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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1920
Page
9
Maj. Gen Leonard Wood urged acceptance of the League of Nations with Lodge reservations intact. He argued the treaty should not be delayed for a general election and that the public supports ratification if traditional American policies are protected.
PAISLEY Scotland February 12 The Liberal party seeks a comeback with Herbert Asquith aiming to win the Paisley seat in the house of commons in a bye election caused by the death of Sir J M McCallum. Observers say the result could shape the party s strength in parliament. Also a.SALESMAN ARRESTED in San Francisco for obtaining money under false pretenses as detectives pin down C F Reiley.
The Northern Pacific freight car theft case names Pietro Gentili Guilio Zinette Edo Ceccht Cesare Orsi Romano Salazar and Clintor Guintoll as defendants. Prosecutor Fred C. Brown announces the charges.
In Tombstone Arizona United Press dispatch, jurors in the Bisbee kidnapping case faced questions as Judge Pattee ruled belief in street justice insufficient for a challenge. C K. Welea testified while Porter McDonald, town constable, was arrested for false imprisonment sparking local protest. Fifty six jurors were examined with 56 more venire awaiting examination.
Police frustrated an attempted burglary at the Baltimore Distillery Co. plant. No injuries reported and suspects fled the scene. Local authorities are reviewing evidence and inspecting the plant premises for clues.
An article promotes Pinex pine extract with syrup to soothe throat and chest membranes. It claims fast action within 24 hours for coughs hoarseness and bronchial conditions and warns against substitutes and weaker products.
Claim describes using four ounces of liquid Arvon applied at night to moisten the scalp. Advertises rapid results by morning with repeated applications dissolving and destroying dandruff, stopping itching, and improving hair texture. Promotes easy availability at drug stores and low cost.
Dr Edwards introduces Olive Tablets as a calomel substitute for chronic constipation and liver issues. The sugar coated olive colored tablets claim to ease the bowel and aid digestion without calomel, marketed as a gentle option.
An old Sloan's advertisement touts quick relief for rheumatic pains and muscle aches. It promises easy application without rubbing and notes three sizes, 35c, 60c, and $1.40, urging readers to find a local druggist who carries it.
Comptroller John Skelton Williams reports U S banking resources surpass 46 billion dollars. National banks hold 22.444 billion as of Nov 17 1919 and state banks 26.28 billion as of June 36 1919, with large increases since 1914 and 1915. He urges production and thrift to restore foreign exchange and gold parity, recommending Europe convert raw materials into higher value goods at home.
Chicago meter readers for the gas company must take the pledge after a flood of job requests. A customer reported his private stock disappeared following a meter reader's visit, prompting the pledge move.
Will Lockett, 3823, a Black man convicted of killing Geneva Hardman, 10, of South Elk Horn, was moved into the death house here yesterday under federal guard, after arrival from Lexington.
New York, Feb 12. Mrs Anna Kaplan offered her eight day old infant for sale at 1000 dollars but changed plans and will place the child in an institution. She said no offers reached the asking price while debts from her deserted husband prompted the sale threat.
George Abrien was sentenced by Judge Boyd J. Taliman to six months to one year in prison. Petitions for and against a pardon are before Governor Hart.
Alleged loot discovered in the POW section included a case of eggs two sticks of butter and a pair of womens shoes associated with G Outhrie and Frank Portogale.
A marked money raid indicates a dry squad police payoff to Sam Limonas, a soft drink dispenser, for three grape drinks, to be used as evidence in a case.
A testimonial from J A Williams claims Adler i ka cured years of stomach pain and constipation after three weeks. The advertisement touts relief from gas sour stomach and foul stomach matter, promising bowel cleansing and potential appendicitis prevention. It lists ingredients buckthorn cascara glycerine and nine others and names Swift Drug Co Hartell Drug Co as distributors.
An advertisement extols Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root claiming it remedies kidney liver and bladder issues and uric acid problems that cause rheumatism. It cites testimonials from druggists and customers and offers a sample bottle by mail with 10 cents to Dr Kilmer and Co of Binghamton New York mentioning The Seattle Stars.
In Orange New Jersey on February 12 United Press reports Thomas A Edison, honoring his 73rd birthday, warned the world remains primitive despite modern feats in submarines, wireless and air travel. He predicted efficiency will rise for a thousand years and that machines will run society with workers as brains behind them.
Industry leader quoted that Edison’s employer received a note from President Wilson for the celebration of Thomas Edison's 73rd birthday. The message expresses pride in being among Edison's friends and admirers and asks that it be conveyed to him.
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