10 Aug 1922
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1922
Page
1
The editorial discusses the Mahoney murder case in Seattle, noting his wife was slain on April 16 and Mahoney faced execution in 1922. It questions future outcomes, including possible escapes or new trials, and mentions a Bar Association inquiry led by William G. Swaney amid broad reflections on punishment and memory.
A collage of notes from a Seattle scene including weather humor, finishing crews in California, local ads, and jumbled vignettes. Mentions Ted Geary on the Sir Tom finishing ahead of Seattle by 36 hours. Observes tariff talk, cost of living claims, and a garbled parade of trivia and jokes.
A 1910 to 1910s era report warns of a steady rise in homicide burglary and robbery nationwide with criminals making up under one third of one percent of the population. It criticizes public sympathy for the accused and poor parole probation outcomes while urging first time offenders for probation and broad gun restrictions with penalties and a single appeal in criminal cases and faster court action. Taft announces need for 24 federal district judges and one circuit judge.
PORTLAND Aug 10 Farm accidents in the northwest today claimed two lives. Theodore B Kraeft 53 died from a fractured skull after being struck by a load of hay tossed by fleeing horses near Oregon City. Hiskis Johnson a Castle Wash farmer was mortally wounded when gored by a bull.
Mayor Brown requested Maj. Oscar A. Piper to resign as superintendent of streets and sewers. Carl Gassman is slated to succeed Piper. The mayor discussed water and light departments with L. B. Youngs and J. D. Rosa to conduct a shore survey of those divisions.
Chicago August 10 Big Tim Murphy labor leader freed today after judge sustains defense motion to release him from the case of murder charges. The court ruled the state failed to present sufficient evidence to hold the labor czar, case taken from the jury.
London August 10 Reginald Dunn and Joseph O Sullivan were executed at 8 o clock this morning for the assassination of Sir Henry Wilson. An 11th hour appeal failed as the attorney general refused to grant the appeal to the House of Names. The petition carried 30000 signatures and included signatures from prominent persons.
New York August 19 Ludwig Consumo open world eater challenged J. H. Chase of New Orleans in the crawfish championship. Consumo claimed he became champion by eating an ostrich, boasting he swallowed 120 crabs in 16 minutes 20 seconds and an assortment of other foods before the ostrich collapsed after 90 minutes.
J B Chase Jr of New Orleans is hailed as world champion crawfish eater after consuming five bucketfuls weighing about 60 pounds. George Hop Luthy won speed title by eating 100 crawfish in 2 minutes 36 seconds. Luthy defends his title soon against Percy Viesen who challenged him. Chase dominated the endurance phase, revealing he could continue but saved reserves for supper.
Prohibition agents report bootleggers drained nearly 2000 gallons of alcohol from cadaver vats in medical colleges across six Midwestern states. The theft occurred after college facilities closed for summer, according to police findings from six weeks of investigation.
Rain halted a Coast league baseball matchup between Oakland and Seattle, the first rainout of the season. Two games are planned for Saturday to make up yesterday's lost tussle.
Rain swept Seattle and the Northwest starting Wednesday evening, with 0.06 inch by 5 am Thursday and over 0.25 inch since start. The weather man predicts more rain Thursday night into Friday with southeasterly winds, aiding farms and easing forest fire concerns.
A half inch of rain fell in Tacoma breaking a 77 day dry spell, the longest stretch recorded by the weather bureau in this city. Local residents welcomed the brief relief as skies cleared afterward.
Rain fell in Portland yesterday for the first time in 49 days. The fall was slight and the sky remained beclouded today with a promise of further showers.
The Deschutes valley in The Dalles Oregon saw a break in a long drouth as a light shower wet the dust yesterday. The rain cooled the heat and renewed hopes for more precipitation to come.
Albany Oregon reports light showers ending a drought that began in April. Forecasters promise more rain as the pattern continues.
Salem, Ore., reports its first rainfall since mid June as a light shower falls. The dry period was the longest in years for the region, ending with the brief wet spell yesterday.
Eugene area weather bulletin notes rain ongoing with further showers anticipated in the vicinity. forecasters expect intermittent showers and cooler conditions through the next day as atmospheric moisture persists.
U S Steamboat Inspectors begin formal inquiry into the collision of the H F Alexander with Cake Rock 20 miles south of Capt Flattery. Capt F P Bartlett and officers including Robert McGee and James Marquart testified as crews and passengers await action amid foggy conditions. Special focus on marine charts and soundings near Cake Rock.
A small modern convenience filled house with half an acre of ground ideal for a garden. This compact listing highlights a cozy home with space for outdoor use and essential amenities.
Four room bungalow on one acre of cleared land two blocks from Lake Rurien. Splendid view near the ear line with water lights and phone available. Priced at 1650 dollars with 100 dollars down and balance thereafter. Ford car accepted as first payment. See Classified Section for details.
Dublin reports the Free State forces attacked Cork with thousands arriving by water. They disembarked three miles from the city, advancing on rebel positions under heavy artillery. No confirmed casualties. hundreds feared killed or wounded. Key offices were destroyed and rebels’ cable lines disrupted amid Michael Collins coup.
Guy Marks of Columbus, C, was killed and G S Martin of San Antonio, Texas, wounded in an encounter with bandits at Ma pin a Durango Mexico last Friday night. Consul Chester Donaldson of Torreon Mexico notified the state department today.
General strike of the Big Four rail brotherhoods affecting over two million workers looms as shopmen join a sympathy walkout. Officials warn of life hazards from defective coal handling and reduced rolling stock as railroads face shutdown risks.
Robert RB. Allen, secretary of the West Coast Lumber men's association, warns that car shortages will continue the rest of the year even under favorable conditions. He notes that if the railroad strike ends soon, the shortage will linger due to many rail cars out of service from lack of upkeep during the walkout.
The Buddhist Church for Americans hosts Sunday worship at 1020 Main St with Dr. A. Brodbeck delivering the sermon on enlightenment.
New York August 10 three large factories Campbell Soup Edison works Parke Davis voted wet by about ten to one in a Literary Digest poll. Ballots show 473 for strict enforcement 2 779 for modification and 1 927 for repeal among 817 888 counted.
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