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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1922
Page
13
In Callao Peru Ward is released after authorities conclude he is not the Seattle killer in the 1907 Covington murder case. Officials say Ward remains under surveillance as investigators pursue the long-dormant crime tied to Covington and her husband Burlison. A body found in a trunk off Alki is cited in the probe.
Mayor Hale Thompson testifies in a libel suit against the Chicago Tribune. He accuses the paper of damaging his wartime stance by claiming he pledged to end the war and then supported entering it after a declaration. He asserts Woodrow Wilson broke his pledge keeping the nation out of the war.
Observation notes that cars will be part of the equipment of the Century Limited on the Chicago and New York route, with a change to be made soon according to word received.
An ad claims ay Sentes uric acid deposits will leave the rheumatic system within twenty four hours, suggesting quick onset of relief and a fast track to improved mobility and comfort for sufferers.
Thousands on the Pacific coast mourn the death of Carmack former Klondike discoverer. He died Monday evening in Vancouver hospital after pneumonia. He was born Sept. 24 1860 in Contra Costa County California and became famed for bonanza creek gold find with Skookum Jims in 1894.
Washington reports that union congressmen may act to lift coal prices nationwide from 1.50 to 2.00 a ton. Officials say the Hoover operators pact saved 15 percent but retailers push higher costs. Hoover warns Congress is the only body that can set price controls in an emergency.
Maj. Julian P. Wilcox in Seattle for a three day inspection touring sites for new Marine Corps recruiting offices. The drive for recruits will begin July 1 as Marine officials prepare locations in Seattle and nearby areas.
An elderly reader claims relief from rheumatism after 50 years of seeking cures and promotes a free distribution of The Inner Mysteries of Rheumatium by H P Clearwater of Hallowell Maine. The ad assures readers of return mail with no charge and urges sending a postcard or letter to obtain the work.
An advertisement claims a delatone paste removes superfluous hairs from the skin without blemish. It suggests mixing powdered delatone with water, applying for a few minutes, then rubbing off and washing. Cautions to ensure real delatone are noted.
Kansas City reports Marie Real praised for slaying Frank W. Anderson with a note from Dr K W Mak and Mrs Flo Bashford, urging courage. In Terre Haute Loula J Beal, ex-wife of Peggy Beal, is located with her two sons after shooting Anderson, with Beal now remarried. Hospital says Minn Beal may recover from a self-inflicted wound.
A quirky Life magazine line ponders everyday wants and questions about shopping, sharing funds, reversals, accessories, plans, meals, time, and methods. It reflects a casual, conversational mood rather than a rolling news item.
The new city council opened its first session on Monday afternoon with Mayor Brown urging cooperation. Council president C. B. Fitzgerald introduced the doctor and stressed working with the mayor. Mayor Brown signed two ordinances totaling 667000 for April bills and June expenditures, after previous vetoes by Mayor Caldwell over streetcar department charges.
Aspen Colorado reports two Boon companions died together. Frank Solberg aged 65 died of poisoning with gopher poison in his pocket at Mo Kensie’s ranch near Aspen. Walter McKenzie, 44, the employer, was found dead in the house with buckshot wounds and a gun nearby. Neighbors think Solberg accidentally took the poison and McKenzie killed himself upon finding his partner dead.
George W. Pound told a Washington convention that fifteen minutes of jazz equals seven dry martinis and that jazz and boogie serve the same purpose. He argued jazz is replacing rum as prohibition tightens and that the thirst for booze stems from postwar social unrest.
A crew member's body was recovered from the hold of the gas schooner Mae Hyman, which was recently wrecked off Point Arenas. The discovery follows the vessel's incident near the harbor, with authorities continuing to investigate the loss and assess the ship's cargo and safety measures.
Dr Orl ando Edger Miller, psychologist, argues kisses vary by personality types acid and alkali. He claims vinegar tangates from same type and soap taste from opposite types while noting a theatrical lecture at the Metropolitan theater.
Ardmore Oklahoma June 6. Ex sheriff Buck Garrett located Opal Rexroat Kinney and her husband in Houston Texas ending a nationwide hunt for the wealthy oil lands heiress and daughter of a rich Oklahoma estate holder. The couple had disappeared earlier.
A supplier advertises 2000 yards of black lateen sailcloth at four yards per yard width. The deal emphasizes good quality weave and extra value for a full yard wide fabric.
An ad touts 600 large size Mak A Glo items in pink or blue Sees with a price of $1 per second floot.
Hemstitched and scalloped tablecloths square 58 inch. Second floor Mercerized tablecloths $1. Stocking specials include 400 pairs women's silk stockings in multiple colors. Clearance lot of children's half sex mer cornsed and white tops. Floor plan notes indicate first floor sales.
Large lot offered on the first floor featuring girls gingham dresses in sizes 7 to 14 years and women's lisle union suits at 1 each. Dresses include plain and checked gingham styles with pleated skirts. Union suits have band tops and bodice tops with silk ribbon straps. Counts: 288 items in total.
Rag rugs priced at 1 dollar size 24 by 36 inches in plain colors with fancy end borders. About 200 in stock. On the fourth floor also handkerchiefs 15 for 1 dollar, novelty colored and plain white with regular ten cent value. On the first floor.
A yardage deal offers 2 500 yards of cretonne for sale at 1 per yard with many attractive colors and patterns. Regular price is 35 cents per yard. Located on the fourth floor.
A vintage ad page lists yardage discounts on fabrics including Devonshire plain colors priced at $1 and Devonshire crepes with figured patterns. It mentions Punjab Percales, Fine Scotch Ginghams, Nainsook, White Voil, pillow tubing and related widths, with a note about quantities and a second floor location.
The ad promotes 288 pieces of women’s neckwear priced at $1, including frilled guimpes vestees collars and cuffs in varied styles. It also presents a dollar bag project with a 4 yard ribbon and a bag top with mirror, normally priced up to $1. The rib bon section highlights quality ribbons at $1 and $1.50 with mirror-backed bag tops.
Beauty boxes offered at $1 each in a special purchase. Black patent finish leather or brown leatherette models include three piece fittings and large mirrors. Lot contains 288 units. First floor.
Jewelry ad lists wax filled beads and gold filled clasps. Features French Pearl necklaces in cream and white tones, 24 and 30 inch lengths. Priced at sale levels compared to usual higher prices. Floor display location noted as first floor.
The item describes fashionable girdles and novelty accessories priced at $1, featuring pearl bead designs linked with metal and steel options in black or opalescent finishes. Previously priced from $1.50 to $2.50, displayed on the Firat Floor.
Short lengths of plain and fancy do reduced to $1 yard for dollar. Deal covers a small clean up lot with remaining silk fabric pieces offered at a bargain price.
The Hoover Sweepers advertise a sale with $1 down and $1 on each dollar, inviting buyers to pay the remainder on easy terms. The notice emphasizes affordable payments during Dollar Day.
The notice lists ten cent cakes in 15 packs, ten cent toilet soap, one dollar toilet bottles, face powder regular priced at 1.25, cold cream powder at one dollar, and rouge brunette at similar pricing, all part of a Dollar Day sale in the toilet goods section.
Sale notice lists 165 striped oxford shirts in various styles with limited sizes. Lisle socks feature 504 pairs offered in 3 for 40 cents and broken assortments formerly priced 50 cents to $1 per pair. Bathing suits made of heavyweight cotton blends available up to size 46 at $1.65 regular price.
White blouses in organdy and voile with gingham collars and cuffs offered in dozens of styles. Some tailored and some lace trimmed. Best values in months.
Advertisement lists items from white gaberdine and pique to satin garments including Polly Prim aprons priced at 2 for 1 coin spot percale. Hats total 200 at 1 each with sports, trimmed, and untrimmed styles. Wash satin camisoles in several strap varieties and colors. sizes 36 to 44. Fiber silk stockings 8 pairs for 1. children's stockings 6 pairs for 1 with ribbed cotton options.
First Lieut. J. A. Macready, chief of the flying section at McCook Field, Dayton, Ohio, tests 200 U. S. army airplanes built by the Boeing Co in Seattle. He previously flew to 40,800 feet above Dayton last September, reporting blue sky beneath him and predicting no higher ascent possible in mechanical flight due to thinning air.
A woman replies to a dealer demanding payment for installments claiming she did not receive the notice as she no longer lives at the address. The exchange follows missed payments after financial difficulties.
London June 6 The air ministry issued cautious praise for Louis Brennan’s helicopter noting the craft is still incomplete. Brennan famed for a torpedo and the gyroscope works under ministry sponsorship. The ministry denied reports of completion while maintaining an offer of 60 000 pounds for a successful helicopter.
Deputies under Sheriff Matt Starwich seized liquor at the Pleasant Hour Inn near Auburn on Monday and arrested Mr and Mrs H B West.
Oklahoma City June 6 army officers and a board of inquiry searched for more evidence in the slaying of Lieutenant Colonel Paul Ward Beck by Judge Jean P Day at her home in April. Day appeared voluntarily and described the shooting while police questioned members of the inquiry party and Day's household.
New York June 6 August Probst, a former butler at the Rolling Rock club near Pittsburg, slashed his wrists in a suicide attempt at Ellis Island last night. He sought a wealthy Pittsburg girl and is believed romantically insane. He was to be deported today as his condition is not serious.
W. H. Norman and wife of Sunnyside sue in superior court alleging they were fleeced of $22,000 through rubber company stock sales. They name W Lanning C F E Elliott and the Northwestern Rubber Co as defendants and seek recovery plus the appointment of a receiver for the company.
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