U.S. Claims New Anti U-Boat Devices In Use
London reports a U S campaign with new anti submarine devices now in operation. Secretary Daniels said a new fighter, a cross between destroyer and submarine chaser, is most effective and many are being built. Officials have not disclosed counts or details of successes.
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London
America
Daniels
House Naval Committee
Asean
Daniela
Army
Navy
German Press Mocking US War Progress
Victor Morgan reports from 1918 on German views of American war progress and American leadership in World War I. He cites statements by W. G. Sharp and German fears that U S troops, though untrained, could shift morale and undermine Kaiser's aims as Lenin Trotsky and Austrian sources counter westward plans.
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France
England
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Wiwon
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W. G. Sharp
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Lenine
Troteky
Kaiser Now to March on Petrograd
In Zurich on February 6 diplomatic circles believed Germany would issue an ultimatum to the Russian Maximalists and, if refused, march on Petrograd. The German staff, chancellor and court were said to be unified in forcing Russia’s hand with troops concentrated on the eastern front for a quick thrust at the capital.
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Germany
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Hertting
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New Anti Sub Device Of U S Is Successful
London reports America has inaugurated a unique anti submarine campaign with new devices, guns, and torpedoes in use. Details of the devices remain secret though torpedoes against subs are noted as a new tactic. Secretary Daniels spoke of plans for a new submarine fighter.
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London
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Daniels
Joe
Five Montesano Firemen Injured in Auto Crash
Five volunteers from Montesano fire department were seriously hurt when their car lost control on a steep hill and crashed into the Montesano State Bank building as they were responding to a fire call.
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Montesano State Bank
Loss of passenger steamer in the English Channel reported
Admiral Mc Namara disclosed in the commons that 14 crew members and 18 percent of 20 army and navy personnel aboard were lost when a passenger steamer sank in the English Channel. The vessel’s name and sinking cause were not provided.
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Channel
McNamara
White Guards Defeat Reds at Tervala Telegram
Copenhagen reports the white guards under Capt. Jacobson defeat Bolshevik Reds at Tervala, seizing arms and ammunition. Russians bombarding Viborg as fighting rages nearby. Viborg lies on a Gulf of Finland arm 100 miles northwest of Petrograd.
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Copenhagen
Jacobson
Germany
Berlingske Tidende
Viborg
Viborg Is Situated
Gulf of Finland
Petrograd
Germans Strike Against Annexation as Central Powers Oppose Peace
Amsterdam reports a general strike by central powers workers aimed at blocking annexations. Socialist Reichstag member Wilhelm Dittmann testified at a court martial that the strike arises from siege conditions and pan-German agitation and signals workers desire a peace without annexations.
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Amsterdam
Wilhelm Dittmann
Reichstag
Dittmann
Russian Soldiers Urge Attack on Germans in Petrograd
The Moscow workmen's and soldiers' council at a mass meeting decided German peace terms were unacceptable and called on Petrograd authorities to form an immediate volunteer socialist army to continue resistance.
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Petrograd
Moscow Workmen's and Soldiers’ Council
Lister Declines Probe Of Public Service Commission
Gov Lister in a letter to the Central Labor Council refused to endorse a hearing to probe recent actions of the state public service commission. Seattle groups including the Central Labor Council and Municipal League had urged a public inquiry and Lister said use direct information from the commission.
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Central Labor Council
State Publi Service Commission
Seattle
The
Municipal League
Sherrod Petitions $7,980 Injury Claim Against Rail Line
The $7,490 personal injury suit of W. H. Sherrod of 2117 North 51st Avenue, against Canadian Pacific Railway, opened Wednesday morning in federal court with Judge Cushman presiding.
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W. H. Sherrod
Raihway
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Cushman
Save Nonpartisanship by Killing Bill No. 33
The Star urges voters to reject Initiative Bill No. 33 at Olympia, arguing it disguises as nonpartisan but adds holidays and riders. It says the measure should be judged on nonpartisanship alone and warns against signatures or circulation. The paper advocates backing a bill that properly presents the nonpartisan issue.
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Star
Olympia
Medical Corps Reorganization Under Surgeon General Plan
Secretary Baker testified before a military committee that a complete reorganization of the army and navy medical departments and the public health service is under consideration to place all three under Surgeon General Gorgas. He disclosed plans to mobilize 500,000 men for France by spring and noted international shipping arrangements with Britain. Details were limited as opposition members pressed for more info.
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Washington
Army and Navy Medical Departments
Public Health Service
Gorgas
Baker
Army
Navy
Neutrals May Be Forced to Supply Ships
Washington February 6 A sweeping move to force neutral shipping into service between the United States and the allied nations is under consideration. President Wilson is expected to announce a new importation board to save tonnage by curbing imports. The four member board would align with the shipping board war council and war trade board to throw neutrals into essential service. Britain and France are pressed to provide ships for American troop and supply movement as cold weather halved ship construction. To land 1 000 000 men in France about 7 000 000 tons of shipping will be needed.
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Wilson
Importa Board
Shipping Board
War Council Board
War Trade Board
Great Britain
England
France
Hurley
The
America
Explosion Destroys Roof At North End Fireworks Plant
A blast at Stone Way and 90th Street damaged the roof of a fireworks factory owned by James De Marco after hours. Authorities consider a possible plot by enemies. nearby walls remained intact and no homes were harmed. The plant’s reinforced concrete walls stayed sound though the roof collapsed upward. The incident sparked questions about repeated arson at other jobs De Marco secured.
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Stoneway
James de Marco
de Marco
Railway Bill Is Ready for Vote
Washington February 6. House and Senate committees have redrafted the administration bill to align reports. Both chambers expect early passage. Key changes include 18 month versus two year return dates and shifting rate fixing power to the Interstate Commerce Commission. The bills also remove railroad workers from federal employee compensation benefits.
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House
Interstate Commerce Committee
Senate
Interstate Commerce Commission
German Front Strength Cited as No Cause for Anxiety
London Feb 6 The Germans are stronger on the western front than at any time in the war yet numerically inferior to Allied forces. Gen Maurice director general of operations, in his weekly interview, said the situation need cause no anxiety for the Allies.
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London
Maurice
Treasury Extends Belgium Loan To 75.4 Million
The treasury department announced another loan to Belgium of 3.5 million dollars on February 6, raising total Belgium loans to 75.4 million dollars.
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Washington
Belgium
Treasury Department
Registration Push Before Municipal Election
Seattle residents warned to register at the County City building before the boat leaves on schedule. Three days remain with hours until 9 or later. those who voted regularly need not re register. Check lists to ensure name is on the rolls.
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Seattle
County City Building
County jail improved plans bring talks of federal prisoners
County commissioners and Sheriff Stringer with White and federal investigators toured an old county office to consider housing federal prisoners. They suggested a small upgrade could provide space for a few hundred inmates and noted the old treasurer's office as a likely site. Inmates reported daily soap and water use and that baths are required for slacking inmates.
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United States Immigration
White
Joe Ambrose
de Luxe
Ambrose
Iva
Commissioners’ Special Committee
Man seeks writ to restrain wife in dispute at attorney's office
Arthur Keller, a janitor in the Den ny building, appeared at the prose cutting attorney's office on Wednesday asking for some kind of writ to stop his wife from aggravating him to the point he feels forced to strike her.
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Arthur Keller
Denny
Prosecuting Attorney's Office
First Big Battle Near Lorraine Faces Pershing Troops
Washington reports continuous German raids on the Lorraine sector held by Pershing's men from January 20 onward. American forces, resisting with trench and artillery fire, have suffered eight killed and 26 wounded as preparations for a major assault intensify. Military officials expect a first large battle soon.
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Lorraine
Pershing
Sammies Risk Death Under Heavy Artillery Barrage
United Press reports a small patrol of American soldiers edging through a hail of shells near German trenches to reach friendly lines. The action highlights the calculus of sacrificing some to save many as they push to safety amid mounting fire.
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J. W. Pegler
United Press
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