NO BRAINS NEEDED 10 GROW RICH
James Henle reports on John W. O Bannon declared incompetent by a sheriff’s jury. O Bannon reportedly amassed 15 to 30 million through his own efforts and, while confined, devised a plan to expand profits of a sanitarium. Dr. Quackenbos notes wealth can accompany monomania and that money making does not require extraordinary intellect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Henle
New York
Sheriff's Jury
John W. O'Bannon
O'Bannon
Riverdale Sanitarium
John JD. Quackenbos
Dr. Quackenbos
Wall Street
Miners Buried as Black Diamond Shaft Tragedy Claims Three
Black Diamond mourns as business houses and mines close on Tuesday in honor of Hughie Hughes Henry De Winter and James Hudson who perished from black damp in an abandoned Pacific Coast Coal Co shaft last Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black Diamond
Hughie Hughes
Henry de ‘Winter
James Hudson
Pacific Coast Coal Co
British Columbia Lumber Exports Rise in 1919
Trade data show British Columbia exported 108,872,246 feet of lumber in 1919, valued at 70,285,094 dollars, a 17 million foot increase over the prior year. Minister T. D. Pattullo informed Victoria officials that Seattle lumbermen were briefed on the figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Columbia
Seattle
T. D. Pattullo
Victoria
B. C
Eight Stallions Die in Big Fire
Colfax dispatch reports eight high value stallions destroyed in a livery stable blaze that also burned other property, totaling about $60,000 in losses. The horses belonged to M. E. Metz. Richard Maynard, a former overseas veteran, received severe burns after falling among live wires.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colfax
M. E. Metz
Richard Maynard
Loses Crutch Tip Halts Traffic on Second Avenue
A crippled man dropped the rubber tip from a crutch on Second Ave and Pike St Tuesday afternoon causing brief traffic standstill as street cars and autos blocked pedestrians. A passerby recovered the spur and traffic resumed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ron
Second Ave
Pike St
Two Captured After Long Pendleton Chase
Pendleton Oregon July 14 Jim Owens a alleged bad man of Billings Montana and Neil Hart of Idaho were captured three miles west of Pendleton by Sheriff Taylor and Deputy Martin after an all day chase and a revolver duel in which Owens was wounded They are accused of robbing Eugene Lyman of a carnival company of 100 during a drive to Pendleton Monday night Police closed the trail after exchanges of shots near Keith and arrested the pair near Keith Owens was wounded in the thumb by the sheriff
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Pendleton
Ore
Jim Owens
Billings
Mont
Neil Hart
Idaho
Taylor
Martin
Owens
Hart
Eugene Lyman
Carnival
Lyman
Keith
California Syrup of Figs Ad Promotes Harmless Laxative
An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as the best laxative for children. It stresses a fruity taste and says to look for the name California on the package to ensure authenticity and safety. Full directions appear on each bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Missing Florence Wilson Remains Unfound
Tacoma reports no trace of 11 year old Florence Wilson who vanished after leaving home more than a week ago. Police say kidnapping warrant issued for Elmer Knight, the step grandfather, amid family troubles as Mrs Knight suggests he planned to leave. The case widens as details emerge about a missing razor and housing clues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tacoma
Florence Wilson
Beastie Wilson
Polee
Wilson
Kimner Knight
Peru and Western Coast Trade Prospects Highlighted
Ambassador F A Menet told the foreign trade committee that Peru expects prosperous business relations with Beattie and western South American cities. He identified lumber as Peru's main Washington resource and forecast growing trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Chamber of Commerce
F. A Menet
Republic of
Peru
Beattie
South America
Washington
Tacoma Denies Purchase of Stolen Gems in Diamond Case
Tacoma police corrected an earlier report that diamonds said stolen from the Frank & Baker residence were sold to Joseph Mayer & Fran of Beattie Jewelry. Detectives say the buyer on pawn tickets, bearing Mayer’s name, is not connected to Beattie Jewelry. They anticipate corroborating evidence soon for arrests.
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Frank & Baker
Joseph Mayer & Fran
Beattie
Mra. W. B. Burt
Altho
Mayer
Big Beattie
Nix
Omcer Nohra
Taker
Tacoma
High Tension Wire Fatality Shocks Snoqualmie Falls Area
Rh HW Horniday 34 an electrician for Puget Bound Triction Light Power Co was electrocuted by a high tension wire near the transformer home at Snoqualmie Falls. No witnesses. body found badly burned. Horniday last seen alive Tuesday morning. he resided in Sumner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HW. Horniday
Puget Bound
Triction
Light Pover Co
Snoqualmie Falla
lHrownsday
Sumner
Woman Rescued From Madison Park Bridge Jump
Bertha Brown a 41 year old woman attempted to jump from a dock at Madison park Tuesday night but was restrained by William Develin of 2046 43rd Ave N. She told Motorcycle Officers W Wrench and George F Reynolds that she had quarrelled with her husband and lists 229 24th Ave N as her residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertha Brown
Madison Park
William Develin
43Rd Ave. N
W. Wrench
George F. Reynolds
24Th Ave
Northern Pacific Watchman Found Dead at Gladstone Hotel
Hugh Brannon a Northern Pacific watchman was found dead Tuesday evening in the Gladstone hotel Terrace at opposite the police station The body is at the morgue pending further investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Brannon
Northern Pacific
Gladstone Hotel
Terrace At
Water power cap in use nationwide caps ten million hp
The report states that no more than ten million horsepower, derived from water flow, is currently in use across the country. It notes the limit applies to all hydroelectric capacity and reflects the scale of water driven power generation in the nation.
Fears Cemetery Literature Will Make City Sad
Mrs. Peter Hettinger of 27499 14th W says cemetery ad cards in Seattle street cars disturb riders. She fears repeated reads of the graveyard notices affect public mood and will seek city council action to remove the offending advertisements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Peter Pettinger
McAte
Hettinger
Noraal
Early Worm Catches Fish Hook in Noted Incident
A local report describes an early worm encountering a fish hook in a striking event. The incident highlights warning signals for anglers and gardeners. Authorities caution readers to avoid similar hazards during spring activities.
Drapery remnants offered at radical reductions
Among the remnants are Lace Nets Silks Sun fast Madras Kapocks Lace Panels Cretonnes Terry Cloth Velour Damasks Poplins Reps Tapestry and small lots of Lace Curtains all marked at radical reductions to effect an immediate clearance. All the remnants are arranged on tables for easy selection. Second Floor Drapery Section.
Furniture inventory list with various chair and table items
A detailed catalog of furniture items with counts including leatherette rockers leather upholstery Morris chairs spring seat chairs and rockers reed chairs wood seat rockers cedar tables mahogany and oak tables desks dressers chests beds and dining chairs and related items in multiple finishes and finishes counts per item shown.
Oldest and Largest Strictly Savings Bank in Pacific Northwest
One dollar starts an account in a bank praised as the oldest and largest strictly savings institution in the Pacific Northwest. The notice highlights the bank’s standing and easy account setup.
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Pacific Northwest
Bedding Linens Special Tubing Pillow Cases and Tubing
July clearance offers fine bedding items including 42 inch wide tubing and pillow cases. Special prices listed: tubing at 65 cents per yard, pillow cases 60 cents each, and a rate of 7 dollars per dozen.
Fine Quality Huck Towels in Household Size
Advertisement notes fine quality Huck towels in a convenient household size finished with attractive Jacquard borders. Special price of 25 cents each.
Crochet bed spreads offered at special price
Medium weight crochet bed spreads size 78 by 88 inches priced at 3.35 dollars each. The items are advertised as laundering well and durable for everyday use.
Satin Bed Spreads Sale Priced at 6.75 Each
Heavy satin bed spreads in multiple patterns and an 80 by 90 inch size offered at a special price of 6.75 dollars each. Advertising language emphasizes value and product variety for shoppers.
Blankets Offered at Special Low Price
Heavy quality single gray blankets for camp or beach use or mattress protection size 54 by 76 inches priced at 2.75 dollars each.
Dwight Anchor Pillow Cases Special at 65 Cents Each
Local ad promotes Dwight Anchor pillow cases 65 cents each. Muslin pillow cases measure 45 by 36 inches and promise excellent service. Price listed as $7.50 per dozen.
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Dwight
Bedding Special Bedsheets at 2 10 Each
Firmly woven muslin bed sheets sized 72 by 90 inches offered at special price of 2.10 each. The deal covers both listings with identical pricing and product details.
Auto Robes Special at $6.25 Each
Wool mixed plaid auto robes offered in liberal sizes at a surprisingly low price of six dollars and twenty five cents each.
Leonard Cleanable Refrigerators Price List Snapshot
Seventy 70-pound capacity refrigerators with six wall construction, large provision chambers and heavy brass locks and hinges priced at 31 50. Ten 85-pound capacity units priced at 38 50. Forty-five 80-pound capacity units with top icing arrangement and large single door chamber, white oak case, priced 26 20.
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Leonard
Extra Heavy Bed Sheets Discounted
Closely woven bed sheets sized 81 by 90 inches offered at special price of 2.50 each. Bulk quantity may apply. Includes standard double weave fabrics and plain finish. Limited time promo likely in local storefront listings.
July Clearance Sale of Housewares Polishing Brushes
A July clearance sale offers weighted polishing brushes for hardwood floors in the 16 pound size at a special price of 2.58 dollars each.
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Elmer C. Knight
Crooks
Dia
N. P. Watchman
Davenport
Morris
Children’s Rockers
Washington Mutual
Second Avenue
Asweta
Monarch
Monarch Standard Oil
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