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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1917
Page
8
A terse remark from Bernstorff labels the Mex Japan plot as news to him while drawing a biblical parallel to a figure in Acts chapter five. The item notes progress in training parrots to speak via phonograph, hinting it as a cheaper method than using U S senators.
The St James Cathedral dome in Seattle was rebuilt at a cost of 150000 dollars, marking the largest congregation gathering since its 1907 dedication. Archbishop Christie of Portland led the ceremonies with Bishops O Dea Carroll and other priests in attendance. The sermon focused on The Church Its Influence on the Individual the Family and the State.
A New Yorker suggests the United States buy Ireland and turn it into a colony to recruit postwar international police. The piece notes Old Duke Morgan as a crooked figure with a charming niece referenced in Music Mountain.
London reports the Allies gained about 70 towns and 500 square miles between the Arras sector and the Olse as German lines retreated methodically. The 70-mile front yielded ten mile advances in places, with cautious optimism among experts.
Berlin through Sayville Wireless reports that in the last days a strip of land between Arras and the Aisne was evacuated. Strategic movements prepared earlier were carried out without disturbance, the enemy following only in a hesitant manner.
Gen Zach Sherwood of Ohio press calls for an immediate Congress extra session to declare war on Germany. He pledges resignation and to take up arms if needed.
The San Francisco report states that China’s postal system earned a 1916 surplus of 1 million dollars. Of this, 200 thousand stays in capital, and 700 thousand funds the government. China’s postal service began in 1896 and reached profit in 1915. White China has one post office per 50 000 people, the United States about five per 10 000.
Perry V Wilcox a port commission employee and former navy gunner announces his plan to join the Navy as a submarine sharpshooter. He claims hitting a submarine should be as easy as hitting a target and is preparing to offer his services soon.
Advertisement claims a 25 cent bottle of Danderine clears dandruff by morning with two to three applications. It instructs to pour a little into the hand and rub into the scalp using fingertips to stop itching and prevent hair loss.
A Cleveland based company markets Zemo as a safe antiseptic liquid that clears acne eczema itch pimples and rashes. It claims minor blemishes fade overnight and itching stops instantly with an affordable 25 cent bottle or one dollar extra large bottle. Contains no staining or greasiness. Rose Co Cleveland Ohio.
Cecil Bernard Fitzgerald was slated to become president of the city council at noon Monday after winning the caucus vote Saturday. If Mayor Gill is convicted in the booze graft case Fitzgerald would serve as acting chief executive until a successor or special election. He heads the council finance committee and has a background in boxing and semi pro ball. The move gives the progressives a majority as committees are announced. The old council planned a last meeting at 11 p.m. Monday followed by reorganizational noon session and a 2 p.m. council meeting.
Starting Monday freshmen at the University of Washington must wear the green cap symbol of their rank or face the Frosh vigilance committee. The committee, drawn from the freshmen class, averages six feet tall and 180 pounds.
Mrs Geneofa Omegna aged 40 of Davis Station suffered minor injuries at the county hospital after failing to notice an automobile driven by Fred Young of Renton last night. The accident occurred at Davis Station and Young was not held responsible.
Paris reports that in the last three days of advance on the western front French troops have occupied one hundred towns and villages according to an official statement.
An old advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as a blood enriching tonic to combat rundown health. It promises to strengthen the nervous system and increase tissue building with cod liver oil, claiming alcohol free content from Scott & Bowne of Bloomfield New Jersey.
A nostalgic line recalls Nan of Music Mountain as a wild mountain flower, celebrated for her purity and strong, free nature, resonating with locals who remember her lasting charm and influence.
In Bremerton on March 19 plans were laid for a wartime relief fund to aid families of sailors called to active duty. The program follows the Canadian model and is led by retired Rear Admiral Richard Wainwright heading the war relief fund committee.
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