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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1917
Page
2
Community letter campaign recalls soldiers in France and the need for tobacco. Washington townsfolk donate small sums and goods, including cash gifts and Camels, to support troops. a published coupon invites further contributions.
A reader outlines a plan where each dollar buys four packages, each worth 45 cents retail. Each package contains a postcard addressed to the sender, on which the sahsene friend the soldier agrees to write a message of thanks.
Seattle rental agencies moved to boost apartment rents by five to twenty five percent next month. Agents cited high fuel and service costs and a tight housing market as key factors. Officials noted thousands more workers flooding into Seattle from nearby Tacoma shipyards as housing runs short.
A bill to confer a captaincy on Lieut. Wm. T. Fitzimmons of Kansas killed in German air raids near the French lines was introduced by Rep. Borland. He is described as brutally murdered by a deliberate air attack and the measure seeks formal recognition of his devotion and meritorious service. The bill went to the military committee.
Seattle touts 41 miles of premier boulevards described as the finest natural and scenic avenues in the region, highlighting broad avenues, tree-lined vistas, and easy accessibility for residents and visitors.
Ruth Roland headlines the Pantages bill with a lively musical comedy act described as bold and stylish. The program includes acts by Keaton and others, a risqué cabaret scene, and the last installment of The Neglect ed Wife at the Pantagescope. Seattle is organized for civil defense with Minute Men planning crackdown and Lyon building city HQ.
A Seattle celebration plan centers on September 19 20 for the second group of 800 Seattle men heading to Camp Lewis. A parade includes towered automobiles and basket lunches prepared by the New Washington hotel with funds supported by local merchants and cigar makers. Mrs Dorothy Glheanen and Vernh Landen plan division dances if approved.
Washington Sept. 11 the 2.415 billion revenue bill passed by the Senate awaits a long conference fight. House changes, heavy tax on war profits incomes and liquor, raise 407 million more than the House version. Debate centers on wealth conscription and two key changes urged for passage.
The article details a tense political struggle as Premier resolves on a cabinet reshuffle with Korniloff forces demanding justice portfolios. Kerensky rebukes Lvoff after arrest threats, while conspirators' names surface and Petrograd braces for further arrests amid ongoing war tensions.
A Pekin Blue coat priced at 25.00 features a large Kirby collar of Pekin Blue velour edged with silk plush and a matching belt. A 29.50 velour coat offers a three way vakxor de nord stole collar that can be worn high or loose with fur buttons. Beetroot and Pekin blue shades highlighted on the second floor.
Serviceable leather bags and suit cases in black crepe grain and brown leather described as sturdy. sizes 16 to 18 inches with reinforced corners brass locks and bolts sewn or riveted fittings. campaign period marked by March text.
Thrifty shoppers can buy curtainings for home use from this lot. Marquisette and Voile Curtaining offered at 25c a yard with a large varied assortment and decorative borders. 12 1 2c Cretonne at 12 and 3 4c a yard due to limited quantity. Heavy cretonne fabrics for drapes and coverings. Comfort Sateens at 35c a yard in merzerized quality with new designs and colors. Floor location: Hird Floor The Bon Marche.
Advertises heavy Kimono Flannelette for warm kimonos with yard lengths up to 10 yards and yard-wide floral patterns. Also lists Lancaster Apron Gingham in standard first quality checks, lengths to 10 yards, plus 36 inch Percale in dark blue and light shades. Lower Main Floor The Bon Marche.
An ad at The Bon Marche promotes Boy Scout Hose priced 35c each or 3 pairs for $1.00. The stockings are fast black with elastic ribbed legs and seamless feet, available in sizes 6 to 11, and sold on the upper main floor.
The Bon Marche offers a vast ribbon assortment on the upper main floor with heavy taffeta moire and novelty striped ribbons. Wide five to six inch ribbons include warp print designs and rich brocade effects in many shades. Plenty of table space shows numerous attractive options.
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