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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1920
Page
19
In San Antonio on February 13 a crowd of about 3200, angered by a spiritualistic performance, forced the mediums and spirits to retreat to a dressing room. The audience stayed, demanding refunds while the mediums were taken to police headquarters for protection and turned over $1100 in admissions for safekeeping.
Boston February 13. Methodist missionaries in darkest Africa prepare to adopt new tactics by establishing three industrial schools modeled after Tuskegee Institute for African Negroes. Agriculture will be stressed.
In Liberty Missouri on February 13 a carload of Missouri mules sold at an average of 405 dollars each. The shocking price rise highlights the high cost of kicking goods and sets new records for mule sales.
Kansas City, Feb 13 Miss Tiera Farrow the first woman divorce proctor in the United States faced a reverse outcome as she sought a decree of divorce. Her court appearance surprised the judges and clerks who had appointed her to the post.
In a dramatic hearing the former divorce proctor Ming Farrow pleads cruel treatment by her husband. Judge grants the decree and Farrow receives $4 250 settlement. Farrow, famed for defending a murder case in Missouri, ends an era as first woman divorce advocate.
British voters observe a clash over prohibition as local option spreads. Scotland already uses local control. rest of Britain may follow. Wartime liquor controls linger into peace while American anti saloon groups mobilize funds and pressure. Lloyd George expected to push a new licensing bill broadening local option. Influenza undermines Ralph A. Schoenfeld of Standard Furniture Co as he recovers.
Guidance on using Maltified coconut oil shampoo rather than common soaps or shampoos. It cleanses with a rich lather, rinses easily, and leaves hair soft, silky, and manageable. The text promotes inexpensive, greaseless shampoo available at pharmacies for family use.
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