Love and immigration clash over Miss Knowles case
A New York story reports Mina Knowles and her infant detained at Ellis Island since January 15 face a fight for admission led by Mrs. Cora M. Spiker of Baltimore. Spiker seeks to host and possibly marry Miss Knowles to her brother in law while immigration officials review the appeal. A $1000 bond was ordered for release to the Butterflys of Fall River, with details unsettled as of late today.
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Seattle Citizen Claims Law Obedience Is Burdensome
A satirical narrator in Seattle laments excessive law enforcement chores and jokes about registering a fake driver card while venting about bureaucratic overreach. He wanders through the city recounting delays, time wasted, and a wish to see lawmakers move faster.
Brutal Robbery Targets Elderly Grocery Owner in Broad Daylight
A 85 year old grocery store proprietor known as Dad Fillman was beaten with a revolver butt, dragged to a back room, and robbed of $15 near 1531 Seventh Ave in a daytime assault. Two youths about 20, wearing dark suits, escaped as traffic buzzed nearby. Fillman, injured, was taken to the city hospital. police found no suspects.
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Star Corrects Divorce Claim in George Tagas Case
The Star notes a January 27 account misstated events in the Tagas case. Amzel Tagas filed for divorce January 14, and the suit remains pending. George Tagas denies striking three women in justice court.
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Senate Confirms Cabinet Changes
The Senate confirmed David F. Houston as secretary of the treasury and E. T. Meredith as secretary of agriculture in a decisive session.
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Cosmetic use among high school girls debated
Quent in Quidnunc reports letters from residents discussing whether high school girls should use cosmetics. Mrs. Frank Atkinson and others express varied views, some defending modest use and others condemning or questioning the practice, with general concern about cosmetic use among youth.
Make Him Propose: Leap Year Advice From Miss Greeley
In New York on January 31 the Star reports Miss Greeley’s leap year tips for women, urging that the right man should propose. She promises six best methods to make him pop the question, noting women should not rush marriage by asking him directly. The lessons will also appear in Seattle in the next issue.
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Lifeboat With 23 Persons Is Missing
A lifeboat carrying 18 crew of the tanker Mielro, which sank off Tybee river January 26, was rescued by the steamship Ozette. Another lifeboat with the captain and 22 crew remains adrift, according to official naval radio dispatches.
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Wart Days Bring Fresh Property Offers in Classifieds
In wart days readers are urged to scan the classified section for attractive home and acreage opportunities. The notice highlights buying options and the chance to secure property during uncertain times.
Rim o' the World by B. M. Bower to Start Monday
The Star begins serializing Rim o' the World by B. M. Bower on Monday. A tale of strong men and strong loves unfolds with a tense scene where a father and son confront life and death choices. Installments continue daily, concluding in two weeks.
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Railway Mail Clerk Wins in Unclear Incident Sequence
An unidentified pedestrian stepped from a street car at Sixth Ave and Prine St and was struck by a car driven by Jack Stewart. Lavena Anderson, 69, of 2017 Westlake Ave, was knocked down and leg fractured by a car driven by Charles Bergland at Seventh Ave and Westlake. An unknown man, said not to be hurt, was hit by a car driven by C. J. Ponda at Fifth Ave and Marion St. Peter Marillas, of Yakima hotel, was knocked down by a car driven by W. Malakoff at Second Ave and Yesterday Way. Frank Johnson, expressman of 612 21st Ave, sustained bruises when struck by Don Malone at 19th Ave. and WB Jefferson. Louise Nightall of 710% 10th Ave suffers bruises after being knocked down by Elmer Mackie near Puget Sound hotel and Wheeler Ave.
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$50 Prize for Best 100 Word Traffic Suggestion
Cecil L. Nelson wins $50 in The Star contest for pedestrians safety on Seattle streets. Judges Eldridge Fitzgerald and Hesketh praise his plan for motorist pedestrian cooperation to cut accidents. Also reported are the death of Christian N. Sandahl after seven weeks with an auto crash on Fremont Bridge and funeral arrangements set for Sunday in Washington Hall.
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City health chief seeks 10000 to combat flu plan
Dr. H. M. Read Seattle health commissioner asks the council finance committee to grant 10000 to add two physicians and several nurses for influenza cases. He says the move is precautionary as Seattle reports mild flu and expects the emergency to end in about two weeks.
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Mary Anne Mahoney Injured in City Car Collision
Mary Anne Mahoney, 14 months, daughter of P. J. Mahoney of 507 22nd Ave, was injured Friday when the car she rode in with her father struck a Madrona street car at 21st Ave and James St. She was thrown from the seat and suffered a bitten tongue and a badly bruised left cheek.
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The $50 Letter
A Seattle Star reader urges strict enforcement of traffic laws to reduce accidents. The letter calls for arrest and penalties for violators, notes carelessness causes most collisions, and advocates a Safety First educational campaign modeled after private industry success.
Two Jurors Excused in Montesano Trial Clashes Among Attorneys
In Montesano the Cen tralia massacre case opened with two temporary jurors excused. A dispute over introducing witnesses to impeach jurors delayed proceedings. Judge Wilson excused Orton Glenn and Mrs Emily Pattison, while other jurors were listed for possible peremptory challenges as prosecutors and defense prepare to present testimony.
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