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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1919
Page
1
Mayor Ole Hanson pledges absolute protection for Seattle residents asserting 1500 policemen and 1500 Camp Lewis soldiers can safeguard life commerce and property. He orders swift action against anarchists and assures essentials like food water and transit while urging American patriotism. February 7, 1919.
Under this flag The Star affirms it will keep publishing as an American newspaper for American people despite today’s handicaps and any that may follow. The statement emphasizes commitment to serving the public under an American government.
The Star resumes daily publication and devotes most of page one to a mayoral proclamation at the government's request. The paper aims to inform the public, dispel wild rumors, and aid in preserving order across the city.
United States troops are in Seattle ready to protect life and property amid a general strike. Mayor Hanson warned the strike committee that federal support could run utilities if the strike continues past eight Saturday morning. Military and naval forces mobilize with thousands of volunteers, police chiefs inspect barricaded trucks and heavy arms, while citizens offer help to maintain order.
The city lighting plant is in full operation and will continue to provide capacity service. Supt. Ross says power is guarded and staff is more than three times normal to meet emergencies. Guards may be stationed at every pole if needed and no trouble has been reported. Applications for jobs with the department continue to crowd the offices.
The Star released a late Thursday afternoon edition with full strike details. It circulated in the downtown business district and was the only Seattle paper to publish an afternoon edition.
In Portland on February 7 rumors of a sympathetic strike in support of the Puget Sound walkout were laid to rest. The Metal Trades Council met last night and took no action to join the strike.
Washington authorizes federal troops to preserve order during the Seattle strike. Secretary of War Baker orders Camp Lewis to provide forces as needed. Labor and shipping boards face a stalemate as union and management dispute Macy wage award terms and possible arbitration. Frank Morrison seeks federal pressure to end the walkout.
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