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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1920
Page
11
A petition concerning speed regulating automobile measures will be examined at a county meeting of the jubilee safety committees. The hearing is set for Wednesday, with attendance requested from residents who have experienced auto accidents. Philip Tworoger is noted in relation to the measure.
Fragment describes a homicide with Harriet Booth at a city hospital. It mentions a brother Ben Ae pionedy shot near a body in bushes, possible robbery motive, while parents and others are in attendance. Details are garbled and uncertain.
A taxi driver with On Taxi Co. claims four sailors boarded his car near Boldt's Third Ave stand and assaulted him to steal his purse. He says they fled toward the woods. a man named B Duncan of St. Joseph supplied descriptive details for police to trace the suspects. The report also notes an Eagles ball and a civil war era federal debt figure.
Chartes and Jennie Larson, a married couple, pleaded guilty in U S district court to violating the national prohibition law. Judge Raidkin pressed them to admit fault, but imposed a $25 fine on each after the exchange.
More than 23 120 persons secured jobs by the municipal employment bureau during the past year figures show. In June 1 259 men and 1 068 women gained employment. The women's division reports strong demand for household workers but limited experienced applicants. Wages for household work run from 50 to 735 per month. Main office is in the county city building with branch offices at Second Ave S and Main St and at First Ave S and Washington St to handle orders from camps and construction sites.
An article explains backache stems from overstrain and muscle fatigue not kidney trouble. It recommends Dr Williams Pink Pills to restore blood and relieve pain, notes a free booklet and mail order options from Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY with price 60 cents per box.
Fragmented notice indicates glasses fitting offered with guaranteed relief for headaches. Available slots from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. 6 p.m. evenings. Appointments available on certain days.
A satirical look at post convention chatter and current affairs in 1920, mocking political, social, and cultural trends. The piece riffs on prices, sports, census quirks, aviation maps, and public figures, finishing with a playful poke at journalists and barbers.
A discussion argues motorists should judge tires by quality and support rather than crowd size or sales volume. It highlights U S Tires from the United States Rubber Company as prioritizing individual user needs, quality investment, and lasting value over production pressures.
A playful look at Seattle fishing, noting the hobby as a calm pastime enjoyed by locals. Enthusiasts gather by docks, rivers, and lakes, waiting for bites any time, with success varying by day yet the joy remains the core of the sport.
Col. Othe W. B. Farr, commander of the district of Seattle, wears a victory medal with five battle clasps for service in five campaigns of the world war. This marks the first victory medal to bear so many clasps awarded to a Beattie resident.
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