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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1922

Page

13

Coal strike costs nation 750 million as strike extends

Washington reports the eight month coal shortfall will add about 750 million to national costs, with 380 million tons to be mined by April 7823 to meet demand. Prices rose from 2.10 to 3.56 per ton under Hoover era controls, while various industries face higher coal bills and potential rationing amid the strike.

CC. C LYON Washington Peratore Henry Rn Eer Justries

Centralised Amusement Project at Arena for VFW Encampment

The centralised amusement project for the 28th annual VFW encampment and Ninetyfirst Division reunion, August 14 to 19, aims for success. Ralph A. Horrann announced prizes for ticket sales with top seller winning an automobile and second and third place earning trips to New York and Yellowstone vacation, respectively. Department stores and offices assign women as ticket sellers, sparking rivalry as sports and entertainment events are added to attract former service members and the public.

Ralph A. Horr New York Yellowstone National Park

Little Sister of Veterans On Way To West Division Reunion

Virginia Clothier Lesley a former Y M C A worker from Rutledge Pennsylvania sails to Seattle for the Wild West division reunion on August 19 and 20 after word reached reunion headquarters this morning.

Virginia Clothier Lesley Little Aleter Gist Rutledge Seattle

Council Reviews Bridge Compromise Proposal

City officials including the mayor and corporation counsel discussed settling the $150000 lawsuit filed by Straus Pas sewle Bridge Co over patent infringement. In San Mateo a pilfered aircraft stolen from John C. Johneten was reported by an aerial bandit.

Corporation Counsel's Office Brown Straus Passewle Bridge Company San Mateo Cal John C Johneten

1922 Record of Pedestrians Hit by Automobiles

A 1922 report details multiple pedestrian injuries from auto strikes. Wm G Booth 15 Green building bruised after collision with Louis Lorenso 04% 19th Ave N Monday at 12th Ave and Charles St. James Ashley Bovee Jr 1619 Taft St hit by auto. wheel damaged stomach. minor injuries. Peter Tetteng 40 sustaining a broken leg after auto near Second Ave and Marton St. Auto owned by C A Kearney 0947 Eighth Ave N W brakes failed on Marten St. Mrs Lillian Fothergill not injured after being hit by Ernest Baggio 1709 Austrian St crossing Seventh Ave and Sen St. Munter 1414 EB Pine St injured when knocked down by Jack Bedker longshoreman intoxicated. taken to jail. Young Kyren 9 hurt, skull fracture in Providence Hospital after being struck by EB Snellenders Jr 632 Hughbanks Pl while playing near Motor Place and Fremont Ave.

Wm. G. Booth Green Building Louis Lorenso 19Th Ave 12Th Ave Charles St M. J. Collina Spokane James Ashley Bovee, Jr Taftet Fourth Ave Union St James Second Ave Marton Peter Tetteng C. A. Kearney Eighth Ave N. W Second Third Marten St Beventh Ave Sen St Lillian Fothergll Beven Ave Ernest Baggio Auetin San George Munter EB. Pine Jack Bedker Hedker Jalil

Disappears on trolley as deputy sheriffs search

Deputy sheriffs searched Tuesday for Chester Marston, 71, Beattlehomean, who vanished after alighting a Fauntieroy trolley at First Avenue and Pike Street at 3 am. Marston had spent the day at Lincoln Beach. The car conductor said only Moreton and a sailor were aboard, and they exited together.

Chester Marston Beattlhomean First Ave Pike St Lincoln Beach Moreton A Saiior

Hesketh Attacks Oil Station Plan

Councilman Robert B. Hesketh condemned a plan to build an oil station on the triangular park area south of the county city building. A public works resolution to call for bids on the site was before the finance committee. He called the park a breathing space and urged preserving it from a gasoline depot.

Robert BB. Hesketh Board of Public Works Hecketh

Crone Plant Quick Growth Sparks Rapid Flowering

Crone is noted as the fastest growing plant species, capable of flowering and seeding within eight days of planting, highlighting its rapid life cycle and potential agricultural implications.

Recognition of Mexico Near

Mexico City Aug 8 Political observers say U S recognition of Mexico is imminent. Ratification of the treaty with American bankers by President Obregon and a new U S note boost talks of recognition. Some expect within days others sooner as the Mexican congress may back Obregon and ratify De La Huerta’s financial agreement. Obregon reportedly told a prominent American minister that U S and Mexico tensions would soon end.

Frederick Neumipr Mexico City Mexico United States Obregon Ome Mexican Congress New York de la Huerta

Never Bet Advised by Race Idol Frank ONeill

American jockey Frank ONeill, premier rider of French tracks, warns against gambling on harvest races. He reports 14 years in Europe with 1300 wins and 2,000 to 3,000,000 franc prizes, and notes his simple home life in Maisons Lafitte with wife, son, and two daughters. He says he has made money but not huge fortunes and prefers time with his children when not riding.

Milton Bronner Parie Frank O'Neil Bays O'Neil O'Neill Lo Europe O'Neill Montmarte Maisons Lafitte

Legion in Search of New State Commander

As the state convention of the American Legion nears on August 31 in Wenatchee, interest grows in electing a new state commander. Prominent candidates include Maj. Clifford L. Chase mayor of Wenatchee Winfield Tarper Jr. commander of Wenatchee post Ray H. B. Greenwood Kitsap County prosecuting attorney Col. John F Hayden retired Port Townsend and Joseph A. Kindall Bellingham attorney.

The American Legion Wenatchee Clifford L. Chase Winfield Tarper Wenatchee Post Ray HB. Greenwood Kitsap County Col John Lh Hayden Port Townsend Joseph A. Kindall Bellingham

At Bibi Kibat Russia well yields 3.75 million barrels in 30 days

A single off well at Bibi Kibat in Russia is said to have produced about 3.75 million barrels in a 30 day period. The claim highlights output levels at this field and its rapid production rate.

Bibi Kibat Russia Aaid

Allenrho Promises Rheumatism Cure With Money-Back Guarantee

An advertisement touts Allenrho as the sure conqueror of rheumatism. It claims a full pint bottle will end pain and swelling within twenty four hours, with druggists offering a money back guarantee if relief is not achieved. James H. Allen of Rochester, inventor, endorses the product and urges all sufferers to try it.

Elphas R. James H. Allen Rochester N. Y Allenrho Allenrhu

Circus Echoes as They Sound on the Rebound

The crowd enjoys a late carnival scene as clowns, aerial feats, and exotic acts unfold under the big top. Vendors hawk peanuts and novelties while spectators, including a flirtatious woman and a stolid farmer, react to the hoopla and fare. A boy’s ice cream cones complete the nostalgia of the American circus.

Razzaca

Irish freedom and Collins loyal to Ireland’s state

The article portrays Michael Collins torn between comrades and duty to Ireland. It details his Cork origins, rough youth, London clerical work, and roles in Sinn Fein. It recounts his Easter Rising involvement, internment, rise in Irish politics, and dramatic escape acts by hiding and improvising to foil capture.

Free State Collins Ireland Collings Cork County National Public Rosscarberry London

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