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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1917
Page
7
In Buenos Aires on February 14 Minister Torel lo of Public Works abolished afternoon tea in his department. He says it will save employees time and cut costs, noting tea and its adjuncts would otherwise cost about 52800 dollars annually.
Frank Ladak was cleared by Judge Harry Dolan in the Mays Court on a disorderly conduct charge. He testified his act consisted of singing “Ireland Must Be Heaven” and the judge ruled the performance was not a crime.
Lawrence Kansas February 14 The disappearance of Mrs Charles Cochrane wife of a University of Kansas engineering professor is solved with her body recovered from the Kansas River She left home October 25 and was not seen again alive A nation wide search and multiple crews followed by Professor Cochrane and friends led to the discovery in the Middle West
Davenport February 14 Helen Gobble 22 clung to the fender of a limited train her automobile was demolished the machine was carried fifteen feet and tossed to one side by the collision authorities say she escaped death with minor injuries cleaning crews moved the wreckage and investigated the incident.
The article argues that U S entry would end the war quickly, citing Charles Edward Russell and noting America's greater wealth and resources. It claims war with Germany would be untenable for the Kaiser, who seeks peace to preserve his throne, and notes Theodore H. Price's wealth and population table supporting Allied advantages.
Kansas City report says two women claim to be the wife of Thomas W. Cunningham former Joplin mayor and wealthy banker. Zoe Z Cunningham now Dr Zoe Wilkins is named as the young claimant while another woman aged 71 asserts marriage. The case centers on a fortune estimated at two million dollars and Cunningham’s past.
Misa Cunningham known as Cunningham’s daughter and Mise Cunningham, 72, is said to be involved. Tabitha Taylor, 71, of Joplin, claims to be Cunningham’s common law wife and sues for 1,000,000 dollars as half his property after a rival claimant appeared.
Valparaiso Indiana February 14 Maurice Prindiville fractured his knee in a Chicago store weeks ago leading to amputation. He insisted the severed limb be kept in a precise angle to avoid discomfort and the leg was buried in that position. A farmer named Robert Nichols formerly buried a hand for three years in a different case and later found relief after rescuers straightened the fingers.
Fire Marshal Bringhurst tells the city council in a Tuesday letter that current ordinances shield owners of fire trap buildings from stronger action. He urges amendments to grant him more leeway in condemning dangerous structures to reduce hazards.
The Seattle Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Club taxation bureau opposes the proposed amendment to the Renick law giving city power to loan from bond and local improvement funds. The phosphorus sale bill and several other pending reports were referred to the legislative committee.
Federal authorities confiscated three barrels of unlicensed liquor from the Woodcock pharmacy at 606 Pike on the seizure of the Julian Levin Co. stock in San Francisco. Other consignments are being sought in the city and the matter may go to the grand jury when it reconvenes on March 6.
Lieut. John A. Beckwith of the Oregon naval militia urged to boost recruiting as the government calls up citizen sailors to man ships that are presently short handed.
Queen Elizabeth of Belgium is praised as a mother to her 7,000,000 people and especially to the soldiers. Her nursing work endears her to the troops who nickname her their Good Angel.
A bold Seattle advertising feature touts a large, fully equipped dental office with spotless sanitation, expert dentists, and an ironclad guarantee. Testimonials claim painless extractions, while staff invite inspections to verify modern sterilization and high standards.
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