Arrest Gang Planned Kidnap of Bankers Sons in Paso
In Paso, two men Werner Fische and Jesus Villasenor were jailed on charges of conspiracy to kidnap bankers sons and extort a ransom. A third, Dr Henry A Magruder, was released on bail amid claims he acted as informer and expressed surprise at the indictment.
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Andreas
City National Bank
Tooley
First National Bank
Werner Fische
Jesus Villasenor
Villista
Henry A. Magruder
Learn to Place or Organ In a Few Hours
An advertiser claims a new system lets anyone play piano or organ in a few hours. The pitch promises guidance by mail with a name and address card and study sheets, charging a fee.
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Detrott, Mich
Secret service seeks J Grant Lyman in Havana brokerage case
Secret service officers were to reach Havana today to pursue J Grant Lyman, a former Los Angeles man accused of a large brokerage swindle in New York. Authorities had a tip that Lyman ran bookmaking operations in Havana after fleeing the city. Read "The Rose Garden Nushband."
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New York
Secret Service
Havana
J. Grant Lyman
Los Angeles
Lyman
Laborers Win Judgment Against Contractor for Labor on Roads
Perikles Skarlatos and 20 Greek workers won a $923 judgment against contractor Henry Bryce in Judge Tallman’s court. The ruling covers labor performed on county roads under a subcontract last spring near Issaquah.
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Perikles Skarlatos
Henry Bryce
Bhaner and Wolff Move to New Fifth Avenue Store
The Seattle clothing firm of Bhaner and Wolff, led by Jeff Shaner and Frank Wolff, announces a relocation to 916 Second Avenue after years of growth from Third and Marion to a larger, fully refitted shop. The pair credits ambitious planning, strong customer service, and aggressive advertising for their success as they debut a larger stock and continued low prices.
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Seattle
Jeff Shaner
Frank Wolff
Second Avenue
Third Avenue
Third and
Marion
Shaner
Mr. Wolff
Shaner & Wolff
Bridges Talk Of Senate Race In Democratic Primary
Robert Bridges, port of Seattle president, and ex Senator Turner of Spokane are likely candidates for the Democratic U S Senate nomination next fall. Bridges vows to run if Humphrey reaches the finals and seeks state control of port properties to ease King county tax burdens.
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Seattle
Turner
Spokane
United States
Will E. Humphrey
Senate
Jidges
Humphrey
Fridges
Ward
Sen Poindexter
Judge Albertson
Ole Hanson
King County
Washington
California
Louisiana
Dominion of Canada
Tenor Theo Earle Deluged by Admirers After Concert
Theo Earle drew a Great Ovation at the Philharmonic concert with arias from La Franca by Myerbeer and other numbers. Mrs Johnston said he had to muff the phone as fans called constantly and he left with his mother after the performance.
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Sparker
Philharmonic Orchestra
Theo Earle
Salter
Henschel
Russell
Voorhes
Marshall
Leoncavello
Donizetti
Frank Leon
Spargur
East
Star
S. H
Rose Garden
Labor for Brandeis Unanimous Council Request to Ratify
Central Labor council votes unanimously to urge Senators Poindexter and Jones to ratify Louis D. Brandeis’s Supreme Court appointment. Wednesday night session includes messages from Senator Jones and Congressman Humphrey. Also discussed Bremerton navy yard expansion for larger ship construction.
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Poindexter
Jones
Louis D. Brandeis
Supreme Bench
Humphrey
Bremerton Navy Yard
Rose Garden Musband
Miss Jones denies two factions claim in socialist party
Miss Charlotte F. Jones, socialist candidate for the council, dismisses talk of two party factions as false. She notes some members have quit, but insists there are not two factions. The Nose Garden Husband event and the Eighth camp of Loyal Neighbors of America formed in Seattle. The Swedish club hall hosted the charter signing with 65 names, led by Laura Reeves assisted by Alpha Campbell and Elizabeth Thayer. The new camp plans weekly meetings at the Swedish club hall.
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Socialist Party
Charlotte F. Jones
Seattle
Rloyal Neighbors of America
Swedish Club Hall
Laura E. Reeves
Alpha A. Campbell
Tacoma
Elizabeth KB
Thayer
Olive
Theatre collapse at Mexia kills nine in fire after gas blast
Nine bodies were recovered from the ruined opera house in Mexia Texas after a collapse during an art show. A gas explosion sparked a fire causing $100,000 damage and injuring three others. Superintendent of Schools Welsh and his wife were among the dead. The event followed an art show when the building caved in.
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Mexia
Tex
Schoola
Elliott Bay Yacht and Engine Co to expand Seattle yards
The Elliott Bay Yacht and Engine Co will invest 250000 dollars to construct a modern shipbuilding plant as an extension to its Seattle yards. The announcement came Thursday and mentions the project title The New Garden Nashand.
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Elliott Bay Yacht and Engine Co
Weert Seattle
Nashand
Rotary Stunt Plans Set for Northwest Conference
About 200 Rotarians gathered at a luncheon in the Washington Annex hotel on Wednesday to map out stunts for the Northwest Conference of Rotary clubs. The event will be hosted at the New Washington hotel this Saturday.
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Washington Annex Hotel
Northwest Conference of
Rotary Clubs
New Washington Hotel
Danderine Promises Dandruff Cure and Hair Growth
Advert shows Danderine claims to remove dandruff and shedding, strengthen roots, and make hair fluffy and shiny. It urges use with a cloth to apply strand by strand and promises immediate, dramatic improvement and new hair growth over weeks.
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Knowton
Free eye remedy promise from Optona prescription
A promotional notice claims glasses can be discarded by users of a simple eye remedy. It describes personal testimonials of cleared vision and reduced pain after using Optona tablets dissolved in water, bathed in the eyes twice daily, and urges timely care to prevent blindness.
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Optona
Editors Mail Confesses Readers’ Voice On Public Interest
The column invites readers to express opinions on any public issue in print. Submit 150 words or less, single-sided, with clear handwriting or typeset. The editor seeks grouches suggestions and criticisms from the community.
Erickson the Man Seeks Seattle Mayoral Victory
A voter urges unity behind Oliver T. Erickson to defeat the current administration in Seattle. The letter critiques Dr. Matthews and Griffithe, praises Erickson as a reformer, and proposes Erickson as mayor with Griffiths as police chief to achieve clean government.
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Btar
Seattle
Oliver T. Erickson
Gill
Dr. Matthews
Griffitha
Erickson
Griffithe
Police
Griffiths
Editor’s view on good government at home and city
The writer argues that just leadership starts at home with absolute justice, respect for others, calm guidance, and humor. Citing Ma Griffiths as a model leader, the piece contends he is best suited to guide the community, countering the view of Mr Ortthitha as overly academic. A captioned image of a child asking for a button follows.
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the Star
Edity
Ma Griffithes
Ortffitha
Marguerite Charter
Ideal Mayor Gill praised by Seattle voters
The readers urge continued support for Mr. Gill as mayor, arguing he has performed well since taking office at the last election and kept the tax levy low while meeting government needs, urging voters to ignore campaign distractions.
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Star
Gill
Seattle
Fr. B
THAT LANG CASE Editor The Star
Mrs Delia Morris of 2367 Ninth Ave W urges support for O T Frickwon for mayor but backs Erickson to prevent police scandals. She argues isms exist and cites Gill supporters, stating the public utilities need a friend in office and warning against immunity or whitewash.
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O. T. Frickwon
Mr. Erickson
Erickson
Lang
Voter Letter Endorses Griffithe for Mayor and Erickson for Council
A Seattle reader endorses Austin K. Griffithe for mayor citing honesty and leadership. The letter also supports Oliver T. Erickson for re election to the council, praising his five years of service. The writer asks former mayor to return to private life and notes opposition to tax increases and a project on Lowman Drive in West Seattle.
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the Star
Austin K. Griffithe
Oliver T. Erickson
Council
Seattle
1HGUL
Lowman Drive
West Seattle
Furleich
Vashon Place
Municipal ownership vote urged for Griffiths via editor letter
A letter to The Star advocates Griffiths for mayor and Erickson for councilman to tackle municipal ownership. The writer praises Griffiths as a free blue municipal ownership proponent and criticizes rival Gill. An 86 year old supporter of Gill also signs, urging continuity in leadership.
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the Star
Austin KE
Griffiths
Firet
Erickson
Oliver T. Erick for Mayor in Growing City
Public servant Oliver T. Erickson is praised for years of service in the legislative department and urged as a capable candidate to guide the city’s progress as mayor. Endorsed by M. E. Dunbar, Ith Ave. N.
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Oliver T. Erickson
Oliver T. Erick
M. EB. Dunbar
Zil Ith
Ave
Vote for Hi Any Time Editor The Star
A local call to vote for candidates T Erickson and Brick son is urged, claiming they have proven fairness across rich and poor and will deal square with all classes. The item references prior supporters of Hi Gill and labels them as now backing Erickson and Brick son.
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the Star
Hi Gill
T. Erickson
Brickson
Need New Materials Says Griffiths in Star Letter
A Letter to the editor from F.8 praises The Star for advocating reform and calls for new material and leadership. The writer supports the paper’s stance on Erickson resigning to run for mayor and on Gill and the police chief, urging confidence in the will of the people.
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the Star
Erickson
Council
Gill
Mr. Griffiths
Candidates to Talk to Labor Candidates
A Thursday evening quiz meeting at the Labor temple will feature labor candidates. Hulett M. Wells, president of the council, will chair the event, organized by a committee led by Frank Gates Jas A Duncan and Mrs Ida Levi. Head The Hose Garden Husband.
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Labor Temple
Central Labor Council
Hulett M. Wells
Frank Gates
Jas. A. Duncan
Ida Levi
Hose Garden
Man Jumps to Death From Downey Ave Bridge
C. C. Rogers 54 of Boyle Heights leaps to death from the Downey avenue bridge in Los Angeles. Police say he was despondent due to illness in his family.
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Los Angeles
Downey Ave
C. C. Rogers
Boyle Heights
New Rebellion Planned Across Border Says War Dept
Washington reports unofficial border information to Gen Funston alleging a Mexican uprising is maturing in the United States. The conspiracy reportedly reached a definite stage with munitions smuggled into Mexico and plans for small party crossovers.
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Washington
Rio Grande
War Department
Funston
U. S
State Department
Carranza
Mexico
Pape's Cold Compound Claims Quick, All-Natural Relief
A vintage ad promotes Pape's Cold Compound as the fastest cure for colds, claiming instant reef, and three doses every two hours clear head congestion, feverishness, sore throat and sneezing. It emphasizes genuine product, 25 cent price, easy taste, and no other remedy offering such prompt relief.
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Pape
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