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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1922
Page
10
James W. Egan writes that campers passed up a chance to obtain a useful article and hindered two Seattle businessmen. He notes a valve for a bicycle tire and emphasizes a sharp knife needs a sharpener to stay keen in outdoor life.
A July 16 bill in the Senate, introduced by Senator Wailshof of Montana, would bar ownership or control of more than one company by any person, partnership, association, or corporation. It targets the alleged Standard Oil monopoly in oil and gasoline as reported by the Federal Trade Commission.
In a recalling vignette two and a half years ago two young Seattle brothers, Lawrence Jean Derringer and Earl Derringer, hawked 40 cent knife sharpeners at a camping gathering. They spoke earnestly, earned little per sale, and faced skeptical buyers including Joe Wii Mama who doubted their sales pitch. The author notes their naivete and kindness, leaving them with six sharpeners and a wary hope for future success.
Laigh Titus of Santa Rita reports a Buick D-45 transformed into a 24 passenger car. The car, loaded with Mexican laborers, has run 34,000 miles and carried loads up to 3,500 pounds while covering six miles of rough hills in 22 minutes. Titus says the vehicle has only one broken front spring after four months of continuous use. He estimates passengers by rear seat six to eight, front seat three to four, hood four, and running boards one to four each.
The article traces the shift from demand for guarantees to confidence in tire durability. It highlights Goodrich Silvertown Cord tires delivering long mileage, improved construction, uniform quality, and dealer service. It argues buyers now expect value and reliability, not guaranteed mileage, with Goodrich backing its tires.
The Star publishes a 24 part history puzzle series with daily prints and a $5 prize for the best set of answers. A Seattle Star History Puzzle Editor offers five $1 prizes for the next five best, urging readers to join the game.
Paul Cropper president of Neill Cropper company visits San Diego and Savage Tire factory, confirming New Zealand distribution of Savage tires. He notes strong orders and American auto accessories popularity in Australia and New Zealand. The couple will tour East, Europe, and return via Canada.
Vancouver court Justice Ruggies states poker is a game of kill not chance and debts arising from it are legal. The ruling emphasizes the binding nature of gambling debts under the law and cites the distinction between skill and luck in poker.
The Western Auto Supply chain offers a satisfaction guarantee and quick adjustments for purchased accessories and tires. Their slogan Saving an S Service with a Smile underpins a faith that this assurance will remain with customers, bolstering confidence and goodwill nationwide.
The Yukon Order of Pioneers mark the 28th anniversary of Seattle’s first gold ship from Alaska with a three day carnival at the Arena starting Sunday. Recreated dance halls and gambling dens recall the gold rush era. a parade is planned at 2 p.m. Monday from Virginia Street and Second Avenue down Second and up Third avenues. Visitors from the North are expected with special steamship rates.
Maj. O. A. Piper, superintendent of streets and sewers, urged the city council Friday to repave Alki Avenue citing worn planking that requires immediate replacement. A public hearing by the streets and sewers committee is set for July 31.
The article notes the American bison nearly went extinct around 1906 and now numbers about 10,000 worldwide. Canada holds 6,060, the United States 3,393, with remaining individuals in European parks. In 1886 only about 300 survived, spurring the American Bison Society to rally public support to save the noble animal of the plains.
A 7 percent fund raised over $10,000 for a small buffalo herd to secure range and aid government action, preserving buffalo numbers as millions dwindled 1880s. Nearby Missoula Montana hosts a 20 000 acre American bison range with 430 bison and 40 calves amid other wildlife. Detours and road conditions noted around Seattle Bellevue and Redmond.
Mies Olta of Olympia resigns as assistant secretary to Governor Haft to take over the post succeeding Mrs. W Kelly. The change shifts state administration with Olta assuming duties in the Haft administration.
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