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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1922
Page
12
G and Wood of the Olympia notes alleges a $200 sock stash stolen while jailed with hundreds present. police suspect prior theft before arrest for drunkenness. C L Dickson reports losing a $96 bill and a valuable pin after a taxi driver knocked him in Madison Park.
Representatives of three tongs and eight peace commission members met to seek a permanent peace amid the Tong War on the Pacific coast. Gunmen guard tong headquarters as talks proceed despite a February death toll of 11. Hip Sing resistance over releasing jailed members threatens progress.
Gifford Pinchot reenters politics after eight years as a Republican candidate for governor of Pennsylvania. As state forester and head of the National Conservation Association since 1910, he denounces bosses and saloons, endorses prohibition, and predicts women will reshape Pennsylvania politics as Penrose era one man rule ends. The piece notes multiple candidates for governor and two U S Senate vacancies amid shifting party dynamics.
The 1922 state American Legion annual convention dates will be moved to accommodate National Commander Hanford MacNider. The Wenatchee gathering, initially planned for September 1 and 3, will have new exact dates announced by the state executive committee.
Montana residents are to be drawn to Puget Sound by cheaper railroad rates. The Chicago Milwaukee St Paul railway will offer a round trip fare off by a third, per passenger agent A P Chapman.
Lars Larson, 08, remained in the county jail on $500 bonds after Deputy Sheriff Asa Lee found 12 cases of Canadian liquor in Larson's car. Election of permanent officers will be held at the Progressive Business Men's club noon meeting at the Pig'n Whistle on April 26.
N P official J M Rapelje vice president of the Northern Pacific railroad visited Seattle on Wednesday to familiarize himself with conditions in the West. He was joined by C L Nicholson general manager H M Curry general mechanical superintendent H E Stevens chief engineer CC Kyle general storekeeper Newman Kline general superintendent and Dan Pettibone mail traffic manager for the tour.
Everett April 20 Charney Bomar released after Cy Wright of Seattle paid the balance of Bomars heavy fine for Aquor dealing Bomar shot Wright March 4 and was jailed Wright recovered and traveled to Everett to settle the matter saying he had no business being where he got shot.
Mrs. R. J. Linton of Denver Colorado credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with relief from menopausal symptoms after trying various remedies. She followed her husband’s urging to take six bottles and now manages her household and work duties effectively. The advertisement notes many letters like hers are published to encourage use of the product.
Speakers for the Montlake Bridge project will campaign ahead of the May 2 ballot. The initiative plan, approved by the city council, is led by Thomas Askren and a citizens committee with Worrall Wilson as chair and J L Murray as vice chair.
Aberdeen April 20. Dance Sills 24 is in serious condition at home after a bullet from a gun fired accidentally struck him while Lille entered the Western Grocery and Meat Co. store. Jimmy Zieman is held by police for investigation.
A historical report notes that over half of fatal industrial accidents in Ohio involve foreign-born workers. The statement highlights safety concerns for immigrant laborers and calls for improved workplace protections.
Nine capes and stoles taken from regular stock offered for quick disposal. Items include kerami sealplush vari mole in brown taupe black and a Spanish scarf of black Canton Crepe with white lining and fringe. Formerly priced from 13.50 to 15.75, now 8.75 each on Friday.
An assortment of Tweed and Homespun Suits for street and outing wear offered in plain tailored and tuxedo models. Suits feature narrow belts and button trimming with tailored and patch pockets. Colors include tan blue green red periwinkle and other shades at attractive prices.
In Olympia on April 20 six girls escaped from Grand Mound State Training School and were pursued by state and county posses. They bound an attendant with a pillow cane, unlocked a door with her keys, and fled. Superintendent Ida MacQuestion said trouble began last February with a 17 girl insurrection.
Retail grocers endorsed Mrs. Henry Landes and E. L. Blaine for city council Dr. C. C. Tiffin for school director and Julius G. Day for port commissioner Wednesday night.
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