in King county for about two years as Smith sits in Department No 1 and Dykeman will hold court in Department 7 on Monday.
The article notes golf did not originate in Scotland but in the Netherlands where it was known as kolf. It mentions the sport's early roots and adds some historical detail about names and practices of the game in Dutch history.
National Guard officers and troops had not received orders Saturday morning. They remained alert and ready for any assignment from the war department, with Col. William Inglis of the Second Regiment Infantry, N. G. W., saying they were prepared to move though no word had come. The mood at Adjutant General Thompson's office was one of watchful waiting.
A romantic tale suggests placing a diamond ring on the third finger of the left hand to honor a heart bond, yet notes the risk if money is scarce. The old belief links the ring finger to the heart, framing a pursuit tied to affection and finance.
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