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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1921
Page
1
A historical report details a violent assault linked to Ku Klux Klan activity. The piece discusses rising Klan presence across the South and in Texas and questions the methods and era of the organization.
A Kansas City Star correspondent reports on the Klan’s flourishing amid uprisings and lawlessness in Texas. The piece contrasts early Klan claims with modern actions, noting outrages and public reaction. It discusses perceived public support and warnings, framing the clan as increasingly visible and controversial.
In Roseburg Oregon rumors swirl around Dr Brumfield amid claims of arson losses and large life insurance. The narrative mentions a blackmail scheme and a female involvement while noting the author records only facts. He later phones his wife and leaves for his office.
Poverty stricken Nick Medt leapt from a boat in mid Atlantic. A floating plank bumped him, he rode it to Long Beach and survived. He now says he is willing to live.
Reverend P. C. Forseth was tackled by two armed men in Fond du Lac Wisconsin on August 5. They robbed him of 300 dollars and bound him to a tree with a gag in his mouth before fleeing. Police investigated the assault and sought suspects.
A proposal to cut taxes is presented to Gov Hart's taxation committee. The panel plans a session at 10:30 a m on August 9 in the 512 Hinckley building to review the plan and consider recommended reforms.
Walter Poster, a cattleman, was attacked by a mother bear with three cubs near Asheville North Carolina and killed the bear with a pocket knife. Miss Martha W. Burbank, 28, died Thursday at the home of her sister, Mrs. G. N. Angell, 2329 N. Gil et s t. The body lies at Bonney Watson's undertaking parlor.
Durham scene as Bruce Craven head of the Knights of the Ku Klux Klan orders the NC chapter dissolved. He calls the organization an unlawful fraud and says it operates only to collect initiation fees. He informs Col William J Sim mons, imperial wizard, of the action.
In Tenaha Texas a small town with about 600 residents becomes a focal point as gossip about Beulah Johnson, a 27 year old woman living at the Berry house, spreads through the community. The piece notes the town's notoriety and compares Tenaha to Shady Bend Kansas for similar rumors without Ku Klux involvement.
Lord Northcliffe praising President Harding and Secretary Hughes after their Washington meeting says a failed conference could revive arms races and old war fears. He argues the gathering may shape world peace and prosperity, noting Britain’s reduced postwar navy and the need for a lasting pacific accord.
Washington awaits replies from France Italy Japan and China before issuing a formal call for the Washington disarmament and Pacific conference. The event would open November 11 if no objections arise, with Great Britain agreeing to any date desired by the United States.
Joseph Maars ten year old orphan allegedly beaten by Rev. Adolph Museh of the Evangelical Orphans home due to his inability to learn German. Museh to face trial here on charges of assault and battery.
A sleeping man on a bench in Los Angeles claims to be Ben L. Cumbus, postmaster of Hahira, Georgia. He says his last memory is applying for a vacation on March 1 and the incident occurred in Terehing Square.
In St. Louis on August 6 officers raided a barn said to be rented to Sheriff John Willmann and seized two stills and a quantity of whisky.
Senator Borah of Idaho introduces a resolution proposing reduction of the army to 100000 men in Washington on August 5. The measure aims to scale back forces as part of wartime policy.
The young Thelma Thorpe and local customers cheer Secretary Mellon’s suggestion to repeal war tax on ice cream and soda water. N C Riley proclaims himself Bartell Drug store’s top soda dispenser near Fifth Ave and Pike St. The report notes price consistency at Bartell’s while discussing broader tax and budget notes from Mellon and Dawes and a call by Dr Ritter for population control to ease future economic strain.
The Ways and Means Committee pins hopes on Henry Dawes to cut the year's federal outlays by about 1 billion dollars below the Mellon estimate. Dawes may unveil a program to trim expenses, with industry critics warned of strict cuts to curb government extravagance.
Dr. William E. Ritter, UC Scripps scientist and AAAS leader, says limiting Japan’s population through birth control could solve the Pacific crisis. He proposes an international science congress to discuss population limits alongside Harding’s forthcoming talks in Washington.
Dr William E Ritter urges limits on offspring arguing four children per family suffice for quality upbringing. He says fewer children would improve the nation and better prepare both mothers and fathers for parenthood.
Ed Hagen once a Seattle police hero and famed for boldness is now a federal convict seeking parole. He served four months of a two year sentence on a bootlegging charge and has ten letters to the U S Attorney Saunders pleading for a lease. Sheriff Starwich and Prosecutor Douglas caution against early release while Police Chief Searing praises Hagen as a fearless officer turned prisoner.
Helga Sorenson writes to Tom confessing she never loved him and rejects marriage for personal freedom. She admits viewing him as a financial safety, vows to pursue an uncharted life, and signals a new chapter ahead as she launches toward an independent future in The Seattle Star.
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