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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1919
Page
1
Fire reports from Montana and Idaho describe rapidly spreading blazes in the Selway Lolo and nearby forests. Officials warn of a potential holocaust without rains as crews struggle to contain fires near Missoula Helena and Newport.
A boatload of American sailors from the U S S Cheyenne on a fishing trip nine miles from Tampico was held up and robbed by armed men. The incident, occurring July 6, drew urgent protests from the State Department to Mexican authorities and is described as very serious.
A fragment from a soda-wog gossip column reports five film stars allegedly at the Screen ball at the Hippodrome and Arena last night. It notes a crowded scene around 9:30 to 10 p.m. with BEATRIZ MICHELENA FAY TINCHER BESSIE LOVE FRANK KEENAN and WALLY REID seen or claimed to be inside.
Newport News July 19. Led by 25 destroyers the new Pacific Fleet sails to guard the west coast. Admiral Hugh Rodman commands from the New Mexico with seven battleships and numerous destroyers. The fleet will pass through the Panama Canal en route to the Pacific.
Secretary Daniels said he would leave Washington for the Pacific coast about August 1 arriving in San Diego August 6 to meet the Pacific fleet due August 7. It is understood the president will be on the coast in mid August and likely review the fleet in San Francisco.
E Lloyd Keetcheman of Neenah Wisconsin has applied for the position of motorcycle policeman. The filing announced from the city office and outlines the municipal hiring process and qualifications sought for the role.
Seattle staged a record parade with 1100 motor trucks advancing from First Ave and Stewart to Blanchard St led by the fire department and Mayor Hanson. The event showcased trucks as a solution to rapid transit for goods, backed by the Army quartermaster’s fleet and organizations including the Federal Shipping Board and the Seattle Automobile Dealers’ Association with J. C. Cox as executive committee chair.
Lieut. Col. Samuel T. Ansell submitted his resignation to the War Department. He will maintain his campaign against court martial injustices as a member of a Washington and New York law firm.
Postmaster General Burleson is averse to further mediation by the labor department in the telephone strikes, according to unofficial information from Washington dated July 19.
A reader recalls Wally Reid’s half hour delay before entering showing fatigue as fans waited. The gossip contrasts ennui with bored reaction, noting the star’s calm gaze over a dull, arid audience. The commentary hints at the perils of hero worship.
The piece humorously critiques actor Wally Reid during a Friday night screen event. It notes his fatigue and lack of enthusiasm while praising his overall status in the celluloid field, then hints at a missed action he should have taken.
Washington July 19 Congress will investigate claims that the big packers run nationwide propaganda against the pending Kenyon bill to regulate them. Senator Kenyon of Iowa, author of the measure, said today.
The fragment suggests a historical report about a performer or participant who failed to reach a location for a grand march. The text hints at an attempt to lead the procession but ends with an unfinished sentence, leaving specific names and places unclear.
San Francisco July 19 The central strike committee rejects leaving settlement to international officers and plans a telegraphic referendum. Seattle workers face a Sunday mass meeting to decide whether to return Monday despite orders from international officers.
Eamonn De Valera, president of the Irish republic, told 12 000 listeners at the civic auditorium that Ireland seeks official recognition from the U S government. He urged Washington to pursue a broad peace agenda beyond war issues and to guarantee a lasting world peace through the Paris peace conference.
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