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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1917
Page
2
Richardson advertises R. M. C. Crochet Cotton in white colors and ecru by the ball for 7¢ each and Sewing Silk in white and colors in 100 yard spools at 4¢ per spool.
The Bon Marche on the main floor advertises Tuesday specials offering 500 yards of White Ratine at 19 cents per yard, 36 inches wide, suitable for skirts and dresses. Also featured is White Suiting at 12 4 cents per yard, 34 inches wide with a soft linen finish for middy suits, sport skirts, and suits.
Mise Kehoe June Zahl recounts seeking work in Seattle, facing pressure and moral questions as she lands a job through friends. The narrative contrasts mercenary labor with wartime dreams, touching on Germanic power, brutality, and a plea for true peace.
The document outlines Germany’s terms including Serbia a Adriatic port, Belgium colonial withdrawal, and transfer of German colonies back to the empire. It argues for a handshake to end the conflict and hints at a broader return of Germany’s colonial possessions in Africa and the South Seas.
COPENHAGEN May 14 The struggle between supporters and opponents of Imperial German Chancellor Von Hethmann Hollweg has reached a critical stage with a likely showdown at the Reichstag meeting on Tuesday. Count Von Bernstorff has accepted the post as German minister to Sweden, but an official announcement has been withheld amid talks he may be groomed to succeed Hollweg or Zimmerman.
All National Guard units not yet in federal service were instructed to be ready for a call from the president at any time. General orders issued to state troops today by Adjt. Gen. Thompson urge immediate readiness and vigilance.
The Star announces free photograph service for Seattle enlisted men through photographer Frank Jacobs. Each soldier may sit for one free portrait and provide a parent’s address for delivery. Additional photos cost regular prices. The aim is to have a file of every local soldier’s image for possible news use.
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