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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1918
Page
3
United Press reports American patrols in the Vosges penetrated enemy trenches after cutting seven bands of German wire, while a German patrol of 59 was repelled. American airmen dropped bombs on Longuyon as artillery activity increases in the Vosges and Woëvre regions. German use of tear and lancere gas is noted.
Gen Pershing reports September 3 that aside from patrols along the Vesle and a Lorraine raid repulsed, there is nothing notable to report. The summary notes no further enemy actions beyond those encounters.
Leo Hendricks, the first Washington defendant charged under the federal sabotage act, pleaded not guilty in federal district court before Judge Jeremiah Net. Trial is scheduled for October 29, with proceedings on Wednesday morning.
Conscientious objection to military service on religious grounds was ruled insufficient by Judge Jeremiah Neterer. Simon Mrandau alias Wart Thomas received 12 months in King County jail followed by selective service registration. He previously served two years in the U.S. regular army and came to Everett from Chicago under the name Earl Thomas.
Nonpartisans win the Idaho primary results with Senator John F. Nugent nominated by Democrats for the short US Senate term. Former Gov. Frank Gooding chosen by Republicans to oppose Nugent. D. W. Davis headed Republicans for governor and H. F. Samuels won the Democratic nomination. Senators Horah and Reps Burton I. French and Addison T. Smith renomined unopposed.
County commissioners back a 60 day ferry service to Washington ships yards with a 5 cent round trip fare. Local shipyard managements cover all expenses beyond revenues while the traction company gains capacity to manage the route.
Local draft board officials will hold a meeting on Thursday at 409 county city building to discuss plans for handling the 18 45 draft registration.
Charles Armstrong, 65, a gan em ploy, was struck by a street car while walking on a trestle near the Great Northern pier Tuesday afternoon. He died in the city hospital at noon Wednesday. Hip fracture and other injuries.
Seven steam engineers notified City Lighting Superintendent Howe that they will quit the city's employ. The action stems from failure to secure higher salaries. The seventh notification was received Wednesday.
The advertisement defends S. S. S. as a long marketed blood purifier not a cure for all ailments. It cites decades of use, asserts safety for all ages, explains blood impurities cause many diseases, and invites readers to consult the head physician at 412 Swift Laboratory, Atlanta, Ga.
A fragment quotes principles on prioritizing physical health and inner wealth over worldly gains. It contrasts striving for happiness with neglecting its source, then advertises high grade work offered at low prices made possible by ample space, equipment, departments, and skilled staff.
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