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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1918
Page
2
American troops pressed a bitter assault in No Man's Land, inflicting heavy casualties on German defenders. Five German prisoners were captured as the advance pushed into a ruined village while rear-area hospitals and nurses faced shelling.
A Berlin court has begun proceedings against Count Christian Gunther von Bernstorff, son of the former German ambassador, in a libel lawsuit involving Baron Walter von Radeck. The case centers on alleged defamatory statements published abroad.
At Camp Lewis May movement begins with the largest troop influx. Draft men from Minnesota North and South Dakota arrive alongside others from Utah Montana Wyoming and Washington, totaling 4 148 expected by midnight including 2 800 from Minnesota and 890 from South Dakota.
Maj. Gen. Wood will meet President Wilson at six this evening to discuss service abroad. Wood heads the western division with headquarters in San Francisco as friends expect assignment to overseas duty in France. Secretary Baker declined comment on the order.
Lightning struck a nitro glycerine mill at the Rehanno chemical plant a DuPont subsidiary in Gibbstown New Jersey. Three tons of nitroglycerine exploded tearing a large crater. The mill was idle and no injuries were reported but several buildings were destroyed with total losses around 75000 dollars.
Report from London confirms British submarines can cruise long distances after a German submarine was sunk off Cape St. Vincent, more than 2,000 miles from England.
In Muskogee Oklahoma on May 8 four men and a woman were arrested and held on charges of conspiring to blow up the homes of United States District Judge Ralph F Campbell and United States District Attorney W P McGinnis.
Gen. Pershing reports 38 names for casualties from action and other causes. Seven killed in action, one dead from wounds, one drowning, five from disease, 18 wounded severely, six missing in action. Names include Maj. Raoul Lotverry, Neut. Walter B. Schaefer, and many listed privates and corporals with home towns across Illinois, Iowa, New York, Michigan, Missouri, and more.
Memorial Day closure announced for the Bon Marche with Georgette waists in many styles. Georgette waists feature beading and embroidery in a variety of color combinations, offering a wide range for shoppers.
A sale features women’s afternoon waists priced at 4.95 with a range from heavy Georgette and embroidered models with deep tucks to delicate sheer blouses in many color combinations. Shoppers can pick styles to suit personal taste and season.
The dispatch notes Americans gain air superiority and suggests German aircraft are made of inferior materials and poorly constructed, reflecting ongoing combat conditions.
Good quality Silk Hose irregulars of Burson silk stockings in white and limited black, sizes 8 to 10. Fine Ribbed Cotton Garments knee length with crochet edge and lace trim, standard and extended sizes. Upper Main Floor features Lightweight Cotton Union Suits for children with closed crotch and open seat, sizes 6 to 16 years. Children's Fancy Socks in assorted colors and sizes 5 to 8¾.
Winter fashions bring new coat style sweaters with sailor and fancy collars. Rose, Capen, Gold and other brands offer belts and bright shades for the season.
Bathing suits available early season in round and V neck styles with cap sleeves in navy green and red. Women’s cotton jersey suits in black and navy braid trim sizes 36 to 44 priced 1.25 1.75 and 1.98. Sweater section on second floor.
Seattle workers and residents rallied for Mercy Monday raising funds for the Red Cross. Everett and Spokane reported strong oversubscriptions while Seattle centers collected thousands at a Monday luncheon and events. Police and fire departments exceeded their wage pledges and workers reimbursed war stamps to boost the total.
William Horner pleaded guilty to murdering Mrs. Amelia Bassett and her two children at a roadside camp near Kelso on May 19. Superior Judge Darch sentenced him to life in Walla Walla Prison after a Seattle confession. Horner said he killed them after she demanded marriage. Railroad workers urged to invest wage increases in war savings stamps.
A bakery promotes wheat conserving breads rolls pies and cakes to support the Wheatless Pledge. It notes many customers have signed and offers wheatless products for pledge signers and standard options for non signers while inviting inspection of their bake and recipes.
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