Escape of Henry Roberts and Gillies from Olympia Jail
Henry Roberts and J. F. Gillies escaped from the Olympia county jail on July 8 and were tracked across multiple states. Roberts confessed aiding Gillies with disguises, including spectacles and false whiskers, and noted a town marshal’s discovery of names and addresses in Brighton. Gillies allegedly traveled toward Nebraska after splitting from Roberts in Oregon.
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Police Crack Down on Illicit Liquor Near Soft Drink Rooms
Day and Night drug store was wrecked as part of a police sweep against speak easy operations tied to a Bil ling s ley blue book. Chief Rockingham orders raids on liquor spots. Mayor Gill backs action to halt illicit sales. Loura Collier's soft drink pool room was wrecked after a police raid. J L Omera, a clerk, was arrested for bootlegging.
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Alaska Steamship Announces Seattle to Philadelphia Canal Service
Officials of the Alaska Steamship Co. release a Seattle to Philadelphia schedule via the Panama Canal. The steamer Alaska is withdrawn from Far North service and refitted for passenger service through the canal. First sailing set for November 22 with arrival in Philadelphia on December 21.
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Plans for World War Memorial Day Observance in Seattle
A Seattle Commercial Club committee plans an International memorial day marking the end of the second year of the great war. Mass meeting set for Sunday at Volunteer Park at 6 p m with speakers Mayor Gill Rabbi Koch Mrs C E Bogardus and Rev Silsley. Plan approved by Central Labor Council Seattle Ministers Federation and Central Council of Social Agencies.
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Benefit Dance Aids Seattle Troop Families
Proceeds from a Red Cross dance at the Armory Wednesday night will aid 100 Seattle families of troops serving on the Mexican border. The Armory is donated and part of Wagner's band will be provided free. Civic clubs supply ushers.
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Withhold Payment Against Manhattan Contracting Co
County commissioners have withheld a monthly pay warrant for 8880 dollars owed to Manhattan Contracting Co, builders of a steel bridge across the Duwamish River, citing creditors’ suite.
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Star Want Ads Offer Bargains on Acreage
If you are seeking land, Star Want Ads list multiple acreage bargains, providing opportunities to compare prices and locations in a compact classified update.
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Louise Glaum Finally Gets Real Star Roles in Siren Pictures
Louise Glaum, long in minor parts with Triangle, is set to star in Honor Thy Name and follow with The Wolf Woman and Somewhere in France. Her rise is highlighted amid a slate of film and stage reviews including Under Two Plages featuring Theda Bara and other current works.
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France
Louise
Theda Bara
Strand Theatre
Pires
Clemmer Theatre
Lina Cavalleri
Sir Tom Wins Third Lap Against Defender and Spray
The yacht Sir Tom triumphed in the third lap of a race against Defender and Spray yesterday. Defender and Spray trailed as Sir Tom took the lead and secured the leg win in a tight contest on the water.
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Seattle Fleet Resumes Old Schedule Amid Longshoremen Strike
Seattle agents of the Pacific Coast Steamship Co announce the California fleet will resume its old timetable despite the ongoing longshoremen strike. Ships depart Seattle for the South at 11 p.m. Mondays and 11 a.m. Fridays and stop at Victoria, B C.
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Portland Wife Sues for Divorce Over Sleep Talk
Mrs Charles Embody wife of a Portland lumberman worth about 150000 filed suit for divorce and 750 a month alimony after hearing her husband talk in his sleep mentioning another name.
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Charles Embody
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Divided on Wages in District No 10 Mine Dispute
Demands of District No 10 United Mine Workers for a 56 percent wage increase were sent to a joint miners and operators committee to report in two weeks. No agreement was reached at a conference with the Washington Coal Operators Association at the Labor Temple.
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Distribution of state and county funds to 135 districts
Deputy County School Supt. A. 8. Burrows reports $1,274,441 disbursed to 135 districts for the year, up $84,000 from last year. Funds are apportioned based on pupil enrollment in each district.
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Ministers Meet Opens Sixth Pacific Coast Meeting
The sixth annual Pacific coast theological meeting opens Tuesday night at the M E church with Rev ley of Werminster Pres church and Rev George A as speakers. The gathering continues through Thursday.
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Ley
Werminster Pres Church
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George Hajek to Defend Title at Wilson Playfield
George Hajek born 1915 is set to defend his tennis title against Earl Wilson born 1916 at Wilson Playfield. The junior meet concludes with a late Wednesday evening match at 5 30.
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George Hajek
Earl Wilson
Willard Endurance Boost Promoted By Nuxated Iron
Adopts Willard praise for nuxated iron with Dr. Sauer noting its power to restore strength and vitality. Willard claims regular use aided his boxing wins and urges others to test iron intake, warning against inferior forms and stressing easy absorption.
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Jose Willard
New York
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Willard
Jack Johnson
Frank Moran
Dr. Sauer
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