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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1920
Page
24
Spokane dispatch reports J Waterbury proposes a continuous 72 hour piano performance to set a long distance playing record. He claims to have already held a 65 hour 30 minute stretch and aims to beat the Plano record in the city.
In Sacramento, zoology professor Joseph Grinnell warns that squirrels may threaten winter food supplies and seed dispersal, noting seeds they drop foster oaks pines and firs. The piece also mentions London operating nearly 5 000 omnibuses.
New York June 9 State attorneys investigating the murder of Joseph B. Elwell, a noted gambler, corroborate the theory he feared for his life due to wartime activities against alien enemies. Mrs. Josephine Lewis Peet Wilmerding testified she had friendship with Elwell in 1918 and knew the “pink kimono girl” but denied jealousy ties or detailed personal matters.
A local ad offers children’s fine cotton lisle hose with double heels and toes in black white and cordovan sizes 6 to 10 at 65 cents each or 3 for 1.75. Infants silk socks pink blue white cro cheted tops sizes 4 to 6 1/2 priced 85 cents. Also gel hose stripes sizes 7 to 9 1/4 priced 35? 1.35 for 3 pairs and drop stitch onyx hose sizes 4 to 10 85 cents.
Barefoot Sandals available in brown calfskin or smoked horse hide with solid leather soles for playtime. Prices vary by size from 1.85 to 3.25. Also offered Girls' White Canvas Keds in Mary Jane pump style with rubber soles in multiple sizes. Tennis footwear priced at 2.70. Fifth Floor MacDougall Southwick.
James H. Allport, a Pennsylvania mining engineer and van appointee of President Wilson, chairs a Seattle hearing of a Washington miners and operators commission. The group, including Robert H. Harlin Ernest Newsham DD Buckingham and N D Moore, probes the local wage issue following the national coal commission ruling that left Washington to a state inquiry.
The Pendleton lead on the whist expert murder collapses as witnesses confirm the night moves. District Attorney Edward Swann says the new corroboration leaves authorities without a solid clue and the case remains unresolved.
Circulation reports claim former heavyweight champion Jack Johnson would surrender to authorities at the Tijuana border, but no official confirmation exists. Sightings in Tijuana sparked the rumor as Johnson’s wife reportedly left for the East and his Tijuana resort was sold amid a Chicago white slave charge allegation.
A local ordinance in Westoven Germany forbids strolling in the streets with a lit cigar. The rule aims to curb public disturbances and smoking-related hazards in open areas.
A car crashed into a pavement hole caused by a late night explosion. Mrs Mate Powers and her mother Mrs H Miller suffered bruises and cuts but were not seriously hurt, treated by Dr A L Windon. Both were released to recover at home.
A Great Northern special train departs Great Northern station at 3 p.m. bound for Snoqualmie Falls where more than six members from Snoqualmie Falls Falls City Tolt North and Duvall Odd Fellows will gather for a picnic with Gov. Laura F. Hart to speak. The six foot key to Snoqualmie Falls will be presented by J. B. Tucker of theday, Past Grand George W Toberta of Seattle and the I O O F band will perform.
Mrs Powers suffered facial injuries and loss of front teeth while her mother was cut on the legs and shoulders in an incident, with the report detailing the harm to both women.
Regularly priced at 39.50 45.00 47.50 and 50000 Serge and Tricotine Navy and Black in regular sizes Dark Gray with pin stripe white in out sizes Plain tailored and braid trimmed models All sizes but not all sizes in all models Suite Thirh Floor Munsingwear is a well known word to men A union suit bearing this label means workmanship style fit and quality Light summer weight union suits in the following styles and qualities Long sleeves ankle length Long sleeves three quarter length Quarter sleeves ankle length Quarter sleeved three quarter length Sleeveless and knee length In White Cream and Ecru Priced at 225 2.50 2.75 3.00 3.50 and 4.50 Sizes 34 to 50 An excellent range of color combinations and patterns All wool wool mixed and fiber silk Men s Section First Floor.
Advertisement note stating appliances available with payment terms of $5.00 down and $5.00 per month with no interest. Mentions location on the fourth floor.
A Saturday special offers Heatherbloom and Sateen Petticoats in regulation width with twelve inch flounces and small bot tom ruffles. Color options include Rose Coven Purple Emerald Navy and Black plus plain shades with novelty ruffles, third floor.
Store announces a full new stock of National Bust and Dress Forms in a complete size range on the second floor, labeled Dreses Forma.
An ad for a modern, dependable sewing machine that sews directly from two spools of thread. It claims easy operation and time saving, with parts payments accepted and terries sold at regular cash prices. Located on the second floor.
Warm weather dresses for girls ages 2 to 6 priced at 2.95. Dimity designs include stripes polka dots and floral patterns in pink light blue green and orchid. Infants' Department second floor.
Specially priced checks stripes and large plaids in new models. Variety of pretty styles with high and long waist effects. Some belted some with sashes and some with novelty. Sion 6te Department Third Fleet.
Extremely smart looking comfortable warm weather smocks for 6 to 14 years. Durable crush resistant fabric with hand embroidery and cross stitch, contrast patch pockets and belt girdle effects. Misses Department third floor. Regularly priced 3.95 to 5.00.
Walter E. Brown of Seattle, a shoe salesman, was arrested by customs agents on arrival from Vancouver. They found six quarts of gin and eight quarts of Canadian whisky in his possession. Previous spring he was jailed for morphine transport and fined 500 dollars. His car was seized and authorities plan further action by prohibition officers.
Agnes Regan of the National Council of Catholic Women denounces modern girls for immodest dress and behavior, saying they attend movies without chaperones and travel alone, stirring concern among local women in Sacramento.
Black Cowhide Boston Bags offered at 5.45 dollars each, with only 25 available. Lined in dark rib cloth, marketed as convenient small grips for carrying packages. Sizes 12, 13, and 14 inches. Fourth Floor Luggage Section Fifth Floor.
A Seattle store known as the Special Price Basement advertises Saturday values described as extraordinary for daily economy. The listing emphasizes everyday low pricing and notable savings.
Women and Misses coats in polo velour and jersey fabrics in multiple colors clearanced from 16.50 down to 7.50. Heather mixtures and novelty striped coats in sizes 16 to 42 clearanced at 12.50. Navy serge girls coats belted full and semi lined formerly 10.00 to 12.50 now 7.50. Juniors coats sizes 12 to 16 at 15.00.
A new shipment of these popular dresses at a very attractive saving. Made of good quality chambray in blue and pink with wide collar and detachable cuffs of white pique. One of the handiest of summer dresses, easy to slip on and easy to launder. All sizes for small, medium and stout figures.
A new shipment of checked and plaited Velour Skirts arrives with plaited pleated and gathered models featuring pockets and wide belts. Normally selling from 15.00 to 21.50, these are offered at 12.50 in basement specials.
Storewide summer headwear features Leghorn and Panama straw hats trimmed with ribbons and flowers. Special Saturday sale marks price cut to 3.95 dollars for several styles.
A large assortment of blouses features Tricolette and Georgette fabrics in overblouse, short and long sleeves. Includes georgette and crepe de chine models, with dressy beaded options and conservative tailored styles in Flesh White Apricot Rose and Green.
Lingerie waists crafted in Voiles Organdies and Lawns promoted at very special prices. The sale highlights desirable styles with savings averaging one third. Prices listed are 1.29 1.98 and 2.59.
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