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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1919

Page

6

Two Children Die From Injuries After Vehicle Crashes

Grace Johns seven died after alighting from a street car when struck by an auto driven by A H Pahl at Boren avenue and Pine street. Joseph Gleason six died after being struck by a John Davis Co salesman driven auto at 29th avenue and Union street. Gus Sypher and wife escaped serious injury when a speeding car from a private road hit their auto between Everett and Snohomish. other driver's details unavailable.

Grace Johns Boren Ave A. H. Pahl Pine St Seattle General Hospital Joseph C. Gleason E. Union St Thomas Dempsey John Davis Co 29Th Ave Union St City Hospital Gus Sypher Howell St Sypher Arrowly Everett Snohomish

Solons Turn Wilson Down

The Senate foreign relations committee rejected Wilson's request to appoint a provisional American member of the allied reparations commission. By a 7 to 1 vote the Knox substitute was adopted, delaying or denying the appointment until the reparations treaty is ratified, with several Republican senators voting against.

Washington Senate Foreign Relations Committee Froday Wilson Allied Reparations Commission Knox Wil Will

Fr a World Upset by Churchill Remark Sparks Mixed Mood

In Landon dated July 22 a quip attributed to Mrs. Winston Churchill draws amusement and concern. The remark splits opinion with half the crowd in gaiety and the other half in somber reflection.

Fire menace grows as wildfires rage in the Northwest

In Spokane on July 22 the western burning front widens across northern Idaho, northeast Washington, and northwestern Montana. No rain or strong winds hinder suppression efforts as hundreds battle Pack River and other fires. Bear Creek and Jordan Creek crews fight fiercely to contain flames across 600 acres and several square miles.

Spokane Idaho Washington Montana Pack River Sand Point Grouse Creek Altho Cook's Mountain Newport Wash Priest Lake Round Top Divide Jordan Creek Coeur d'Alene Bear Creek Kellogg

Flaming Tragedy Hits Chicago Bank Killing 9

United Press reports a dirigible crash at the Illinois Trust & Savings Bank in Chicago leads to the deaths of nine bank employees. Flames and debris trap workers as crowds watch, with several civilians leaping to escape. Firemen rescue the injured and identify victims through clothing left in the cloakroom. Evelyn Meyer was recognized by her Oxford.

Chicago United Press Illinois Trust & Savings Bank Wingfoot H. C. McLean Oxford The Evelyn Meyer

New Dresses Offer Six Styles For Street and Afternoon Wear

A collection of about six dress styles features five sketches. Many are poplin or Georgette sleeve designs in Navy, Burgundy, Jonquil, Copenhagen, Taupe, Rose and Dark Green. They promise beauty, durability, light weight, and smartness for summer and afternoon use.

Copenhagen

Britain approves German peace treaty in Commons vote

The British House of Commons passed the ratification bill for the German peace treaty on its third reading by 163 to 4. An Irish question challenge by Joseph Devlin was defeated as Lloyd George defended self determination and Ulster's stance. The debate also covered the Anglo-French treaty ratification, read third time without objection.

London United Press Great Britain Germany House of Commons Joseph Devlin Belfast Devlin Lloyd George Ireland Ulster Donald MacLean

Japanese Editor Pans America In Tokyo Reply

Yorozu Choho, a Tokyo independent newspaper, denounces United States anti Mexican and anti Japanese agitation, calls America a second Germany, cites Senator Phelan's anti Japanese remarks and immigration push, and says US stance harms the League of Nations spirit and global goodwill.

San Francisco United Press America Mexico Germany Yorozu Choho Tokio Pacific Phelan Congress Japan United States League of Nations

Youths Admit Thefts In Seattle Area Robberies

Alton Gerber and Ellis Ogilvie were arrested near 309 Washington St and allegedly confessed to multiple robberies in Seattle. Detectives Brown and Harris took them to the station. claims include a Harbor Avenue tobacco store robbery and thefts from a church and Harriet's store in West Seattle. A motorcycle from 1436 Orange St was found in Los Angeles with no LA arrests.

Washington St Alton Gerber Ellis Ogilvie Seattle Spokane Idaho A. A. Brown C. Harris Harbor Ave Rhodes Theinsteinson George W. Scott Orange St Argo Station Los Angeles

Women Prefer Doctor Talk Over Neighborhood Gossip

A brief observation notes that some women favor discussing aches and pains with physicians rather than sharing private concerns with neighbors, suggesting a preference for medical consultation over social chatter.

Balloon crash in Akron blimp kills several and prompts city ordinance

Pilot John Boettner described a flaming wreck as the dirigible descended from about 500 feet. Henry Weaver, Carl Otte, and Earl Davenport died in the blaze while others survived with injuries. Akron officials ordered a ban on overflight aircraft as Goodyear officials pledged aid and assess damages.

John Boettner Henry Weaver Harry Wacker Boettner Weaver KE. H. Norton Earl H. Davenport Carl Otte Carpenter Jacob Berger Helen Davenport Earl H Florence Maria Gallagher Mary Miles Irene Meyer Evelyn Munzer Edwin Otto Carl Scanlan Joseph Akron Ohio Mitchell Goodyear Company J. A. Boettner

Police disperse LW. W. meeting amid treason talk

Police broke up a lower town rally near Occi dental avenue and Washington street at 9 PM. Chief Warren led 150 patrolmen dispersing the crowd with patrol auto mobiles as missiles and fruit were thrown. six arrests followed and Joseph M. McCarthy, 41, was treated at the city hospital for injuries.

LW. W Occidental Ave Washington St Warren Russia Joseph M. McCarthy City Hospital McCarthy Fred Mills

Three Fish Thieves Arrested in North

Juneau reports three alleged fish trap robbers arrested Friday night as part of a campaign against fish pirates. Fifteen war veterans arrived to protect the traps after pirate boats landed men to rob trap watchmen at gunpoint near Chatham Straits and Cross Sound.

Juneau Chatham Straits Cross Sound

Third Folio Shakespeare Sells for 5000 Dollars

London July 22 a rare title page from the first issue of the third folio Shakespeare was sold for 5000 dollars at auction.

London Shakespeare

Souvenir Gifts From The Bon Marche Various Gift Dept

Visitors can buy inexpensive mementos for homebound friends at The Bon Marche. Highlights include framed Mount Rainier photos $1.25 to $3.50, framed Northwest gull prints, Oriental gifts from Seattle, incense burners 25 cents to $1.50, Satsuma ware 35 cents, carved elephants 3 to 6.50 dollars, and antimony tea pots 4.50 to 5 dollars. Fourth floor displays.

Mount Rainier BON Marche Great Northwest Seattle

Fashionable Tricolette and Paulette Suits Reduced to 35

Those Handsome Tricolette and Paulette suits are now offered at 35 dollars. Fashionable lines feature Tuxedo collars, diagonal pockets, narrow belts and a full color range including black, white, navy, Pekin, turquoise, rose, mahogany, bronze, tan, sand, gray, and taupe. Second Floor.

Corset Shop Promotes New Fitting Location

The Bon Marche-Corset Shop announces improved service at a new location with trained workers ensuring proper fittings. It lists Front lace Frolaset Corsets in pink coutil with multiple features and sizes, brassieres, lace bandeaux, and prices ranging from 59 cents to 3.50 dollars.

BON Marche

Bedding That Makes Summer Nights Blissful

Comforters priced at $3.95 feature gray cotton with a plain sateen floral border and sizing 68 by 76 inches. Cotton blankets come in gray tan or white with colored borders at 64 by 76 inches priced $3.50. Wool nap blankets in multiple colors, 64 by 76 inches, $4.95, plus plaids. Wool mixed blankets, 66 by 80 inches with borders, $7.95.

Fashion notes on Chambray and gingham collars

Plain colors stripes plaids and checks feature in fabrics Chambray and gingham. White collars belts and pockets appear as notable embellishments in this style discussion.

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