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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1920
Page
8
A London observer recalls American soldiers in Cologne during the war, noting higher prices, scarce meat, and stories of Yanks tipping in marks. The piece highlights how eager spending and different money values affect German prices and local residents, with tales of soldiers and local women.
The British labor party issues a Fourth of July message to American workers, affirming friendship and democratic ideals. It calls for unity to resist anti democratic forces, supports self determination for Ireland, and warns against Anglo American tensions. Signed by 21 leaders across unions and political groups.
A flaming skyrocket lit the roof of M. E. Reynolds residence at 27 17th Ave Saturday night. Firemen contained the blaze quickly as Fourth of July celebrations spurred a surge of fires. Total damages estimated at 106 dollars.
Chicago hosts the national convention as the grand lodge begins sessions to elect a new ruler pick the convention next year and plan for about 150 000 visitors from all sections of the order.
An 8 year old boy, Aaron Aiken, was injured when a leopard struck at Woodland park. His arm was gashed from shoulder to elbow as he approached the animal during a city outing on Sunday.
Gov Louis B Hart traveled to Centralia early Monday to personally verify there is no cruelty to animals at the Wild West show, according to Mrs Sanford B Rieaby president of the Jack London club of Seattle.
The Taft Building located on Second Avenue, appraised at about 286000 dollars, has been purchased by Piper and Taft, marking a major local property transaction.
Article from Coblenz Germany July 4 reflects on American forces 20 months after the armistice. It argues the Rhine occupation proves justice and civilization require steadfast U S presence, disciplined administration, and fair dealing to secure peace and liberty. It notes 16 000 troops on the Rhine and calls for continued allied cooperation.
Spokane fires in the last 24 hours were blamed on explosives in all but three incidents with damage totaling about 25000 dollars. Utica New York caddy Joseph Casey 12 was killed instantly by a ball struck 200 yards away. Aberdeen officers destroyed a large moonshine operation with four stills. no arrests reported. Major General William C Gorgas, former surgeon general, died yesterday and will be shipped to the United States in mid July. Governor Stewart of Montana drove the first rivet in the Montana battleship by speech and gesture. Sailors saved homes as Rockwell Lumber mill burned for a 5000 dollar loss.
Pete Foster aged 21 was held in the city jail Monday on suspicion of robbing Ambolo Pasini of South Seat Ue of 90 dollars early Sunday. Pasini’s hat blew off on a street car he chased it and was robbed. Foster was arrested later at Eighth Ave and Adama St.
Henry Mattson of 14235 22nd Ave was beaten with a blackjack near the Great Northern dock but escaped with his cash. Harold Hahn of 1920 First Ave reports three burglaries in four months at the Oxford hotel. Four silk shirts and a suit were taken from his room on Saturday.
Al, our little boy reporter, reflects on July Fourth as America marks Independence Day. The piece celebrates 84 years since 1776, praising the bravery of those who fought for freedom and anticipating yearly national pride with loud rejoicing and ceremony.
Port Townsend July 5. George Cole of Port Townsend was probably fatally injured when the automobile overturned one mile west of Monn creek yesterday afternoon. Driver Arthur Smith and four others Rene Heath Walter Dishard Emil Maeder were badly lacerated but will recover.
Henry Abbott, 76, commander of the Green Lake post, G A R, died Sunday at his home in Milwaukee. He is survived by his widow Clara M Abbott a daughter Nettie Austin New London Wis and a son Albert H Abbott San Diego The body is at Rafferty undertaking parlors pending funeral arrangements.
Alexandria figures show 243134 exservice men with 116470 now serving in government offices. report from the Keyptian Gazette.
The Bon Marche prepares for a busy shopping day as the July Clearance Sale begins. Shoppers expect significant savings after a six month buildup of discounts and economies.
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