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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1920
Page
7
Philip Hathaway, a new special night watchman for the Surrey patrol, will be tried for manslaughter in the Longshoremen's hall incident on July 2 when he shot and killed Si Tabtt during an attempted gasoline theft. He claimed he held the suspects until aid was summoned.
Brigadier General Ben D. Babitt, formerly Camp Dodge chief of staff, named departmental commander of U S forces in the Panama Canal Zone in a war department order received here. Babitt plans to proceed to Panama at once.
In Green Lake a frail old woman visits a bedridden neighbor, selling soap and sharing faith. The patient, wavering between despair and resolve, finds courage through the visitor's blunt gospel and small mercy. The scene ends with the patient ready to fight, aided by belief and a hidden fund.
The article profiles Malcolm Douglas a Spokane attorney who started practice after law school and a stint tutoring at Broadway High. It notes his public service stance a seal on his campaign promising a clean honest administration and an open office regardless of status or influence.
Marion Ohio August dates show Senator Warren G Harding shaping a major League of Nations address for Saturday to Indiana delegates. He prepares with input from Colonel George Harvey and Senator Knox while a 12 word slogan is rumored. Harding denies Cox fundraising claims as he meets with theater figures and railroad workers.
Franklin D Roosevelt arrives late for a San Francisco visit after a six hour delay on a Portland to San Francisco train due to a freight wreck. The Democratic vice presidential candidate was slated to speak at a noon luncheon hosted by the city center.
A call for a meeting of independent voters to be held in Des Moines on September 8 was issued. The announcement came from E. L. Morse, chairman of the committee of 48, George Ole, state chairman of the American Labor party, and N. Frederickson, state legislative chairman of the United Farmers' organization.
U S Senator Miles Poindexter arrived Saturday and checked into the New Washington hotel. He will spend several days in Seattle for conferences with Senator Jones, Representative Milter, and the leaders of the state and county Republican committees.
A historical note states that an ounce of asbestos can be spun into a string exceeding a hundred yards, illustrating the material's long-fiber properties and potential industrial uses.
Thomas Francia Hunt, Republican attorney general candidate, escaped injury when the car carrying him and his family went over a cliff on a detour between Renton and Seaquah Sunday afternoon. The accident occurred during a political conference trip.
Elmer F Conner Republican candidate for county auditor Withdraws from the campaign He will not say if he will take part in the auditor race fight
A vehicle sustained severe damage in a crash but no injuries were reported among the car's occupants. Police and emergency responders attended the scene to secure the area and assist.
Mary C. Tillman of Kirkland Wash recounts dramatic relief from rheumatism dropsy varicose ulcers and nerve pain after using Loughney Harlan Bake Oven and following his diet plan. She notes improved sleep circulation and mobility and invites others to try the treatment, with contact details for Kirkland and Seattle offices.
Governor James M. Cox says he will soon name many Republican campaign contributors and reveal quotas for districts to support a 15 million dollar war chest for Harding. Dems in Dayton report Cox has ample evidence and may face calls to appear before the Senate committee in Chicago. Cox likens tactics to Roosevelt in 1912 and outlines seven district fundraising centers. Western tour dates include Lansing on Sept 3, Milwaukee Sept 4, and Minneapolis Sept 6.
W W Conner of Beattie running as a Republican for lieutenant governor was drenched during a speed launch race on the Columbia River in Vancouver. He completed the fourth turn soaked, then continued to Spokane in wet clothes to press his campaign tour.
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