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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1919

Page

12

Detroit Man Bill's Lawyer Defends Kaiser Rights

Detroit Aug 15 Wilhelm II former Kaiser is to be defended by George attorney of Michigan as lead counsel for the Kaiser’s rights in possible allied proceedings. The team of lawyers includes Str Hewart solicitor general and editor of The Lawyer Banker. His wife, Miss Klein of Milwaukee, is linked to German circles.

George United Wilhelm Str Hewart Southern Bench Bar Review New Orleans Miss Klein Milwaukee Germany

Error of Judgment in New York Arrest Case

A report from New York states William Turner was arrested after an incident described as an awake neighborhood event. The text notes a statement about speaking for God when the spirit moves after 11 p.m. and references a misdeed connected to the arrest.

York William Turner Turner

Dr R C Swinburne Returns to Private Practice in Seattle

Dr R C Swinburne, a well known Seattle dentist, returns to private practice after nearly two years with the Dental Corps US Naval Reserve. He will specialize in oral surgery with a new office at 705 Broadway in the Dr Lamson building, formerly located in the Lumber Exchange. In the navy he earned a lieutenant's commission.

Dental Corps U. S. Naval Reserve Force R. C. Swinburne Seattle Broadway Dr. Lamson Swinburne Lumber Exchange

Chicken thieves steal two bull pups from roost

In Cleveland on August 16 unidentified thieves broke into Martin Tavis' chicken roost and took two bull pups.

Cleveland Ohio Martin Tavis

Yearning for Elite Trimmings Sparks Simmering Divorce Case

William Root claims Leah MH desired luxuries beyond his meager five dollars twenty cents daily. He alleges she demanded furs gold teeth French maids chauffeurs and other elite perks while accusing him of infidelity and threatening vengeance if he did not quit associating with other women.

Leah MH William Root Wi- Ham

Epworth League Honors Soldiers Banquet Held at YWCA

A banquet at the YWCA on Friday night August 29 honors Epworth League members returned from service. Lieut J. J. Buneh, former president, and Sergeant Dwight Bennet, former secretary, head a slate of former officers including William Bowman Scott McGalliard Volney Pivers M T Marscotes and Ralph Kugelman who served overseas.

Epworth League Y. W. CA Lieut J. J. Buneh Seret Dwight Bennet William Bowman Scott Mc Galliard Volney Pivers M. T. Marscotes Ralph Kugelman

Irish Gaelic Fair Held by King County Irish Societies

A Gaelic fair took place at Wildwood Park on Saturday organized by the Irish-American societies of King County. D. W. Deeney served as secretary and oversaw the program while departures from Leschi Park were scheduled hourly.

Wildwood Park King County D. W. Deeney Ond Leschi Park

City considers resolutions condemning public service commission

The council will review measures drafted by Corporation Counsel Walter F. Meter condemning the state public service commission for seeking permission to raise telephone rates. If approved, the resolution will be sent to Gov. Louis F. Mart and cites a pamphlet from July 28, 1919 advising rate increases to match federal controls.

State Public Service Commission Ite City Council Walter F. Meter Louis F. Mart Public Service Commission

Indictment of Germans for Across Front Desolation

John Kendrick Bangs told the Chamber of Commerce luncheon that ten years hence people will say the greatest crime in history was the armistice surrender while Germans were on the run. He called the Northern France devastation a hideous nightmare with only children smiling amid the ruin. A French writer termed it a master piece of desolation as Bangs toured the border.

Germany Bangs Caie John Kendrick Bang France Cornell Chamber of ‘Commerce Masonic Club Hangs

Ambulance Crash Near Hubbellway and Pike

Deputy Sheriff William Barr weighed about 100 pounds and slipped on the curb at Hubbellway and Pike Friday. A passing city hospital ambulance slowed to observe, and Daniel O Royd driving by watched closely and also failed to see the ambulance. One crash damaged both vehicles.

William Barr Hubbellway Pike City Hospital Daniel O'Royd Ave. N Barr

Seek Drinks Now to Match Gowns

Atlantic City bartenders mix cocktails to harmonize with women's gowns at a leading hotel. The splashy “champagne” drink pleases guests with old rose tones, orange gleam, and a green sprig, though one mixologist notes cider could replace bubbly water. Women seek coordinated attire and beverages reflected in the bar menus.

Atlantic City N. J Broadwalk

Must Pay Cottagers for Right of Entry

London August 15 The owner of an old building at Uxbridge cannot gain entry because cottages surround it. A county court judge refused to order tearing down a cottage for a walk. The owner must pay his cottagers for entering and leaving his house.

London Uxbridge

City sued for damages over car crash claims

Claim filed Saturday seeks 7900 dollars for injuries suffered July 18 when a car driven by the claimant went off Viret and Valley. Passenger Neil D. McPhee seeks 1260 for car damage. other claimants list 140.26 and 300 dollars after separate crashes on nearby streets.

Viret Ave N Valley Peter O. Lee Third Ave Viret Ave Yesterway J. C. Dwyer Siath Ave

Athletic Officer Back From Rhine Returns to Washington

Lieut. Rees Williams known as Bronc during University of Washington days has returned from the German border where he served as athletic officer with the Third Division. He travels to his Ilwaco home after duty arranging athletic contests. Williams notes German crowds insult couriers and Americans endure riots to avoid bloodshed. He served in France as a recruited man in the 16th Infantry and earned his Sam Brown belt. He belongs to Sigma Nu fraternity.

Cross Dale Rees Williama University of Washington

Storm Damages Farm Country Near Buckingham

A violent hail and wind storm swept a section of farm country near Buckingham on Aug. 16 causing about 16 000 in damage. The Hobbes residence roof was torn away 20 acres of corn ruined and wheat stock and shock scattered. Similar losses were reported on Arthur Fletcher and Lee Silbers farms. Cattle fled fearfully and many were injured tangled in barbed wire.

Buckingham Cole F.C. Hobbes Arthur Fletcher Lee Silbers

Princess Della Pattra Seeks Yankee Prince In America

A woman calling herself the Princess Della Pattra, claiming relation to the khedive, arrives in America seeking a husband among American men. She plans to spend about 50 000 dollars on clothing as she enters American high society in search of a Mare Antony.

Cleopatra America Antony Princess Della Pattra Egypt

Horses Decrease as Autos Increase in Chicago

Chicago August 15 A license bureau report shows a 34 percent drop in horse drawn vehicle licenses over four years while automobile and motor truck licenses rose by more than 77 percent. Current totals stand at 2,489 horse drawn licenses and 77,752 motor vehicle licenses, up from 49,582 and 43,129 respectively.

Chicago

Editors Sprint to Aid Tribune in Six Cent Subscription

Five Oregon editorial leaders opened their wallets to back the Chicago Tribune and subscript a total of six cents to satisfy a Henry Ford verdict. They praised unity and pledged continued support, with C. E. Ingalls noting the duties publishers owe readers and the need to mobilize resources for independence era standards. The fund was raised by Lloyd Riches, Sr. C. Morton, John E. Gratke, and E. E. Brodie, among others.

Chicago Tribune Oregon Henry Ford C. EB. Ingalls Oregon Editorial Association Benedict Arnold Seattle Oregonians Ingalls

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