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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1917
Page
10
Dallas reports that T Bryant, president of the Farmers' and Laborers' Protective association, was arrested at Anson, Texas on an indictment charging an attempt to oppose by force U S officers in raising the new army. He is being brought to Dallas.
London May 25. Prime Minister Lloyd George told the House of Commons that British actions in the past three weeks have delivered a more effective blow to the submarine menace than any similar period. He cited American destroyers, praised progress, and urged economy and full use of land for food to prevent submarines from defeating the effort.
Vienna reports Austrian forces hold most of the Italian front in the fiercest fighting seen yet. The only advance by the enemy came at the Jemiano salient where Austrian troops retreated five eighths of a mile from Plava to the sea. Separately, recruitment offices in Seattle and Washington announce expansion of the Second Washington infantry to full war strength.
Massive $30,000 stock offered at deep cuts with outputs like Walk-Over and Florsheim shoes. Men's Walk-Over at 1.98, Ladies at 0.98, Red Cross top shoes 3.45, plus heavy work and Walton leather pairs. Limited time event urges shoppers to be present tomorrow.
In a speech before the American Iron and Steel Institute Judge E H Gary of United States Steel predicted that South and Central American republics China Spain Scandinavia Holland and Switzerland will likely declare war on Germany. He said the United States sought to avoid trouble but now faces a colossal moral undertaking and stressed civilian support for soldiers and sailors.
An old advised remedy warns against curling irons and promotes plain liquid silmerine as a safe alternative. Apply a small amount with a clean toothbrush to coat the hair full length. The result is natural curls, softness, and shine without damage or odor, lasting for weeks.
Washington May 25. Military experts say Russia is out of manpower for at least two years and France is near exhaustion. Britain has some reserves but the Allies face a long grind. The United States must bear a heavy burden as fresh troops and submarines shape victory, with 500 000 men due in September and more to follow.
Officials note that recruitment figures show insufficient interest as of now. The select service will attract men, but experts warn the spirit must be aroused to sustain effort and commitment.
The will of Mrs Florence Wehn, murdered on Queen Anne hill April 1, allegedly stolen from a bureau drawer, names husband James Wehn sole beneficiary of $2,000 in property. Francis F. Scott, 69, lumberman and Seattle resident of 28 years, died Thursday of apoplexy. Funeral set for Saturday at 2 30 p m at Columbia Congregational church. Eighty Slav league members from San Francisco arrive Friday en route to Salonika to enlist in the Serbian army.
The Al G Barnes circus touring Seattle May 28 and 29 features two black bears harnessed to chariots for racing, along with bears on roller skates, tricycle riders and other acts. Zebras, camels and other animals perform in a large program. A 10:30 a.m. street pageant opens the day, with a mix of horses, elephants, zebras and music. doors open 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.. performances at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Greasy salves should be avoided for clear skin. From druggists, 25 cents or one dollar for extra large, get a bottle of Zemo. Used as directed it removes eczema, stops itching, and heals skin troubles, sores, burns, wounds and chafing. It penetrates cleanses and soothes. Zemo is a clean dependable antiseptic liquid. The B W Rose Co Cleveland O.
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