29 Aug 1921
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1921
Page
1
The author argues that ferry and road systems are integral to the county highway network and should be publicly operated. Citizens support regular fare adjustments to cover operation costs, warning against transferring control to private firms for ten years.
The speaker questions motives of officials and argues the Tuesday vote on a ferry leasing scheme is a bad deal. They call for killing the proposal and warn against a gullible public being misled.
A collage of whimsical and historical notes from Seattle life includes quirky fashion, banned magazine covers, reflections on public courtesy, and mentions of figures like Lord Curzon and De Valera. It also notes prohibition era bootlegging talk, trains named the Fast Line, and odd household tips.
Eight newly married couples bound from Seattle to posts in China and Japan set sail aboard the Hawkeye State. The party, the largest missionary group ever sent from an American port, includes 106 members from Baptist, Presbyterian, Methodist and Episcopal churches.
In Logan county, seven deputies are captive of miners as seven were killed and 13 wounded in weekend fighting. State forces and miners’ army clash near the Mingo border with hundreds massing, machine guns ready, civilians arming, and coal output continuing amid emergency measures.
In Los Angeles on August 29 Lynne Obenchain and Arthur C. Burch pleaded not guilty to murdering John Belton Kennedy. Judge Sidney Reeves set trial for November 1 with a possible 10 day continuance for separate trials.
In San Francisco Aug 29 William Hightower alleged slayer Rev Valher Patrick Healin appeared in appellate court for habeas corpus proceedings. San Mateo officers brought him from Redwood City jail as attorneys debated representation and access to counsel with Hightower unsure of his rights and who legally represents him.
Berlin authorities issue an ultimatum forbidding anti-republican demonstrations and warn of suppression and punishment for participants. The government plans strong measures to prevent counter demonstrations as Mathias Erzberger’s body is brought to Berlin, amid fears of clashes.
Nat Warren Harding of the Willard hotel reported to the sheriff's office that his seven passenger Chandler was stolen Sunday night. The license number is 3884.
Mike Arnoni an Italian laborer was charged Monday with assault in the second degree for beating Charles Docks of Renton over the head with a club on August 17.
G J Eckman former cook at Northern State hospital Sedro Woolley says the facility served broth from an 80 gallon kettle containing stale meat and hogs heads with no vegetables. He reports moldy meat, lack of potatoes and garlic, and meals for patients boiled from beets. He cites a Chicago meat supplier and 300 acres of land but no fresh produce.
Portland reports H. D. Hadley died on August 29 after telling his companion Mrs. Helen Dellmer he came from Seattle where he ran smuggling operations. Physicians cite acute alcoholism or narcotics use as the cause. an autopsy will be performed today. Hadley collapsed on a hospital yard park bench.
The state department reports an American citizen, David I. Richards, was killed by natives near Chivela in Salina Cruz Mexico on August 26. His father Israel Richards of Niles California is named. No further details were released.
Reverend Billy Sunday scolds parents for modern flapper fashions during a Portland speech to about 10 000 listeners. He mocks short skirts frizzed hair and lazy morals and urges moral renewal. He also jokes that some men won t pray until funeral pomp and a choir rehearse.
King County teachers from 118 districts gather at Broadway High on Wednesday morning for the 43rd annual institute. More than 600 educators will attend as A. S. Burrows completes his term as county superintendent. He urges deeper, more thorough teaching beyond superficial methods. School opens September 6 and the three day program runs through Friday.
The Sinn Fein cabinet in Dublin has approved a reply to Lloyd George’s note, agreeing to further talks with the British cabinet in London. The cabinet met this afternoon to finalize the message, which will be sent to London immediately.
Edna Morgan filed for divorce in superior court alleging her husband William Clarence Morgan has shown lack of interest in her and their three children and a marked improper interest in other women. She requests custody of the three minors. The couple married August 12, 1903, in Platte City Missouri.
Mrs. Henrietta Splain, widow of five, living at 4602 Orcas Street, says she lost her purse containing 17 dollars and fifty cents at a Bon Marche basement sale. She appeals for help to recover her money.
A complaint filed in superior court accuses William Tuppin of stealing $80 from Louis Benson on June 4. Tuppin allegedly worked for Benson at the restaurant located at 1114 First Ave at the time of the theft.
Two men named John Lowry and W A Perine were arrested in Seattle on a Sunday night for breaking into a boxcar at Auburn and stealing dry goods. They possessed coats, trousers and underwear valued at $41, which they allegedly tried to sell on Main Street. An attached note mentions Herbert Spencer wearing ear muffs to muffle noise when thinking.
News report from Riga dated August 29 describes dire conditions along the Volga with famine and disease killing thousands daily. It details desperate scenes of famine and filth, including mothers drowning infants and families locking rooms to endure cold and starvation.
East Side residents, Seattle leaders, and city clubs return before King County Commissioners Tuesday to press or oppose leasing the ferry system. Captain John L. Anderson bids $75,000 annual bonus as lowest bidder. James Campbell of Campbell Lumber backs leasing, while Capt. D Thomas Davies for the King County Democratic club opposes it.
Roseburg Oregon August 29 consensus holds an indictment by Wednesday as Judge Hamilton begins selecting a Douglas county grand jury to hear the murder case of Dr Richard M Brumfield accused in the July 13 killing of laborer Dennis Russell.
A concise note highlights Sycra's standout capability in valuing items, with emphasis on the Star Classified 8. The remark underscores expert judgment and precision in appraisal, suggesting trusted performance in the field.
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