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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1921
Page
19
July 22 report from Childress and Dallas describe masked band raids causing fatal injuries and fear across Texas. Authorities say local officials handle matters. Imperial Wizard Simmons denies KKK involvement and orders investigations into each incident.
Atlanta July 22 Col William Joseph Simmons imperial wizard of the Ku Klux Klan says the Knights opposed violence in Texas and Florida in an exclusive interview. He portrays the organization as organized to strengthen law and to preserve fundamental principles.
President Harding plans a weekend camp near Hagerstown with Henry Ford H.8 Firestone and Thomas A. Edison. Ford employees are near to help set up the camp and Harding has completed arrangements subject to emergency changes.
Viscountess Uffington, wife of Craven heir, petitions for restitution of conjugal rights in London divorce court. Her father-in-law drowned after falling from a yacht off the Isle of Wight. The viscount inherits the title and entailed wealth. He served in the war, lost a leg, and left arm, after being wounded in France.
Mabel Christie a 20 year old wife and her 10 month old daughter vanish from her mother Mrs Mowatt’s Seattle home after noon on Wednesday with boarder Neal Russell also missing. Husband J A Christie suspects Russell eloped with his wife. Police believe they headed toward California. Christie recently returned from Cle Elum where he works for the Northern Pacific railroad. The couple wed in Seattle in 1919.
Harold Jones, 15, stands trial in Abertillery for the murder of his playmate Freda Burnell, 8. Five child witnesses, ages 10 to 15, have been summoned to testify at the proceedings.
American reporter Cruse Carriel of the Japan Times says the Japanese public seeks friendly relations with China and supports returning Shantung. He arrived in Seattle on the Katri Maru. Armenian children suffer severe heart disease linked to fear in their lives.
George W. Hardie of Dillingham Alaska credits Tanlac with saving his life after years of rheumatism stomach trouble and weight loss. He plans to return north with Tanlac in his pack and reports sixteen pounds gained and no aches. Sold at Bartell's Drug Stores Seattle.
Sir James Craig submits the British peace proposal to the Ulster cabinet with no action taken in Belfast. De Valera tells a cheering crowd in London that a just cause will win in time and that conferences with Lloyd George may resume within two weeks. Sinn Fein leaders view the terms as indefinite and unsatisfactory amid uncertainty over home rule details.
Washington July 22 A bitter intraparty clash develops within the Republican ranks over the United States Senate agenda. Insurgent senators join Southern Democrats to block a two month summer recess and challenge administration plans to push tariff and revenue legislation. The Norris bill creating a government export corporation for farm products will test insurgent resolve and administration support.
Chicago reports another murder in the ongoing street feud. Andrea Ortolano, ally of political figure Tony dAndrea, was found killed with six gunshot wounds to the back, in his automobile on July 22 in the 19th Ward.
New York reports Mrs Ly dig Hoyt predicts the short skirt will disappear before autumn. Paris has adopted ankle length skirts with a flare arriving by fall. She notes no sign of corsets returning and foresees long silhouettes dominating summer to fall.
The Beattie Elks plan a full Beattie Day with mountain of salted peanuts, candy islands, a big band contest with 25 piece bands, and a parade through downtown. Activities include hospital children care by Ladies of the Elks, vaudeville at the Arena, and reception for Elks leaders aboard the yacht Carrie. Portland lodge 142 arrives for the 1924 national convention amid preparations.
A dramatic pageant follows Wayfarer as he witnesses the Nativity, triumphal entry, crucifixion, resurrection, and a final Golden Age tableau. The performance features 2000 participants, blends prophecy with faith, and ends with a universal vision of peace and a New Jerusalem.
Rumors claim the local Sears, Roebuck & Company store will remain in its current Northwest city location amid chatter of possible relocation to other nearby cities.
Congress notes no session today as Major Bruce Campbell is expected before the Bergdoll committee to answer Mrs Bergdolls bribery claims and fix higher ups. Samuel Gompera is due to testify before the immigration committee on the Hawaiian labor situation.
Unfounded claim per an Industrial Bureau statement from the Chamber of Commerce after today’s inquiry. Local company officials review the idea as Tacoma reports the system showing 342,979 dollars in profits for the first period.
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