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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1920
Page
9
In Nostown on Aug 3 the run on Charles Ponzi’s office continued after a newspaper alleged insolvency. Promoter Ponzi denied the charges while his publicity agent William McStaster reiterated them. Investors lined up at dawn outside the Bell Indiana tavern office, more than 380 people waiting before opening.
In WABHOUGAL Washington August B a hearing is set before Justice J P Thomas for Alvin Stegerwald Homer Maulding and Dr Walter Groth on allegations of branding with a red hot iron and whipping Groth The dispute stems from a complaint by Mrs Biergerwald about an alleged assault on her husband and a plan to meet in a barn with the branding to occur next morning.
In Chicago Aug, a wealthy Highland Park resident won a $1 verdict after spending an estimated $20,000 pursuing a suit against the Purity Fee Company to force its factory relocation near his home. The case lingered in court for about a year.
NEW YORK Aug. 3 They are preparing for prohibition in Spain. Three hundred fifty wine growers from the land of the Dons have sold their vineyards in the belief that the world will soon be dry and have come to America to buy something more precious than the stuff they sold
The clipping lists multiple deaths with ages and addresses, a batch of marriage licenses for Seattle area residents, and several divorces granted. Names include Perry Emplorey 84, Zora Seth Bonn 69, Sophia Kieeman, Jennie Cassell, Thomas Tevane 74, and many others from Seattle, Tacoma, Bellevue, and surrounding towns. The notices mix hospital references, residences, and public records.
Aug 3 Boston report shows Charles Pons claims to have earned 4.5 million dollars in under eight months by trading foreign currencies at discounts, sending funds abroad and redeeming international reply coupons at par. Governments failed to curb profit taking as Ponzi assists in inquiries. Investors reportedly reaped large gains.
Mrs Harding speaks on destiny and astrology aiding her husband’s rise. She recalls foreseeing Calvin Coolidge’s 1920 Chicago convention win and explains how she shields disappointment. Known as the Duchess she manages affairs and rejects wedding rings as a sign of identity.
Bremerton Aug 3 Sheriff Sam Davis investigates the hanging of Mrs Daniel N Roderitch mother of six found suspended from a clothesline in her Silverdale home. Husband held pending inquiry neighbor Ole Anderson found her before life ended. Roderitch, a Puget Sound Navy Yard employee, claimed ignorance and said it must have been suicide.
Reports from El Paso indicate Francisco Villa has reached Torreon to surrender to the government yet observers doubt his intent. locals note Villa’s history of deception and doubt he will disband his military organization or retire quietly. They warn that if he settles on a ranch a guarded, protected setup would be necessary.
President Wilson has recovered enough that Admiral Grayson, his physician, expects to take a vacation soon. Grayson said the past seven days were the president's finest week since he fell ill.
Ceotrie Karnacachanes of Mercer Island offers a 500 dollar reward for the capture of Jim Sphyridia the Greek pitcher alleged to have killed Mary Jane Pap pas daughter of Karacachanes and niece of Greek Consul C D Lilipou lon. Sheriff Stringer plans to add 1000 dollars for the arrest. Sphyridia last seen near North Bend and on Lake Washington east shore in hiding with clothing and effects left at the farm. He is described as a 37 year old Greek man five feet eight inches tall with a large black mustache now shaved off.
Prosecutor Brown released a telegram from Mayor Toomey of Fresno confirming the Whitney Boys Chorus tour to Seattle was to proceed. Rev A G Murphy had argued the Seattle parents were deceived and that the boys were not properly fed or treated. Toomey said he investigated and found conditions satisfactory and urged informing parents.
The sentence notes a French tax on the speaker that muted dance and amusement halls during wartime, reflecting wartime controls on entertainment and revenue measures impacting cultural venues.
Premier Millerand stated France would recognize the Bolshevik government once it assumes the international obligations of the former Russian regime. He demanded payment of debts and adherence to treaties, while noting Moscow must prove sincerity before any diplomatic relations resume. He urged U.S. participation and pledged Polish support with arms if talks fail.
Atlantic City sees higher candy prices as Confectionery Salesmen's association head W. J. Hopkins warns of yearly increases. Scarce and costly sugar and raw materials push up costs with no immediate relief expected for all grades, especially fancy candy.
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