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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1919
Page
1
An opinion piece argues that Seattle differs from other West Coast cities not by climate or age but by its citizenry and spirit. It cites fuel shortages, dense winter woes, and a proactive, energetic populace driving enterprise, growth, and a distinct civic character.
Coordinated effort by the anti Japanese league aims to end Japanese run schools in the valley between Seattle and Tacoma. County Supt M D Bean seeks an attorney general ruling on leasing school buildings to groups teaching languages other than English. The league plans investigations into Japanese immigration financing and political influence. Frank Kannai stresses need for funds and members as trustees prepare a critical meeting.
Berlin September 2 1919 reports a sharp fall in German sugar production for 1919, down about two million double centners from 1918, signaling a significant postwar decline in output and supply.
Building operations across Seattle halt as a wage dispute between the Master Builders' association and Building Trades unions triggers a planned strike affecting 6000 to 8000 carpenters cement finishers lathers and laborers. The deadlock threatens to stop new work and reduce milling orders as unions seek higher pay while builders warn cost and rents would rise.
The confession reveals that German leaders doubted victory while urging public sacrifice. Ludendorff states there was no escape and reserves must stay for defense. Serial publication begins next Monday in The Seattle Star and will run across major papers worldwide.
The council planned to pass the 1920 budget totaling 19 million 84 thousand 120 dollars and 2 cents with estimated city revenue of 11 million 948 thousand 737 dollars and 79 cents leaving 8 million 34 thousand 392 dollars and 23 cents to be levied. If approved, the budget will be printed advertised and final passage expected within weeks.
Local want ads spotlight a rhyme contest seeking participants. G L Perkins of 1304 L Cc Smith Building promotes the event and directs readers to the Classified page for details and prizes.
Forty five thousand Seattle children return to classrooms as the new school year opens on Tuesday. At Broadway High School Orty Filipinos register while teachers distribute books and settle students in. Physical culture and vocational training receive increased emphasis this year.
Liberty bond quotations dated September 2 list prices for various issues headlined by First 4s at 94.40 and Second 4s at 92.66. Other banners include Third 4s at 94.88 Fourth 4s at 99.24 Victory 3s at 99.68 and Victory 4s at 99.02 with 84s at 99.10 and First 44 at 94.56.
Three hundred fifty press men, press feeders and bookbinders in Seattle job printing shops walked out on Tuesday to back wage demands. They seek seven hours at $7 and rejected the $6.50 for eight hours offer, preferring higher pay for shorter hours.
Jurors were questioned in the trial of Superior Judge Allen charged with unlawful possession of intoxicating liquor. Proceedings in Judge Everett Smith's court included juror by juror examinations, with humor from Theo Stuestall and various exchanges about the bone dry law and prior county city whisky events.
President Wilson accepts Seattle invitation to review the Pacific fleet from the Oregon. The visit includes a 4 p m inspection on September 13 as plans unfold for a historic Puget Sound event. Secretary Daniels, Tumulty, and local leaders coordinate arrivals and receptions.
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