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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1918
Page
4
At 9 20 this morning Drs Martin and Duel saw Col. Roosevelt and said he had a satisfactory night about six hours with regular nourishment to be taken today. Temperature and pulse normal. Clans hopeful that an operation will not be necessary as sympathy pours in from many. Roosevelt remains close to Roosevelt’s left ear with a threat of mastoiditis.
Old cadet uniforms data f cape 30 items 25 pairs of athletic socks ahirta and smoking jackets shipped from students to Belgium. The garments will be remade by Belgian women thrown out of employment and distributed for relief.
A U.S. judge named Jeremiah has returned from a stay in San Francisco. Details on the trip or its purpose were not provided in the available text.
Dona Lue Mendes daughter of Guatemala's minister will marry Paulo de Godoy secretary of the Brazilian embassy in April. The wedding joins two prominent Washington social circles as a notable South American union.
A. KB. Bradford will construct a four story brick apartment house at 124 lt ave. The project is estimated to cost about $20,000.
Arab troops under the Mecca sheik defeated the Turkish army southeast of the Dead Sea. The battle began January 20 and ended with the Turkish commander and staff captured. Turkish losses exceeded 400 killed with 200 prisoners taken and several machine guns and mountain guns seized.
Amsterdam dispatch quotes German Under Foreign Secretary Von dem Tusache asserting that American regulation of neutral shipping entering German ports diverts tonnage to Allied use and will doubtlessly prolong the war.
Twelve hundred Seattle factories are ready to do war work the industrial bureau of the Chamber of Commerce announced at Priday's luncheon. The statement underscores broad industrial mobilization to support war production efforts.
Over 1,000 coats to choose from at very low prices. Women’s coats available for only $10.95 in heavy tibeline blends in brown and navy. Large sizes and belt styles also offered. Children’s Mackinaws in wool plaid, Norfolk style, sizes 10 to 20 with plain and belted options.
Reports claim German spies caused the Tuscania disaster with two torpedoes fired by suspected submarines. Survivors recount brave acts, including a stewardess who saved a drowning soldier as lifeboats deployed and freezing water claimed many aboard before rescue.
Reported salvage of 44 Tuscania victims found on rocks 15 miles from the wreck site. The bodies show serious mutilation and will be buried together in a single grave as authorities confirm the tragedy.
A telegraph confirms fear that several Seattle and Tacoma men may be aboard a missing vessel. The list includes Ralph F Dreltaler, Arthur M Root, and many Seattle engineers plus others from the Northwest. The notice details homes, occupations, and affiliations with Western Union and local firms as families await confirmation.
An und confirmed Stockholm dispatch dated Feb 7 reports all allied embassies and diplomatic representatives expelled from Russia and en route to Sweden. The telegram was received by the state department in Washington today.
Word brought by Nieuw Amsterdam passengers from Rotterdam says Krupp works in Germany are being put underground to shield against anticipated American air raids.
Citizens urged to support the war effort by purchasing War Certificates and Thrift Stamps. The appeal invites shoppers to buy at the Cashier's Office on the Fifth Floor, featuring Phoenix silk hose priced at 90 cents a pair.
In Sacramento California thirty W W members confined in the county jail staged a violent demonstration in their cells as the federal grand jury convened nearby to hear espionage charges. They shouted insults at the federal proceedings demanding better treatment. The grand jury could not proceed until jail windows were shut by U S Marshal Mulhall.
Washington February statement from Joseph T Tumulty secretary to President Wilson denying he is a candidate for the New Jersey senatorial seat to succeed the late William Hughes. He says he is not a candidate now and will not seek nomination later.
Seattle attorney Thomas Bain will address a Plymouth E K meeting Sunday evening about what his church stands for and its positions. He is expected to outline beliefs, values, and community role.
BUENOS AIRES reports the American bark Normandy, which sailed for the port last August, is believed lost as no word has been received about her fate.
Chicagoan Charles R. Crane, who spent winter with the American army in France, says Pershing’s front reports high morale and efficiency. He criticizes Washington and London politicians as gloomy, praises the front and allies, and urges steadfast support for President Wilson and a war to finish with an early path to peace.
Petrogad dispatch notes rising Russian confidence at Brest Litovsk talks. German internal disaffection feeds their tougher stance as Russian delegates push for peace without annexations on the western front.
Washington February 8. Col Bruce Disque United States Army Air Forces Benson Portland W W Ladd Portland and J H Bloedel Bellingham named to a committee to oversee the Pacific coast spruce production. Today is the last day to register for the coming election.
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