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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1916
Page
2
Berlin says German troops repulsed an Allied attack along a three kilometer front in the Ypres bend after heavy artillery preparation. The fighting was hand to hand in places with repulse by fire and close combat. Fog persisted on the western front as artillery duels rose near the Ancre and around St. Pierre Vaud Wood.
Humanitarians press Anna Louise Strong for Seattle school board to bring national renown to the city. Telegrams from Florence Kelley Rabbi Stephen Wise Judge Ben Lindsey and Graham Taylor praise her honesty, ability, and vision for using schools as community centers and engines of progress.
Edith Colby Spokane newspaperwoman faces murder trial in Thompson Falls with defense arguing blighted loves and estrangement caused insanity. They claim an irresistible impulse followed after A. C. Thomas, Republican county chairman, insulted her as a red light woman. Mrs. Jane Coolidge testified to unlucky romances and alleged family insanity.
South Wales miners in London demand nationwide coal mine nationalization and a 15 percent wage increase. Their representatives say they were not consulted and protest the plan to nationalize only their mines.
Officials believe the Austrian ambassador designates Count Tarnowski may travel to Washington with minimal interference. Britain and France likely to grant the suggestion based on international law. Even if allowed, his papers would face British search though safe conduct covers only the person, not belongings.
Washington officials outline possible measures to address rising prices in the upcoming session. Proposals include an embargo on foodstuffs, a requirement to divest 10 percent of stored goods every 30 days at current prices, and a full inquiry by federal agencies or a joint committee with recommended legislation. The president and cabinet are expected to back the last option. Rural representatives plan to oppose embargo measures led by Representative Fitzgerald of New York.
Juarez strengthens defenses around the town with rifle pits and sentry fires visible from the U S border. Prominent families move belongings across the border while officials say there would be no resistance if attacked. The Juarez garrison reportedly numbers about 800.
London reports Britain’s November toll from the Great War totals 74,615 in dead wounded and missing. Official lists break losses by category including killed wounded and missing among officers and men across military naval and colonial forces.
Readers seeking housekeeping rooms will find numerous bargains advertised in Star Want Ads, highlighting affordable housing options and deals across listings.
Vienna prepares for the funeral of Franz Josef with regal pomp as the cortege moves from the Hofburg to the Capucin Fathers church. The procession will include Austrian and allied royalty while Kaiser Wilhelm remains absent under physician orders.
Seven hundred Carranzista troops with 26 artillery pieces arrived in Juarez just before noon. They belonged to Ozuna's cavalry who escaped on four trains after orders to evacuate. Gen. Trevino's command began retreat to the northeast as survivors report. The fate of Americans and other foreigners is unknown.
A civic message from Seattle expressing gratitude for the year's prosperity and favorable climate. The speaker thanks the people of Seattle and nearby areas for their patronage and pledges to work hard to deserve continued confidence in the future.
Regal Dental Offices managed by Dr Clark advertise as Meattlre's leading dentist at 1405 Third Ave NW corner Third and Union opposite the Post Office. Instructions emphasize locating the correct office.
Wireless dispatches report Frau Schraat the emperor's intimate for nearly twenty years was refused a final look at Franz Josef's body at Schoenbrunn Palace. She sought admittance after his death but was turned away and urged to depart. The emperor reportedly left his companion and $250000 alongside a grand piece.
Federal agents arrested Grace Harris John Pearson and C Davidson for selling liquor without paying internal revenue tax. Additional arrests followed on Saturday as part of a dry squad sweep, with warrants issued for others and several bonds set at 500 dollars. A trunk containing four cases of bonded whisky was seized at the Grand Trunk dock after no claimant appeared.
The Multnomah, one of the McCormick Steamship Co. fast liners, will sail Saturday December 2 for Southern California ports. Passengers are promised abundant comforts and superior meals. Book now at the Milwaukee ticket office Second and Cherry streets, Elliott 4812.
The Central Labor Council rejected a proposed mass meeting at Everett by a 52 to 19 vote. Boilermakers favored the event with a chartered steamer, aiming to voice free speech views amid the I W W disturbances, risking resignations from the council.
New York housewives won a turkey price concession with a boycott ending at 83 to 36 cents per pound, far below the 40 to 48 cents demanded. Egg boycott continues as restaurants adapt.
Chauncey Wright reports theft of $2,000 worth of silverware from his Third Ave restaurant. He says patrons paid 40 cent pan roasts and left with $12 holders, noting he invested over $20,000 in silverware and most pieces vanish daily. Four of a hundred sugar bowls remain. He adds slightly fewer thefts at his Smith Building location.
Hungry customers face a cafe boycott as the word eggs is stamped with Boycotted across menus. The movement triggers a price fall of four cents per dozen in storage eggs over two days in the city.
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