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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1921

Page

24

War to be declared on cancer in the nation

New York reports cancer more deadly than tuberculosis with 180000 deaths nationwide last year and 5961 in New York in 1920. The American Society for the Control of Cancer launches a national cancer week with lectures and literature. Marie Curie will assist, sailing May 1, and radium worth 100000 dollars will be presented. The New York legislature funds radium to aid cancer checks. Public education will outline cancer risks and urge consulting qualified doctors.

New York America Department of Health American Society For the Control of Cancer Mme Marie Curie France New York State American Society Educa Robert G. Mead

Ellis Island to be cleaned up by 1

The Harding administration vows immediate action to remedy conditions at Ellis Island immigration station following a conference with leaders aware of the situation. Commissioner general of immigration W. W. Husband announced quick measures after health commissioner Dr Royal S Copeland accused the island of pestilence threatening the nation.

Washington Harding Ellis Island W. W. Husband Royal Copeland New York City Flite

Cancer Awareness: Early Recognition and Prompt Surgery

Public health message emphasizes cancer is noncommunicable and not inherited. Early, painless onset often goes unnoticed, but recognizing symptoms quickly leads to timely surgical treatment.

Grape in Her Attic Woman Arrested

Police found six gallons of grape in the attic of 4301 34th Ave. Mra. Johnson aged 25 was arrested and released on $5006 bond after Thursday afternoon discovery by dry squad officers.

al. Johnson 34Th Ave Mra. Johnson

Arrest of John Weatherspoon on pipe thong charges

A man named John Weatherspoon was arrested on Thursday afternoon at First Ave and Virginia St after authorities found a piece of pipe and a leather thong in his possession. Chad Ballard effected the arrest.

John Weatherspoon We Chad Ballard First Ave Virginia St

Hold Funeral for Fire Dept. Veteran

Funeral services for Capt. R. W Norris, a veteran of the fire department, were held at Bonney-Watson parlor on Thursday afternoon under the auspices of the Elks, with interment in Lakeview Cemetery.

R. W Norris Fire Department Bonney-Watson The Elks Lakeview Cemetery

Cronkhite Case In Coma State, Federal Says

Federal officials said Thursday the Cronkhite murder case remains in a coma like state, with developments in the May proceedings still quiescent. The report notes the case involving Cronkhite has not advanced, keeping details minimal as authorities monitor the situation.

Cronkhite

Red Front Stores Offer Deep Discounts to Raise Cash

The Merchants' Board of Trade plans a Saturday sale at both Red Front Stores to quickly raise $40,000 by slashing prices on high grade men and women clothing, shoes, and accessories. Vast stock expected to attract shoppers with substantial savings on all items. OVER 200 DOZEN ARROW DOLLARS ALL SIZES, 25¢ VALUES.

Northwest Red Front Merchants’ Board of Trade, Inc

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