Navy Need 45 First Class Ships Says Rear Admiral Wainwright
Rear Admiral Richard Wainwright warns the United States should have 45 first line battleships for peace insurance, stating eight exist now. He urges a four to ten year program to build dreadnoughts with trained crews, a strong fleet staff, and a division of submarines for coastal defense, arguing ships alone won't win without men and maneuvers.
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America
Wainwright
U. S
Washington, D.C
United States
Richard Wainwright
Washington
England
Selec
Japan
iDiagram sketch of bloody battle of Ypres a Seattle business suggestion
The Star prints W B Kies of National City Bank of New York urging Seattle business leaders to expand foreign trade especially with South America. He offers market investigations for local industries and invites collaboration with editors to discuss opportunities in Russia and Asia, backed by Babson’s trade studies.
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Ypres
Seattle
the Star
W. 8. Kies
National City Bank of New York
Kies
South America
Russia
Europe
The
Star
Seventh Ave
Leipsic Opera Soloist to Sing at Philharmonic
Miss Leonora Friedland dramatic soprano from the royal opera in Leipa r will headline the Sunday concert at the Hippodrome with Schubert's Unfinished Symphony. Conducted by John M. Spargur, the program includes Rubenstein Melody in F Badinage and other well known pieces. Friedland makes her American debut singing Elizabeth's Aria from Tannhauser and Vissi d Arte from Puccini.
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Philharmonic
Hippodrome
John M. Spargur
Rubenstein
Royal Opera
Leipair
Carmen
Pigero
President Wilson Goes to See Christening of Grandson
President Wilson arrives in New York with Miss Margaret Wilson en route to Williamstown Massachusetts to attend the christening of his grandson Francis Sayre.
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New York
Margaret Wilson
President Wilson
Williamstown
Mass
Francis Sayre
Governor Lister Attends Shriners Ball in Redding
Gov. and Mrs. Lister were honor guests at a Shriners reception and ball in Redding's hall. About 400 people joined the grand march as a women’s team drill showcased the event.
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Mrs. Lister
Mystic Shrine
Redding
Confessions of a Wife Love for Husband Should Not Define All
A intimate diary entry from Margie Waverly reflects on love for Dick, self development, and balance between marriage and personal life. She notes the danger of worshiping a spouse, the need for broader interests, and hopes to grow while Dick is away awaiting his return. The fragment ends with a prayer and a tease of continuation.
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Jack
Kitty
Bill Tenney
Bill
Mother Waverly
Dad
Lfe
Margie Waverly
Gold Medal Haarlem Oil advertised for kidney and bladder health
An advertisement promote GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as a trusted long standing remedy for kidney liver bladder and urinary tract ailments. It claims natural oils soothe and heal and promises refunds if not as represented with three sealed package sizes sold by The Owl Drug Co.
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Druga Isto
Owl Drug Co
First Aid Taught to Lumber Camp Workers
Clarence Parker, labor representative, announced the state Industrial Commission will teach first aid to all men employed in lumber camps and shingle mills, speaking Friday before the West Coast Lumbermen's Association.
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State Industrial Commission
Clarence Parker
West Coast Lumbermen's Association
Mrs Judah Dies, Seattle Church Worker Leader
Mrs Jane S Judah a prominent Seattle church worker and former Women s club president has died at her home 722 North Broadway Funeral services are set for Sunday at 2 40 from Bonney Watson s chapel
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Jane S. Judah
Seattle
The
Women's Club
N. Broadway
Bonney Watson's Chapel
Railroad Men Disappointed at Settlement
Chicago May 1 Railroad men today express disappointment at the Western railroads arbitration board decision on wage increases and conditions. Engineers and firemen sought 41 million dollars in raises while the award totals less than five million annually. Representatives denounced the process as a farce and said they will study next moves after May 10 when new scales take effect. They warned of renewed action, possibly a strike, if pay demands are not met.
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Chicago
Western Railroads’ Arbitration Board
Brotherhoods
Woman Loses 280 Dollar Stocking Stash in Seattle
Mrs Lillian Whiting of Michigan and Seattle YWCA women seek a $280 bankroll and a gold watch misplaced in a restaurant after visiting the Panama Pacific exposition. She remembered leaving the depot with the valuables and could not recall the dining spot.
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Lillian Whiting
Michigan
Seattle
Mother Superior's Head Blown Off On An Errand Of Mercy
A long-range German shell struck a convent yard in Poperinghe, blowing off the top of the Mother Superior’s head during the fighting along the Ypres front. General French’s forces held the line near Calais as the German offensive ebbed, with some casualties reported and the battle area quieting overall.
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Mother Superior
MERCY
France
London
Straits
Poperinghe
Nuns Targeted as Shells Hit Religious House
Head of the Mother Superior led the aged and infirm from rooms as shells rained on a convent. A blast killed three nuns and wounded four, scattering residents and prompting emergency evacuation.
Broadway High School Spring Festival Delights 2000 Attend
Nearly 2000 people enjoyed Broadway High School's annual spring festival Friday. The program featured music dances and athletic performances by the boys and girls. Funeral services for Mrs Anna remain unknown in text.
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Broadway High School
Gardner Tells Taft Navy Inadequate
Representative Gardner of Massachusetts writes to Professor Taft arguing the navy is amazingly inadequate and responds to Secretary Daniels' recent statement.
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Representative Gardner
Massachusetts
Taft
Navy
Daniels
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