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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1919

Page

3

Intervention in Mexico Warns Against U S Interference

World renowned Spanish novelist Vicente Blasco Ibanez warned in Chicago that U S intervention in Mexico under current conditions would be morally and economically ruinous, costing the nation dearly. He urged a consistent, friendly policy toward Mexico and support for a single Mexican government rather than conquest.

Chicago Mexico Vicente Blasco Ibanez Spain United States America South America

A Message From Blasco Ibanez

Blasco Ibanez writes from The Star urging end to causes hindering US Mexican goodwill. He declares the United States as a beacon of Liberty Justice and defender of the rights of the weak.

The Star United States

Mystery girl Irene Johnson to face robbery arraignment

Irene Johnson aged 16 confessed holding up and robbing Virgil Reed a Richmond photographer to win Bert Garrett's affection. Authorities shield her identity though she previously used the name Mrs B D Nelson in Portland. Garrett remains at San Quentin and probation was anticipated for the girl.

Martinez Cal Irene Tohnson Virgil Reed Richmond Bert Garrett Portland B.D. Nelson

French Premier Clemenceau Fractures Rib at Sea

Premier Clemenceau sustained a rib fracture while aboard the destroyer Temeraire in a storm off the English Channel. He remained on deck during the voyage to Dover and attended a London conference but later reported fatigue and was diagnosed by Dr. Tuffier. The accident happened when a mountainous surf knocked him against an iron railing.

Paris Clemenceau English London Tuffier Dover

United States transport Dekalb gutted by fire at New York

Fire completely gutted the United States transport Dekalb, once the German raider Prins Filter Freidrich, while anchored in the Hudson river. Lieutenant Commander William A. Willetts and the crew were rescued by a tug. fire boats battled the blaze for hours to gain control.

New York United States Dekalb Prins Filter Freidrich Hudson River William A. Willetts

Jewelry Theft At Purdue Residence Reported

More than $1,000 in jewelry was stolen from G. A. Purdue’s home at 42 W. Smith Jr during the family’s absence. The theft was discovered at 10 p.m. when the family returned home. Loot carried away in two suitcases included diamonds and a complete table silver set.

G. A. Purdue W. Smith Jr

Assassination Attempt Targets Egyptian Premier

In Cairo an assassination bid occurred as the Egyptian premier rode to the ministry. The attack was unsuccessful and no injuries were reported.

Cairo

House Will Pass Control of Sugar

Washington press report says House leaders will move a resolution to extend the sugar equalization board for one year to prevent price spikes. The board expires December 21 unless approved, prompting action this week. the agricultural committee meets tomorrow, with Haugen likely guiding passage in the House on Thursday.

House United Equalization Board House Agricultural Committee

German Press Attacks Entente Over London Talks

Berlin newspapers denounce unofficial peace conferences in London and Clemenceau’s actions. Kreuze Zeitung accuses him of seeking a Western Europe alliance against Germany. Boersencourier warns the conferences will produce evil effects worldwide.

Berlin London Clemenceau Kreuze Zeitung Germany Boersencourier

Wayne apartments proprietor Charles Schneider Dies

Charles 8 Schneider proprietor of the Wayne apartments 2015 Second Ave died Saturday. Funeral will be private and the body will be cremated.

Charles 8. Schneider Wayne Apartments Second Ave

Dashing Captain Married Bigamous Union in Honeymoon

Denver report details Captain Irvine accused of bigamy after a mountain honeymoon with Mina Larramore. Mrs Ira L Irving and her son Floyd travel from Flint Michigan to plead for leniency before the army court martial. Irvine, once lauded for France service, faces dishonor while his bride and Miss Larramore recount tangled passions and remorse.

Denver France Mra Ira L. Irving Floyd Flint Mich Mar Captain Irvine

Mother Arrested After Boy Drowns Near Atlantic City

Esther Blake is hospitalized under observation for sanity after her five year old son Buddy drowns near Ventnor. She clings to a tale two black men abducted him Friday night while police doubt the story and plan further questioning.

Miles A. Vaughan United Press Atlantic City N. J Esther Blake Buddy William Sprague James W. Blake, Jr Philadelphia Jake Blake the Pital

UW Mourns Dead Scholar Joel Johanson

Joel Johanson assistant professor of English at the University of Washington died after a car accident on North Trunk road. He was the universitys first Rhodes scholar and ten years of service shaped campus life. Funeral set for Tuesday at 3 PM at Beta Theta M fraternity house with Washelli burial. exam postponement considered for campus attendance.

Joel M. Johanson Assiutant University of Washington Beta Theta M 14Th Ave N. EB Johanson English University Washington Iwan John T. Condon Washelli

Missing car linked to University of Washington professor death

Professor Joel M. Johanson died when his automobile plunged off the North Trunk road Saturday afternoon and the missing car was reported by owner Elwood McClain of 1407 BK 56th St. on Sunday morning. It is unknown if the vehicle was stolen or salvaged. The car was left near the roadside in a partial wreck by McClain who was with the professor at the time of the accident.

Joel M. Johanson University of Washington Ihs Elwood McClain BK. 56Th St McClain Professor Johanson

Sailor Drinks Lysol Believing It Medicine

L. R. Kaldenbach a 22 year old sailor on leave from Beremer ton drank a burning liquid he mistook for cough medicine. He was rushed to the city hospital in serious condition but physicians said Monday he will live. He said the room was dark when he grabbed the contents of the bottle at the New Cecil hotel 1017 Virst Ave and has been returned to the navy yard.

L. R. Kaldenbach Beremerton Kaldenbach New Cecil Hotel Virst Ave Navy Yard

Hero rescues fireman's boy from blazing home

An unidentified citizen saved 3 year old Jack Carlson from a house fire at 6028 27th Ave NE. The fire left the home destroyed with $1000 damage. Jack suffered burns to his legs and arms and was treated at a neighbor's house. The rescuer vanished after the act.

Jack Carlson Paul E. Carlson 27Th Ave N. E

Drowning of unidentified watchman at Pier 2

An unidentified 45 year old German watchman aboard the steamship Ketchikan fell from the gang plank into the sound at Tier 2 and drowned Sunday. The body was recovered five minutes later but pulmotor failed to revive him. coroner suspects possible intoxication from an empty Jamaica ginger bottle found on him. body in morgue.

Ketchikan Altho Alaska Co. T. Nutt Dexter Ave Pier 2 Jamaica

Kilkelly Gore by Bull Near Kelso

John J. Kilkelly an 80 year old farmer living near Kelso was gored to death by an enraged bull on Thursday night authorities said the incident occurred on his farm while he was handling the animal.

Kelso John J. Kilkelly

Service Men Need Clothes for Ex‑Service Members

Ex soldiers and sailors lack clothing as war work women do not return home, says Col. William M. Inglis of the veterans welfare commission. He notes Seattle employers promised returns to former workers but fail to honor them, urging donations of overcoats or sweaters to the Soldiers and Sailors Club to aid men unable to secure promised jobs.

Rines William M. Inglis Veterans’ Welfare Commission Seattle Col. Inglis Soldiers

Highway Robbers Take $16 From Planters Hotel Victim

Two masked men robbed G. Wilson near Westlake and Howell streets late Sunday. One man leveled a gun while the other searched him, taking $16 in cash. Motorcycle officers pursued but failed to locate the suspects.

G. Wilson Planters Hotel Thirday Stewart St Wilson Westlake Ave Howell St

Newberry Fight to Begin Today

In Grand Rapids Michigan today 136 indicted on fraud and conspiracy charges from the 1918 elections were to appear in federal court to ask for names of grand jury witnesses as the formal opening of the case against Senator Newberry and others.

Grand Rapids Mich Dee, Lb Newberry Grand Jury

Paderewski Quits as Poland Forms New Cabinet

Warsaw dispatch reports M. Skulski, former Lodz mayor, has formed a new Polish cabinet after the resignation of Ignace Jan Paderewski. The change follows Paderewski’s departure from the government amid ongoing political shifts in Poland.

Paderewski London Warsaw M. Skulski Lodz Ignace Jan Paderewski

Hold Funeral for Mrs. Abbie Waring

Last rites for Mrs. Abbie Waring Ty will be held Tuesday at noon from Stutterworth's undertaking parlor. She died Thursday at her residence 1149 W 58th St. Interment will be in Crown Hill Cemetery.

Abbie Waring Stutterworth Crown Hill Cemeter

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