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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1915
Page
1
In a Sunday statement Congressman Humphrey attacked the Seamen's Act arguing Pacific Mail vessels no longer fly the American flag and that ships employ Chinese crews. He claims the move lowers wages and standards, asserting America should not be tied to China by its flag.
The piece argues soldiers in wartime think about freedom and equality, questioning whether God creates masters and slaves. It suggests many will realize all people come from the same heavenly mold and that tyranny contradicts divine intention.
Mayor Gill orders a review after city detective D J McLennan is demoted to patrolman following an warrantless arrest of Miss Lilian McClurg at the Oxford hotel. The chief and other detectives face questioning as the mayor condemns unlawful arrests and emphasizes warrants.
City council will begin investigation of Police Chief Lang on charges of unbecoming conduct. The session, delayed from Labor Day to Tuesday, is expected to yield only preliminary steps with full hearings likely to start Wednesday.
The Washington Bankers association held its 42nd annual convention with sessions at Moore theatre and the Washington hotel. Key events included officer elections, round tables, and a Taft appearance for golf and a political economic summary. The gathering drew 4 000 to 5 000 delegates with notable attendees and a Hippodrome dinner and concert.
Thousands flock to Seattle area events for Labor Day with basket picnics at Woodland Park under the Central Labor Council, a day of sports, a band concert, and a Dreamland dance in the evening along with several other picnics across city play areas.
The article notes Mayor Gill dismissed Detective McLennan within three hours, demoting him to patrolman after charges of misconduct. Police Chief Lang faced the same charge but the mayor referred the matter to the council for investigation, leaving Lang untouched. The piece questions why one case was punished and the other not.
London reports the Allan liner Hesperian was torpedoed off the Irish coast and sank at 6 45 am. Capt Main and all 300 crew were saved, with 30 passengers injured. Most passengers were Canadians and English. many rescue ships arrived quickly as women and children faced exposure. Passengers sang Tipperary during rescue.
The Cymbeline, a 4505 ton vessel, was sunk with six killed and thirty-one survivors rescued and landed. The incident details indicate a maritime disaster with fatalities and a salvageable number of crew members surviving.
Berlin reports say Germany will disavow deliberate guilt if British reports of the Hesperian attacks are corroborated by the submarine commander involved. Germany would argue the commander had not been warned against torpedoing liners without warning.
A vessel departed its base before the newly issued instructions took effect, triggering scrutiny over the timing of compliance and potential protocol gaps. Updated guidance may address transition windows and shore-side procedures.
German warships re entered the Gulf of Riga forcing Russian retreat as advices report evacuation of Dago Island at the Gulf of Finland entrance.
Local Tuesday circulars highlight top stores with appealing discounts. Shoppers can save money daily by reviewing advertisements and seizing available opportunities.
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