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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1921
Page
8
Reported Sunday evening Helen Thomas of 919 24th Ave narrowly escaped serious harm when a cyclist collided with an auto driven by Fransen of 410 29th Ave North at 28th and Olumbiast. Thomas landed in Fransen’s lap. she sustained only minor cuts and bruises.
Jack Qualy 1 percent was found loitering in an alley behind Eighth Avenue early Sunday. When Patrolman L J Haughhan ordered him to halt he ran. Haughhan fired twice, Qualy stopped, was taken to headquarters, questioned by Capt Hedges, and released after proving he had business in the alley.
Poulso Wash July 1. J M Peterson Kitsap county treasurer warns he will foreclose on the town cemetery unless six years back taxes are paid. The deed to the burying ground reportedly not recorded or assessor not noting town ownership. Many interments have been made in the cemetery.
Rev Honor L Wilhelm of Ballard Presbyterian church preached that marriage was meant to give a home for raising babies and provide a proper place to rear educate and train children during Sunday morning services.
Universe Shipping and Trading Co calls for volunteers to crew a relief ship heading north. Objective is to recover the power schooner Maud from the Amundsen polar expedition.
Powder River, Let 'er Buck! author C. W. Clausen says every world war veteran in Washington will receive his state bonus by the middle of September. En route to Alaska, after motoring through the Northwest from Dalian, Texas, 28 businessmen of the Texas town are in Seattle Monday, conveyed by Frank Reedy who annually leads touring parties from his home state.
Five members of the naval affairs committee presented Senate with 216 pages of both praise and blame for former Secretary of the Navy Daniels and Rear Admiral W S Lima. The majority backed Daniels as correct in all criticisms. the minority credited Daniels with advancing naval preparedness.
Rev Ambrose M Bailey denounces so called Halfway Christians at First Baptist Church on Sunday night. He says a halfway Christian carries God in one hand and the world in the other and that if a man cannot be an out and out Christian he had better not try to be one.
John L. Lewis of the United Mine Workers refuses wage reductions halting the Allport commission’s attempt to settle the strike. The statewide shutdown leaves about 2,800 miners out of work as mines remain closed.
City council may establish 43 voting precincts in Seattle after recommendations from City Comptroller Harry Carroll in the annual budget estimate. The proposal outlines 42 new precincts to be created, contingent on council adoption and budget allowances.
Shop clears room for new stock with big reductions on children s organdic dresses in sizes 2 to 6 years priced at 1.00 for eight. women s muslin athletic suits sizes 36 to 44 now 0.70. muslin vesta colors pink and white sizes 34 to 44 at 0.59. many items previously cut from 1.25 to 1.50.
Well made corduroy knickers in dark brown offered for boys aged 6 to 17. Described as excellent quality, suitable for summer wear and long use, with a value measured as a special opportunity for the upcoming school season.
A commission proposes purchasing and storing winter coal now to prevent a potential shortage later in the season. Officials warn that supply gaps could hit as temperatures drop and demand rises.
A historical artifact note describes Chinese pottery crafted for the Chinese royal art institution. The piece reflects imperial workshop techniques and high craftsmanship associated with the court.
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