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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1920
Page
9
A violent incident in California ends with a man killing his son and injuring his wife and daughter. The assailant, described as violently insane, attacked them as the family waited at home. Police are investigating possible motives as relatives recall prior tensions.
Washington. Secretary Colby apologizes on behalf of the government to the British ambassador for the burning of the British flag here by Irish women last week.
A writer argues life should blend sacred and playful aspects, saying God enjoys laughter from children as much as reverent worship. The piece invokes Lewis Carroll and reflects on religious sentiment, contrasting solemnity with simple joy.
Mrs. N. J. Nelson of 1218 Norman Jr reports to police that two prowlers, one long and one short, have lingered near her Topeka residence. In Kansas, EB H Lindley succeeds Frank Strong as chancellor of the University of Idaho.
The crowd rose as speeches and songs filled the hall. Senator Sutherland and Nicholas Longworth mingled with officials while Hays presided, a gavel from Independence Hall gifted, and the Star Spangled Banner and national anthem rallied ten thousand attendees.
A historical column extols a coconut oil shampoo as pure and grease free, claiming it cleanses, rinses easily, and leaves hair soft, bright, and easy to handle. It also recounts a political convention scene with Lodge as temporary chairman and speakers criticizing Wilson and supporting Republican aims.
Former Chief of Police Joel F. Warren sent $155.60 to the police band for the capture of six deserters during the war. The funds may be used to buy a drum or oboe or similar instrument for the band.
The Canadian Fisheries Society outlines cooperation with Washington State Fish Commission to conserve sockeye salmon in Northwest waters. Fish Commissioner Darwin leads the effort and coordinates cross border conservation measures.
In Montreal Samuel Gompers denounced attacks on strike rights and urged organized labor to defend the right to strike. He linked wartime repression to ongoing tyranny and called unions a force for international labor unity against oppression.
Two convicts Gardner a 35 year old train robber and Wing a 40 year old Chinese national overpowered guards neared Union Station Portland seized Kavanaugh s revolver and bound the guards after robbing them of 20 dollars They escaped from the dining car into the compartment with a third prisoner While being moved to McNeil Island the pair leaped from the train as it entered the city Police pursued and the remaining prisoner was returned to custody.
J. D. Chambers an 11 year old boy was picked up by police after a tense search failed to reveal any contraband. He choked while stepping into an elevator and a bundle of morphine dropped from his mouth.
Beattie police search Tuesday for John Pirtie a drug addict who escaped from the detention hospital in the public safety building. He crawled down a fire escape to flee. Admitted May 25, he was due to serve 63 days.
A defective flue started a fire that damaged the roof of Fred Vickery's residence at 1621 Terry Ave late Monday afternoon. The house had previously belonged to William H. Humphrey and was relocated to its current site.
When dental work is needed the question arises where to get the most value. The article urges quality workmanship, painless methods, reasonable price, and assurance of proper service from the work.
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