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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1920

Page

7

One Hundred Armed Guards Stationed in Frankfort

In Kentucky, 100 guards armed with riot guns manned the late prison hotel to deter any lynch attempt against William Luckett, 32, jailed for attacking and killing Geneva Hardeman, 11, in Fayette county. Luckett was captured after a Wednesday chase by bloodhounds and transported to Frankfort for safekeeping. The slain girl’s body was found near a schoolyard, beaten to death with a stone.

Frankfort Willam Luckett Geneva Hardeman South Elkhorn Fayette County Luckett

Hart Considers Plea for Pardon

Governor Louis F. Mart discussed a pardon plea with Prosecutor Fred C. on Thursday to address the case of George A. convicted of real estate indies. The Urhien family of eight children and a wife petition the governor for mercy while the governor is urged not to show leniency to the convicted grand larcenist WY who is alleged to have swin-

Hart Louis F. Mart Connee Fred C George A Urhien

Bank Held Up by Mistake

A bank alarm at California Bank Thursday morning triggered patrols after a bank official said a mistaken act caused the alert. Officers arrived quickly, only to learn no robbery occurred and the incident was a misstep by a passerby.

California

Club Will Care for Service Men

Ex service men affected by the Sea will be cared for by the Veterans Welfare commission after the defeat of Col. William Inglis. Several veterans are already under treatment at the Soldiers' and Sailors' club. We want men battling the flu in their homes who lack funds to maintain care, and we are here to help.

Veterans’ Welfare Commission William Inglis Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Club Inglis

Ex Kaiser Extradition Sparks British Demand for Isolation

London reports that if the Netherlands blocks the allied extradition demands for the former Kaiser, the British government will press to intern him on a Dutch island far from Europe. Sir Auckland Geddes, minister president of the Board of Trade, spoke at Andover outlining the stance.

Isle London Holland Kaiser Europe Sir Auckland Geddes Board of Trade Andover

Okeh Bill to Cut Control of Grain

Washington February 5 The senate agriculture committee ordered a favorable report on the Granna bill to discontinue the United States Grain corporation.

Okeh Washington Senate Agriculture Committee United States Grain Corporation

Truth Day at George Washington University Leads to Real Answers

A freshman girl rejects a sophomore on Truth Day when asked to the show. To honor George Washington and promote the school play Nothing But the Truth, students answered all questions truthfully. The event featured rules like no self questions and no flattering answers, with plans to make Truth Day an annual campus custom.

George Washington Apostle of Truth Meany Hall The Dramatic Association

Groundhog heralds spring with sunny outlook and home buys

Groundhog’s omen points to early spring as Seattle real estate brokers showcase numerous homes on the classified page. Local mood lifts with warmer forecasts and eager buyers scanning listings for dream properties.

Seattle

Turks Hopeful On Freeing Constantinople In Spring

Berlin dispatch quotes Constantinople advices that the Young Turks will reach the city soon to free the people from the enemy. The report says the movement plans a holy war against Great Britain in the spring.

Constantinople London Berlin Red Great Britain

Dreaming Lawyer Changes Tires In Bedside Dream

Portland February 5 Attorney Fred Stader awoke to find two pillow slips on the floor recalling a dream in which he was changing tires on his machine. He explained the odd dream to puzzled family members.

Portland Fred Stader Fred

Kidnaping Case Delayed by Court

Trial of George Louis, a member of a Chinatown tong, regarding the kidnapping of Goldie Chin, daughter of a wealthy Chinese merchant and rival tong member, was postponed to February 17 by Justice Otis W. Brinkler. A separate item notes Italian Independent Society No 1 hosting a Sunday dance at Fenton Hill club house and Boy Scout Week opening with James B. West arriving Friday.

George Louis Chinatown Tong Goldie Chin Tong Otis W. Brinkler 80Ciety No. 1 Fenton Hill Club 18Th Ave Madison

Court Bailiff Is Song Writer For Freedom Banner

James J Burns a superior court bailiff has written The Banner of Freedom and Fame with Howe composing the music. The song honors the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars, first copy sent to Franklin Voler, Legion commander, with Burns a Seattle post officer and veteran of three wars. Burns lives at 120 N 48th St.

Freedom and Fame James J. Burns American Legion James Hamilton Howe Franklin Voler Burns Day of Seattle Post St. Ar

Public Markets like Place stalls and prices listed

A scan of market stalls shows varied goods from Carnation milk at 12e qt to Irish mackerel at 20¢ each and Finnan haddie at 20¢. Fresh produce includes apples, lemons, and corn meal with prices noted at multiple stalls including la 79 1511 1603 and 102.

California food prices and hospital admission report

Ban Francisco markets list Rutter Extras and Reet-Patras prices with per pound and per dozen rates for various poultry and cheese. August Lemins, age 60, of 1115 Seventh Ave, admitted to city hospital Thursday after wood alcohol poisoning. condition reported serious by doctors.

Ban Francisco California Lemins Seventh Ave

Wholesale egg market weakens amid demoralized trading

Wholesale egg prices range from 45 to 48 cents per dozen as dealers mostly sell at 48 cents and some at 45. Butter holds steady at 61 cents for cubes and 62 cents for bricks. Thursday stockyard receipts count 253 cattle and 173 hogs while stock market stays steady. California celery arrives ending a three day shortage at 12 a crate. Imperial Valley lettuce hits sale at 3.75 a cane. Lemon holds at 7 for top lots. Oranges move well from 4.50 to 6.75 a case, Jap oranges at 2 a bundle.

Eee California Imperial Valley

Local Wholesale Prices for Fruits and Vegetables

Prices paid by wholesale dealers for vegetables, fruits, dairy, poultry, and hides. Cabbage to grapes list items with unit prices and regional names. notes on dairy and meat products include butter, cheese, and hides with corresponding prices. Major entities include Danioh Mall, Stayman Winesap, and Almerta grapes.

Joint Commission to Stabilize Exchange Rate Proposed

Washington Feb 5 Senator Thomas of Colorado urged Congress to create an international monetary commission to stabilize exchange rates. He cited export impairment and warned deflation risks, tracing the issue to gold movements into India and recalling the Pittman silver dollar plan as a wartime aid. Representative Cordell outlined three routes: Europe restoring exports, Europe sending gold, or extending U.S. credits via an international body, with the U.S. bearing the burden if done alone.

Washington United States Thomas Colorado Congress International Monetary Commission Great Britain France Italy Japan Senate India Pittman Cordell Tennessee House Ways and Means Committee Europe England

Britons Urged to Boycott U S Made Goods

British newspapers call for a boycott on American goods to ease the pound’s slump in New York. The campaign, led by press voices including the Manchester Guardian and Evening News, targets nonessential purchases to improve sterling exchange conditions. American cotton states face potential harm as imports halt amid the exchange crisis.

United Press London Great Britain United States the Star America New York The Manchester Guardian Evening News Lord Northcliffe

Stock Market Opens Irregular Amid Early Gains

New York trading opened uneven with Crucible at 209, General Motors near 280, United States Steel flat, and Sterling around 3.32. By late morning buyers steadied, GM up several points, Crucible higher, and Pan American and Mexican Petroleum lifting. call money 17 percent, margin calls modest as funds flood into lending. Chicago items show cattle and hogs mixed, beef and pork prices listed, while hogs and lambs firm in early afternoon trades.

New York Crucible Central Leather General Motors American Locomotive Studebaker Industrial United Stores United States Bteel Southern Pacific Sterling Steelcommen Baldwin Pan-American Mexican Petroleum Commission Sterling Exchange Allied

Grain futures recover after opening dip on Chicago Board of Trade

Chicago grain futures firm after an opening break with short covering and fresh spec buying. Corn and oats shipments to the East support the market while February to July contracts show late recoveries. Cotton prices fall in New York amid foreign import worries and a weak exchange rate.

Chicago Chicago Board of Trade New York United States

Portland Cattle Market Steady With Mixed Grades Noted

Market reports show cattle prices in Portland steady with good to choice steers at 11.50 to 12.50, fair to good 8.50 to 9.60, and canners 3.60 to 6.60. Sheep prices also steady with East of mountains lambs 16.50 to 17.50 and best valley lambs 13.50 to 16.60. Arrivals include Malay Maru and Restorer from Tacoma. multiple ships listed for departures and port calls.

Chicago Lamba Owen Portland Best Valley Yearlings Wethers Ewes

Tides in Seattle At Daybreak And Afternoon Readings

Tide data lists first high tide at 5:00 a.m. reaching 19.2 feet and second high at 4:33 p.m. at 11.2 feet. Low tides appear at 11:48 a.m. 4.7 feet and 12:01 p.m. 30 feet, with additional notes showing 18.2 and 66 PRIDAY values and changes through the day.

Sterling Exchange Recovers After Slump in NY Market

New York stock prices steadied after a nervous day with the sterling exchange recoving from yesterday's heavy slump. Other foreign exchange changes remained weak. The cotton market, steadier after a raid, opened lower, fell again, then regained some ground by noon.

Sterling Exchange New York Nited Ana Exchange

Income Tax Help Desk Opened By John E Price & Co

John E Price & Co. has set up a department led by CPA William Cairns to answer inquiries and offer guidance on preparing income tax reports. The service targets clients city residents and those living outside the city may write for information.

John E. Price & Co William Cairns

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