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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1920

Page

3

Pershing Bars Political Talk During Denver Visit

Gen. Pershing left Denver for Cheyenne after two offensives against Bolshevism and promoting universal military training. He blocked papermen from steering him into politics and offered brief comments on a possible presidential nomination, stressing his interest in Bob Martin and endorsing his boxing career. He attended a banquet, greeted thousands, spoke to large crowds, and took part in a parade.

Denver Pershing Cheyenne Bolsheviem American Legion Dempsey Bob Martin

Hold Negroes In Crime Probe In Modesto Hotel Case

C P McKenna and Francise McKenna hotel proprietors at Waterford were jailed by Sheriff Dallas in Modesto on suspicion of involvement in the death of Miss Mayme Helm. No charges yet, but the sheriff expects further arrests as Dr Dester's test found no poison in the girl's stomach.

Modesto Cal C. P. McKenna Francise McKenna Waterford Mayme Helm Dallas McKennas Dester Brockton City

New Officers for Legion Installed

Rainier Post No 11 American Legion installed newly elected officers at a Tuesday meeting in Roosevelt Veterans hall 161 Third Ave Thomas R Parker Coast Artillery Corps installed as commander Lewis B Schwellenbach vice commander Howard F E MacDonald adjutant Percy M Smith finance officer F W Llewellyn W M Inglis and E B Colvin trustees

Rainier American Legion Roosevelt Veterans’ Hall Third Ave Thomas R. Parker Coast Artillery Corps Lewis B Schwellenbach Howard FE. MacDonald Percy M. Smith F. W. Llewellyn W. M. Inglis E. B. Colvin

Prisons Cost U S 200 Million Yearly

Dr. H. H. Matteson former physician at McNeil Island urged elimination of senseless restrictions and supported vocational training for convicts in a speech before the Municipal League Tuesday. He argued that 260 million dollars a year is spent on prison maintenance with no benefit to the people.

H. H. Matteson McNeil Island Municipal League

Mrs Annie Howie Dies At Home In Seattle

Mrs. Annie Howie 36 wife of T Wallace Howie a steamship man died Monday at the family home 11396 4th Ave She was the daughter of S and S BE Smith Seattle pioneer and had lived in Seattle 32 years.

Annie Howie T. Wallace Howie 4Th Ave

Hamburg Brener Tea Cold Cure Promoted In Ad

An old advertisement touts Hamburg Brener Tea as a cold cure. It instructs taking a tablespoonful with boiling water, straining, and drinking a teacupful to relieve congestion, loosen bowels, and supposedly break a cold quickly. The note emphasizes the product is inexpensive and vegetable-based.

Symphony to Play Friday at Meany Hall

Conductor John Spargur selects a balanced program for Seattle Meany Hall Friday night featuring Debussy and Chadwick alongside classical works by Gretry Haydn and Hertios The centerpiece is Debussy orchestral prelude The Afternoon of a Faun noted for its precise shading and color The evening also includes Haydn Major Symphony and Chadwick Tam o Shanter and Gretry The Village Test selections expected to draw music lovers.

John Spargur Meany Hall Debussy Chadwick Gretry Haydn Hertios Seattle Spargur George Chadwick Gretty

Deschanel Campaign Gains Steam in Paris

In Paris on January 14 144 A Deschanel supporters push for his election as president of France succeeding Poincare. The campaign follows the election of Paul Deschanel as head of the chamber of deputies with colleagues urging his candidacy.

Deschanel France Paris A Deschanel Boom Paul Deschane Chamber of Deputies Poincare

Head Cut In Accident Near Boren and Madison

Co. Be Smith, of the New Arctic hotel, suffered a badly cut head when struck by an auto driven by A. Burnated of 1615 Bellevue Ave. at Boren Ave. and Madison. He was taken to Swedish Hospital. The accident occurred Tuesday noon.

BE. Smith New Arctic Hotel Bellevue Ave Boren Ave Madison

Banks Elect for New Year

Twelve Seattle banks held their annual election Tuesday afternoon with few changes in officers. J. W. Spangler became president of Seattle National Bank succeeding F. K. Struve while Ralph R. Bracy replaced J. W. Chilberg as president of the Scandinavian American Bank. Struve and Chilberg retire from active administration.

Seattle J. W. Spangler F. K. Struve Seattle National Bank Ralph 8. Bracy J. W. Chilberg Sandinavian American Bank Struve Chilberg Banke

Morgan Heads New Loan to Belgium

Belgium has been granted a 25 million dollar loan by a syndicate led by J P Morgan and Co. The notes are five-year six percent and one year five percent, and will be offered for public subscription.

Vatican Employees Seek Higher Wages Amid Cost of Living

In Rome on January 14 Pope Benedict received a memorandum from Vatican employees demanding higher salaries. A three cardinals committee was named to review wage scales and adjust compensation accordingly.

Rome Vatican Pope Benedict

Love for Fistics Results in Arrest in Philadelphia

District attorney detectives describe William A. Ke. Moore as a famed international swindler. He was arrested at relatives’ home with his first wife Fayne Strahan Moore, once linked to the badger game against Martin Mahon of the New Amsterdam hotel. Moore, once convicted, had been safe in South America but planned a return for a conflict in Toledo on July Fourth.

Philadelphia William A. KE. Moore Fayne Strahan Moore New York Martin Mahon New Amsterdam Moore South America Willard Dempsey Toledo

Funeral services for Mrs Marte K Hohman

Funeral services for 54 year old Mrs Marte K Hohman were held from the family home at 1636 17th Ave North at 1 PM on Wednesday. Burial followed in Mount Pleasant cemetery.

Marte K Hohman 17Th Ave. N Mount Pleasant Cemetery

Dominion Bounty Encourages Linen Yarn From Home Flax

The Canadian government offers a subsidy totaling 75000 dollars for linen yarn production from locally grown flax. Payments are split into three annual installments of 26000 dollars each to support domestic linen industry growth.

Dominion

Opera Singers Show Artistry in Double Bill

Ban hereditary Opera company presents Mascagni Cavalleria Rusticana and I Pagliacci with Sofia Charlebois Nedda and Manuel Salaser in Vesti la Giubba. Cast praised for balance and refined tone, with upcoming performances Faust Aida L opera Madame Butterfly Carmen Il Trovatore.

Ban Heneral Opera Company Sofia Charlebois Nedda Han Carlo

Arrest of Chinese Guests in Milwaukee Hotel Raid

Two young white women and four Chinese individuals were detained after police raided three rooms in a Milwaukee hotel at Seventh Avenue and Main. Officers bagged a party of six. charges had not been determined by Wednesday morning. Names of the Chinese guests were Lee Lunn, Art Wong, Lew Leong and Yee Ging Ying.

Milwaukee Seventh Ave Main Lee Lunn Art Wong Lew Leong Yee Ging Ying

Berlin Still Under Cloud

Berlin faces postwar hardship as energy is scarce and daily life is rationed. The writer notes artificial gaiety in beer halls and music halls while fuel is limited and light must end at 9 30. Bread meat potato sugar and milk are scarce with ration cards in use.

Berlin America

Elevator Operator Attacks on Broadway Killstabs Injuries

Abraham Colt, an elevator operator, ran amuck on Broadway early today stabbing and seriously wounding three women and two men before being overpowered. The incident occurred in New York as police and bystanders intervened. Authorities investigated motive and fate of Colt.

New York Abraham Colt Broadway Tsree

George A. Sheridan Dead in Seattle Funeral Set

George Amos Sheridan, 61, former 10H operator in New York, died Monday at his niece Ida Smith’s home in Seattle. Funeral services are planned for 11 a.m. Thursday at the Bonney Watson chapel.

George A. Sheridan George Amos Sheridan New York Ida Smith Canada Drive Weat Seattl Bonney Watson Chapel

Marmola Prescription Tablets Promise Fast Fat Loss

An advertisement claims Marmola Prescription Tablets safely reduce fat, offering a 2 to 4 pound weekly loss without dieting or exercise. Sold by druggists for $1 a large can, or direct order from Marmola Co., Detroit, Michigan.

All Drugg Marmola Co Woodward Ave Detroit Mich

Funeral rites for Norman W W Dormer

Last rites were held for Norman W W Dormer aged 40 at Bonney Watson parlors at 10 oclock Wednesday. He died Monday. Survived by widow Mrs Mary Dormer of 7106 Sylvan Way. The body was cremated.

Norman Dormer Norman Dormer Frederick & Nelson Bonney Watson Mary Dormer Sylvan Way

Mrs Addie Barker Expires at 74 in Evanston Home

The body of Mrs Addie BE Barker 74 died Monday at her home 4428 Evanston Avenue and is at Bonney Watson parlors while funeral arrangements are being made.

Addie BE. Barker Evanston Ave Bonney- Watson

Shipbuilder Dies in Columbus Sanitarium

T. M. Clement, a 6% shipbuilder, died at Columbus sanitarium Tuesday. The body is at Butterworths. Funeral services will be conducted by L. O. 10, M., Chapter 211.

T. M. Clement Columbus Butterworths L. O. 10

Worker loses arm in mill accident at West Waterway mill

Jacob Sandner of 6228 Tacoma Avenue fell on a revolving saw Tuesday afternoon at the West Waterway Company's mill. He sustained a severe injury requiring amputation of his arm at Providence hospital after on-site first aid and rapid transfer.

Jacob Sandner Tacoma Ave West Waterway Company Providence Hospital

Motorcyclist Dodges Car and Falls in City Accident

Charles Corliss of 4110 Brooklyn Ave swerved to avoid an auto at Left Ave N FE and EB 47th St Tuesday afternoon. He bumped the curb, was thrown from the cycle, and suffered a severely bruised leg.

Charles Corliss Brooklyn Ave Léfth Ave. N. FE EB. 47Th St

James Plummer 77 Dies at Seattle Home

James Plummer 77 retired stock man died Tuesday at the family home 3242 Hunter Blvd Survived by widow Mrs Olivia Plummer Funeral services set for 2 o'clock Thursday at Bonney-Watson chapel Plum mer had lived in Seattle since 1904.

James Plummer Hunter Blvd Olivia Plummer Bonney-Watson Chapel Plummer Seattle

JoTo advertised indigestion remedy claims quick relief

A vintage ad urges readers to buy JoTo at drug stores for instant relief from indigestion gas belching sour stomach and fullness after meals. It highlights rapid action and lists Seattle retailers Bartell Drug Co and Swift Drug Co as sellers.

Frey Poe Gartell Drug Stores Seattle Bartell Drug Co Swift Drug Co

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