Port Commission Launches Education Campaign Through The Star
The Seattle Port Commission explains public terminal policies and toll cuts in Seattle Harbor, contrasting state-supported rivals in Los Angeles San Francisco Vancouver and Portland. The Star will publish a daily series to inform taxpayers and business leaders about port finances infrastructure and bonds.
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Society Star Quits Job Over Dream Role Change
A Seattle society woman refused the lead in Mike O Briens Dream after reading a synopsis showing the hero in bed with his wife as she slept beside his aide. Bertha Craven, formerly of Tacoma, will take the part and rehearsals begin at the Irkaln studio.
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Globe Oil Co Receivership Named by Superior Judge
Superior Judge Clifford appoints George A. Chesbrough as receiver for the Globe Oil Co in Tacoma. The action follows a complaint by Lycurgus McSwain and son Roy claiming they are owed a substantial sum for drilling a well for the company.
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What Do You Know About Bringing Up Babies
A Star Man visits a training school for mothers at the Bon Marche in Seattle and learns about infant care. Dr Gellhorn argues mothers milk best vs bottle feeding and cites German army rejections. Mothers discuss remedies, mustard plasters, eye washing, and cleanliness, with sessions held Tuesdays at 2:30.
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Fire kills seven at Oregon boarding house blaze
Marshfield Oregon February 17 a devastating fire at the C A Smith Lumber Co boarding house left seven dead and fourteen injured including Byron Craig 12 and a lawyer Sidney E Lewis among the injured. Forty six people were in the hotel when the blaze started.
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Louie Kalinowski
Wm. Glover
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Sidney E. Lewis
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Hen. W. Olson
A. J. Johnson
Sivert Nordby
Wilson vows full food data release to ease shortage fears
President Wilson replies to New York Mayor Mitchell on February 17 stating the Department of Agriculture holds all facts and will issue a full statement to remove misunderstandings about a potential food embargo and supply fears.
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U S Troubled by Probable Answers to War Zone Notes
Washington on February 17 faces a government troubled over responses from England and Germany to American protests. Germany’s reply is expected soon and is unlikely to be favorable. The clash centers on neutral mail ships and proposed submarine warfare on merchant vessels.
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State may require $5,000 jitney bond in Olympia
Olympia report says j itney bus owners may be required to post a $5,000 bond and cities could levy an occupation tax with regulations. Rep Barrow of Tacoma stated the measure aims to regulate jitney operations and safeguard the public.
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Troops of Irish on Pacific Coast Ready for War on England
At a meeting of the German American league statements from Robert Emmet society and Ancient Order of Hibernians claim 250000 Irishmen on the West coast are prepared to wage war against England once arms are supplied.
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Mae Harrison Stumps for Mayor Campaign in Husband's Absence
Mae Carter H Harrison campaigns for her husband reelection as mayor while his illness keeps him from public events. She speaks at rallies and urges voters to support the incumbent mayor’s plans for the city.
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Bolton and Collins Lead in City Primary Election
Josiah Collins led with 12 182 votes followed by Bolton 10 028 and Hanna 8 375 in a light turnout from a 64 388 registration. Sixteen other nominees including Renick Goddard McKenzie and Cooley trailed as council seats to be decided March 2 amid charter amendments and ownership questions.
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Mrs Albertson dies after six month illness
Nancy Brown Albertson wife of Superior Court Judge R B Albertson passed away Wednesday at the family home 1134 Federal Ave Seattle. Survived by her husband a son R B Albertson Jr two sisters and her father Capt F S De Wolfe former Charlotte mayor now of Seattle Funeral services at 2 20 Friday at the residence with burial at Lakeview Cemetery.
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Hiram Gill to Lead Policemen Ball Grand March
On Friday night February 19 Mayor Hiram Charles Gill is expected to appear in full dress regalia to lead the grand march at the policemen's ball at the Hippodrome. The event marks a rare public appearance in formal attire for the mayor.
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Crane Conviction Jolts Seattle Tenderloin Trade
Felix Crane, a prominent saloonkeeper known as the king of the tenderloin, was found guilty of accepting earnings from a fallen woman Gladys Bates and faces up to five years or a $2000 fine. The verdict came in Judge Ronald’s courtroom after about 15 minutes. Bail was raised to $5000 and an appeal to the supreme court will be filed.
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French destroyer rescues 22 from British collier Dul Wich
Arque Buze arrived at Havre with 22 survivors after the British steam collier Dul Wich was torpedoed and sunk by a German submarine off the Hull to Rouen route. The incident fuels tensions as Germany’s submarine blockade intensifies and neutrals consider strategic risks in the North Sea and Low Countries.
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