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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1917
Page
3
The Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Club request a list of importers capable of obtaining the oil. If an immediate shortage arises, it is suggested that Americans might display patriotic spirit by contributing the entire supply to home medicine chests.
Hudson Maxim the inventor of high explosives announced a food discovery using the Chinese soya bean prepared in his method. He called it the most delicious and nourishing food and said it could feed soldiers cheaply and well. He invited experts to his estate to sample the dish and plans more lab tests.
Chief Warden Joy of the State Forest Fire association said most fires were under control with lighter labor as cooler weather lessened the spread of flames. He noted that while fires continued, none caused significant damage and firefighters faced only light difficulties in containing them.
Buenos Aires reports industry-wide paralysis as central Argentine railroads capitulate to strikes. Labor movements gain momentum across sectors, with workers threatening intensified actions and a troop deployment looming from the railroads.
Pacific Coast port commissioners and port authorities gather in Portland to discuss shipping problems. Attending from Seattle are Col. Remnaberg, George F. Nicholson, Hamilton Higday, C. A. Ewald, and E. F. Foreman.
Camp Lewis near American Lake will see a hostess house built near the cantonment gates as part of YWCA war work. Portland's Miss Maaste McMasters will serve as the house hostess while girls from Seattle and Tacoma provide the hostess house.
Robertson known as Bobbie Robertson former secretary to Judge Neterer and candidate for prosecuting attorney in Spokane has received a commission as first lieutenant in the infantry and is stationed at American Lake. French Envoys Visit Frisco headed by Edouard de Bil arrive in San Francisco and attend a series of functions as honored guests.
At American Lake Camp Lewis plans include 2600 shower baths and 600-700 wash bowls to serve 46,000 men. Wells tap underground flow from Sequalitchew to American Lake. pumps will supply water to multiple tanks and hydrants, reducing fire risk as sections come online by September 10.
In 1693 the author describes severe rheumatic illness and failed treatments. A remedy cured them completely and allegedly helped twenty others, with offer to send for a free trial and a paid option if satisfied. Address given as Mark HM Jackson No 1990 Gurney Hide Syracuse NY.
An advertisement promotes hotel dining options with economical club breakfasts starting at twenty cents to appeal to guests and budget minded diners. The notice emphasizes affordability and value at Hotel Butler.
Several thousand men will be conscripted into camp life as the draft accelerates. The drafting leaves September 19 and October 3 for the third increment, with Maryland District of Columbia and Eastern Pennsylvania delayed until September 19 due to Camp Meade delays. Railroads are providing best facilities and Pullman cars for night travel as troops reach cantonment camps.
Maj. Gen. Greene announces a full staff at Camp Lewis American Lake. Assignments include division commander Maj. Gen. Neary, chief of staff Lieut. Col. Breese, adjutant Maj. W. Manley, quartermaster Lieut. Col. Colemann, surgeon Lieut. Col. Field, ordnance Maj. Meering, and multiple colonels, majors, and lieutenants across infantry and machine gun units.
The Pacific Outfitting Company under Max Lipman has expanded at Third and University Seattle. The remodel includes private desks, public telephones, a new sanitary work room, daylight dressing room and larger display windows. Lipman plans increased sales staff and says growth reflects his efforts.
September brings the first fruits of a new industry to Seattle and Washington State. Filbert growing shows promise of substantial financial returns for current and future generations.
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