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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1919
Page
4
Vladivostok Siberia mid January report says Allied forces including American troops struggle to choose whom to support in Russia and resist Bolsheviks. General Graves seeks a unified policy while frontline units face harsh winter, famine, roving bands, and local turmoil threatening civilians and a fragile regeneration effort.
The piece accuses a King County driven machine led by Howard Taylor of rigging Washington Senate appointments after a 14 member anti-corporate protest. It notes re election of several signers, and criticizes the public utilities committee chaired by Taylor as a tool for special interests.
Special to The Star from Paris reports France will honor Clemenceau and Foch with a national vote of thanks. The bill, to be inscribed in town halls and schools, lauds Clemenceau premier and war minister and Foch as allied armies’ generalissimo.
California moved to ratify the Cheppard federal dry amendment after a 48 to 28 vote in the state assembly at 7 30 last night following a four hour debate. The measure had earlier passed the senate and now heads to the governor for final action.
Japanese crepe kimonos offered in Empire style in medium and light colors with stripe patterns and plain trims. Priced at 1.29 dollars per kimono, with 1.49 dollars for another option touted as cheaper than the material alone.
Labor delegates from nearly every state gathered in Chicago for the opening of a labor congress to defend Thomas J. Mooney. The event aimed to mobilize sentiment for the convicted man while some radical delegates prompted fears of shifting focus to broader political causes. Speakers including W Bourke Cochran and Frank P Walsh were expected to discuss using the Mooney defense fund of 100000 dollars with Warren Billings named as another potential beneficiary.
Attorney Nate P. Coghlan tells jurors that the I W W is not on trial as an organization but that certain members are charged with conspiracy. He argues the group is a labor union of wage earners with a right to strike. The defense includes three defendants. the other 43 plead silent.
Fire gutted a two story frame rooming house at 3400 Third Ave W U S 11 30 Monday night causing 1100 in damage. Mrs Halverson and baby and other residents escaped through smoke filled stairs as flames spread from the laundry basement leading to the attic. Residents including Mrs Miner and three daughters fled unharmed.
Senator Cartyon serves as president of the state senate while Judge Tallman leads the superior court. The text notes their titles and positions within the state’s judicial and legislative branches.
John Cyril Liard was found guilty by a circuit court jury after a 20 minute deliberation for the murder of Deputy Sheriff Frank W. Twombly on November 19 in Portland. The verdict opens the possibility of a life sentence in the state prison.
Jan. 14. Secretary Lansing called a Temps report claiming readiness to send an expeditionary force into Poland absolutely false. He stated the United States has not decided to deploy troops to Poland and dismissed the claim as misinformation.
Photographer Frank Jacobs sustained the loss of his car in a fire behind his home at 2322 Federal Ave late Sunday night. Additional details were not provided.
A Northwest newspaper promotes Star Want Ads as the region’s largest audience for listings. Readers are urged to place notices for employment, real estate, and services to reach wide local attention.
Special dispatch from Russia describes American soldiers in Musa training for Arctic exploration as Moleheviks are suppressed. Soldiers wear heavy winter gear, live in native log huts with central stoves, and endure three daylight hours per day. Ventilation is limited, hospitals are improvised, and transport relies on ponies and sleighs due to extreme cold.
Governor Lister urges Washington residents to donate to a nationwide relief drive for Syrians and Armenians. The American committee for relief in the Near East plans a January 14 to 25 campaign seeking 30 million dollars to alleviate widespread starvation and hardship amid Turkish and German aggression.
Illinois voters ratified the national prohibition amendment with the House passing the resolution by 84 to 66 after Senate action. The approval completes the state’s ratification process as February approaches.
The Apron Center on the third floor offers gingham and heavy denim women overalls with bib and waist styles in all sizes priced at 2.50 and 3.95. Also advertised is Outing Flannel at 25c per yard for 8 yard lengths, gray and striped, delivered from lower main floor.
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