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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1920
Page
15
Federal Prohibition Commissioner John F. Kramer weighs warrants and warrantsless entries after complaints of agents forcing way into private homes. The ruling clarifies Fourth Amendment boundaries and permits home cider presses for personal use with limits, while illegal production remains prohibited.
In the last sixteen months Italy imported more than 2,000,000 tons of American coal. The surge reflects growing energy ties between Italy and the United States amid global coal market shifts.
Pastor H. W. Reed denounces the old view that uric acid causes rheumatism and urges reconsideration of treatments. He cites decades of study by a veteran authority and claims many have suffered under the false belief while effective approaches exist.
The Chamber of Commerce chorus of 39 performed at the regular monthly song festival in Woodland Park drawing a large crowd of tourists and citizens. A box picnic preceded the program and visitors are invited to future sings.
An old advertorial urges readers to take Bitro-Phosphate, a pure organic phosphate, to boost nerve strength and endurance. It claims improved mood, concentration, and a younger appearance, marketed through druggists and tied to physician endorsements.
Col Dockery on recruiting work transferred from the adjutant general's office in Washington D C. Lieut Col Oliver Hart Dockery Jr now assists Col Otho W B Farr in Seattle recruiting service duties.
Seattle audiences will see the John Robinson circus open August 5 and 6 featuring a record menagerie. New stars include Tubby the baby hippo Corto the under four foot elephant, three elephant herds and famed lion cubs. Estimated cost runs 350000 to 400000 not counting cages transport or feeding. Daily animal feeding costs reach about 1000 with varied diets including fish beef and cereals.
Earl Showalter, 20, was jailed on an open charge after Sparrow confronted him and another man in front of a home at 509 W Roy. Sparrow claimed the pair tried to steal his car, the second man escaping.
The Bureau of Missing Relatives seeks Charles M. Johnson believed to be in Seattle for his niece Mies Katherine Rader of Harton Pennsylvania. Casper spariari reports Casparian may be reached via No. 12 J Reynolds Tobacco Co Winston Salem NC. The Bureau of Fisheries reports a glue source from fur seal flippers.
An advert offers Blood-Iron Phosphate from Owl Drug Co as a three weeks treatment for underweight individuals. It guarantees results with improved strength, eyesight, nerves, and vitality or money back. Sold only in original three week packages at $1.50 per package, $0.50 a week.
George F. Melly 66 of Sedro Woolley died at home Friday. His funeral was held at St James cathedral at 11 this morning with Rev T J McHugh officiating and burial in Calvary cemetery. He is survived by his brother Walter F Melly of Denver.
G A Renner, 49, of 1818 Sintave, died at Minor hospital Monday evening after a brief illness. Survived by widow Frances Menner and brother Bydney Stener. Body at Butterworth awaiting funeral arrangements.
The left hand of W. M. Steadman, 43, a carpenter, was caught in a press while working on the University of Washington Stadium. He lives at 4901 Brooklyn Ave and is in General Hospital, with fears of possible amputation.
A fragmented report notes increasing American travel to Japan in 1920 with 1 044 visitors counted for the year, while Korean powder production is mentioned as far back as 200 FC, reflecting era commentary on empire and travel.
Allen, 714 26th Ave, filed with the county auditor for the Republican nomination for representative from the 43rd district. August Roehl of Auburn will be a candidate for the Republican nomination for justice of the peace.
Detectives A. A. Brown and L. C. Harris arrested M. Simmons on Sixth Ave and King St Monday. Simmons, 24, colored, wore shoes larger than those on his feet.
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