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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1920
Page
7
A Seattle Star advertisement touts Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root for kidney and bladder issues. It claims widespread relief, urges readers to request a sample size bottle, and provides address in Binghamton New York. It warns of rising kidney disease and lists bottle sizes and availability in drug stores.
The French senate is to convene to begin the trial of former premier Joseph Caillaux charged with treasonous conduct during the war. The state has summoned dozens of prominent witnesses including ambassadors and former premiers, with the court expected to sit for three days and the legislature for three days each week, likely extending the proceedings.
The report outlines the Caillaux treason indictment and political notes from Florence showing plans to seize power. It details Caillaux’s army paymaster past, South American mission, and ties to German intermediaries, with references to Malvy and the Bonnet Rouges network.
Jens Nielsen vanished en route to his brother T P Nielsen and was reported dead. An administrator was appointed Sept 4 1919 to manage the estate, with $5200 left to Mette Marie Nielsen in Denmark. Jens plans to return to claim the funds after word of his presumed death reached Hyland Judge Mitchell Gilliam.
Captain Roy Post of Engine Company No 1 with the Semite Fire Department states he prefers suspenders for work. He notes they provide fine service and are a comfortable choice for daily duties.
Washington on February 17 the late information cites Robert Lansing proposing that Vice President Marshall assume President Wilson's duties. Wilson reportedly viewed the suggestion as a personal affront and the final straw within strained cabinet relations, leading to Lansing's resignation after months of chilly ties and a forced departure.
Reports that President Wilson’s condition worsened overnight were refuted. The White House said he was up and shaving while his physician Dr Grayson stated the president was improving and following a routine.
Witness Vanguilder described the early minutes of the massacre in Centralia where Warren Grimm was shot. He recalled gunfire from the Avalon hotel and IWW hall as authorities investigated the ambush and the crowd cleared the street.
In San Francisco Claude De Beo, 61, was shot in the neck and killed at his home over a saloon he once ran. Girola mo Bianucci was wounded in the right arm claiming De Beo fired five shots first. the dispute arose during an all night party.
State officials sought to block Magnana & Co from selling Nucoa under the pure food law. Superior Judge Clay Alien upheld the action on Tuesday, sustaining the measure to halt the sale.
Tonight at 8 parents and teachers hear Brightons Lutie Stearns on milk diet. At 5 in Cornish theatre Doris Newell and Tacoma soprano perform with Mrs. D. D. Dilts. Police ball at Masoniec temple at 6. Fred Llewellyn speaks on The American Division in Combat at Roosevelt Veterans Hall 1616 Third Ave for Rainier Post American Legion at 8. Washington State Philatelic Society hosts visitors at 308 Crazy Blog.
Coroner's office conducts an inquest at the county city building into the steam explosion that killed five men at the P. L. Li & P. plant last Saturday. The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the Labor Temple for the Central Labor Council.
In Johannesburg on February 17 a special night school program teaches diamond digging to returned soldiers, offering practical training for reintegration.
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