25 Apr 1922
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1922
Page
1
A jumble of political quips and satirical lines blurs with headlines about Dempsey in Paris and local governance. The fragmentary text references a mock campaign slogan, a mayoral race, and a drift of humorous and ironic notes on journalism and politics.
A dramatic Seattle campaign centers on Dr. E. J. Brown a former socialist backed by Associated Industries Union League insiders and big business interests and alleged crooked politicians. The piece labels Brown as a front for reactionary forces with Dan Landon presented as clean progressive alternative.
The Star highlights enticing bargains in today’s advertising columns promising savings for the average family. Es winners in The Star's Letter-Writing Contest will be announced tomorrow.
Mary Louise Pebb of New Orleans won 16 prizes during the Milk Drive in New York City. The young contestant collected awards across multiple events, highlighting her early success at a national charity drive.
A political reporter admits error after claiming Dr Brown was radical and campaigned with radicals. The piece contrasts past quotes from 1914 about workers, socialism, and democracy with Brown's present stance, noting Swalwell Kelleher and Rainier club members skeptical of his leadership.
Brig. Gen. Adamson of the free state troops at Athlone was shot by mutineer officers who seized headquarters after the murder. Dublin's general strike proceeded with no major incidents though the killing stirred loyalists against rebels. About 122000 workers reportedly joined the strike, while an unknown group posted a manifesto calling on labor to seize Ireland, which was ignored as workers showed support for the government.
Tokyo reports three Japanese soldiers killed when a railway train north of Vladivostok was dynamited by Reds said to be connected with the Far Eastern republic. No official confirmation. Announcement of a new division of Japanese replacement troops arriving in Siberia signaling continued occupation.
Lew Brody a 21 year old boxer died after a bout at the Broadway Athletic club. He struggled to his feet at the referee count of nine after being knocked down in the ninth round against Frank Pitcher and died from a fractured skull. Pitcher and his manager were cleared by Brooklyn police.
Representatives of veterans groups in Washington accept the Smoot-McCumber soldier bonus concept in a Finance Committee meeting. The plan centers on a 20 year life insurance style program with potential bank loan provisions after three to five years, pending Senate Republican approval.
Woodie the year old boy who appealed to The Star to find him a father has achieved his goal. Woodie was told he was adopted on trial by a Seattle businessman.
Fort Worth Texas reports ten believed dead after floods and storms caused river flooding and widespread damage. Seven and a half inches of rain spurred high Trinity river floodwaters up to 15 feet. dozens were rescued as water surged through the city.
The Municipal league backed Dr. C. W. Sharples for a three-year school board term and endorsed Dean Burkheimer. Dr. Charles C. Tiffin drew criticism as unfit. For a one-year term, Claude H. Eckart and George H. Revelle plus E. F. Taylor were endorsed, with other figures receiving mixed mentions.
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