Wallingford Warns On Easy Money Schemes In Seattle
A Wallingford business committee meets at the Chamber of Commerce to push Blue Sky laws to curb “get rich quick” campaigns targeting Seattle workers. They warn against unknown securities sold on installment plans and urgeInvestors to choose known, vetted securities through trusted professionals while exposing fraudulent schemes tied to Liberty Bonds and War Work.
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Wallingfords
Seattle
Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Club
William M. Calhoun
F J. Carver
J. Cragin
John J. Eb Hott
Cassius Gates
Seatte
Cal
Mian Struck by Auto Near Westlake Street
Mian Swarthout of 1209 Mercer Street was struck by a car driven by A. M. Bushell of 5708 27th N. E. near Westlake Street this morning. He was injured about the head and back, taken to the hospital where his condition was later reported.
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A. M. Swarthout
Mercer St
A. M. Bushell
27Th N. E
Westlake St
Tobacco fund sustains Sammies in France beyond Christmas
In wartime dispatches it notes continued demand for tobacco for soldiers in France. The Our Boys in France Tobacco Fund remains active, soliciting contributions via a coupon. Readers are urged to help, with numerous local names listed as contributors.
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Atlantic
France
Hoys
Blain Accused by Local Union in Shipyard Row
Dan P. McKillop, president of the Metal Trades council, charged Capt J F Pilani of the United States Shipping Board with misrepresenting the union ship yard workers. He said the claim there were fines on Saturday work was to pressure union labor. McKillop noted fines were not the rule. The Central Labor council agreed to appoint a committee to relay the union side to Macy at the Shipping Board.
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J. F. Pilani
United States Shipping Board
Dan P. McKillop
Metal Trades Council
Central Labor Council
McKillop
Main
W. Pyerett Macy
Shipping Board
Boilermakers’ Union
Seattle Construction & Dry Dock Co
Em George Parr
Franklin High School to Stage Our Neighbors Over the Way
Friday night Franklin High School will present its annual dramatic production Our Neighbors Over the Way in the auditorium. About 200 students, coached by Miss Roselass, perform five acts themed The Old Order Changeth with scenes from India China Siberia Japan and Hawaii. Proceeds aid school philanthropy and Red Cross work.
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Franklin High Pchod
Roselass
Oriental Phantasy
India
China
Siberia
Japan
Hawai
Red Croun
Apple Allies Demonstration Set by Walter Paterson Cameron
Telegraphy classes under the National League for Woman's Service meet Tuesdays and Fridays 3 20 to 9 30 pm and Saturdays 9 am to 3 pm in room 632 Henry Building. On Friday afternoon November 2 at 2 50 o clock a demonstration will show how to make Apple Allies by Walter Paterson Cameron of Wenatchee.
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National League For Woman's Service
Henry Building
Walter Paterson Cameron
Wenatchee
Miner Tompkins Held on Disloyal Conspiracy Charge
Geo Tompkins a prominent figure in the recent miners strike in Butte Montana was arrested at Pocatello Idaho on charges of conspiring to hamper the government by curtailing copper output and by fomenting an internal revolution according to word received today
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United Press
Butte
Mont
Geo Tompkins
Pocatello
Maho
Dresses Slashed for Quick Clearance at Low Prices
These dresses have been reduced for quick clearance and will not stay at this low price long. Shop now to save on stylish outfits for the season while stocks last.
50-Inch All-Wool Storm Serge Special Price
In Pretty Plain Shades the Messaline quality is unusually good with colors for skirts waists street and evening dresses and black. 50 inch all wool storm serge offered at 1.75 with 10 pieces at a special price. Serge comes in navy blue Copenhagen brown wine and burgundy.
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Copenhagen
This Is the Food Conservation Week
The notice urges citizens to adopt Hoover era food policies to support soldiers and the Allies, urging daily diet changes and highlighting The Bon Marche on its Fourth Floor Grocery and Bakery Section as a guide to new dietary practices.
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Bon Marche
Two-Piece Breakfast Sets Priced at 1.50
An illustration showcases gingham and chambray two piece breakfast sets offered at 1.50. Available in plain colors, stripes, and light to medium shades, the ad highlights the attractive price and varied patterns.
Table Oilcloth 10c a Yard Sale Announcement
Advertises table oilcloth at 10 cents per yard with slight imperfections yet useful for many purposes. Mentions large variety of patterns and colors and notes price is exceptionally low with no delivery.
Notting ham Curtains for Bedrooms and Hotels
Notting ham curtains offered in white and Arabian colors for bedrooms boarding houses and hotels. Available in 214 yards length suited for long windows and drapery installations. Third Floor Bon Marche.
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Nottingham
BON Marche
480 Children's Union Suits at 65 Cents Each
We offer 480 girls union suits for ages 2 to 12 in white cotton with fleece lining. Long sleeve and ankle length with drop seat, now only 65 cents each. Upper Main Floor The Bon Marche.
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Johnnie
BON Marche
Outing Flannel Night Gowns at 75c and 1.00 to 1.95
The Bon Marche advertises full size outing flannel night gowns at 75 cents with long sleeves high neck and slipover style. Other gowns priced from 1.00 to 1.95 and outing flannel petticoats with fitted tops and scalloped edges. Third floor Bon Marche.
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BON Marche
Strike Cripples Telephone Service Leaves City in Turmoil
Union leaders and operators walk out in a citywide telephone strike. Managers vow to restore service as crews train to handle calls, while workers fear wage and protection gaps. Stenographers and clerks join the operators' union amid ongoing disruptions.
Tacoma Phone Girls Strike Shuts Network At Midnight
Tacoma workers at Pacific Telephone and Telegraph went on strike at midnight with partial service still in operation by the company. The walkout left the city with limited telephone availability as of 10 am.
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Ty United Press
Tacoma
Union
Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Co
S Company
Portland Girls Walk Out at Pacific Telegraph Exchanges
About 61 former operators quit their switchboard posts at midnight in Portland as the Pacific Telephi and Telegraph Co faced a work stoppage. Some girls learned new duties, others were enticed by bonuses offered to strikebreakers, while pickets gathered at principal exchanges signaling a siege threat.
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United Press
Portland
Pacific Telephi & Telegraph Co
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