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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1919
Page
8
Chicago report states ten thousand steel workers in Gary Joliet and South Chicago were idle as the railway shopmen strike halted equipment. It warned steel furnaces could close within a week if settlement fails. About 150000 workers nationwide strike with 30000 in Chicago, and 2500 shop men renewed their vow not to quit.
Chicago authorities and the state utilities commission say seven and eight cent fares will begin tomorrow on surface and elevated lines to fund increased wages from last week’s four day traction strike. Surface cars are five cents and elevated lines cost six cents.
Harry Wilson former member of the state industrial insurance commission will describe his experiences as a YMCA worker in France at a meeting of the Young Men's Republican club next Tuesday noon.
Funeral services for Ray Williams Jones 64 vice president of British American Lumber died Friday at his home 114 15th Ave North were held Sunday afternoon from Bonney-Waston undertaking parlors.
Oscar W. Lawler former federal district attorney for Southern California and his wife were burned in a double blast at their home. Police investigated three theories including threats from past cases and connections to a Mexican revolutionary plot. Lawler and his wife fought for survival as neighbors aided them while a brave climb from the roof followed.
Mrs Mary Mc Whorter of Chicago, head of the AOH auxiliary, blamed President Wilson for Ireland's non independence. She told Holy Names academy listeners 620000000 Americans oppose the League of Nations and warned of Ireland's treatment. She noted her links to Eire's President De Valera and a $6 million loan drive, with future talks planned in Everett and Tacoma.
A young widow resists a man who tries to kiss her and falls short. The incident underscores her stance against unwanted advances and reflects social pressures of romance in her circle.
Theodore Peterson 68 fell from Bell street dock to a barge and into Elliott Bay. He broke an arm and endured thirty minutes in the water before three passersby Harry Nelson Thomas Turner and J Giger rescued him. His condition improved Monday morning.
The fourth annual Rainier Festival street carnival opened Saturday night by the Young Men's Business club of Rainier Valley at Columbia. Club members report the largest attendance to date and a fireworks display closed the event.
Washington officials weigh plans to lower living costs by allowing wheat at market price and selling flour to the public at a loss. Aimed at reducing bread to six cents a loaf, the proposal would use up to half of a 1 billion dollar guarantee.
M. P. Goodner director of the state veterans welfare commission warns citizens that many alleged ex soldiers begging on Beattie streets are imposters. He directs victims to Red Cross and War Camp Community Service aid and notes the Soldiers club at Fourth Ave and Cherry St offers beds meals and job help. Police will enforce anti begging regulations with perceived former soldiers.
About fifty veterans from Repair Unit 309 Motor Transport and Signal corps will arrive at 9 p m Monday and be hosted by Red Cross and War Camp Community Service at the Soldiers and Sailors' club. They depart for Camp Lewis Tuesday morning. Seattle detachment members include I G Rebhohn B H Rinosky and L G Spaulding. Ninety five more men will pass through on Tuesday noon en route to Camp Lewis.
Loule Fock accused of shooting Loule Wing four times at a hotel on Seventh Ave and King Street July 27 was charged with first degree assault Saturday and released on 2000 dollars bail Wing remained in Providence Hospital and was expected to recover
William W. Hopkins, 56, collapsed from a heart attack during a comedy film in a San Francisco theatre last night. He died before the lights could be turned on, beside his wife, as patrons laughed.
A community note emphasizes that acts of charity benefit both giver and receiver, urging participation in local aid programs. Officials say generosity strengthens social bonds and supports vulnerable residents during the season.
In ancient China, Empress Si Ling Chi gathered silk worm cocoons in Huang-Ti's garden around 2700 B C. She discovered reelable silk and wove shimmering fabrics. To this day she is worshiped as the Goddess of the Silk Worms.
Demonstrations display broad silk fabrics on living models featuring original blouse and frock designs.
To the woman who understands good quality in silk these Black Taffeta Coats will appeal. The lines are straight, belted and fastened with a novelty clasp. Fringe ends the deep flaps on the long pockets. A large sailor collar completes the effect. The price for Silk Week is $15.00. Second floor.
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