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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1919
Page
14
Representative Frank W. Mondell of Wyoming was elected floor leader in the Republican caucus session. Mondell won 23 votes with three absent, while Mann of Illinois faced 13 votes against him and two for Long as the alternative choice.
Frisco district faces large scale layoff as shipyard workers are dismissed after a half holiday demand sparked a lockout. Boilermakers in Oakland reportedly struck amid the dispute, with about a thousand local workers affected by the stoppage.
Sir Horace Plunkett, Irish statesman visiting the United States, is denounced as an agent of the British government by Irish leaders in Boston. Matthew Cummings calls his mission English propaganda and accuses him of camouflage. Plunkett opposes Ireland's separation from England amid Sinn Fein protests.
County officials and city council meet to discuss a proposed jail near the city county building at Third Avenue and James Street. They express need for a new facility and agree inmates should be kept separate, but no action is taken.
A congressional memorandum prepared for the post office department argues that I W W and Bolsheviks seek to spread revolutionary ideals globally. Committee members say Russia’s Bolshevik system could spread by force unless laws are enacted to bar agitators, curb subversive teaching, and punish undermining acts. Senator Overman, chair, suspends further testimony unless a strong reason appears.
Republican leaders led by former President Taft press moderation to avoid splitting the party over the Wilson covenant. With the Paris treaty shaping a league of nations, factions back and oppose ratification, hoping clarification from Wilson will secure the agreement and end the war status.
Director General Hines of the railway administration meets with railroad officials to adjust financial troubles from Congress not passing a 750 million appropriation. Twenty five men including representatives of the War Finance Corporation and the financial advisory board join the closed door conference at 10 a m.
The article reports the allied move to abolish conscription in Germany and predicts broader cuts in military forces under the League of Nations. It notes Count Pernastorff’s exclusion from the German delegation and discusses potential changes in Britain France and Italy regarding compulsory service as disarmament progresses.
London March 11 delegates from ten nations discussed World Constitution amendments at a League of Nations societies convention. Proposals covered French guarantees and armament limits with American interest in both, including setting international force sizes. Notable attendees included Fridtjof Nansen and U S delegates Arthur Kuhn Onecar Straues Hamilton Holt and Mims Fanny F Andrews.
Paris March 11 A commission of lawyers is to assess the status of cables seized during the war. James Brown Scott heads the American delegation as the question of cables and maritime rights is examined. The focus includes the New York Bremen line via the Azores and the West African Brazil link, with American interests at stake.
In Chicago Secretary Baker denies knowledge of any plan to sell airplanes as junk. He cites no recommendations from Gen. Menoher and notes his March in Chicago with Chief of Staff March on a tour of army camps.
Zurich dispatch reports that central Germany strike ends but Dusseldorf and Silesia again under state of siege. Wolff Bureau notes ongoing unrest as authorities tighten control in key industrial regions.
Members of the House Military Affairs Committee have been invited to travel abroad with Secretary Baker on an unofficial trip. Seven Democrats, including Chairman Dent of Alabama and Representatives Shields Olney Hull Anthony Harrison and Nicholls, have accepted the invitation.
John F. Munroe told police his Berne apartments were ransacked last night but no items were stolen. He reported the incident to authorities and condition of the building was not specified.
A new dress named Dix is described in light dimity featuring dainty pink blue heliotrope and yellow flowers. It has a white collar cuffs and hem stitched jabot. Available in sizes 36 to 46 at price 5.95.
New ladies pumps shown with a slender long vamp and dull kid leather. They feature a 24 inch French wood heel and bench turned sole. Price listed at $11.00.
Fashion item notice for spats in tan and fawn shades offered by MacDougall Southwick Priftth Fleer with price range from 1.00 to 3.25.
Advertises Vanta Baby Goods for infant wear without pins or buttons. Details white combed peeler cotton vests, merino vests with embroidered neck, Worsted and combed cotton blends, pure Worsted Wool vests, silk blends, and knit knities in sizes 1 2 and 3 4 with prices ranging from 50c to $2.50. Third Floor display.
A. Pugul A Hanson G. Bartosk and A. C. Freickle face gambling counts in city jail after a raid at 10 Pride Street by Sergeants Zimm er man and Alvey and patrolmen Carey Johnson Comer. William Bishop and J. Dugan charged as present at gambling site. poker chips cards and 41 dollars seized as evidence.
Our Bureau of Personal Service invites readers to use its help for selecting spring wardrobe youngsters apparel table reservations and window hangings. Out of town shoppers can rely on careful purchasing, with MacDougall Southwick on the fourth floor handling each order.
The notice describes a new style feature offering hardwood handles with ferrule and red leather wrist strap in coordinated colors. Round and oval handles come in white purple green white red white amber white. Silk coverings in taupe olive green olive drab purple dark red gray with darker borders. MacDougall Southwick First Floor.
County Auditor Norman M. Wardall urges auto owners to buy new licenses before April 1. He notes only a small portion of Seattle motorists have renewed and attributes higher taxes this year to last minute rushes.
Police report a disturbance at the Bearborn residence after P. Z. Miller states his best pair of kicks were stolen by an intruder. Officers say the boots are labeled Mo, 32.
April editions bring Batterick patterns and Style Sheets, plus the Easter issue Deline atora a special. Readers are urged to get a copy for new spring robes. MacDougall Southweek, First Floor.
Art needlework section presents Professor Vance Shaw offering daily lessons in original embroidery stitches. 38 distinct stitches are shown in Cut Lace Emb Finished models while stamped pillow cases priced $1.75 per pair and linen cloths from $4.50 to $6.50 adorn the display on MacDougall-Southwick Fifth Floor.
Linen breakfast cloths in oyster shade with embroidered edges measure 45 by 45 inches. Price is 3.50 dollars. A matching scarf sized 18 by 54 inches sells for 1.75 dollars.
Pure linen centers with neat embroidery in one corner and scalloped edges. Size about 12 1/2 by 12 1/2 inches. Priced at $6.50 a dozen from Gray Linen Shop.
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