Star urged to help solve Seattle labor dispute with reader ideas
Fred W. Strang of Strang & Prosser Advertising Agency asks The Star to influence labor relations by promoting dialogue between employers and employees. He offers $40 in gold for the best reader letters answering how the paper can aid fair wage disputes and harmony. Readers are invited to submit by December 31 for judging by the editor.
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Slayer Confesses in Mutual Life Building Murder
H. M. Stokes, ex-Tucson resident, walked into Police Chief Beckingham’s office at noon Friday and confessed to killing Alexander Millar in the Mutual Life building. He handed over a revolver and said Millar died from a breast wound after a quarrel over a patent index book and delayed payments. Stokes was booked as police verified the claim.
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Blake Murray Cleared as Bothell Bank Robber Suspect
Under-sheriff Stringer announced that Blake Murray, held on a dope charge in Bothell city hospital, was not one of the four bank robbers after identification by R H Dexter. Citizens testified Murray was at the hospital with rheumatism, clearing doubt about his involvement.
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Russians Burn Towns in Ruja Retreat
Sayville dispatch reports Russian forces retreating in Ruja burning villages across Iaсhia, according to today’s official statement. The account describes widespread destruction as troops pull back toward unspecified lines.
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Cannot identify man found in woods near East List street
A tall man was found dead Thursday in the woods near East List street and 40th avenue by H. J. Hase of 4833 38th Ave NE while searching for Christmas trees. A Spokane tag on a cheap watch was found nearby. no clues to identity were recovered.
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Hot Time author Joseph Miles dies in California
Santa Rosa reports veteran actor and songwriter Joseph T. Miles, creator of There'll Be a Hot Time in the Old Town Tonight, has died in California. The item notes remarks from an audience member about a sermon by Dr. Fourthly, highlighted by the World newspaper in coverage.
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Widow honors Star cartoon on Jack London death
Mrs. Jack London, widow of the famed writer, requested the original drawing of The Star cartoon about his death. The piece, printed November 28 in The Star, drew wide attention and is reprinted today with its original heading.
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Read Her Letter and Support Firland Movie Show
A reader appeals to The Star's readers to raise funds for buying a moving picture machine for Firlands sanatorium patients. The drive seeks about $300. $100 has been raised and movie reels may be donated by local exhibitors. Contributions can be sent in care of the editor.
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Ferber to Launch Dawn O’Hara Serial in The Star
Edna Ferber, renowned novelist and author of Dawn O’Hara, is set to begin a new weekly serial in The Star next Monday. The prominent writer’s latest work will appear in installments, continuing her reputation as a leading American storyteller.
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Man for Dobie’s Job Picked if He’ll Take It
J Hunt may succeed Gil Dobie as Washington football coach next year after a December 26 in person evaluation. Hunt, six year Carleton coach from Northfield Minnesota, played guard and center at DePauw. He comes highly recommended by Dr Harry Williams of Minnesota and defeated Chicago 7 0 this season.
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Women’s boycott hits butter eggs and potatoes demand
The Homekeepers club voted to refrain from buying butter eggs and potatoes until prices fall. A mass meeting is planned at the Press Club theatre with further action urged for Friday at 2 p.m. Prices set include potatoes under 10 cents a pound and butter under 40 cents a pound with egg price targets at 45 cents a dozen and 35 cents for cold storage eggs.
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Fire destroys Kleeb Lumber mill in South Bend
A fire last night leveled the Kleeb Lumber Co. mill in South Bend, causing an estimated loss of 219000. The blaze began in the fire room and spread through the main plant, with partial insurance coverage noted.
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County Drains Private Lake Sparks Political Friction
Fifty farmers in Luis creek precinct near Kent condemn King county action draining Ham lake on John T. Matson's farm at an estimated cost of 1000 dollars. They allege county road boss and officials aided by Commissioner Hamilton are using public funds for Matson’s gain. Matson denies details, and county engineer provides no project record.
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Little Deane Rasmussen Snatches Santa's Whiskers
A Seattle mother and her two year old son Deane Rasmussen visit Bon Marche for Christmas shopping. The boy grabs Santa Claus's whiskers, causing embarrassment and a quick scuffle. He then wanders to a parked car and raids a toolbox before his mother reappears.
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