MAVY WILL MINE COAL IN ALASKA
Secretary Daniels and Secretary Payne toured Alaska aboard the Idaho and announced plans to mine coal at Saal for naval use. They urged washing coal at Sutton Alaska and proposed a coaling station in the Aleutians. They praised Alaska as a potential farming region after surveying over 200 miles of government railway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Idaho
Josephus Daniels
John Barton Payne
Masonic Club
King County Democratic Club
Meves
Arc- Bo Club
S. H. Piles
Payne
Sutton
Alaska
Aleutian Islands
Seattle Eyes Second Ball for Enlisted Men and Reservists
Seattle hosts secretaries Daniels and Payne at a second ball for enlisted men and reservists aboard ships on tour. Invitations available at Soldiers and Sailors Club or by phone. Chamber of Commerce seeks 499 more cars for sightseeing tours and 400 more dinner hosts for midshipmen, with 899 to come ashore Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Navy
Josephus Daniels
Interior
John Barton Payne
Daniels
Payne
Arctic Club
Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Club
Chamber of Commerce
M.C. A
S. L McPherson
Chamber
McPherson
Midshipmen
Hoste
Daniels and Payne
Charber of Commerce
100 Year Old Rum Found in Geneva Cemetery
Workmen uncover a sealed stone jug in Puney street cemetery Geneva. The jug bears the inscription New Bedford Rum 1799 and contains about two gallons of liquid. Hobart College professors speculate the vessel was buried with an Indian chief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rochester
N. Y
Puney St
Geneva
New Bedford
Rum
Hobart College
Aerial Derby Set for Saturday in England
London July 23 The Royal Aero Club of the United Kingdom sanctions the first race meeting of the year to be held tomorrow. The Aerial Derby will feature a roughly 200 mile course consisting of a double circuit around London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Royal Aero Club
United Kingdom
France Considers Bread Cards Again
Paris reports a plan to reestablish bread cards to curb imports of foreign wheat and stabilize the exchange rate. The proposal suggests starting the system in mid July and aims to ease financial pressure while controlling supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Paris
Mother and Son Win Long Battle for War Pensions
A leg amputee, Robert Pechin, and his mother Mrs Day endure years of neglect as the government denies pension and aid. After constant appeals and toil, a 1949 Washington grant finally arrives, delivering $2,949.35 in overdue compensation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pechin
Robert
Mr. Day
Veterans’ Welfare Commission
Seattle
Washington
War Risk Insurance Bureau
W. M. Inglis
Arlington
Day
Belfast Turmoil as Street Fighting Rages and Fires
Reports from Belfast describe widespread clashes between Unionists and Sinn Feiners, with snipers on monastery roofs and machines guns in the streets. At least twelve dead and many wounded, fires burning on city outskirts, and trains halted as workers refuse to move military shipments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belfast
Morgan
Unionista
Sinn
Moba
Coast Guard
Howes
Arctic club reception and enlistment addresses and licenses
The notice lists reception events at the Arctic Club and addresses of enlisted men, followed by marriage licenses and divorces granted. It includes names and residences such as Kato H at Maynard Ave, Lauresen Chris W Seattle, and Park 208 Eighth Ave, plus other Seattle and Tacoma entries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Park
Eighth Ave
van de Mark
Paul E
Yoy Overland
Stone, J
Columbus Sanit
Riain
Rodney R. Werenville
Allen
Charlotte H
Lea Husky
Iver
Tacoma
e+ Nelson
Katherine
Dickerson
Barton S
Seattle
Burd
Garnett
Joseph W
Beattie Keppler
Anna
Mirkland
Torger
Erickson
Josephine
Port
Bryan
Ida M
Arthur A. White
Alta B
H Cargill
Lulu F
Ark T. Stratton
Dorothy
Sylveater
Monahan
F. la
Maggia Hakala
Ida
John, Ward
Fiva
Harry, Shenk
Kathryn
Harry K. Geiser
Hazel L
Albert J. Thorsheim
Florence A
Nils G
Hickcoxs
Lillian
Orin
Turks Depart to Sign Peace Treaty
The Turkish delegation left for Paris on July day to sign the peace treaty, departing the city for Pastis Wednesday.
Yacht Race Narrow lead as Shamrock and Resolute drift through storm
The international yacht cup course faced a severe thunderstorm and dense fog after Shamrock and Resolute fought to a narrow advantage in the second leg. Shamrock towed back to mooring after repairs on deck to weather the tacking. Resolute pressed the lead as spectators watched a wind shift and a large crowd gathered for the fourth race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shamrock
Shamrock TV
Burton
Resolute
New York Yacht Club
Sandy Hook
Policemen Wreck Caltra Village in Galway Ireland
In reprisal for the shooting of soldiers and constables police and military wrecked the village of Caltra near Galway burning the Sinn Feiners headquarters. The attack reflects ongoing violence involving Irish forces with property destruction reported in the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galway
Ireland
Caltra
Sinn Feiners
Rag Rugs Sale With Various Sizes and Prices
Full assortment of rag rugs in hit and miss and plain color with borders. Sizes range from 24x36 to 9x12 with prices from 1.50 to 20.00 and specials for larger patterns. Fourth Floor.
Eldredge Two Spool Sewing Machine and dress forms
The Eldredge Two Spool Sewing Machine sews directly from two spools with no bobbin winding. A full Eldredge line includes adjustable dress forms and National Bust Forms, all sold on easy payments. Second Floor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eldredge
Coal strike expands across Illinois in major action
Miners in southern Illinois begin a widespread strike as Franklin County joins, signaling large-scale disruption at key mines including Orient with a record output. Chicago operators warn of looming fuel shortages as day workers protest wages, while national and state leaders seek mediation to avert broader fallout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murphysbono
Ill
Illinois
Willam Hutton
United Mine Workers
Hutton
Franklin County
Orient
Frankfort
Benton
Chicago
Frank Farrington
Illinois Union
Washington
Wilson
Hugh L. Kerwin
Bureau of Conciliation
Labor Department
Ilinois
Tumulty
White House
Kerwin
Springfield
Policeman John Huff Buried After Long Service
Funeral services are set for patrolman John Wyatt Huff 66 who died Thursday in Swedish hospital after a relapse post appendicitis surgery. Huff joined the force in 1888 and became a regular patrolman in 1896. Born in St Louis on September 6 1854 he lived at 4616 Phinney Ave and is survived by his widow Louise and five children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Wyatt Huff
Bonney
Watson
Huff
St. Louis
Louise
Phinney Ave
French Subsidy for Fishing Fleet Development
Paris reports France has allotted 40 million dollars to develop fishing fleets and organize deep sea fishing, aiming to boost coastal industry and maritime activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
France
Workers Decide On Wage Scale In Referendum
Chicago July 23 railroad workers weigh the 600 million wage board award. Executives plan referendums among seven unions to accept or reject without recommendations. Several unions including engineers and conductors reportedly back the award, while the Order of Railroad Telegraphers calls for a strike vote. Results expected after September 1 may leave railroads unprotected and prompt independent action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Railroad Labor Wage Board
Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way
Dye Thieves Evade Baloon Dye Works Security
Police investigate a bold theft at a San Diego Balloon Dye works. About $5,008 worth of clothing was stolen after the thieves escaped. All doors and windows were found tightly locked, leaving detectives puzzled about the escape route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Diego
Cal
Coroner Claims Record Lettuce Head
Newton New Jersey coroner James W. Mills says a garden lettuce head he harvested measures inches in circumference and believes it is the largest head ever grown in New Jersey and possibly the world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton
N. J
James W. Mills
New Jersey
Smart Coats and Polos Spark Great Deals Across Styles
Gear up with $16.50 reduced prices on coats and versatile polos in tan blue and brown. Pekin taupe silvertones and Copen rose and heather jerseys offer sizes for women and misses.
Sports Skirts in Black White and Plaid Styles
Advertises late model sports skirts in black and white checks and plaid patterns. Available in sizes 25 to 32 waist with pleated and gathered styles. Pricing listed as $12.50.
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MAVY
Daniels and
Far North
England
Mrs. Day
Neon—Good Eats
C. J France
Farnier Walter
Matteen
Walter N
Providence Hospital
Meagher
Edward S
Mass
Christian O. Providence Hospital
Tramas
Ineens
W. Tard St
Giberson
Albert Li
Seattle General Hospital
Blake
S&s W
Irl
Egal Legal Legal Legal
Groff
William
Arene 22Nd Ave
N.T. von George W
Fevitt
Las
Mien
COMAN
H. H
U. S
Spokane
Edwin T. Coman
Yakima
H. H. Stalard
Nonpartizan League
Second Avenue and
University Street
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