Seattle’s dry law yields fewer drunks but rising readjustment
Four weeks into Seattle’s dry period 26 arrests for drunkenness compare with 1,459 in the prior month when liquor sales were unrestricted. Total bookings this four week span reached 685, much lower than historic levels. Officials note cost per prisoner up though total jail costs fall. Businessmen report rents rising in some saloon districts and a shifting economy as saloon rooms rent and new social venues emerge.
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Meat Market Cashing Checks Drops to Waterfront Workers
Cyrus Roll of the Palace Market in the Smith building reports many waterfront workers cashing checks at his shop instead of bars. He says dozens of customers remarked they cannot buy booze, so they buy meat and other necessities. He notes hundreds of such cases in the past four weeks as workers shift spending from drink to groceries.
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Business Picks Up During Month in Seattle
Dozens of Seattle businessmen praised the dry law after a four week trial. The cold weather kept people home yet 28 days of prosperity followed, with Morris & Co. among the first to feel the rejuvenating effect of the dry law.
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Wilson Addresses Pittsburg Crowd On National Defense
President Wilson urged preparedness for national defense not aggression, warning of grave dangers as the war’s pressure grows. He spoke to 6000 in Memorial Hall and overflowed, stressing a citizen reserve and education in arms, with upcoming stops in Cleveland and other cities.
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S E Company Must Put On More Cars City Demands Seats For Passengers
Public Utilities Department data show Ravenna and Cowen Park street car lines were crowded Friday afternoon with 2 340 passengers aboard 30 cars. About 27 percent on Ravenna and 25 5 percent on Cowen Park stood, prompting Superintendent Valentine to seek increased service. Jitneys carried only 306 passengers in the same period, underscoring cold weather impact on street car demand.
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President’s party tours multiple U.S. cities
The president’s entourage includes his secretary and physicians with three stenographers, a clerical retinue, and about twenty journalists. Port, Iowa City, Grinnell, Newton, Lawrence, East St. Louis and other stops are on the tour list.
University aids in fight over tourist rates case
C A Reynolds chair of the public service commission said the University of Washington law department has begun preparing legal papers for the suit against Southern railroads. Dean Condon offered embryo lawyers to assist. Reynolds, ill at home, plans a meeting with T D Rockwell tomorrow to discuss hotel rate case matters.
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Otay Dam Break Wipes Otay Valley In California
In San Diego the Otay dam catastrophe sent a 40 foot wall of water through orange groves and ranches, wiping out Otay village and a 30 person Japanese colony. Officials fear 50 dead with 11.5 billion gallons released, while refugees seek survivors and aid. Damage exceeds 1 million dollars as Sweetwater dam is reported dangerous and people below flee.
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Impersonator arrests eyed as Seattle shipyard strike looms
Sheriff Hodge reports deputies patrolling Seattle Construction and Dry Dock Co yards with badges to deter impersonators amid a 300 worker strike building three submarines. Relief aid for evacuees rises as San Diego dam reports and rescue efforts intensify in a devastated valley with troops deployed and looting fears eased.
Toes At Shatter High Water Marks Reported
The record notes multiple high water readings including 9 feet at 4:59 a.m and 15.2 feet at 10:44 a.m. with other measurements such as 6:90 p.m. and 1.7 feet, indicating fluctuating tides or flood levels.
Weather outlook notes continued cold weekend
Tonight and Sunday remain generally fair but cold with temperatures around 18 degrees. The brief forecast emphasizes continued frigid conditions suitable for warm clothing and indoor activities.
Skating Allowed Sunday on Two Seattle Lakes
Officials announce skating will be allowed Sunday at Lake Burien and Green Lake. Municipal heated car service will shuttle visitors to Lake Burien while Green Lake features floating ice rinks. Fire department will flood broken ice overnight to improve conditions.
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Mercury Drops to 18 Degrees in Cold Spell
The temperature fell to 18 degrees early Saturday morning with no break in the cold. Weather Man Salisbury says it could stay frigid for 24 to 48 hours, after hitting 14 degrees on January 11.
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