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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1917
Page
1
A druggist is accused after a stool pigeon buys cigars with marked ten dollars and the money is found in the cash drawer. The same tactic targets an official, claiming marked bills were placed in a desk. The piece questions who handled the marked money and calls for the accuser to reveal names.
A wartime prayer asks divine guidance for the President of the United States. It seeks wisdom strength and courage to follow a righteous path and to hasten the Kingdom of peace among nations through brotherhood and spiritual work.
United States officials disclosed that a German Mexico-Japan plotted letter never reached President Carranza and was not shared with Japan. Secretary Lansing said Japan knew nothing of the scheme and Mexico would likely reject any such proposition. The administration cited documentary evidence of German machination to influence Congress and sway public opinion.
Capt. D F Willard acts as police inspector after removal of Mike Powers who now faces a bribe charge filed by Prosecutor Lundin. Powers also charged with taking a $30 bribe on February 9 while Lundin withholds the first charge. Wardell the private detective is linked to the case as an informant and shadow for several local attorneys.
Advertising men in Seattle describe ads as the best source of complete merchandise information. Store news highlights style material price and new offerings with careful wording. The Star features Beatties heat stores offers regularly for reader attention.
A judge enjoys kite flying on cold spring days as a relaxing hobby. Superior Judge Dykeman says he prefers flying kites to work and spends spare moments making extra kites, noting he has five additional ones.
Mrs A N Houser of 2310 Alki Ave was fatally burned and her son George 13 was burned when she poured kerosene into the kitchen range causing a flash. Grace 7 woke and escaped. husband A N Houser worked elsewhere. Fireman Lurdiedk praised for containing the blaze.
Byron Phelps writes to The Star correcting an age error stating he will be 75 on March 4. He notes 21 years in public office over 50 years and thanks The Star for past support, joking that a councilmanic funeral might be a good thing at his age.
A speech by C. Allen Dale asserts the Puget Sound Traction Light and Power Co should have a councilman to represent it, signaling ongoing discussions on corporate governance and municipal influence in Seattle.
In tumultuous times the poem-like note references C. Allen Dale and Sh. A. Scheuren at 3600 Magnolia Bly as it hints at a path back to familiar grounds amid hysteria and flag waving.
Lord French reports one woman was injured during today’s bombardment of Broadstairs by hostile aircraft. Broadstairs had been bombarded last week by German destroyers.
The Japanese embassy in Washington states Japan will not entertain any German invitation to join war with the United States. It reiterates friendship with the United States and maintains close relations with the Allied powers.
The American steamer Rochester reached the mouth of the Gironde river early today after passing through the submarine zone.
The House adopted a rule for armed neutrality bill consideration by unanimous vote and the Senate Foreign Relations Committee reported the Lodge resolution in broad form. Debates on the Zimmerman letter authenticity run through both chambers as Swanson notes Wilson’s approval of the letter’s authenticity.
Governor James P. Goodrich signs into law the measure granting women the vote in Indiana. The act, approved this week, marks a milestone for state politics and civic participation.
The government will acquire 80 more acres at Charleston and Bremerton to elevate the navy yard to first class status. Commandant Coontz announced the move after the Washington Navy Yard commission accepted a recommendation from the Hielm naval board. Plans include a torpedo factory and nitrate and powder plants to support expanded operations. The annual Press Club election is scheduled for the afternoon.
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