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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1920

Page

6

Havana Hectic No More for U S Tour Reporter

Lee J Smits writes from Havana on February 17 about American capital pouring into hotels and racing as Havana as a resort city. He notes reform limits to nightlife yet describes grand jockey club track conditions and pricey rooms 16 dollars with bath often a misnomer.

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Allies Preparing Note to Answer President Wilson

London report says the final allied reply to Wilson's Adriatic note will be drafted at today's council session. Public reaction mixed as observers praise his return to active diplomacy while others question U.S. commitment in European affairs. White House reiterates U.S. support for Yugoslav rights in the Adriatic and defends the Fiume settlement position.

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Jugo Slavs Stand Firm on Adriatic Zone Demands

Belgrade government refuses any Adriatic settlement not in line with Wilson's note. Juго-Slav officials say backing down would topple their government, while French circles mix praise and skepticism over the note and its timing. Allies may welcome an American representative to aid discussions.

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Holden Resigns as Railway Director

Hale Holden resigns as railroad director of the Central Western states. R H L Alshton will assume authority until March 1 when railroads revert to private control. Regional directors will cease operations March 1. Holden to resume as president of C B Q and Colorado & Southern when ownership is privatized.

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Bandits Fire Twice As Fisher Drives Off

Two armed bandits fired two shots at A. A. Fisher of 2038 Warsaw Avenue at 2 a.m. Tuesday after Fisher failed to stop his car at their command. Fisher was driving home when the men stepped into the street at Sixth Avenue and Spokane Street and attempted a hold up.

Hartung Signs a New Entertainer

Hartung announces a new baby boy at the Moore Theatre household. The Hartung family resides at Woodland Park arts Fremont avenue and N 60th street. MISS DORIS NEWELL Seattle composer performs at Cornish school with soprano Mrs D D Diltà. Herman Mackoff heads to Ukraine region to hunt mother and siblings. Kansas City Western Electric sale to Leavenworth fetches $260000.

W. A. Hartung Moore Theatre Hartung Mrs. Hartung Woodland Park Arts Fremont Ave Doris Newell Seattle Cornish School D. D. Dilta Tacoma Miss Newell Spokane Herman Mackoff Ukraine Kansas City Kansas City Western Electric Leavenworth

New Plaid Skirting 56 Inches Wide at $7.95 Yard

Textile listing shows plaid skirting 56 inches wide priced at 7.95 per yard. A total amount of 1193 25 appears in the entry, likely a misprint or subtotal. No other details on colorways or supplier are provided.

Fan-ta-si Fiber Silks Featured in 1920 Skirt Designs

A vintage catalog notes Fan-ta-si Fiber Silk fabrics 40 inches wide priced at 8.50 with bright colorways and plain tones. Butterick pattern No. 1747 appears among notions and findings and fabric listings with materials for a skirt priced around 12.75 to 13.63.

The Haviland China Situation

Haviland & Co of Limoges France reports postwar conditions cut output to about one fifth and cancels all outstanding orders. They will reduce patterns to about one tenth and focus on a few standard patterns. Owners should replenish their sets as many Seattle patterns are discontinued and new imports costly.

Haviland China Haviland Seattle

New Wirthmor Blouses Arrive In Spring Styles

Four new Spring models in Georgette and silk Crepe Chine arrive priced at 6.75 each. Blouse options include a Crepe de Chine business style with embroidered collar and pearl buttons, a tailored Georgette tucked hemstitched piece, and a surplice with Filet lace collar. Colors white beige gray navy sizes 36 to 44.

Spring dress trims announce Chantilly Laces and medallion embroidery

New Chantilly Laces in skirt length justify black evening frocks at 7 dollars per yard. Embroidered Medallions feature butterfly and conventional designs from 5 to 50 cents each. Cord girdles and tassels come in colors and sizes as trims for spring fashions on the upper main floor.

Gingham Fabric Offer for Dresses Aprons and Frocks

Gingham fabric in 20 yard 26 and 27 inch widths available in plaids checks and stripes. Suitable for dresses aprons and children’s frocks with lengths up to 10 yards. Fabric floor third sale notice.

Women's Vici Kid House Slippers In Various Styles

Soft indoor wear slippers offered in black with hand turned soles and several styles including elastic sides patent leather tip and patent stay. Priced at $5.00 with sizes 3 to 9 and widths A to EEE. Located on the upper main floor in the Women’s Shoe Shop.

Start Your Garden Now This Spring and Summer

Every minute in your garden this Spring and Summer yields better health appetite and sleep plus big savings on groceries. The golden garden hours bring satisfaction from helping plants grow and thrive.

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