Labor Disturbances Tied to I W W Scare Campaign
The piece denounces labor sabotage accusations linked to I W W and accuses copper kings and Arizona press of smearing workers. It calls for federal troops to protect war profits, condemns labeling workers as I W W, and urges government use of commandeering to end disputes in 24 hours.
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Arizona Press
Copper Kings
I. Wlw
Bisbee
Ariz
I. W.W
Arizona
Wilson
Montana
New Mexico
Idaho
Washington
France
Auto Owners urged to run four or five workers to work during strike
Harry E. Lippman suggests late car owners should carry four or five workmen to places of work each morning during the strike. He argues many already do this and more could help the public emergency. Cars could serve jitney duties during rush hours, offering valuable aid and extra income from a small profit, or staff could donate surplus earnings to the Red Cross.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry E. Lippman
Red Cross
State Supreme Court Corpus Rejects Peaceful Picketing
The court decision notes the 1915 legislature aimed to end all picketing but the measure failed under referendum. Voters favored allowing peaceful picketing as a publicity tool, while the ruling suggests eight justices may control policy regardless of the public vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Virginia’s idle work law sparks debate on penalties
A Virginia proposal would require able bodied men to work 36 hours weekly with jail or banishment for noncompliance. Critics argue the measure targets idle labor while ignoring opportunistic withholding by employers and question fairness amid potential strikes and coal field conflicts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ist
Virginia
Editorialettes and Reflections on War Era Attitudes
A fragmented editorial row quotes figures and opinions on wartime policy, religious exemptions, and political power. It mentions President’s exemption rules set for March 15, 1917, hints at backsliding, and includes aphorisms about ideas, exits from monarchy, and the Supreme Court. The tone is skeptical and argumentative about public voting and governance.
Woman Slugger Angers Editor Calls Police Inaction
A reader from Seattle blasts the police for failing to catch a serial attacker targeting unprotected women. ED NELSON urges citizen feedback and criticizes law enforcement for perceived inaction as attacks continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
Seattle
ED Nelson
Fifth and University
Dog Conservation Cranks Misuse Food Aid Debate
The Star critiques opponents who use food conservation as a pretext to push extermination of dogs. It labels such cranks as prejudiced against canines and urges readers to see through selfish motives. The piece ends with the adage that a man who dislikes dogs is unsafe for both man and beast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
Woman in Queen Anne demands police protection after night of fear
A Queen Anne resident voices fear and anger over ongoing disturbances since Saturday night. She describes doors creaking and curtains rustling as triggers for terror and urges stronger police protection or self defense. She warns that if protection fails, residents may arm themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
Queen Anne
Seattle
Tener Will Help Hoover Save Food
Governor John K Tener president of the National League will assist Herbert Hoover in the government food conservation effort. He will not resign as league president and, as a past Elks official and prominent fraternal figure, is expected to mobilize such groups in support of food conservation.
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New York
John K. Tener
National League
Herbert Hoover
Tener
League
The
Elks
Hoover
Life of the Party and City News Snippets
A collage of clipped notes recalls the Seattle Star quote on walking and a Canadian versus American baseball game, plus satirical verse and quick remarks on public figures. It includes musings on transit control, juror caution, and wartime diary snippets reflecting 1914 to 1917 topics.
Pickwick Papers Exposes Bardell Suit and New Servant Hire
Mr Pickwick contemplates hiring Sam Weller after a manservant is secured and Wardle witnesses a wedding hint. A letter arrives from Dodson and Fogg announcing Bardell v Pickwick for breach of promise, shocking the group and sparking jokes about conspiracy and past improprieties.
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Mr. Weller
Mr. Pickwick
Angel Inn
Fatanewill
Mr. Wardle
Mr. Trundle
Mr. Winkle
Mr. Snodgrass
Pick
Sam
Wardle
Mr. Tupman
Freeman's Court
Cornhill
Bardell
Pickwick
Martha Bardell
Court of Common Pleas
London
Sodeon & Fogg
Samuel Pickwick
Dodson
Fogg
Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules Promoted For Kidney Ailments
An Old World remedy claim promotes Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as a natural, gentle cure for kidney trouble and related symptoms. Advertising urges buyers to ensure authentic Gold Medal branding at The Owl Drug Co and to avoid counterfeits.
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Owl Drug Co
Menlo Club Faces Liquor Ban Near Camp Fremont
Redwood City July reports that San Mateo supervisors pass three ordinances banning liquor delivery or sale within five miles of Camp Fremont. The move affects members at the Menlo Golf and Country Club near the camp as national guards mobilize.
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Redwood City
Cal
Menlo Golf and Country Club
Camp Fremont
National Guards
San Mateo Board of Supervisors
Captain Gibson Elected to National Merchant Marine Conference
At a Seattle gathering of shipping leaders, Captain J B Gibson was elected to attend the national merchant marine conference in Washington, set for early August.
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Seattle
Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Club
J. 8. Gibson
Merchant Marine
Washington
Company Demands Control Over Management in Dispute
The statement asserts that arbitration covers wages and hours, but the core issue is whether the company may retain control of its property and employment policies. It promises to restore car service when feasible and to resume public duties in a lawful, businesslike way, asking for patience amid temporary inconveniences.
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Far West
Pacific Coast
IL. W. W
Seattle Star
Seventh Ave
Uniesst
Ee Bbr
Sccrifes Nort
Telegraph “News Service of
United Press Association
Wash
Tre Star Pavitehing Co
West Virginia
Wilhelm
Constantine
Wil
Froude
Editor’s Mail
WOMAN
Ib. D. IK
Colyum
Gill
Traction Company
Ieee
Tree
Aud
Nertes Preicy
Peter
Puget Sound Tracon, Light & Power Co. System
Itsel
Gil
Guaste
von Bethmann-Hollweg
Seenes
Pickwick Papers
Tupman
Snodgrass
Samuel Weller
Mr Pickwick
White Hart
Dodson and Fogg
Bank OF California National Association
San Francisco
National Bank
Federal Reserve Bank
Second Ave
Bb. C. Wagner
Gno
WHITE
Commercial Savings Trusts
Guardian Trust & Savings Bank
Cor
First Ave
Columbia St
DR. Davis
STAR
ELECT
Capt
Gibson
Beecham’s
Puget Sound Traction, Light & Power
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