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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1919
Page
7
An advertisement extols the Anchor Plate's precise bite after an impression of the mouth. It claims light, strong materials, no rubbing, and a natural feel, with a trial plate and patient-involved fitting. It promises no pain or pay.
In Seattle the women’s Victory loan committee on the Rail way Exchange building fourth floor organizes a 3000 strong volunteer army for the April 21 to May 10 drive. They plan house to house canvassing, downtown booths, club speeches, and a children’s parade to educate households and fund Uncle Sam’s costs. Mrs Grace Manners Brougham and Mrs Frederick Bausman move efforts, with Mrs David J. Grant as executive secretary. contact 402 Railway Exchange for volunteers.
In Brussels on April 11 Prince Rup precht of Bavaria admired a historic gallery in a former burgomaster's mansion. He debated taking pieces but was warned by the owner that any theft would be noted by American connoisseurs with a 1913 catalog. Rupprecht departed without removing any paintings.
Mrs Emma Carson receives 20000 damages after a jury verdict found Washington Stevedoring Co negligent in the death of her husband James Carson, a laborer killed when a steel plate was lowered. The suit claimed negligence of the foreman who ordered him under the plate. Carson earned about 200 monthly. suit sought 40000. Mrs Carson has three children. Attorneys were Frank Boyle and George Hannan.
The Makura of the Canadian Australian line docked at Victoria British Columbia after a stormy voyage from the Antipodes. Notable passengers included Sir Charles Davison chief justice of Suva Sir Walter Buchan member of the Australian legislative council and Major Sir Robert Walker formerly of the Coldstream Guards. The ship stayed an hour then proceeded to Vancouver to discharge most of its cargo.
Dallas reports show North Texas organizing a relief campaign for Wednesday’s storm damage. Funerals for most of the seven known dead were held yesterday as towns report heavy property losses from wind and torrential rains.
Sacramento April 11 United Press reports Senator Inman secured withdrawal of a bill amid public pressure over Oriental immigration. The senate sent a cable to Secretary Lansing stating no further such legislation will be introduced this session despite demands for action. The plea cites deference to President Wilson and aims to avoid future state measures on the issue.
In San Francisco on April 11 Patrolman Savage stopped a nude woman wired toward a plunge into a bar. She identified herself as Anne Dentoni, 24, a divorcee, unhappy and seeking death. He compelled her to dress. she is held for investigation.
T. & Toby, president of Rainier Valley State Bank, arrives in Florida after a continent spanning auto trip from San Francisco. He and wife plan to return to Seattle by car in spring, covering nearly 7000 miles. Also, Mary Brennan, 66, who escaped Sedro Woolley asylum, was recaptured and returned to the hospital.
The Palace Hip opens with the rural life sketch Hokum as the comedy feature of the new bill. Homburg and Lee follow with a clever character bit and a green office boy act. An Australian razzle act draws praise, Howe and team perform The Loan Shark, EK. Wille and company present acrobatics while Holland and Cathren sing and dance.
The 163rd Weld Hospital company from Seattle, under Major Ostrom, mobilized in 1917 at Camp Murray and served in France from Langres to the Argonne. They earned praise for tireless care in Nancy and Gros front areas, with no casualties, and faced dangers along bombing raids while transporting patients.
Idaho April 11 reports indicate Boise valley fruit suffered no damage from the recent white frost. A county farm adviser investigation finds only some apricot trees in blossom show minor effects at 27 degrees, with horticulturists predicting normal crops overall.
An OCR readout promotes Florence Upstairs Store at Second and Union highlighting Spring SUIT COAT DRESS and WAIST with emphasis on patience and positive thinking. The misspelled lines of text mention pricing and service while urging shoppers to visit for apparel.
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