House Ways and Means Begins Massive War Bond Plan
The House Ways and Means Committee opened debate on a seven and a half billion dollar war bond and certificate proposal from Treasury Secretary McAdoo. The plan authorizes four and a half billion in war bonds plus three billion in increased indebtedness and war saving certificates to fund Allied loans and other obligations. Senate wrangles over the wartime tax bill continue as talks on war profits suspend until Wednesday. Moonlight water at the City Bath House.
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Rioting Troop Disarmament Leads to Texas Tensions
The Twenty fourth infantry detachment linked to Houston disturbances arrived in Columbus under guard and was confined to stockade with all black soldiers disarmed except those not charged. A petition by Senator Sheppard asks President Wilson to remove all Negro troops from Texas due to past incidents.
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Jefferson and Victoria Steamers Collide Near Millbank Sound
Seattle reports a collision yesterday as the steamers Jefferson and Victoria met in Millbank sound. The Jefferson sustained heavy upper-works damage but no injuries among about twenty passengers. Victoria’s damage is believed light. Jefferson holds at Swanson bay awaiting temporary repair before continuing the voyage.
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Jefferson in No Danger After Collision near Dixon's Entrance
Seattle Aug 28 The steamer Jefferson is in no danger of sinking after colliding with the Victorian near Dixon's entrance yesterday. Local officials expect the vessel can return to Seattle for repairs without great risk and a steamer will likely take off passengers before the Jefferson leaves Swanson Bay.
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Nugget Entitlement Sparks Household Dispute
A terse household dispute centers on a Nugget claimed by Mrs Wifey, asserting her entitlement within the home. The request to transfer or grant ownership is pressed by the speaking party to Mr Husband.
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Senate Kills Letter Tax Vote Reforms War Revenue Bill
The Senate rejected the war revenue bill provision taxing one cent on writers and postal cards sent by mail. The measure would have raised postal charges from two to three cents for letters and one to two cents for cards, expected to yield about fifty million dollars yearly. A provision granting soldiers a broad mailing privilege was also dropped.
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Navy designers standardize destroyers across the fleet
Reports from the navy indicate a new destroyer construction method to standardize all destroyers as exact duplicates. The plan aims at rapid production and improved efficiency, with engines assembled at central plants and delivered to shipyards, ensuring faster delivery of new destroyers by early next year.
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Washington
Ketchikan Sails for St Michael with Yukon Freight
The steamer Ketchikan sailed for St Michael on Sunday carrying over three thousand tons of freight for Yukon ports. A large portion is for the Alaska railroad commission at Nenana including 285 tons of steel rails for the Nenana branch of the Seward Fairbanks line.
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Seward-Fairbanks
Italian advance pushes Austrians from key posts near Gorizia
Desperate fighting continues north of Gorizia as Italian troops push forward despite stubborn Austrian resistance. Reports say Italians have captured several important positions and forced retreat, with Austrian withdrawals leaving large amounts of supplies behind.
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Germans Lose and Regain Beaumont Village Fitful Verdun Action
Special to the Nugget reports heavy artillery and infantry fighting around Beaumont on the Verdun sector. German forces retreat from Beaumont then recapture it with superior fore, while fighting along the Chaumat Vacherville road continues. Lens sector battles persist as British flanking attempts abroad cause high casualties.
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Russian commander cites disorganized army amid German advance
Moscow reports a Russian commander admitting grave disorganization within the army. He cites mutinous acts against own regimental officers and mass desertions on the Pigga front, with Siberian rifle units abandoning positions to avoid extermination as the war rages.
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Russian Troops Defect and Desert in Petrograd Front
Reports say a Russian regiment left their trenches near Boyany without enemy contact and refused to return, as government troops push reinforcements to fill gaps. Discontent and desertion fear spread as other units show signs of fear and insubordination.
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British Lines Advance Along St Julien Road
London reports say British forces advanced two thousand yards along the St Julien Perlespelle road in the Flanders sector as a result of morning attacks. German counterattacks on the Inverness copse were repulsed with several prisoners taken.
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Canadians suffer heavily in less fighting
Ottawa reports the weekly Canadian casualty list shows about one thousand lost to killed wounded and missing. Canadian regiments bore the brunt of fierce fighting in the Arras Lens sector and led major advances since the July start of the 1917 offensive.
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Nightly Comedy Stars Anika Wheenherlia in Braaidway Debut
In a witty stage piece, Anika Wheenherlia follows the misadventures of Hine and tie as Victor Monte 1b navigates quirky, ironic missteps. The Protograph program backs the show with satirical dialogue and topical gags.
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Generals Offer Large Troops for European Service
Reports from Accorded Press note generals from southern and central China offering armies of at least fifty thousand men each to serve under the government in Europe. The commanders agree to place their troops at the government’s disposal and the state would cover upkeep costs during national service.
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Alaska Troops to Train at American Lake Camp
An official bulletin says Alaska band and ninety six army cen seria will receive military training at the American Lake training camp near Tacoma Washington. No start date for Alaska quota is given.
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First Bering cod fisher reaches Seattle
The cod fishing schooner Charles Wilson arrived in Seattle from the Bering Sea with a full load of cod. It is the first cod fishing vessel to return from the Bering Sea this summer and many more vessels are expected to reach port in the coming days.
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United States Will Reply To Pope Proposal
Washington officials say the United States will respond to the Vatican peace proposals. Press reports quote state department leaders noting the entente powers favor a prompt answer and caution that concrete terms remain uncertain.
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Wilson Seeks Russian Support Amid World Tensions
President Wilson pledges U S backing to Russia as Allied diplomacy pivots toward Moscow. Officials say the administration plans to extend aid and coordinate policies to influence the European conflict, aiming to shape the direction of allied actions.
American Bank of Alaska Declared Insolvent by Examiner
The Alaska bank, named as the American Bank of Alaska, was declared insolvent by Territorial Bank Examiner Smith. Officials said the bank could repay about ninety percent of deposits, with immediate payout of twenty percent of a 150000 dollar pool and at least forty five percent forthcoming soon. Former cashier A Bruning named receiver.
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Notice of Leaving and Settlement Request
Notice of leaving indicates intent to depart soon and requests prompt payment of all accounts upon presentation. The giver asks those indebted to them to settle quickly and appreciates promptness from both sides.
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