Fleet Returns to Seattle as Warships Arrive for Homecoming
The Pacific fleet sails into Elliott Bay with battleships New Mexico Idaho Mississippi and more. crowds throng Pike Place Market as sailors in blue and dungaree mingle with locals. Adorned by admiral and officers, the welcome includes receptions at Knights of Columbus, Salvation Army booths, and a festive atmosphere with Chinese and civilian crowds celebrating a landmark homecoming.
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Chinese Welcome Association
Pioneer Square
Seattle
New Mexico
Idaho
Mineris
Gunn. A
Washington
John Y. K. Blakely
Salvation Army
Salvation Laseten
Bay Aide
Elliott Bay
Pike Plate
Docka
Admiral Redman
Great Pencils of Light Mark Sky in Searchlight Display
Searchlights cut across Seattle Harbor revealing ships and the aging fleet. Narrow beams traced anchors and rusting chains while the bay glowed white and the city’s ships reflected a ghostly glow under the night sky.
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Uncle Sam
Profits on Government Canned Goods Under Scrutiny
Chicago wholesalers and grocers earned large profits on government canned foods, according to a citizens commission report. The investigation alleges warehouses held goods during shortages and higher priced brands were relabeled, boosting margins.
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Chicago
Citizens’ Commission
Great Hustle and Bustle as Admiral Comes Aboard
On the flagship, during a bay entry Friday afternoon, sailors Marines and officers paused from after-dinner rest. The band finished. boat call passed. then the buck sounded stand by and excitement rose as the admiral prepared to come up. The marine guard doubled belts and rifles as chiefs shouted and the crew readied above decks.
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Marine Guard
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Night spectacle lights Seattle waterfront in colorful display
Crowds gathered along the Pike Street Bridge and waterfront to witness a dazzling night show. Colored lights and rockets filled the sky, creating flowers and spiderlike shapes that thrilled spectators on piers, roofs, and hills across the city.
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Pike St. Bridge
Armory
Seattle
Town
Wire the candidate who knows his own backers
A concise political note highlights candidate Wire's visibility among supporters and his awareness of backers backing his campaign. The item notes the candidate’s assured backing and the clarity of his voter base as he moves through the race.
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Wire
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