02 Jun 1915
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1915
Page
1
The Star argues for a strong naval build up with a large fleet and a thousand submarines. It contends that defense requires submarines and that battleships should favor swift ships with high explosive arms over armor piercing. It frames debate as settled on overall naval expansion.
In a bold lecture, President Wilson argues that if foreign armies landed on U S shores, submarines could deter invasion and coastal defense would require vast armor investments. He forecasts strong action against hostile powers and critiques armor interests shaping naval policy.
Reports from Greece and Berlin indicate Romania demands territorial concessions as the price of neutrality. If Austria rejects, Romania likely joins the Allies, with pressure mounting on the government. Greece weighs alliance terms as Athens seeks immunity guarantees before possible participation in the war.
A Star reporter’s pursuit of Miss Margaret Edwards and her mother uncovers mixed signals about the controversy over The Hypocrites and the 17 year old dancer. Edwards defends expressive art while noting modest compensation and public fatigue.
Captain Oscar Lane of the U S Winnifred reports that a dozen American citizens have been killed near Tampico in recent days. He adds that bandit violence has terrorized the entire region as the ship arrived at Galveston with news from the Mexican port.
Bertha CDiffrey received three to ten years in prison at Tacoma for the beating death of a S year old boy, with the case proceeding to Walla Walla for sentencing.
Official vote count from 330 precincts shows Police Chief Sebastian leading Councilman Whiffen by 2,731 votes. Sebastian has 28,790 to Whiffen 26,627 with 300 precincts reported. Mrs Estelle Lawton Lindsey, noted newspaper woman, appears elected to the city council. The two platoon system for five men carried.
Al Jennings, once a ban dit turned reformer, has become an evangelist and will open a revival campaign in Glendale, California, this evening. He has a noted history in Oklahoma.
Citizens are urged to sign petitions at the Referendum League headquarters located at 223 Railway Exchange Building, Second and Cherry. Bring any petition even with a single name. For information call Elliott 3517. Saturday night is the final deadline.
The 36 year old John Purroy Mitchel, New York’s then youngest mayor, chats with a reporter at the Washington hotel in Seattle. He discusses politics, war, tariffs, and his love of dancing and social life, while noting his rapid rise from assistant corporation counsel to mayor. He plans to catch a boat to Vancouver and mentions his wife Mrs. Mitchel.
Senator Albert B. Cummins of Iowa and his wife arrive in Seattle to two days of engagements. They will be greeted at King Street station, escorted to the Washington hotel, attend a club luncheon, and host an informal reception for Seattle Iowa n s. A Friday luncheon at the Butler hotel is also planned with the Young Men’s Republican club hosting.
Chicago near another traction strike as surface linemen vote in favor and elevated workers reportedly join. The walkout threatens disruption to city transit services and commutes.
Mexico faces a grave food shortage as business ceases and 150 900 under arms remain. Three revolutionary forces led by Villa Zapata and Gens back a convention rule while Carranza and Obregon clash for power.
President Wilson continues awaiting a response from Germany over the submarine issue. He has conferred with Ambassador Von Bernstorff and plans to press for recognition of American travel rights under international law, warning of possible diplomatic break with Germany if refused.
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