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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1921
Page
10
Fire in New Haven and Athens caused estimated losses from $1,000,000 to $52,000,000 with flames destroying multiple buildings. Early containment followed help from fire departments and auxiliary crews, with no lives reported lost in Athens and extensive property damage across affected blocks.
Fire swept the business section of Danville Iowa early today wiping out the district with an estimated loss of 100000 dollars. The blaze threatened the entire town and prompted extensive damage control efforts. Local merchants faced total disruption as the fire raged through shops and stores.
A Senate and House naval affairs subcommittee virtually decided the Pacific base will be on San Francisco Bay with a final report due to Congress by January 41. It is believed Alameda or Mare Island may be selected.
Jim Mitchell and F. Johnston were charged with robbery in an information filed by Deputy Prosecutor Bert C. Ross after allegedly holding up Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Lalond of 668 John St and taking $1. They are in the county jail with bail set at $2,000. The second sentence notes a regional cultural image about cocoanut blossoms used to charm away spirits.
Washington reports a number of electoral college members failed to deliver state votes by the midnight deadline. North Carolina had not filed. Maryland delivered at the last minute via a messenger to Vice President Marshall’s secretary. Indiana Nevada Utah and Oregon delays noted. penalties include a $1000 fine and messenger pay loss. Oregon messenger Robb claims guidance to deliver by February 9.
Seven tea experts sat at a revolving table in New York examining amber tea to determine the level of kick allowed in the public brew. The board includes George F Mitchell K C Woodworth J J McNamara Arthur T Hellyer BE R Rogers and George Caswell and will reject eight of the best grades while banning cheaper imports.
Mrs Sadie Harrington, after a 48 day hunger strike to compel her husband’s church, regains strength but worries more about his stated plan to file for divorce. Doctors report gradual improvement while rumors of a radical act fade as she eats normally.
The Shadow figure in Portland drew attention as Brady claimed the aura of his past. Detective Jadda notes Brady’s navy and army service, a gun discharge injury, and a nickname Fire man Joe Brady the Singing God. After burgling Portland attorney Romcoe Nelson’s home, he returned most loot, citing tone of Nelson’s newspaper piece. Brady denies any Oregon burglary record.
New York January 5 The Garland million grows with compound interest while Charles Garland refuses the inheritance and pursues a code of living without money. Trustee Henry D Tudor holds the funds in abeyance as Garland and his wife discuss the plan. Garland insists money is the root of all evils and continues to seek a practical way to live without it. He speaks at clubs while his wife remains undecided.
Claimants William and Katie Willame sue for 5860 dollars in Judge Joseph B. Lindaley's court alleging severe injuries after an auto driven by C Helma turned across their motorcycle, on which their minor child rode, on May 11, 1920.
The United States navy announces sale of 182 HS-2 coast patrol flying boats to stimulate civilian flying. Each boat valued at 15,480 dollars is offered for 6,160 dollars, one third of value, as received by Postmaster Edgar Battie on Tuesday.
The most impressive police funeral demonstration follows Beattie officers killed by bandits. O'Briens body lies at Calvary cemetery while Angies services at Bayless hall honor the dead. A military firing party from the Veterans of Foreign Wars will honor the grave. McMillan's burial details unknown. his brother may take him to Cape Breton Nova Scotia. The Strand Theatre will donate all proceeds from January 27 to police families. Levy's Orphtum Theatre will host a benefit matinee with Fountain of Youth as headliner and staff donating services. Other contributions include a $400 check from Schwabacher Front & Co and a $25 from Sterling Tobacco Co for the relief fund.
Increased revenues from higher car fares eliminate more than 400000 dollar deficit in the municipal railway department. Funds now cover the malaria payment due, with City Treasurer H L Collier reporting on Monday. Plans are made to meet the 375000 dollar interest payment to Stone Webster due February 1.
Miss Ann McKnight of 1600 37th Ave acted quickly when a highwayman attempted to jump onto her auto near the bathing beach club house at 6 p.m. Monday. The assailant, about 24, menacing with a pistol, was foiled as she sped away. The report ends noting the line about a dance origin for a song.
Governor Hart faces heavy criticism from labor and business speakers at a public hearing over the civil administrative code. William Short accuses the code of abolishing joint labor representation and coercing workers to fund boards they cannot influence. Supporters argue the one man executive increases efficiency, with talks of future amendments and a veteran welfare commission retention.
In Olympia on January 25 the senate faced rough sledding as Anna Colwell's bill raising the marriageable age for girls to 21 was saved from the pigeonhole by referral to the public morals committee. A measure to criminalize attacks on a person’s honesty or character over religious affiliation advanced to second reading after a judiciary panel recommended postponement. A separate bill seeking a state owned cement plant faced sharp criticism with claims the cement trust backs the proposal.
Mrs Stork intervened to release Mrs Marie Spadafore from county jail after she was convicted of violating the Volstead act. Judge Bledsoe ordered her freed as she awaits her fifth child. her husband to serve three months in her stead for selling wine at the family ranch near Palma California.
F. J. Ellison charged with a federal liquor law violation entered a demurrer in U S district court Tuesday. The action signals procedural moves in the case and reflects ongoing legal proceedings against Ellison.
Full length splen did quality blanket cloth trimmed with stitched satin ribbon and cord girdle. In Copenhagen Navy and Rose and Lavender. Also wide satin ribbon trimmed blankets in White with Alice Blue Gray or Rose Copenhagen Rose Gray and Rose Copenhagen and Alice Blue Red and Gray or Brown and Tan. Reduced to 3.95. wide-ware corduroy with scalloped shawl collar and cuffs in Wis taria Copenhagen. Second Floor Chiffon weight Silk Stockings 3.50 ILKEN WEBS in Black Taupe Silver Gold Ethiopian brown with lisle lining. First Floor Wash Mitt aluminum 50¢ Nut Grinder 2.75 Wooden Spoons 20¢–40¢ Round Loaf Cake Pans 40¢–60¢. Housewares Section The Downstairs Store.
HESE Gloves offer soft pliability and lasting texture after washings. One clasp style, pique sewn in white, priced at four dollars per pair. Firet Floor.
Washington lawmakers urged to pass a resolution opposing citizenship rights for Orientals. Gov. Hart disseminated the message on behalf of Gov. William D. Stephens of California. The plan calls for forwarding the resolutions to the state department to back California’s actions. Separate military units in Snohomish Aberdeen Prosser and Spokane will be inspected by two regular army officers for federal recognition.
Mrs. Dorothy McEvoy of 716 Madison senior suffers a bruised shoulder when knocked down Monday by a truck at Western avenue and Madison street. It is noted as a serious offense to ride a bicycle near Constantinople.
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