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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1921

Page

7

University of Washington Professor to Canton College Plan Endorsed

A proposal to place a University of Washington professor at Canton College for at least a year was endorsed by the China advisory committee of the Chamber of Commerce. Supporters cited benefits to the city, increased personal contact, and potential pathways for more Chinese students to enter UW.

University of Washington Canton College China Advisory Committee The Chamber of Commerce

California Syrup of Figs Claim Ad Uses Child Health Hook

Advertisement urges parents to buy California Syrup of Figs as the best and harmless laxative for children. It emphasizes looking for the name California on the package and notes the fruity taste with full directions on each bottle.

California

Organize for Irish Relief Drive Here

Organization of Seattle and King county into 21 districts to launch relief for Ireland was effected Monday afternoon at the Irish relief headquarters 325 L C Smith building. W L OConnell will be district chairman and the American committee for relief in Ireland will direct the drive.

Seattle King County Ireland Irish Relief L. C. Smith Building W. L. O'Connell American Committee For Relief In

Man Hospitalized After Auto Crash in Providence

Andy C. Schnell, 29, a Pantorium Dye works salesman, suffered a concussion when his car collided with Clarence Nelson’s at 17th Ave and EB Madison St. Schnell was thrown onto the pavement and is being treated at Providence hospital. He resides at 2046 Franklin Ave.

Andy C. Schnell Pantorium Dye Works Providence Hospital Clarence Nelson Wilson Ave 17Th Ave Madison St Schnell Franklin Ave

City Council Hears Bond Proposals and Municipal Changes

The council voted to submit a $750000 bridge bond and a $200000 park and boulevard improvement bond to voters on March 8. An ordinance on moving picture examinations and portable booths was passed. A resolution urged adequate compensation for disabled workers under the state act. Northrup was appointed civil service commissioner. Baxter confirmed. polling places for February 27 and March 8 were set. hearings scheduled for paving and sewer projects. Public market stall rentals may rise from 10 to 25 cents daily. A special session Tuesday will consider portable school buildings.

Lake Washington Canal Montlake Bird Robert B. Hesketh Bert A. Northrup Anc Coed

Oregon Discussing Six Year President

A resolution in the Oregon legislature memorializes Congress to submit to the people a proposal to extend the presidential term from four to six years. It argues four years is insufficient for enacting and evaluating lasting policies and notes potential business disruption during campaigns.

Oregon Congress United States

Wild West Legion of Moose Installs Members in Moose Hall

A public installation and banquet were held Monday night by Wild West Legion No 167 Loyal Order of Moose. Officers announced include Great North Moose W Fisher Port Angeles, Great Booth Moose Dr A W Neitro, Great Boat Moors Paul Kohl, Great Weat Moose B B Harriman treasurer, H C Snipes herder, Walter Leckey custodian, G F Melaughlin guarding Moore, William More, Jack Inge editor Legion Bladder Cyler Hayles St Thomas Hospital in London was founded in 122

Moose Hall Wild West Legion Loyal Order of Moose Great North Moose W. Fisher Port Angeles Great Booth Moose A. W Neitro Paul Kohl B. BB. Harriman H. C. Snipes Walter Leckey G F Melaughlin Moore Wiliam More Argue Jack Inge Legion Bladder Cyler Hayles

Mile of Lake Washington Road to Be Paved

County commissioners decided Monday to pave one mile of road near Hunt's Point on the east shore of Lake Washington at an estimated cost of 25 000 to 35 000 dollars.

Hunt Lake Washington

Overheated Iron Sparks Home Fire Damage

A blazing incident from an overheated electric iron damaged the home of C. Clark at 4138 Renton Ave causing 120 dollars in losses at 6 p.m. Monday. Clothes drying over a stove at 407 Ninth Ave. owned by J. Schein caught fire Monday afternoon causing 40 dollars in damage.

C. Clark Renton Ave J. Schein Ninth Ave

Papes Diapepsin Promises Quick Indigestion Relief

A vintage ad touts Papes Diapepsin as instant relief for sour stomach gas and bloating. It claims a tablet or two neutralizes acidity and ends stomach distress, with pleasant harmless tablets available at drug stores at low cost.

Pape

Riley enthralls Seattle with Northwest lecture and slides

A diminutive showman named Riley wowed Brattle crowd at Plymouth Congregational Church with a lecture titled The Lore of the Northwest. His smooth oratory and aerial photoviews showcased Mt. Rainier and Mt. Hood along with scenes from Tacoma Portland and Vancouver. The audience roared with laughter and gasped at colorful landscapes as Beattie plans another tour.

Riley Seattle Northwest Plymouth Congregational Church Real Monicker Frank Branch Miley Columbia Mt. Rainier Mt. Hood Mr. Baker Peake Beattie Bay Tacoma Portland Everett Bellingham Victoria Vancouver Alnaka Bays Seattlhe

Seattle Man Found Shot in Exposition Park

The body of a 45 year old man identified as Harry A. Segner, a machinist once from Beattie, was found shot through the heart on a bench at Exposition Park in Seattle. A revolver is missing, suggesting murder, with powder marks on his right hand and no sign of a struggle despite a grass search. Papers in his clothes show he arrived in Seattle January 20, 1920.

Los Angeles Cal Harry A. Segner Beattie Exposition Park Segner Seatue

Beacon Hill Car Extension Club Meeting Postponed

The Beacon Hill Car Extension club meeting scheduled for Tuesday January 26 has been postponed by one week.

Beacon Hill Car Extension Club

City Plans Sale of Kent Farm 53 Acre White River Bottom Land

The board of public works announced the proposed sale of the municipal Kent Farm spanning 53 acres of prime White river bottom land. Details on bidding and sale terms to follow.

City Kent The Board of Public Works

Seattle Woman Credits Taniac for Restored Health

Mrs. W. H. Christy of Seattle reports 15 years of illness including dyspepsia headaches and rheumatic pains cleared after using Taniac. She says her appetite improved and she gained weight with renewed energy and wellness. Taniac sold by Bartell Drug Stores.

Tam W. H. Christy Yealer Way Seattle Tania Taniac Bartell Drug Stores

Iron for blood strength from organic sources

The text argues iron can be gained from organic sources like grains fruits and vegetables or from a supplement called Nuxated Iron labeled as organic iron. It warns against metallic iron and emphasizes iron should match the iron in blood and foods like spinach lentils and apples.

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