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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1922
Page
1
Seaside humor and city notes report 75 days without rain in Seattle and a Seattle policeman finally capturing Old Joe Bungstarter. The column mocks moonshine, local gossip, and political quips while listing letters and social jests from Sardis.
In a Sacramento region case authorities believe a food refusal sparked a brutal murder. Louisa Balardi and wife, neighbors of the victim, were jailed after the body was found chewed by dogs. Police noted a filth-filled cabin with 20 dogs, few provisions, and torn clothing.
Mayor E J Brown defending Nellie Hartford at the preliminary examination charged that government officials conspired to discredit his administration. Hartford, held on a possession charge, remained at Monroe reformatory with bail set at 2500. The hearing featured accusations of police and district attorney office collusion and federal involvement to derail the Legate case.
Catherine Taylor of 2100 Jackson al alleges in superior court that her husband Maynard L. Taylor kicked her around. She seeks 75 a month alimony and custody of their two minor children in the divorce filing on Wednesday.
Spokane dispatch reports an open switch at Hill Yard allowed a switch engine to collide with a Great Northern eastbound limited. One man, E. J. Boatman of Newport Washington, was hurt with minor injuries as a coach tipped onto its side. The limited was stationary at the time of impact.
Senator Gerry of Rhode Island estimated the McCumber tariff raises America's cost of living by about 870 million dollars, with further increases possible if remaining duties on food and clothing are included. The Cuban sugar duty adds about 210 million to consumers, wool apparel up 550 million, and cotton duties about 111 million.
Bishop Paddock of the Episcopal Church of Oregon is reported slightly better after illness in New York. He has been in the city for treatment and is recuperating, spending several days away from town.
A board of inquiry will begin Thursday to investigate the Monday morning crash of the steamer H. F. Alexander into Cake Rock 26 miles south of Cape Flattery. Captain Bartlett and officers face questions as passengers are questioned. repairs proceed at Harbor Island and the ship is expected to resume the San Francisco run within two trips.
Mrs. Anthony Maloney Johnson died at Columbus sanitarium from corrosive poison after a lovers quarrel with Frank Johnson. She and Johnson were secretly married after last rites. witnesses believed a miracle saved her briefly before her death.
President Harding plans to present to Congress next week a plan for seizing railroads and coal mines if strikes persist. Officials say mediation has failed on rail, and a coal settlement seems unlikely. He seeks congressional sanction and a ready framework to run utilities efficiently. House members were recalled to Washington to prepare for action.
A large section of the coal industry faces possible martial law labor draft in Southern Indiana if state plans fail to relief the fuel shortage. Gov Mc Cray hinted at drastic measures as peace talks in Cleveland drift toward postponement and a nationwide wage scale looms. Leaders from Indiana insurgent operators Illinois mine owners and Southwestern operators largely stay away from the conference.
The light cruiser Raleigh, flagship of the British Atlantic squadron, struck rocks in dense fog in the Strait of Belle Isle. The entire crew was saved.
Geneva reports Capt. H. E. Honeywell of the United States, piloting the balloon Uncle Sam, likely won the James Gordon Bennett cup race. He landed east of Budapest at Tapiogyme, more than 1,000 kilometers from the start, with two other balloons unaccounted for and a slim chance one may still finish ahead.
The six members of the police department who were asked to retire by Chief W. B. Severyns and Mayor B. J. Brown will not be compelled to retire. The officers protested the pension board action after a Tuesday afternoon conference.
Lewis signals the union will circulate any agreement to operators nationwide and sign up as many as possible. He warns that if signing up means mines stay idle, insurgents will sign, asserting determination to mobilize broad support.
Four men from Republic are to face federal charges after depositions by robbery victims described liquor from Canada moving through Ferry county to Spokane. Arrests followed a year of federal surveillance and the escape of Clyne Ledgerwood. Bail set at ten thousand dollars for the four and Ledgerwood if apprehended.
Walter Mosher one of 37 Klansmen on trial for assault to commit murder in the Inglewood raid, according to Chief Deputy Doran. Mosher, wounded in the arm, reportedly said he was glad of the wound and that he attempted to shoot Marshal Woerner, though pain hindered him.
President Harding names George Curry former New Mexico governor as American commissioner to help settle the U S Mexico boundary dispute. Curry's appointment signals a formal step in defining the international line.
One Seattle real estate office promotes a modern home just outside the city units in the North End district. The listing targets buyers seeking a convenient suburban location with updated features and potential interest for quick viewing.
New six room bungalow with concrete all around except interior finish. Two lots, on North Trunk Road just outside city limits. City water and light, two blocks from Interurban, good garage. Full price only 1600 dollars, easy terms. See Mr Eskew.
The classified section invites readers to explore Star WANT ADS for home listings. It promotes quick browsing and targets buyers seeking houses and apartments through local ads.
Rail workers from Big Four and other unions strike across states including Joliet Illinois and Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania amid seniority dispute and tensions with railroad boards. Illinois national guard units rush to Joliet as about 1,300 to 1,400 members join the stoppage. A. O. Wharton cites seniority limits and new-employee barriers as key factors in the broader crisis.
Twenty five thousand striking shopmen in the Greater New York district refused to accept a strike settlement proposal. A telegram to B Jewell in Washington stated the men will fight to the finish. Seniority issues should be decided on their merits, not by compromise.
Port Townsend resident oe Olson, 27, is believed to have drowned after being tracked by Sheriff Matt Starwich and his hounds Rattler and Rambler. Deputy James Betzler trailed Olson to the waterfront during hours of missing person searches.
The FTC filed a formal complaint against Fox Film Corporation of New York after a theater visit found old films shown under new titles. The agency charges this mislabeling misleads the public and constitutes a deceptive exhibition of films.
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