Wilson Leads Draft Army in Washington
President Wilson watched the draft parade in Washington as 30 000 marchers readied to depart for service. Fathers sisters sweethearts lined the streets with pride and solemnity while Senators and diplomats observed the display of unity and determination for democracy’s safety.
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Negro Soldiers Are Sentenced At Leavenworth
Five members of the 24th United States Infantry, all negroes, were found guilty with intent to mar and sentenced today by General Court Martial. The men, tried in Antonio Texas, face five years at Leavenworth with a sixth man to serve 19 years at Leavenworth for the same offense. General Ruckman released the findings of the trial.
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Children to Help Conserve Food at County Fairs
United Press reports a nationwide drive recruiting an army of American boys and girls to assist at county fairs. Their duties include practical demonstrations on preserving surplus wartime food through pickling drying and canning to aid families and farmers.
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War Losses Reported on French Front Amid Aerial Warfare
The war office announced that nineteen enemy aeroplanes and two captive balloons were shot down in aerial fighting on the French front yesterday. Berlin notes the action as part of ongoing hostilities.
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Sailors and Convicts Rally for the Smoke Fund
A Seattle Star item reports Lindley challenging readers to donate to a tobacco fund, noting a $10 contribution and promising further appeals. It quotes a convict in France sending a $1 gift and another Snohomish writer urging support for the Sammies amid war. Local figures threaten further appeals if funds aren’t raised.
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Germans Face Hard Push From Riga To Petrograd
London dispatch notes a rapid German advance from Riga toward Petrograd as Russia’s fleet and internal turmoil influence the campaign. Experts warn of stiff resistance, potential delays, and the impact of Riga’s fall on morale as Germany seeks a decisive victory.
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Kaiser Exults Over Riga Fall In War News
Kaiser Wilhelm lauded the Riga victory as German strength and victory signs. He congratulated Prince Leopold as troops seized Riga and captured 150 Russian guns plus vast war material. The war office said Russian resistance collapsed and evacuation accelerated. Massed German forces moved northeast toward Great Jæga as prisoners numbered in the thousands.
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Russians Defend Riga as Evacuation Continues
Soviet forces did not abandon Riga without destroying fortifications at the Dvina mouth and river bridges. The retreat moved northeast with German gains widening the Riga sector and outflanking Dvina positions as officials report continued retirement.
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Haig Drives British Line Northeast of St Julien
London dispatch reports Field Marshal Haig opened a new offensive with a sharp blow that pushed the British line northeast of St Julien. The official statement provided no further details, noting only a slight advance along the front and unknown local conditions reported by observers.
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Fall Suit Week Offers Three Smart Models
Garment Week highlights buy now during Suit Day with three attractive suit models illustrated to show their smartness.
Ongoing Bon Marche Sale Includes Shoes and Fabrics
A clearance listing from The Bon Marche details reduced prices on novelty shoes at 6.50 a pair, bleached cotton bats 59 cents each, printed cotton challi and long cloth at 1.25 a bolt, Terry Toweling at 12 1/2 cents per yard, and cotton huck towelings. Limited quantities and size ranges noted for several items.
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Bon Marche Ad Markets Kids Shoes On Sale
Heavy Ganmetal Calf Shoes with rubber fiber soles and heels target schoolboys. Velour calf lace style high tops in black cloth with welt soles. Miami Sixes sizes 11 to 2 priced at 3.00. Children sizes 8 to 11 offered at 2.60 on the upper main floor.
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Police Chief Orders Detention After Altercation
Chief of Police Beckingham issues a rule detaining soldiers who stray from orderly conduct until released by their commanding officer. The order follows an altercation between Thomas Portogallo, 23, Company B, Second Washington Infantry, and N. E. Walcott of 2940 West Lake North.
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General strike urged in British Columbia over draft law
Vancouver Sept 4 British Columbia labor delegates vote to empower the executive committee to call a general strike by referendum if the Canadian draft law is enacted. Fifty six to three voting delegates approve the measure with three abstentions.
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