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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1915
Page
5
The Scarborough lighthouse stood as a small target three miles offshore during German shelling in which gunners reported it looked like a postage stamp to their view, underscoring the accuracy of the bombardment.
A guest of the Arlington hotel, George Mitchell, was dragged into an alley between First and Second avenues on Seneca at 11:50 Friday night and robbed of 55 dollars. Earlier, Paul Dirks reported three Filipinos held him up at Seventh and King Street Friday night and took his gold watch.
Taft tells Senate Philippine affairs committee that independence should wait a generation. He says natives are not ready for self government while noting potential dangers if Europe or Japan claim influence. warns the U.S. might face fighting Filipinos if Japan or Germany press the islands.
Dr Carter Helm Jones will address the Y M C A Sunday club for men at 3 oclock in the Auditorium on Visions New Years message. Judge W D Wood will lead a class on Militarism the Burden of the World and discuss fundamentals and solutions. Welsh singers M W Pritchard and D O Roberts perform at 2 15 in the lobby with the orchestra.
London news reports British soldiers spend time making trenches comfortable for winter. Field telephones connect front trenches to gramophone concerts, and crews have been draining heating and improving conditions amid ongoing trench warfare.
Salem Oregon January 2 Ming Fern Hobbs formerly private secretary to Gov Oswald West who retires January 11 joins the state industrial accident commission as a member. The salary is 2400 dollars yearly. Hobbs becomes the only woman member of the body.
Analysis argues the Formidable’s sinking shows Britain still holds naval supremacy after five months of war. It notes pre dreadnought ships trapped in protected ports delay the German fleet while dreadnoughts stay hidden, ready to counterstrike and shape a decisive future battle.
Hugh Rowe 27 died in a New Year’s auto crash near the Glancy roadhouse at the Meadows. Coroner will not hold an inquest. his father arranging funeral, body moved to Butterworth funeral parlors. Other mobile party members were injured but expected to recover.
Washington January 2 President Wilson’s forbearance broke after a long series of informal protests over British actions. A reliable source says the formal note to Britain marks the culmination as the United States protests vigorously and asserts its shipping rights.
Cleveland officials announce starting today that municipal hot dogs will be sold in city parks. Hot lunches become the main offering at municipal refreshment stands as the program expands.
In London Jan 2 report the Sikhs claim a unique hand thrown weapon for war a metal disc like the discus familiar from Roman history. The piece describes its shape and use as part of their combat arsenal.
Marié Sayer known as the Barbara Freitachie of Zabern Alsace has been sentenced by the German commander in Paris to three months in jail and a $50 fine for displaying the French colors from her window.
Marvin F. Jones hosted more than 40 social workers at Hicks Café Friday afternoon. He received a testimonial on parchment with signatures of Seattle mayors dating back to 1886.
Deposits made on or before January 9 draw interest from the first of the month. The note outlines the cutoff and accrual start, signaling investors should act by the date to receive interest benefits.
Berlin reports allege the German war office charged the French with systematic bombardment of villages behind the Kaiser's lines, claiming 50 deaths at a single location. It says German forces gained ground in the Argonne and in the Brules forest, while French counterattacks near Steinbach were repulsed and 35 French officers and about 100 men were captured.
Cupid's aim fell short in 1914 with 3,944 marriage licenses issued, 71 unused, and 1,581 divorces filed. In contrast, D. Vorce saw 191 more divorce suits than 1913. Overall there were 325 fewer licenses issued last year than in 1913.
William H. H. Grant, third cousin of President Grant, was guest of honor at a dinner hosted by Mr and Mrs Lewis Martin at 1518 Rainier Boulevard. A 69 year old Civil War veteran, he has served in both army and navy and now resides in Georgetown with a wealth of stirring Civil War tales.
Judge Wilson R. Gay addressed more than 200 attendees Friday night at Grace Presbyterian Church. The gathering celebrated the emancipation of Black Americans with remarks on freedom and civil rights.
Dispatches from Amsterdam say Constantinople residents are terror stricken, believing the city is soon to be attacked. Also noted is a Rainier Parent-Teacher Association meeting scheduled for Tuesday afternoon in room 12 with refreshments.
A meeting of the School Women’s League is set for Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the Women’s University Club. Belgian relief fund shows a $251 increase Friday. Mount Baker Park Presbyterian Church plans efficiency conferences.
A reader questions legality of cremation and learns no law bans it with many US cities owning crematories since 1866 and Europe hosting 80 crematories. The column also covers education paths for a stressed student, advice for aspiring female detectives, goiter treatment cautions, social introductions, senator pay, and moral guidance on temptations.
The Seattle store began February 1 1900 at Fifth Ave and Pike Street. From 480 square feet and one employee it grew to 27 000 square feet and 62 staff. Alfred Shemanski managed since start and expects a bright 1915 with a strong business revival.
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