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Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1918

Page

5

City Rally Hits Red Cross Drive With War Fund Push

Seattle area reports show a broad Red Cross fundraiser mobilizing residents. Jaywalking fines and auto tag revenues total $7,000, with police and mayor among those pledging support. An all night Dreamland dance proceeds go to the Red Cross as community figures volunteer for the war effort.

Red Cross Warren Liberty Theatre Seattle Roy Henry Susenko Yee University of Washington State Council of Defense Aberdeen Mayor Hanson John B. Gordon Hhe Court Room Dreamland The Red Crows

Plot to burn grain revealed in IWW trial

Chicago May 21. Government testimony in the I W W trial centers on sabotage alleged to be fostered by the agricultural IWW union No 400 in Middle West harvest fields. The union is said to advocate burning grain destroying machinery copper halle into fruit trees and other methods. Testimony on strike anti conscription and other propaganda closed yesterday.

Chicago Agricultural N. W. W. Union Middle West

Pershing's Men On Tour Of Army Camps

Pershing's troops on a touring mission visit training camps to bolster support for the Third Liberty Loan. The 50 soldiers, nicknamed the Sammies, travel in their tin hats and carry bonds of $1,000 issued by a Boston patron, reported by Heecher M. Ward, a dispatch rider with relatives in Seattle.

Pershing Camp Lewis Heecher M. Ward Seattle Boston

Food price changes and editorials in latest board schedule

Substitutes show slight price declines while key items rise under the food administration's publishing board. An editorial urges readers to eat potatoes and stay prepared, highlighting cheapness and health benefits.

The Food Administration

Insurance Co Opens Offices in Lowman Building

Licensed by the state insurance department the Automobile Owners Inter Insurance association has opened offices in the Lowman building. The new company plans to save automobile insurance and combine air hazards under one policy.

Automobile Owners’ Inter-Insurance Association Lowman

Rainier School Plans Service Flag for Veterans

Rainier school to raise a service flag honoring 60 former students in the armed forces. The display recognizes alumni serving in the military and highlights ongoing community support.

Rainier School

Record Bulletin Promotes New Albums and Payment Plan

Monthly bulletins announce new records available for listening. A small monthly payment plan is offered for those who cannot pay cash in full.

Council to Inspect Cedar Dam Sealing Plans Amid Budget Clash

City officials including Mayor Hanson will tour Cedar River dam to study sealing methods. Debates focus on who controls sealing work, appropriations of 15000 monthly spending, and needed plans under city engineer supervision. The council also advances bids for street cars and a Skagit power site resolution.

Cedar River Dam Hanson Erickson Light Department Water Department Thomson Board of Public Works Tee Skagit River Loyal Heights

Tobacco Habit Easily Overcome

A New Yorker writer Edward J Woods offers a book on banishing tobacco use with quick, delightful benefits. He claims calming sleep clearer eyes better digestion and stronger memory after conquering cravings and suggests free mail order for his guide.

New Yorker Edward J Woods New York City

Rainier Valley Railway seeks council talks on rising costs

John C. Higgins, attorney for the Seattle Rainier Valley Railway Co, asks the city council for a conference on emergency service and finance issues. He warns that rising costs are pushing monthly losses higher and that without revenue increases or relief from franchise obligations, current service cannot continue.

John C. Higgins Seattle Rainier Valley Railway Co Council On

Puget Sound Navy Yard Seeks Laborers and Mechanics

The Puget Sound navy yard calls for skilled laborers helpers and mechanics to join its workforce. Applicants should apply through official channels to support ship repair and maintenance at the yard.

Puget Sound Navy Yard

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