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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 18, 1917

Page

8

Fraser-Paterson Co Offers Mun Singwear Fall Stock

Fraser-Paterson Co announces completed fall and winter stock for women children and men featuring Mun singwear.

Durable Wool Serges for He School Serge

Wool serges described as durable, good looking and shrunk for wear. Reversible and high quality with navy blue, marine, tailor blue, myrtle, Russian green, cardinal, garnet, wine, seal, medium brown and black. 45 inches wide offered at a special value of 1.25.

New School Plaids From Praser-Paterson Co

A new shipment offers dull dark colorings from Australian wools. Durable and attractive with dozens of patterns. Width 40 inches, price 1.50 yards. Praser-Paterson Co, F

Praser-Paterson Co

Tourist Rate Hearing Held on Differential Abolition

The Interstate Commerce Commission hearing examined extending the abolition of the $17.50 differential against the Northwest by Southern Pacific to Rock Island and Santa Fe lines. C. R. Marshall presided at the federal building with C. A. Reynolds pressing to broaden the ruling. Rock Island official C. R. Andrews testified to operating costs, the sole witness, as Marshall prepares a report for the ICC.

Interstate Commerce Commission Northwest Southern Pacific Railway Rock Island & Santa Fe Railway C. R. Marshall Marshall Federal Building C. A. Reynolds Rock Island The Star Cc. R. Andrews Reynolda

U. S. Gunner Found in German Prison Camp

William Albert Miller of Chicago, a gun crew member aboard the Campania sunk August 11, is officially reported to be in a German prison camp at Blandensburg. Four other Campania crew members, including Captain Oliver, had already been located in German camps. Miller’s mother is Elizabeth Grebeck of 8845 Burley Ave., Chicago.

Washington Albert Miller Chicago Blandensburg Capt Oliver Miller Elizabeth Grebeck Burley Ave

Pope Delays Kaiser Reply Amid Vatican Retreat

Rome dispatch says the Vatican will not publish the central powers' reply to the pope's peace note until after the pope and Vatican clergy finish a week's annual retreat. Teutonic replies are awaited and will be published in full after the war ends.

Rome Vatican United Press

Pope Elevates Two American Bishops

The papal legation announced the appointments of Right Rev. J. Henry Tiden of Lincoln Nebraska as bishop of Denver Colorado and Rev. John J. Cantwell of San Francisco as bishop of Los Angeles.

Washington J. Henry Tiden Lincoln Neb Denver Colo John J. Cantwell San Francisco Los Angeles

Ancient Chinese university library houses 182 stone tablets

The School of the Sons possessed a vast library dating back a millennium before Christ, consisting of 182 stone tablets cataloged as part of its scholarly collection.

School of the Sons

Marines Guard Ships Tied Up In Big Strike

United States marines were deployed to Union Iron Works San Francisco to guard government ship construction halted by a major strike. Capt. Harry G. Leopold ordered saloons within half a mile closed, with more marines possibly sent to Oakland and Alameda yards. The federal adjustment board was urged to accelerate mediation efforts to settle the Bay district dispute amid reports of impending sympathy walkouts by lumber workers along the Columbia River.

United Press San Francisco United States Union Iron Works Mare Island Harry G. Leopold U. S N Leopold Iquar Oakland Alameda Federal Adjustment Board Seattle Portland Bay District Iron Trades Council

Canadians Suffer Small Losses in Bitter Lens Fight

Canadian casualties in the Lens fighting during August were 7,586 in dead wounded and missing. Of these 907 were killed 13 died of wounds 6,183 wounded 11 captured 2 died as prisoners 145 missing and 25 died of disease. The figures credit British barrage and preparatory fire for protection of troops.

Ottawa Ont Lens House of Commons

Five Models From New Autumn Coat Shipment

The article previews 200 new autumn coats for women and misses highlighting styles in Pom-Pom, Wool Velour, Broadcloth, Bolivia and Plush. It notes black and dark tones with fur or plush trims to enhance richness and describes five models sketched from the shipment.

Bolivia

Fashionable Home Sewn Coats With Plush Accents

A display of several long coats priced from 25 to 45 dollars features double belts, self covered buttons, and plush collars in mole color crushed plush. Each coat is lined with satin or silk and offers varied belt and pocket detailing, showcasing 48 inch and double breasted styles.

Five Boys Held for Theft of Machines

Five alleged auto thieves were arrested Monday in connection with the theft of property owned by J. N. Jackson of Lowman & Hanford Co and J. H. Patterson of Seattle Construction & Dry Dock Co. Leslie Jones and Roy Althiser were named as gang members. Gordon Carter and Reginald Land formed the second group. Theodore Martel was arrested with the first pair but claimed no knowledge of the car's theft and was held as a witness.

J. N. Jackson Lowman & Hanford Co J. H. Patterson Seattle Construction & Dry Dock Co Leslie Jones West 83Rd Et Roy Althiser West Sord St Gordon Carter Reginald Land 34Th Ave. W Theodore Martel Weat 57Th At

Bryan denounces free speechers at Lyceum convention

William Jennings Bryan told about 1,000 delegates that those who press free speech against the government are promoters of anarchy. He warned that division or debate now would prolong the war and raise costs, stressing the quickest exit is straight through.

United Press Chicago William Jennings Bryan International Lyceum Association

One Thousand Steel Workers Strike at Jones & Laughlin Plant

About 1000 furnace department employees of Jones & Laughlin Steel Co walked out at the Pittsburgh plant, crippling production. Officials reported no grievances. the strike aimed to allow formation of a protective union and protest the Saturday layoff of 130 workers.

United Presse Pittsburg Jones & Laughlin Steel Co Big Second Co

Washington school enrollment rises to 310336

Olympia August 18 to Sept 18 report shows 310336 children enrolled in Washington state schools, up 5746 from last year. Data released by state superintendent Mrs Josephine Preston.

Olympia Washington Josephine Preston

Odd Room-Size Rugs Offered in Unusual Sizes

Local retailer advertises room size rugs in unusual dimensions at notably low prices. The catalog highlights odd lengths and roomwork made in house with strong value for buyers seeking nonstandard carpet sizes.

Eiderdown Robing 50c Yard for Home Use

Eiderdown Robing offered for custom bath and lounging robes with conventional and small floral patterns on light, medium and dark grounds. Two-tone plain reversible effects in navy gray pink and blue. Infant robes blankets and kimonos include chicken and small floral patterns on light pink and blue grounds backed with white. First Floor.

EADY

Corduroy Robes Special at Two Ninety Five

The advertisement highlights corduroy lounging robes priced at 2.95 with exceptional quality and careful tailoring. It notes attractive color options and mentions a rose color among choices.

Confessions of a Wife and a Live Oak Mystery

Confusing tale includes a letter revealing health worries and devotion between Dick and Margie as they discuss Jim, past friendships, and a future together. A note on New Orleans notes a live oak growing from a telephone pole, rooted by an acorn.

New Orleans

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