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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1921
Page
4
Seattle police reports indicate a slight drop in capital crimes from 1920 to 1921 while autos grow more hazardous amid congestion. There were 16 murders and 38 deaths in auto crashes, with 1 477 injuries and 2 000 divorces noted, plus increases in burglaries and hold ups.
King County divorces declined about one fourth in 1921. Through October there were 1 950 filings versus 2 604 in 1920, with yearly total likely near 2 000. Deputy prosecutor Meacham cites the new state divorce code and a July drop as key factors.
A humorous column by Homer Brew imagines future forecasts for 1922. It parodies prophecies and lists whimsical outcomes including politics, railways, prices, cinema, and city projects with satirical flair. The piece blends fantasy and social commentary in a lighthearted omen.
Meacham discusses the new divorce law requiring an interlocutory decree followed by a final decree after six months. He notes marriages before final decree risk bigamy charges. Population decline and wartime migration reduce divorce rates as some cannot meet residency and earnings criteria. He advocates repeal of the law.
Evangeline Adams outlines 1922 planetary positions with Jupiter retrograde from February 3 to June 6 and Saturn entering Libra September 10. She warns of restricted business, potential health hazards for certain birth ranges, and urges caution before new ventures while favoring consolidation.
The month highlights key events from freeing slaves in 1863 and the 1919 Paria peace conference to Prohibition beginning in 1920. It notes Theodore Roosevelt’s death anniversary, Franklin birthday, Lee’s birthday, and the WCTU anniversary. It recalls the first U.S. locomotive in 1831 and a Friday the 13th this month. The Permanent Court of International Justice convenes at The Hague on the 80th.
The report by District Attorney Thomas P Keveltte shows fewer federal cases in 1921 than 1926 for Beattie and Tacoma. Indictments and informations filed dropped to 1990 with liquor convictions rising and fines near 54 426, while penitentiary sentences more than doubled.
An American flag and a picture of Ruth the Gleaner were presented to the Ruth School for Girls by the James A. Bexton Women's Relief Corp and Mrs Ruth Dahnken, past president, Friday night. The event followed a board of trustees dinner at the home in celebration of the home’s six month opening.
Swansea Wales December 31. A hen owned by Charles Griffiths of Gwynfe sat on 22 eggs and hatched 21 chicks. Last year the same hen hatched 18 chicks from the same number of eggs.
Pierce county's 1921 violent death tally includes six murders and twenty eight personal crisis reports recorded by Coroner Shavers. The murders include Harry E Hallen in South Tacoma on March 13 and Henry Bacon at Dupont, both unsolved.
Northern Pacific will provide printed blanks on New Year’s Eve for travelers to see their exact location at midnight. The tax on passenger transportation ends at that hour, allowing refunds from the government for those aboard trained after purchase. Tickets bought before midnight are taxed the full amount, with eligibility for the refund.
In King County 1921 fewer marriage licenses were issued than in 1920. Officials report 4 256 licenses in 1921 compared with 5 182 the previous year. Clerk J A Kennedy cites wartime matrimonial fever fading as a contributing factor.
Washington reports Alaska mineral production for the year just closed includes copper worth 7.2 million and gold output around 8 million. The text notes a railroad gap of 72 miles near Seward to Fairbanks, planned bridges, and coal at Matanuska with a 5.60 dollar per ton value, plus new coal seams near Anchorage and Iniskin Bay exploration.
The Seattle Art Club hosted a Friday evening gathering at a dance hall. Attendees enjoyed a relaxed, gay ambiance with entertainment and a lively atmosphere lauding the club’s social event.
Walla Walla report of a burglary at Model Bakery Co where a suspect pried open the shop and injured Pat Witten Hayden in the process. The incident prompted local police to investigate and seek witnesses.
Government crop report shows U S apple shipments to December 27 total 68 197 tons, down from 85 204 last season. Washington accounts for over half of boxed apples and over a third of all shipments, with Idaho second in boxed shipments, then Oregon and California.
The report notes section eight of the new divorce code allows divorce after five years separation with the guilty party seeking relief. Civil filings totaled 7,186, with divorces over a quarter of cases. November led filings with 783 and a single day peak at 100. Criminal cases rose to 583, probate dived to 1,816, insanity filings near 410. May was the probate peak with 190.
Postmaster Edgar Battle reports to the Seattle Chamber of Commerce that 300,000,000 pieces of mail are processed annually. Operating expenses total 1,296,000 with revenue 2,260,000. The downtown area sees 12 collections daily and four deliveries. residences receive two deliveries and two to three collections. The Seattle post office employs 354 clerks, 267 carriers, and 13 collectors.
Denver authorities declare action against alleged vile publications including the Purple Pup Goofy Gags Whizz Bunk and similar titles as District Attorney Van Cissean leads the effort.
Seattle auto thieves faced a tough chase as the pawnshop detail led by Lieut. J. C. Wickman reported 41 cars stolen in 1621 with 683 recovered, an enviable recovery rate unmatched in Pacific coast cities.
Officials warn news dealers that possessing certain booklets will bring heavy fines and jail time. The move aims to curb materials deemed to undermine the morals of Denver boys and girls.
In Spokane a four year old, Kather Mauch, died after her sled struck a telephone pole. Police and investigators reviewed the scene and the town mourned the sudden loss.
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