West Seattleites Support Proposition B for Bridge
West Seattle Commercial Club argues for approval of Proposition B on the March 4 ballot to authorize a permanent bridge over the West Waterway on Spokawest. They cite traffic congestion, emergency origins of the temporary span, private west approach leases, and the city’s need for a fourth North End bridge serving 60 000 residents.
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Northwest live stock conference in Spokane prompts joint wool growers meet
Stockmen from the Northwest converge on Spokane for a three day Northwest live stock conference while the Wool Growers Association of Eastern Washington holds a joint session. Attendees discuss better stock production, with sheep men criticizing forest grazing rules that could end grazing in several Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho forests within five years.
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University of Washington Offers Fisheries College Courses
Embryo fish packers of Puget Sound and Alaska may study the theoretical side of their trade at the University of Washington. The school becomes the first in the United States to authorize a college of fisheries with courses starting next fall under John N. Cobb. A vocational secretaryship, filled by G. T. Fletcher, will assist students and graduates in finding future work after graduation.
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League to Enforce Peace approves Washington caucus
The state executive committee of the League to Enforce Peace approved the Washington delegates caucus proceedings from the Portland convention. The delegates indorsed the League of Nations as outlined by President Wilson at Versailles.
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Miss Hilda Knausenberger Accepts Chicago Hospital Post
Miss Hilda Knausenberger a University of Washington graduate and daughter of Mr and Mrs Knausenberger of 1616 13th Ave will leave Seattle next week to become a reconstruction aide at United States General Hospital No 32 in Chicago.
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Wilson Hikes With Soldiers In Capitol to White House Parade
President Wilson marched from the Capitol to the White House with returning District of Columbia troops. Guarded by troops, he carried a large flag and joined a reviewing stand with prominent citizens, legislators, and wounded heroes as cheers rang out. A sky parade featured aviators circling over Pennsylvania Avenue.
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Womens club warns troops against gauzy lingerie displays
New York report says America's homecoming soldiers should be shielded from gauze like lingerie and other sheer undergarments visible in Fifth Avenue show windows. The Woman's Republican club plans nationwide enlistment of 400000 members to oppose transparent fabrics, though Mrs. J Griswold Wentz notes French gowns may be more revealing.
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Bolshevism Probe to Be Continued at Congress End
The Senate committee investigating Bolshevism in the United States and Russia postponed further hearings until Congress adjourns. Ambassador Francis, returned from Russia, is expected to testify next week along with Col. Raymond Robinge and others. Chairman Overman introduced a resolution to extend the probe after March 4, with hearings likely only a few days long.
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Tax Forms Help Tour to Kent and Auburn
David J. William, internal revenue collector, will send representatives to Kent on Saturday and Auburn on Monday to help residents complete income tax returns. Deputy W. G. Gibson will assist navy yard workers on Bremerton boats at 6 20 a m and 5 p m on both days. New employer blanks for full reporting have arrived at the deputy collector’s office.
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Empress of Asia Sails to Orient on Peace Trip
The Empress of Asia, a Canadian Pacific liner, left Vancouver on Thursday for Hong Kong on its first peace voyage since the war. The ship carried a full list of passengers as transpacific liners remain booked for weeks.
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Prosecute Officials Behind War Plan Said Begin
Budapest reports the Hungarian government will prosecute officials responsible for starting the war. The first to be tried is said to include former Chancellor R Berechtold and Count Forgach. Berechtold is thought to be living in isolation at Lake Thun in Switzerland.
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Senate Adopts Report on War Contract Validation
The senate approved the conference report on a bill to validate informal war contracts totaling about 2.7 billion dollars. The measure has passed the house and now awaits the president's signature.
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Cape of Navy Serge and Dolman Coat Featured in Moderately Priced Showing
WO models are sketched as attesting the smart styles available in this moderately priced showing. The Cape of Navy Serge features a vest effect with a narrow belt and bright metal buttons. Dolman Coat in wool velour with moire silk poplin over-collar. Green tan or burgundy, $25.00. Second Floor.
Slip-on Sweaters Featured In Novel Weave
Two smart models display good looking slip-on sweaters crafted from soft light weight all wool yarn in an interesting novelty weave. Shades Turquoise Purple Salmon Rose Buff appeal to youthful complexions and price is 8.50 on the second floor.
New Show of Children’s Tub Dresses at Basement Store
A new showing of children’s tub dresses features prettily trimmed cluster smock ing and shirred edging in plain colors, stripes, and plaids. Sizes 6 to 14 years priced at $1.95 and $2.95.
Well-built Shoes for Growing Feet
The Basement Store offers durable children’s footwear designed to support growing feet with sturdy construction and comfortable fit.
Boys' Suits and Knickers with Cuff Shirts Ad
Advertises boys clothing including medium weight brown and green two-piece suits with belt and fully lined knickers in sizes 6 to 17 years priced at 10 dollars. French cuff shirts with madras fabrics in sizes 12 14 to 14 priced at 1.65. Corduroy knickerbockers in dark drab color in sizes 9 15 16 17 priced at 1.25 each.
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