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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1919
Page
14
In York on July 31 an enterprising reporter roamed the shopping district to learn why half-hose were so popular at 2.75 percent. A salesgirl explained the appeal as cool and convenient, noting they stay in place with a rubber band and fold over edges. She predicted continued demand into next season.
Real bonds and mortgages totaled a large sum left to the widow and brother Albert Primrose of Portland. George Primrose, known as a noted minstrel, died July 23 at San Francisco, leaving his entire estate divided equally between his wife and Albert.
Representative Nolan of California urged a strong immigration law to bar all immigrants except educated ones who could become U S citizens. The Johnson resolution for deportation of dangerous alien enemies was adopted without a record vote and would send many German chiefs in the United States back to Germany.
Ohio prosecutors press a statewide investigation into alleged price fixing by produce firms in major counties. Evidence cites control of butter and potato markets and abuses in berries and fruit trading. Gov Cox and Attorney General Price lead the inquiry urging a relentless attack on profiteers.
In Mount Clemens Michigan on July 31 United Press reports attorney Elliott G. Stevenson for the Chicago Tribune offered to submit the Henry Ford Chicago Tribune million dollar libel case to the jury without argument if plaintiff's counsel would do the same. Ford's attorney Lucking said he would consider it. The trial, in its twelfth week, seeks to end with jurors and counsel hoping for a prompt conclusion despite expected extra time for arguments. Stevenson noted testimony by Prof. William A. Dunning who likened some of Ford's writings to those of Emma Goldman the anarchist.
Tony Collos alias Francisco Antonio Collos, 25, a Chilean, was arrested by Patrolman A R Johnson early Thursday at 210 Fourth Ave. Johnson said Collos was leaving a Japanese clothing store carrying a suitcase with seven pairs of shoes and Collos is held on an open charge.
The Rev Roy H Campbell of Pilgrim Congregational church states Seattle Holy Spirit pageant Seattle Seaport of Success will be presented next Sunday August 3 at 7 pm on Denny field U of W campus. The ceremony features a torch processional a great cross and massed choirs from area churches singing Holy Holy Holy and America the Beautiful. Campbell asks all choirs to assemble Sunday at Pilgrim church Broadway and Republican at 5 pm.
A Salem area farmer complains an airplane pilot disturbs his hens by flying over his barnyard day and night. He asks Justice of the Peace Unruh about filing a complaint and pursuing damages for alleged trespass and property destruction. The farmer refused to give his name over the phone when the justice cautioned him.
Senator Chamberlain and Representative Kahn introduce universal military and naval training bills. All male citizens aged 18 to 20 would serve six months, with exemptions for prior service or disability. A five year Army reserve and ten year universal training period follow, plus a naval reserve, both ready for immediate call in emergencies. The measure also maintains draft exemptions machinery.
A satirical quip suggests domestic peace hinges on a husband paying for control and letting his wife manage the home. The remark targets traditional gender roles with sharp humor.
Twenty two 50 pound lard cans shipped from New York City to Nenena Alaska were found to conceal about 150 quarts of whisky. Agents from the department of justice investigated the Northern Pacific freight house and uncovered the contraband.
Chicago dairy firms announce a rise of one cent per quart in milk prices effective tomorrow. They cite higher costs from farmers and feeding expenses, pushing the new price to 15 cents a quart.
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