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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1914
Page
7
Poles are up in the Duwamish valley ready for wiring and the city plans to supply light. The project requires about 10000 for wiring, with prior pole investments already made. Mayor Gill favors dropping the matter to save funds while Councilman Erickson supports moving ahead with the extension.
Mayor Gill says he will retain Light Superintendent Ross as long as he is dutiful, rejecting claims he would fire him. He discusses opposition to extending city light service into the Duwamish valley and argues for a businesslike approach with contracts from residents before expanding. He notes the program’s finances, power needs, and comparisons with Seattle Electric Co. and municipal rail service.
Councilman Erickson rebuts Mayor Gill over extending a light service to Duwamish valley. He cites current and planned plant capacity, surplus power, and low expected impact on city customers. He accuses opponents of favoring suburban loss and argues the project benefits Seattle's growth.
Describes German occupation of Brussels with food shortages, requisitioned supplies, hostages, and threats to burn the city if any resistance occurs. Mentions bakers rationing bread, lack of flour, and officials held as hostages, with fire apparatus seized and mines placed on public buildings.
Autos may stand only a half hour between 8 a m and 6 p m on First Second and Third avenues while residents may park longer on Fourth and Fifth avenues and on opposite fire hydrant sides. Police Chief Lang prepared the emergency clause for action by the city council on Monday.
A Webster, Massachusetts factory is producing one million pairs of shoes for the French army at three dollars a pair. The order is a gift from Grand Duke Michael of Russia and will be shipped from Paris.
In The Hague on November 26 the report states the Kaiser instructed all diplomatic agents in belligerent countries to find immediate other employment. The directive signals a shift in wartime diplomacy and potential redeployments among officials.
World champions Willie Hoppe and Melbourne Inman meet at the Elke club in Seattle for 690 point balkline today and 750 point English billiards tonight. The Seattle Athletic Club hosts a three division billiards tournament starting Friday with 50 players and prizes in straight rail three cushion and pocket billiards.
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