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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1920
Page
12
Herbert M. Matzdorf and C. Finley Propst remained in serious condition at St. Luke's hospital after their auto plunged off a bridge near Lake Forest Park early Saturday. Doctors said it would be several days before recovery prospects could be determined.
A mixed review of Tiger Rose at the Metropolitan praising its thriller melodrama and Francesca Cappellano in the title role. Also covers Cleopatra era acts at the Moore Theatre, Dan Delmar’s Dance Shop, and Levy’s Orpheum Christmas show featuring Polly of the Storm Country star Mildred Harris Chaplin with a chorus and prominent stage numbers.
Arthur Vinton shines as lead in Coal Of Johnny at Wilkes theatre with John Smith and Jane Morgan star. The light comedy about three New York men hosting a tramp on Christmas Eve draws laughs, despite a overdone Japanese scene. Palace Hip show features G Swayne Gordon, Ethel Adamson, Franklyn Ramsey, and a lively cast.
Multiple thefts were reported including jewelry and cash stolen from Mrs. N. M. Paddock and Mrs. J. K. Harrison. A baby bank was taken from E. P. Oliver’s home, and $48 disappeared from a room at Winfield hotel. George Butler faced robbery charges, and a man named Sakata was accused of stealing $1,648 in money and jewelry through fraudulent checks. A companion thief fled with trousers, later found by the fire department.
J. M cManus, 36, accused of driving an auto while drunk and of driving wildly near Taylor's mill Sunday night. He reportedly marred the auto and rolled it down a steep bank. Police arrested him Monday with help from Seret W. F. Donlan and Patrolman EB. Wallett.
The Star appeals to readers to aid in reuniting families by reporting sightings of Charlies J. Flick or Charlies Mason. Last seen on a Seattle street in 1903 en route to Tacoma, the 36 year old blond is sought by his mother Mrs. Laura Mason and sister Mary, who reside at 6331 46th Ave. 8 W Beate. West 780 is listed as a contact number.
The American Legion Post No. 86 of Norfolk Virginia has extended a standing invitation to all lawyers to debate the Japanese question. The offer comes via F. H. Hodges who conveyed the challenge to L. A. Bird of the Northern Life Insurance Company.
The Senate approved the nomination of Senator John F. Nugent of Idaho to serve on the Federal Trade Commission. The second note states that of 111 snake varieties, 17 are venomous.
Lieut. C. G. Carr head of the police traffic division was in Portland Monday for a meeting of state traffic secretaries from Washington Idaho California and Oregon to draft uniform traffic laws for the four states.
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