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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1920
Page
6
William P. Burton will sail Shamrock IV in tomorrow's race, replacing Captain Henry L Farrell. Lipton's decision follows reports of Burton's earlier blunders versus Charles Adams of Resolute, with spectators noting Burton's misjudgments near marks and wind shifts.
London dispatch reports astonishment over news from America that Captain P Burton, who sailed Sharm TV in the first two heats for the America's Cup races, was replaced by Sir Thomas as skipper of the challenger. Burton is regarded as a top yacht skipper, and the decision startled his supporters.
Pauline Megillach, 34, shot Leo Feist publisher Julinus Jonas in his Chicago hotel home after a Sunday morning confrontation. Jonas, visiting from New York, was fatally wounded and Megillach then killed herself. Neighbors and family say she suffered mental strain and blamed Jonas for ending their relationship. Authorities were alerted by Megillach's mother.
The article asserts raisins contain more mineral matter than any other dried fruit, highlighting their superior nutritional content.
Two men were wounded in a quarrel on California Avenue when a gun was drawn Sunday night. D. Gerbashian, 20, injured in the elbow, lies in city hospital. Armenika Bacigia, 23, wounded in the left hand, is jailed. John Masella, landlord, held as witness. Each man claims the other drew first. Gun not found.
Funeral services for Ren P Holt were held on Sunday at the FE R Butterworth and Sork establishment with Rev. J D Powers officiating. The body was cremated.
Constantinople dispatch reports Turkish nationalists herded Greeks from the Creek village of Foul Adjik into a church which was set ablaze on July 15 burning nearly all inhabitants to death per the Greek patriarch.
In Cleveland on July 19 federal reserve bank officials hunted the honest man who found $20,000 in government bonds. He turned the bonds over to a bank cashier and left without reward or thanks.
In Monterey a Mexican general and insurgent, Gen Jesus M Guajardo, was executed by firing squad after a summary court martial for rebellion. Separately astronomers report that about 7000 stars are visible to the average observer.
A passing auto forced a picnic truck off Kothell highway north of North 85th, sending it overturning sixteen feet into a ditch. Twenty four aboard, many children, sustained injuries. several listed as serious. Deputies pursue unidentified female driver.
Prince Joachim of Prussia sixth son of the former emperor shot himself in bed at Villa Liegnitz San Souci Park after a night of heavy distress over his wife’s desertion and alleged gambling debts. He died Sunday morning at 1 o'clock in Berlin.
In Columbus on July 19 Cox and Roosevelt, after agreeing with Wilson on the league of nations, plan campaign frames with the national committee. They will finalize stumping tours, headquarters setup, and speeches of acceptance, meeting tomorrow with Homer S. Cummings and H. L. Moore.
A riot erupted in Cork after the death of Bourke a former soldier bayoneted by troops for failing to halt. One man died and 14 others were wounded as the unrest spread through the city.
The Bon Marche displays wool plaid skirts in plain and pleated styles in various plaid patterns and colors priced at 7.95. Located on the second floor.
Dress goods ad notes Wearwell Bleached Sheeting 81 inches wide at a good quality for the money. Indicates 800 yards available for full sized beds in the FABRIC FLOOR third section.
A special Tuesday candy offer at Bon Marche features Monster Gum Drops and Creams in assorted flavors priced at 45c per pound on the upper main floor.
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