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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1917

Page

6

Lumbermen of the Northwest Meet in Tacoma

Lumbermen of the Northwest met in Tacoma Monday to determine how the organization may best work with the government in supplying lumber for ships and army buildings. George S. Long of Weyerhaeuser Co. and council of national defense member says supplies for the American Lake cantonment would be purchased at points closest to the post to reduce railroad bans.

Northwest Tacoma George S. Long Weyerhaeuser Co Council of National Defense American Lake

Painless Dentistry Behind Seattle Dental Advance

Dr. M. O. Sipes of Boston Dental promotes a painless anesthetic that numbs gums with a few drops, allowing nerve extraction and crown or bridgework without pain. No charge for the anesthetic and upfront costs promised, with claims of modern equipment and lower prices.

Seattle M. O. Sipes Boston

Publicity of Civil War income tax questioned

Basil M. Manly reports that Civil War era publicity of income tax returns uncovered frauds and boosted collections. New York papers agreed exposure increased returns and fairness, prompting debate in the Senate on reviving public disclosure to curb evasion.

Basil M. Manly Washington Treasury Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo Senate New York

Col Allen Arrives to Command Northwest Coastal Defenses

Col Samuel E. Allen has arrived to take command of the North Pacific Coast Artillery district overseeing defenses at the Columbia River and Puget Sound. He brings a long military career and was a member of the Army War College last year.

Samuel E. Allen North Pacific Coast Artillery District Columbia River Puget Sound Col. Allen Army War College

French ships awarded to Washington Shipping for six vessels

The French government awarded contracts for six 2 600 ton wooden ships to the Washington Shipping Corporation of Seattle. The ships total more than 2 000 000 dollars in estimated cost. The 28th anniversary of the Great Seattle fire will be celebrated by The Associates of 89, old residents, on Wednesday at 5 30 p m at the Masonic temple.

W. E. Boeing Seattle Washington Shipping Corporation of Masonic Temple

New Movie Showings Highlight Varied Programs

The week's bill features Anita Stewart in Clevers NHetelllon and Neorma Talmadge in The Previla Newette. Charlie Ray stars in The Millionaire Vagrant at Liberty Theatre, with a five part Triangle. Ray plays a wealthy idler whose pledge tests his versatility.

Liberty Charles Ray Charlies Ray The Ray

Understanding U S Citizenship by Birth and Naturalization

The text explains citizenship rules for birth abroad and naturalization. It defines citizens by birth to U S citizen fathers, naturalized citizens who completed final papers, and declarants who only filed first papers. It notes exceptions for under 21 entrants and timing of records after September 26, 1906.

United States Naturalization Court

Tuesday Special on Seamless Sheets and Linens

An old advertisement lists Tuesday specials on linens including seamless sheets in various sizes at 1.05, 1.00, and 0.60 dollars, matching pillow cases at 0.22 dollars, and bed spreads from 0.81 to 3.45 dollars with assorted patterns and finishes.

MERON

Warp Print Ribbons Special Purchase Arrives for Sale

Warp Print Ribbons priced at 25c and 35c a yard form a major part of the sale. Worsted checks in large and small patterns appear in plain tailored styles bound with silk braid.

Milan

Keystone and Silent Stars Feature in City Theaters

A rundown of current screenings highlights Keystone comedy A Royal Rogue with Juanita Hansen at Clemm er Anita Stewart promoting the Actors Fund at Grand Central Palace New York. Fatty Arbuckle in A Reckless Romeo and Highway of Hope with House Peters and Kathryn Williams play Coliseum. Norma Talmadge leads The Devils Needle at Mission and Rene in The City with Tully Marshall. Mothers of France starring Sarah Bernhardt screens at Strand. Colonial showcases The Beast with Anna Luther and George Walsh.

Clemmer Anita Stewart Dainty Clover Actors’ Fund of America Grand Central Palace New York Coliseum Fatty Patty” Arbuckle the Coliseum House Peters Kathryn Williams Norma Talmadge Tully Marshall Colonial George Walsh Anna Luther

Hart Will Be Seen at Liberty Tuesday

William S. Hart will not appear Monday at Liberty. He could not reach Seattle in time and will be seen in person Tuesday instead. If you value your watch let Haynes repair it. Next Liberty theatre advertisement.

Custom House United States Marine Navy National Guard Regular Army War Department Hart Liberty William S. Hart Seattle Haynes Liberty Theatre

War Bond Drive Urges Public Support Through Finance

A wartime appeal stresses the role of citizens in funding the conflict via bond purchases. Officials describe bonds as a direct means to sustain troops, production, and national effort, urging broad participation across communities.

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