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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1919
Page
8
In Astoria Oregon Private er J Backlund of the coast guard unit stationed there was killed during an attempted theft of a demi john of alcohol. A companion who accompanied him fled as the sergeant on duty fired. The sergeant was said to be a long-serving guard and had just been released from the guard.
In Leavenworth Kansas ex prisoners and conscientious objectors press for freedom as mutinous inmates demand appeal before President Wilson. Troops and guns surround the barracks and a general strike animates the prison turmoil while authorities oversee the tense standoff.
A thief entered Mrs. R. F. Moorehead's San apartment by forcing a side window and stole a diamond ring valued at 150 dollars and a lavaliere valued at 70 dollars.
The House passed prohibition enforcement legislation and sent it to a Senate subcommittee. Chairman Sterling vows to oppose changes to the provision deeming liquor with one half of one percent alcohol as intoxicating and illegal. Escalating debates over home searches and seizure of private stocks could prolong proceedings.
The first battalion of the 310th American Engineers arrived at Brest yesterday, coming from Archangel. The 310th Engineers are part of the 85th Division, drawn from Michigan and Wisconsin National Guard.
A July 23 meeting of stockmen from 13 Western states passed a resolution favoring placing control of the public domain in the hands of the department of agriculture.
A bill will be reported to the Senate for action before the end of August if possible. The Senate is not expected to take up the prohibition issue until the peace treaty is settled. Spinsters are not partial to ad ages.
In the Ebert government Noske is credited with curbing German radicals more effectively than predecessors. His hard line plan, treat them rough, has led to executions by firing squads. Noske previously served as military governor of Kiel before moving to Berlin.
Paris July 23 Premier Clemenceau's government won a confidence vote 272 to 181 in the chamber of deputies. He spoke from the tribune amid socialist interruptions, saying he aims to finish the work of peace and hopes for new elections. He added it is harder to make peace than war and claimed he has obtained all France could desire.
Charles E. Thomas, former president of the First National Bank of Bremerton, was found guilty by a federal jury of willful misappropriation of more than $8,000 from the bank. The jury deliberated from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Winter M. Martin defending Thomas and Ben L. Moore leading the government's case.
Dallas Ore July 23 William Jennings Bryan expressed delight after drinking two glasses of loganberry juice calling it far better than grape juice. The remark followed by others noting the beverage provided a rare treat to those with little means.
The Metal Trades council endorsed a communication denouncing the police for breaking up a radical meeting at Occidental avenue and Washington street. They appointed a committee to urge the Central Labor council to hold a mass meeting at Fourth avenue and Virginia street on a date to be set, with speakers criticizing police action as an outrage against 60,000 Seattle union men. The dispute included references to I W W affiliations and debates over free speech and future protests.
Tacoma leaders from the former general strike revived talk of another shipyard walkout. About 225 Todd steel shipyards blacksmiths quit work after claiming they were locked out, having struck since last Saturday.
Two German officers who provided secrets to the French and American forces arrived in New York aboard the Agamemnon. They say the right to live motivated their surrender of information, which aided the U S offensive and likely saved thousands of American lives. They will be allowed to live freely in the United States.
Valley business leaders and their families will invade downtown Seattle for a monster automobile parade Tuesday night two days before the Fourth annual Rainier valley fiesta opening Thursday July 31. The three day fiesta will feature civic events and local entertainment.
Readable fragment describes repaired women’s pumps with hand-turned soles and Louis heels. Details suggest a shoe repair or resale note on upper main floor with prices around $4.9. Partial context limits full itemization.
Advertises floral and figured voile at 10c per yard and Scout percale in blue pink or lavender as easy care work attire. Notes fancy cotton voile and galatea fabrics for house dresses and children's wear with specific widths and color options. Lower main floor.
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