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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1920

Page

16

Korea Reform Promised by Governor General Saito

Baron Admiral Minoru Saito governor general of Korea outlined a reform program to permit freedom of speech and assembly in Korea. He aims to settle Korean troubles though an assassination attempt marked his early tenure. In San Francisco the Korean National association saw the reform program as widening strains between Koreans and Japanese.

Tokyo Minoru Saito Korea Japan Baron Saito San Francisco

Subpoena Issued For Soviet Envoy Martens In Washington

A subpoena was issued for Ludwig Martens Bolshevist ambassador to the United States to appear before a Senate subcommittee investigating Russian propaganda. Chairman Moses said location and deadline were uncertain as Justice Department operatives round up reds. A second subpoena went to Gregory Weinstein linked to Martens' Soviet embassy.

Washington Ludwig Co K. Martens Bolshevist United States Senate Moses New Hampshire Martens Department of Justice Gregory Weinstein

Wallace Won’t Attend Peace Ratification Signing

Paris dispatch reports Ambassador Wallace will not attend the signing of the German Protocol or the ratification exchange for the peace treaty tomorrow afternoon. The decision comes as an instruction from Washington.

Wallace Paris United Press Washington

U. S. Attorney Falls on Ice Again

R C Saunders district attorney for the western district of Washington slipped on ice for the second time in ten days and was confined to his home with a badly sprained knee Friday.

U. S. Attorney R. C. Saunders Western District of Washington

Trial questions criminalizing mental murder over self harm

In Union County Ohio a man known as Erastus Millstead faces possible execution if convicted as an accessory before the fact in the death by self destruction of Roberts Morehead, a 64 year old farmer. Prosecution says Millstead's impersonation of an officer and threats pushed Morehead to kill himself over alleged theft of logging tools. The case centers on whether words or deceit can amount to murder.

Edwin J. Brown PD. D Columbia ST Seattle Beattle Edwin J CROWN Morganfield Earl Fowler Morehead Mary Morehead Millstead Tom Logan Logan Millatead New York

Sergt Ribbach Chosen Leader Of Police Band

Sergt Fred A Ribbach was elected president of the police department band for the seventh time at Thursday night meeting. Gustave Hasselblad was secretary treasurer and Patrolman William Carr named musical director. A cash balance of 500 dollars was reported on hand.

Fred A. Ribbach Polices Department Ribbach Coppers’ Symphony Gustave V. Hasselblad William Carr

Fernandez to Take Bonillas' Office

Ambassador Ignacio Bonillas of Mexico will be succeeded in Washington by Salvador Diego Fernandes former chief clerk of the department of foreign relations according to advices from Mexico City Fernandes left Mexico City Sunday night

San Antonio Tex Ignacio Bonillas Mexico Washington Salvador Diego Fernandes Department of Foreign Relations Fernandes Mexico City

Grand jury to call Dr C G Schott in shooting case

Louisville January 9 The Jefferson county grand jury meeting today was expected to call Dr Christopher G Schott held under bond in the shooting of his office assistant Elizabeth Ford Griffiths 17 It was hinted the jury might finish its deliberations before night.

Louisville Jefferson County Grand Jury Christopher G. Schott Bond Elizabeth Ford Griffiths

Alleged Mining Fraud Case Delayed in Federal Court

The Tione vig Rowe copper mining case faced indefinite postponement after key exhibits failed to arrive from New York. Alaska mining man Christian Tijonevig and Seattle publicity specialist George Francis Rowe, indicted in New York on October 2, were tied to alleged mining frauds as extradition proceedings were to be reviewed by Judge Jeremiah Neterer.

New York Tionevig- Rowe Christian Tijonevig Alaska George Francis Rowe Seattle Jeremiah Neterer

Sermon series at Central Baptist on Lord’s Prayer

Dr. Frederick W. Carstens begins a new sermon series at Central Baptist Church Sunday morning on the Lord’s Prayer focusing on the Fatherhood of God and Brotherhood of Man. In the evening he continues with the third sermon on the Commandments of Christ and Principles of Christian Living, discussing the Listening Side of Prayer. In a separate matter, a $1,500 damage suit by Alfred I. Leik against Captain William Winningham is heard by Superior Judge Boyd J. Tallman. Leik, a former city fireman, claims a supervisor accused him of pro-German sentiment, which Winningham denies, while Winningham seeks to prove the charge.

Frederick W. Carstens Central Baptist Church Alfred I. Leik Igainer Wiliam Winningham Boyd J. Tallman Winningham Leik Hie F. L Stetson Capt. Winningham

Credit talk in plain English on Europe's money woes

An explainer compares France United States Germany Italy to debt ridden individuals, showing how currency depreciation reduces buying power and risks choking European trade. It warns Europe must fix its economy to avoid default and harm American industry and exports.

France United States Jean Sam Bam Europe

Rome Tokyo flight plan announced by Italian aviators

Tokyo report says pilot Gentille announces a Rome to Tokyo flight with brief stops at Brindisi Saloniki Adalia Aleppo Bagdad Basra Karachi Delhi Calcutta Rangoon Bangkok Amoy Canton Foochow Shanghai Taingtao Peking Seoul Fusan Onaka. The journey will last about UU days with officers and two soldiers stationed at each halt for refueling and repairs.

Tokyo

Tomato Market Surges On Western Ave Amid High Buyer Demand

Mexican tomatoes appeared on Western avenue after two weeks with buyers snapping up most stock by Friday noon at five dollars per lug. Potatoes hold at ninety five to one hundred dollars, while poultry prices rise another cent per pound. Cattle receipts total 336 and hogs 56 as hogs gain strength and cattle stay steady.

Western Ave United States Department of Agriculture

Local Market Prices for Vegetables Fruits and Farm Goods

Wholesale dealers quote prices for cabbage carrots cauliflower celery lettuce tomatoes and other produce. Hides tallow wool and livestock quotes and basic grains like oats corn and grits appear with bids and ranges from local markets and stockyards.

Status of the New York Stock Exchange

Prices were irregular at the opening with United States Steel at 106 half, Mexican Petroleum at 213, United States Rubber at 1844, and Baldwin near 118. Activity centered on Hazen and Royal Dutch while London buying pushed Royal Dutch above 1064 and Pan-American to 1034 as markets firmed into the afternoon.

New York United States Steel Mexican Petroteum American Car & Foundry Binelair Mtudebaker United States Rubber United Metall Haldwin Southern Pacific Hazen Mexican Petroleum Bears United States Realty Philadelphia Company Royal Dutch London Baldwin Oll Hell Transport Doheny Pan-American

Chicago Live Stock Markets Show Mixed Early Activity

Chicago live stock receipts reach into the thousands with beef and pork prices fluctuating. Cattle and hogs display uneven trends as bid levels and packing demand push or pull the market for the day.

Chicago Owen

Grain prices edge up on light Chicago Board of Trade trade

Chicago grain prices rose slightly as light movement and a car shortage kept farmers from shipping. Provisions were higher with January corn opening at 1.41 and May corn around 1.264 with small gains. oats and other grains showed minor changes amid uncertain shipment.

Chicago Chicago Board of Trade

New Steamer Eastern Crag Bound for Seattle

The steamer Eastern Crag sails from its Orient launch site toward Seattle to be delivered to the United States Shipping Board at the port.

Eastern Crag Seattle Orient United States Shipping Board

Public Markets Westlake stalls list a mix of produce and staples

Market notes show Stalls 12 12 and 131 offering pork roast sirloin steak apples and canned goods. Prices range from 10 to 2 for sardines 14 cents for Carnation milk 35 cents for Dr Price extract and 40 cents for Golden West coffee.

Westlake Stalin Florida

Local Market Stalls Feature Fresh Milks and Groceries

Notices list stalls offering pure milk at PIKP PLACE Stall 79 and Carnation milk at Stall 66, plus Jiffye Jellic walnuts at Stall 1502 and eggs at Stall 1519. Other items include coffee at Stall 12, sugar and flour sacks, homemade mayonnaise, cheese varieties, comb honey, dried goods, and canned soups and fruits.

Grocery Market Items List From Eastern District Stall Notes

A fragmented inventory list shows several stalls with labeled items including bacon, lard, eggs, butter, peanut butter, cod, walnuts, soap, pumpkin and naptha. Prices are listed per unit or weight such as 66e for lard, 67e per pound for Jersey butter, 26c for peanut butter, and 260 for various canned goods. The entry references stall numbers 2, 110, 102, 14, and 18-25 with miscellaneous brands and packaging details.

Bank Clearings and Balances Across Cities

Seattle clearings show 903,090.50 with balances 1,186,727.10. Portland reports 6,664,660.71 clearings and balance details. Spokane totals indicate 1,806,088.00 in clearings and 568,582.00 in balances. Tacoma shows 441,194.75 in clearings and 45,223,818.92 in balances.

Portland Spokane Seevee Tacoma

Alaskans Sail North From Sitka and Skagway Lands

District Judge R W Jennings of Juneau joins James Freeborn operator of a Chicago mine near Sitka and Mrs C F Pullen hotel owner of Skagway among many Alaskans who sailed north Thursday on the Admiral line steamer City of Beattie after vacations on the out wide.

R. W. Jennings Juneau James Freeborn Chicago Sitka Mra. C

Steamships Efma and Eglan Tine Due in Philadelphia

The steamships Efma and Eglan Tine, operated by Frank Waterhouse & Co., are due in Philadelphia in two days after departing with full cargoes of flour.

Efma Eglantine Frank Waterhouse & Co Philadelphia

Big Three Still in Session at Peace Conference

Paris January 9 United Press reports the Big Three leaders Liocy George Clemenceau and Nitti continued secret talks to wind up final disputes. British and Italian delegations arrived last night and joined discussions with French officials.

Paris United Press Liocy George Clemenceau Nitti

GOP Leaders Avoid Treaty's Campaign Use

Republican leaders say the peace treaty should not be a campaign issue. They expect a compromise on reservations England and France will accept and believe voters will back their stance on Americanizing the treaty if it enters the race.

Denver Colo United Press England France

Mystery Ship Docks After Many Perils

Victoria reports the bark Jane J Stanford captained by Mel Lachlan has docked after a 22 day watch. The vessel, nicknamed mystery ship, vanished each time it cleared the cape due to adverse winds, then returned to sea. Earlier she ran ashore during a blinding storm years ago.

Victoria Jane J. Stanford MelLachlan Cape McLachlan Stanford Etraite

Steamer Washington Crashes into Log Off Alki Point

Twenty five passengers aboard the steamer Washington bound from Coma for Seattle were nearly stricken Thursday morning when it crashed into a log off Alki Point. Fog and current swung the boom, blamed for the accident. The Washington had a dent but no injuries were reported.

Washington Coma Seattle Alki Point

Pacific Cable Break Halts Trans-Pacific Link

The Pacific cable is broken between an unspecified location and Manila, with repairs expected to take at least a month. The earlier severance last winter lasted two and a half months.

Manila

Cotton Gin Report Shows 1919 Output Decline

The census bureau reports cotton gins produced 10,01 running bales last year, counting half bales, compared to 10,773,463 bales in 1918, reflecting a drop in output and indicating a weaker textile season.

Washington Census Bureau Today

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