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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1920
Page
1
The report lauds Phil Tindall for helping organize the ground against a counterattack and remaining on duty with his command through the engagement. He went to the rear only under vigorous protest and maintained utmost coolness and devotion to duty under heavy fire throughout the action.
A narrator contrasts city and country life after a murder, noting how townsfolk linger over the crime and its details while outsiders rush on. The piece critiques sensationalism and highlights ongoing concerns about violence, cruelty, and moral contrasts between communities.
Federal grand jury in San Francisco indicts heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey and his manager Jack Kearns on conspiracy to defeat the draft and evasion charges. The jury also names Mrs. Maxine Dempsey as principal witness with related affidavits and statements.
Cleveland at February 27 reports detail police sting and stomach pump evidence in liquor cases. Albert the cut cane, Challingsworth swallowed whisky during raid. Challingsworth treated at hospital, Weiss fined 150 dollars. Otto Gabrielson injured by streetcar after bootlegged drink. Blackie Chandler’s case delayed. Robert Pilly jailed for carrying grape, Baldwin jailed for distilling hard liquor.
Four men are in custody in Cumberland Washington suspected in a robbery at the U S post office safe during a store break in Deputy sheriffs Campbell and Love transported the suspects to King county Jail Seattle two bandits were captured after a gun duel near Cumberland and Paschich the postmaster was killed during the incident Inspector Fitzgerald says only a skilled safe cracker could reveal forgotten combinations and packages inside the safe may hold clues to the killers
The court deemed the trial must proceed with troops on site despite protest. Judge Wilson noted ground for the precaution and that Maj. Casey provided the troops' presence as a precautionary measure.
Henry Sol, an aged Hawaiian, pleaded guilty Friday to violating government liquor laws. Federal Judge Jeremiah Neterer sentenced him to six months in King County Jail and a $1,000 fine.
Bernard Baruch told the House War Department Expenditures Committee that the end of high prices is in sight. He warned only a cataclysm or government overthrow could prevent a drop in the cost of living.
About 5000 renters in Denver joined the Renters and Consumers Association this week to combat profiteering landlords and push for fair housing practices. The group organized amid rising rents and housing concerns in the city.
Philip Tincall, candidate for a three year term on Seattle City Council, urges municipal ownership reform, budget discipline, and professional advice for projects like the Skagit river and street railway. He argues against costly Cedar River dam placement and calls for department co ordination to cut waste and align Americanism with local unity.
Soviet representative Maxim Litvinoff said Moscow will dispatch a trade commission to reorganize Russia’s foreign trade with London as its base if allies permit. In Everett An item notes B. E. Evans of Arthington was killed when a car overturned after a crash.
Washington February 27 decree filed in DC Supreme Court orders the big five meat packers to divest themselves of side lines unrelated to meat packing. The action follows an agreement reached between Attorney General Palmer and the packers addressing anti trust concerns.
Charles M. Schwab, Bethlehem Steel chairman, says the United States is financially stronger than ever and blames money powers for deflationary hesitancy. He predicts conditions will improve once railroads are returned to private control.
A pedestrian stepped from a street car at Fremont avenue when bumped by a car driven by G Lindblad. He was not severely hurt and taken home. A woman at Union Street and Avenue was knocked down and dragged several feet by a car backed up. she was severely bruised and taken to city hospital.
ER 8S Cohn reports striking a boy at Eighth Ave and Priest as he chased him from relatives. He says the boy slipped away, was knocked down but not injured, with only a bruise on the knee and no lasting harm. The incident was reported to police with no further injuries noted.
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