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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1920
Page
1
A speaker recalls youths who laid tacks on a street to gain a glimpse of General Pershing. The tale praises the heroism and humanity of Pershing and Funston, notes the children’s pride, and reflects on war memories and the old man’s stern yet affectionate stance.
Jan 23 reports from Paris and The Hague confirm the Dutch government will refuse the extradition of the former Kaiser. The decision, described as a flat refusal, cites legal obstacles and aims to avoid undermining civilization and League of Nations credibility.
Seattle officials and police urge immediate traffic reforms to cut accidents and congestion. They call for driver licensing, stricter enforcement, pedestrian awareness, and controlled speeds on open streets to reduce danger and improve urban mobility.
A collection of reader letters urges strict traffic reform including windshield use, rigorous driver exams, halved speed limits, doubled witness fees, and higher penalties for violations. Contributors from multiple addresses call for better crossings, brighter lighting, audible warnings, and stricter enforcement to reduce fatalities.
Coroner Willia H. Corson says insufficient evidence on the death of Amanda Johnson after an automobile collision leaves an inquest unlikely. Funeral services are set for Sunday at 2 39 PM at the Swedish Mission church with burial in Washolli cemetery.
The body of 59 year old Anna Monster was found Friday morning by a boy skater in a pond at Monster field behind her home near Black River Junction. Deputies believe death by suicide due to lack of injury and an unknown motive, with investigation ongoing. The victim, sister in law of Herman Nelson, had been living with her brother Charles Monster and had been missing since Monday. The body was moved to the Seattle morgue.
At 1420 Spring Street a hospital laundry room fire imperiled 75 patients. Nurses used wheeled cots to evacuate. Three patients in a room above the blaze were carried out while others remained under careful watch as firefighters responded. The blaze sparked about 15 minutes after the first alarm.
The Sidney Neff with eight crew remains wedged in ice off Chicago harbor after 84 hours. Tugs cannot reach her and fears grow that food and fuel are running low. two men attempted to walk ashore but had to retreat.
At noon the temperature was 20 degrees above zero as recorded by Weather Observer George N. Salisbury. Earlier this morning the mercury stood at 25 degrees above zero. Continued cold with gentle northeast winds are forecast by the observer.
London dispatches report that dock and transport workers refused to join the strike by railway men, keeping cargo handling active as protests unfold.
A collection of quotes from local figures on reducing traffic accidents. Capt Mason urges adherence to signs, education, and occasional jail terms for repeat speeders. motor patrolman Elliot stresses preparedness and brakes. George Reynolds urges pedestrians to use corners and avoid mid block crossings while calling for end to jaywalking and cautious umbrella use in rain.
A street car and a post office truck collided at 19th avenue and EF Union Street at 8 20 a m Friday. Homer F E Harris 40 of 507 E Helen Street driving the truck was crushed under the car and rushed to the city hospital in critical condition. Motorman N B Mason 2208 FE Marion Street and two passengers escaped injury. The derailed street car was 50 feet from the curb. Harris a government mail carrier was rescued and walked to an ambulance.
Letters to the editor weigh in on corporal punishment for speeding. Readers from various addresses oppose or support stocks as punishment, with views ranging from strong disapproval to approval as a spectacle. Some advocate jail sentences or privilege exemptions.
Police blotter shows waning activity as cider sales stop with no kick in the old apple brew. Desk sergeant notes reduced business and says trusties are scarce to keep up the cleanup.
Do you intend to buy a used car in the spring. Would not now be a better time. Prices may rise later as demand increases. Many real bargains are listed on Classified Page today.
The department announced the calendar year 1919 balance of trade at 4.018 billion dollars in surplus. Exports reached 7.922 billion, while imports totaled 3.904 billion, with increases over 1918.
Washington January 28 Senate approved a bill creating a United States ship board to pay claims of shipbuilders for losses from cancelled contracts after the Armistice was signed.
A jury investigating the shooting of Assistant Police Commissioner Redmond in Dublin last week ruled he was killed by unknown persons. The panel concluded the act was a murder and attributed it to unidentified assailants.
London reports allies decided to recognize the de facto dependence of Armenia with Erivan named as capital, 115 southwest of Tiflis.
William Buster, 38, filed suit against International Stevedoring for 37,872 dollars and 10 cents in Superior Court Thursday. The case arises from goods received while unloading the ship Endicott.
A thief smashed a gin window at Schwabacher Bros. Co on Occidental avenue and Main street early Friday knocking out glass to steal 11 000 cigarettes. Blood found on the broken sill suggests the thief injured themselves during the break in.
August Johnson of 914 Yesler reported to police Friday that $25 was stolen from his cash during the night. The son said it looked like the thief hid in the back room during the night.
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