Germany Seeks Conciliatory Tone in Wilson Reply
Washington May 17 Germany aims for a conciliatory reply to President Wilson's note on German submarine warfare and American travel safety. Berlin signals willingness to apologize for Lusitania related deaths and to offer indemnity while maintaining the general rule of free travel where possible.
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Prosecutor moves to shut Derby hotel under red light law
Prosecuting Attorney Lundin began abatement proceedings against the Derby hotel at 204 Priest, targeting owners and operators including Jay C Alien and Laura C Alien. Judge Albertson ordered show cause for Thursday as affidavits allege immoral activities and numerous arrests linked to the Derby. The move signals a district wide clean up aimed at property owners rather than individual workers.
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Germany’s Friendly Reply Hinted By Dispatch
Berlin reports indicate Germany will respond to President Wilson with a line between Lusitania and Gulflight incidents. Officials say the Gullflight reply will meet American expectations with reparations to ease the controversy. Optimism persists that the US will eventually accept Germany’s self defense stance in submarine warfare and avoid a crisis.
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Edes in Town Shrouded In Secrecy
W. C. Edes of the Alaska Engineering commission is reported to be in town incognito. Officials at the Washington hotel and the Smith building offices refuse interviews, enforcing a tight lid on any sighting or statement about his visit.
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New Road in Good Shape
Autoists report the road from Seattle to Easton on National Park highway in good condition.
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McAdoo Case Opens In District Court Over Office Affidavits
Riggs National Bank counsel admitted to file affidavits amid objections as the bank sues Secretary McAdoo and Comptroller Williams. Miss Lotta M. Taylor swears she was never expelled from the comptroller of the currency office. McAdoo contends she held a desk in the controller’s office while employed by Riggs and National City Bank of New York.
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Zeppelin bombs hit Calais killing children
German air raid on Calais drops bombs injuring several women and killing a number of children. Local authorities report casualties and evacuations as rescue services respond to the bombing in the port city.
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Italy on brink as rumors claim Austrian raid sparks war push
Rumors from Rome claim Austrian raiders crossed the frontier and were repulsed by Italian guards. Premier Salandra convenes cabinet as crowds surge around the palace and Salandra residence. King reportedly refuses cabinet resignation, fueling expectations Italy may enter the war alongside the Allies. General Cadorna continues talks with the king amid large wartime exodus of Austrians and Germans.
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Nudist Cubist Pictures Leave Public Library
A humorous Cubist art piece once on display at the public library has been moved to the Fine Arts Exhibit in the Baillar geon building after attracting many sightseers following a free ad in The Star.
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Reading the Ads Pays Big Dividends
The Star urges readers to spend time on the store news to save money on daily shopping. Advertisers move stock, giving fresher merchandise and better value.
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