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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1922
Page
5
A strong tornado swept central Iowa last night causing extensive property and crop damage in Boone, Newton, Colfax and surrounding areas. Buildings toppled, plate glass shattered, cellars flooded, trees uprooted, and several barns burned. communication lines were cut and damage may exceed a million dollars.
A Special Meeting of the Washington State chamber of Commerce board of directors was called by N. B. Coffman president to consider a resolution from farmers and industry members at Ephrata July 12. It requests a state chamber conference to study why returns are not improving and to arrange a survey by a commission of disinterested men. Coffman plans this as a sequence to district group meetings across the state.
County Clerk George Grant completed a new jury tier for 1922 and 1923. The roster contains the names of 75 000 King county residents.
Joe Miller aged 36 of 2114 Fourth Ave narrowly escaped severe injury after his foot slipped at W P Fuller Paint Co warehouse at Utah St and Atlantic Ave. He fell into 80 gallons of turpentine, was rescued by coworkers, overcome by fumes and burns, received a hospital bath and was placed in bed.
Washington debate over refunding wartime Lever Act fines to profiteers proposed by Senator Bikine of West Virginia. The plan would refund about 121,885.35 to 108 profiteers, citing Court rulings that anti profiteering provisions were unconstitutional. Assistant AG Lovett recommends refunds to avoid costly lawsuits.
In Washington on July 16 Senator Spencer of Missouri was accused by Senator Stanley of iniquitous activity for surveying Missouri to gauge Reed’s standing against Beckenridge in the Democratic senatorial race. Spencer admitted he conducted the survey after Stanley praised Reed as a towering figure Republicans aimed to strike down.
Filings for the fall election include Cheater A. Tarr for the 41st district representative and G B E Halla for county commissioner in the second district. Read M. Whitehead seeks Seattle precinct justice of the peace, Tom Mulligan for Seattle precinct constable, Malcolm Douglas for prosecuting attorney, J Ed Woolery for Seattle precinct constable, and R H Thomson for county commissioner in the Viret district.
An overheated stove started a fire that razed C. M. Kaiser's residence at 7756 30th Ave. 8 W. A $2,000 loss was reported. The article notes Venice spans 70 to 80 islets with about 60,000 inhabitants and mentions malaria carrying mosquitoes dying of malaria.
Seattle Civil Service Commission advertises examinations for laborer and various trades with wages quoted and application deadlines. Positions include senior law clerk, clerk stenographer, cableman, junior drafteman, warehouseman, and building inspector. Apply in person by July 18 1922 at Annex Westlake and Arctic office.
Isolated narcotic farms for the cure of addicts will be created in the Northwest under state control. Each county court would supervise addicts under official notice, as endorsed by the Northwest Association of Sheriffs and Police. Harry V. Williamson cited long term cures from drastic isolation, outdoor work, and the iron system. The resolution, supported by Luke May, advances to the association’s legislative committee.
A cluttered advertisement outlines an 18 month balance plan offering various used cars. Models include Oakland Six and New Oakland roadster with tires and mileage notes, Overland and Stevens sport, and multiple 1917 to 1920 builds. Peculiar pricing and contracts emphasize extended terms.
Classified ad from Northwest Oakland Co. offers a 1920 Chandler touring and a Hudson Super-Six roadster for sacrifice. Cars described as in fine shape with good paint and tires. contact through 3134 Arcade Bldg. address near 12th and Pike St. in Northwest Oakland.
Two room frame cottage on a level corner lot 50 by 100 feet furnished with immediate possession. $1 400 with $100 cash. Property at 7001 24th Ave NE. Features include modern 5 room layout, fireplace, bookcases, floors, breakfast nook, cement basement, laundry furnace and fireproof garage. Walking distance to university and Lincoln High.
A collection of early 20th century housing and farm advertise ments details acreages from small plots to larger tracts. Offers include cash and monthly payment plans with contact points such as 220 Walker Building and H. C. Peters 726 Third Ave. Listings note city water, street frontages, proximity to street car lines, and town locations like Duwamish Allentown and Skagit county. Prices range from modest to substantial with terms spelled out. These notices urge quick inquiries before deadlines and emphasize easy credit.
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