Ambassadors Fate in Petrograd Faces Rus Crisis
Washington reports the U S ambassador Francis in Petrograd faces a delicate situation as Bolshevik upheaval tests U S protection. Officials weigh Lenine government moves and possible sanctions while Francis remains calm and determined amid threats to Bourke and others and potential jail for political prisoners.
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Washington
U. S
Petrograd
Francis
Legation
Bolacheviki
Lenine
Ite
Rus
Former wife faces murder trial in high profile case
Clarence Morden stands charged with murder following the death of Mrs Gladys Guy Morden after she refused to return to him. Richard Morden is named, with legal proceedings detailing her marriage in November. The boy’s mother remains in an asylum and heredity factors are cited as likely elements in the case.
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Clarence
Gladys Guy Morden
Richard Morden
Guy
di Guy
Wilson urged to probe Seattle meat packers
The Central Labor council on Wednesday night passed a resolution asking President Wilson to order an investigation of the meat packing industry in Seattle and vicinity. The action was taken at the request of the striking Butcher Workers' union, seeking drastic steps if needed.
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Wilson
Meat Packers
Seattle
Central Labor Council
Butcher Workers’ Union
Exam for National Army chaplains set by board
Camp Lewis Washington January 31 National army chaplains and applicants must pass an examination under a general order issued at headquarters. The examining board includes Capt Edward J Mitchell of the 63rd Infantry Capt Percy C Shockley of the 364th Infantry and Capt William J Casels of the MRC.
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Camp Lewis
Tacoma
National Army
Edward J. Mitchell
63Rd Infantry
Percy C. Shockley
364Th
William J. Casels
MRC
Russia Demobilizes Four Army Classes
Petrograd reports the demobilization of the army classes of 1904 1905 1906 and 1907 as ordered today in a central command notice.
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Russia
Petrograd
Submarine Losses Reported in Weekly British tally
London report lists sixteen ships lost to submarines in the past week. Nine ships exceed 1,600 tons and six are smaller, plus one fishing boat. The totals reflect official counts as of today.
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London
Washington-Alaska Bank Receiver Sues Stockholders
Three claims of 37500 are being sued in superior court department 11. F E Noyes the receiver of the defunct Washington Alaska bank a Washington corporation sues stockholders on their superadded liability.
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Superior Court Department
F. E. Noyes
Washington-Alaska Bank
Washington Corporation
Theatre jobs spark Camp Lewis men for Liberty opening
Personality plus entered the Liberty theatre at Camp Lewis and filled the house with a full crew from military theatres. BK Hanscom leads the stage staff and Joseph Levingstone directs the orchestra as the Seattle Philharmonic and Tacoma Orpheus Male Chorus prepare for a Friday opening and dedication.
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Camp Lewis
Tacoma
Liberty Theatre
Seattle Philharmonic Orchestra
Uncle Sam
Elvis Hite
Hanscom
Joseph FE. Levingstone
Oakland
Philharmonic Orchestra of
Seattle
Orpheus
Funeral services for Capt Nelson Wing set Thursday
Far and Near notices report Captain Nelson J. Wing died at Providence hospital Monday. Funeral services will be held Thursday at a time and at Joseph K Manning undertaking with interment in Lake View cemetery.
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Nelson J. Wing
Providence Hospital
Joseph K. Manning
Lake View Cemetery
Halley Willis
Department of Mining and Geology
Leland Stanford University
Kuest
New Washington Hotel
Washington
Carbonado
Malloy Hall
14Th Ave. N. FE
King County Council of Defense
County City Building
Ostman
Olympic Hotel
Seattle General Hospital
Trenches Raid Traps Sammi es In Rocketing Fire
Four American troops were wounded in a sudden German raid on a No Man's Land trench. All wounded were under ether after surgery and could not recount details. The enemy bombarded a peak-like salient, collecting one prisoner as combat raged and retreating with their dead and wounded.
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Hell
No Man's Land
Malent
Sammy
Five American Soldiers Killed by Accidental Fire in France
United Press report from France states five American soldiers were killed recently by chance fire. Capt. Kingman, the only American officer wounded, was mistaken for a body during a night recon sortie on No Man's Land. An American soldier on the trench firing step fired, realizing the error, and helped carry Kingman to safety.
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United Press
France
Chance Shede
Kingman
No Man's Land
Italians and French Lose Seven Vessels
London dispatch reports Italian ships lost in the week ending January 26 total seven vessels, including two under 1,600 tons and two 100 ton calling vessels. one damaged steamer reached port. Three French ships under 11,600 tons were sunk and three others were unsuccessfully attacked.
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London
Heporta
Tioie
West Eagle Launched by Ames Shipbuilding in January
The Ames Shipbuilding and Dry Dock company launched the steamship West Eagle during January with bands and flags, witnessed by a large crowd as the war supply ship slid into the Sound on her cradle at 7:45 AM. The ceremony reportedly had no mishaps and the vessel carried a sponsor.
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Ames Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Company
West Eagle
United States War
Ship christened to aid war effort by Ames yards official
Mrs John Wilson christened a new 1400 ton steel merchant ship at the Ames yards and blessed its mission to help America and allies win the war. Officials say the vessel is not yet complete and trials may begin mid March. San Francisco shipyards report no security problems amid threats while work accelerates on the West Eagle.
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Mra
John Wilson
Wilson
Ames Yards
America
Uncle Sam's Merchant Marine
San Francisco
Ames Company
War Ends Must End Soon Says President
The president declared the nation faces a great task requiring supreme sacrifice and effort from all. He urged willingness to give everything needed to end the war, aiming to prevent world lives and futures from being governed by selfish military rulers.
Art Goods At Reduced Prices From Discontinued Models
Odds and ends and discontinued lines of finished models and pieces stamped for embroidering offered at very little prices. Stamped Pin Cushion Tops and Cushion Forms complete for 5¢. Cretonne-covered Work Boxes with thimble and bodkin special at 7½¢. Pillow Covers Centers and Scarfs in designs, 10¢. Dust Caps plain or dotted Swiss stamped 16½¢. Third Floor.
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Mooney
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Wausd
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H. JW. Prolee
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Wichert & Gardiner Shoes
Louis
Ames
John Wilken
Lexington
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Evil Hand of
Germany
Europe
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Voiles
Madras
Cretonnes
Burson Hose
Burson
Canton Rubber Company
Nyal
RON Marche
Carl
High Cox
Rome
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