24 Feb 1922
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1922
Page
1
The Star condemns a local factory for imposing a 12 hour shift on workers, calling it vicious and inhuman even with extra pay. It argues such labor practices violate American values and deserve no place in the community.
At least seven value hotels in Seattle intend to rebrand their tamics to Hollywood marketing tones to attract guests. The move reflects a push to boost occupancy and ad revenue through themed promotions and partnerships with local attractions.
Port Angeles workers face a 12 hour day after two shifts replace three. About 75 employees toil 12 hours for four extra hours of pay, while the company cites cost cuts and open shop pressures. Paraffine Companies, Inc. explains money losses forced the change as unions faded four years ago.
H F Alexander of Seattle intends to purchase the U S S Columbia from the shipping board for passenger service in the Pacific. The ship, formerly the Great Northern and flagship of the Atlantic fleet, was ordered returned yesterday. The plan aims to replace the Northern Pacific, now lost by fire off the New Jersey coast after its purchase from the board.
The district attorney probes bucketeering as twelve broker houses topple in a week. indictments are expected today and twenty indicted brokers are reported by the grand jury. thirty four investigations are under way and six arrests have been made so far.
Judge Austin BD Griffith denied Louis Schwellenbach’s motion to dismiss the $1,890.26 embezzlement charge against George M. Brazer on Friday. Nine state witnesses testified as Brazer’s trial entered its second day, with court crowd comprising American Legion members and Metropolitan Club members. Brazer was to testify Friday afternoon.
Seattle Retail Grocers association members push for a union of retail grocery clerks arguing eight hour workdays. The plan will be debated at the March 8 meeting led by secretary Frank Kannai who also notes a proposal to limit Seattle grocery stores.
The Star invites readers to shop today using its advertising pages. Shoes clothing groceries meats and more are advertised with prices promising worthwhile savings for tomorrow’s purchases. Build a full Saturday shopping list from the ads in today’s issue.
A historical list of behavioral guidelines for mothers. The document prescribes rewards over punishment, forbids scolding or limiting language, urges respectful speech, and emphasizes creating an inviting home environment. It also directs never frightening a child, avoiding phrases like I can't, and always answering questions.
Ruth Abeling reports Winifred Sackville Stoner promoting rhythm based child rearing at a New York neighborhood forum. She argues rhythm prolongs life, shapes environment, and can replace punishment with song and music as tools for learning and behavior.
Arguments on the writ of habeas corpus for Jafet Lindeberg, a Tacoma banker held on bank wrecking charges, were adjourned as he failed to appear. His lawyers submitted affidavits claiming illness from influenza, prompting a court-ordered continuance.
Reports from Los Angeles state actress Mabel Normand is critically ill with a serious influenza form at an Altadena home. Physicians say she is in crisis as officials withhold the other actress involved in the Taylor murder case.
In early morning investigation detectives comb Ferguson Alley Chinatown seeking clues to the dope ring leader said to be tied to the murder of William P. D. Taylor. Officers interview residents as part of the ongoing case.
Eugene reports railroad brakeman Ben F. Chambers shot himself in the head at his home after being indicted for a statutory offense against an 11 year old girl. He was arrested in Corvallis, released on $2,000 bail, and his case was to be heard next term. Mrs. Chambers is hysterical.
In Waco Texas on February 24 Miss Marcie Matthews a 15 year old witness shot J. S. Crosslin in a district court where he faced charges of criminal assault. Three bullets struck Crosslin as the jury had been chosen and the girl declared I thought I ought to.
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