Ruth Cruger Murder Probe Links White Slavery Ring
New York police and the district attorney pursue a web of trafficking ties in the Ruth Cruger case. Alfredo Cocchi, the bicycle shop man indicted for her murder, is tied to alleged abductions of girls and secret rooms, with a fringe of influential connections said to reach beyond the country. Grace Humiston aids the inquiry, and a mysterious woman known as Miss Consuelo Larue is sought as a key link in the trafficking ring.
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New York
Woods
Swann
Mra
Grace Humiston
Ruth Cruger
Consuelo Larue
Midnight Asssilant
Alfredo Cocchi
Cocchi
Italy
Cruger
Traction Evidence Fails to Convict First Jitney Man
Lester Thayer, the first of 79 jitney drivers charged with operating without a bond, was discharged by Justice Brinker Tuesday afternoon after proving he was painting his house on June 1 when O. A. Wise alleged he accepted a 6 cent fare.
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O. A. Wise
Lester Thayer
Justice Brinker
Changes on Exemption Boards Across District Lines
Neut Gov Hart directed Sheriff Stringer and Auditor Wardall that nonresidents of the South district cannot serve on its exemption board. He will propose to President Wilson replacements: W H Overlock of Kent as executive officer, Van G Barker of McKinley II as recorder, and Dr Bh EB Hoye of the same place as physician, removing Dr George H T Sparling from the South board. Northern district members Revelle and Wilson remain unchanged.
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Neut. Gov
Hart
Stringer
Wardall
South Commissioner
Select Services Exemption Board
Wilson
W. H. Overlock
Kent
van G. Barker
McKinley II
Bh. EB. Hoye
George H. T. Sparling
South Board
Gibson
Oak Lake
Northern
Thomas P. Revelle
M. C. Wilson
War Veterans Parade Scheduled With Officers Election
G A R officers hurried to finish routine business at the reunion so only the parade and officer elections remain for Thursday. The campfire is set for Wednesday night at First Presbyterian with Gov Sister speaking. Parade starts Thursday afternoon at Third and University. The Woman’s Relief Corps donated a silk flag to Queen Anne High School. The Ladies of the G A R presented Lincoln portrait to the Chamber and Commercial Club. Officers' election dominated Wednesday's activities. The G A R auxiliary leaders Marie Covington of Seattle and Mabel Hilliker of Tacoma lead the presidential race. Edith E Harris of Bellingham elected department president Tuesday.
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First Presbyterian Church
Third and
University
Woman's Relief Corpu
Queen Anne High School
Abraham Lincoln
Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Club
United
Aged Man Dies Trying to Save Chair from Fire
Howard Smith aged 62 died at city hospital after attempting to rescue a chair from his burning home on Madison Street. He made two trips uninjured but became trapped when a door lock snapped. Neighbor J Corbett forced the door and pulled him out. His son Harold Smith, 17, works at Sears Roebuck & Co.
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Howard Smith
City Hospital
Smith
E. Madison St
J. Ja Corbett
McGilvra Boulevard
Harold Smith
Sears, Roebuck & Co
German War Losses Reported for May
London reports German casualties for May: killed and died of wounds or sickness 22,000. prisoners and missing 26,562. wounded 62,394. Cumulative totals since the war began show 1,069,127 killed or missing, 557,410 prisoners, 2,751,223 wounded. total 4,356,760.
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London
Take Over Roads Says Trade Board
The commission warns that the coal industry and transportation failures paralyze industry and threaten next winter with real suffering. It cites gambling in coal, use of anthracite in steaming sites, and price inflation as irreparable, urging government control lessons from Allied and German experiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trade Board
Commission
New England
Newport News
Germany
Neckwear on display at 10c basement sale
Ace trimmed flat collars and fancy stocks in white and colors draw attention at the 10 cent basement salesroom. The display features attractive neckpieces showcasing several styles.
Union Suits at Basement Sale 65c
Basement Salearoom offers fine ribbed cotton union suits with Dutch neck or low neck styles. Sleeved and sleeveless options available in sizes 36 to 44, priced at 65 cents.
Hats for travel and motoring in Basement Sales room
Basement Sales room offers women hats for trips and outings. White Duck Crushers with stitched brim 50 cents, White Felt Crushers 95 cents, Khaki Crushers 50 cents, Motoring Bonnets of silk poplin with visor in blue green or tan 75 cents, Satin Motoring Hats in green gold and blue 1.95 dollars.
Hosiery sale offers 35c pair or 3 for $1.00
Black and white cotton stockings with double sole and triple heel and toe. Sizes 8 to 10. Each pair 35 cents. Three pairs for one dollar.
Middy Blouses in Plain and Braid Trim Styles
Basement Salesroom offers middy blouses in twill linenette and corded cottons. Sizes 10 to 20 years and 36 to 44 with prices from 50 cents to 4.50. Colors include white and white with red Copenhagen or navy braid trim.
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Copenhagen
Work Garments for Men at Basement Salesroom
The Basement Salesroom offers a comprehensive line of work garments for men. Items include blue and black denim overalls with coats, painters and carpenters white overalls, butchers long coats, grocers coats and dusters, black sateen shirts, chambray shirts, khaki trousers, heavy socks and work caps, plus chippers riveters and caulkers gloves.
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Fraser Paterson Co
Fraser-Paterson Co
Thire
Eldredge
raser-Paterson Co
Gotham Police
Coechi
Philipp Muriel
Seattle Paint Company
HEY
Gunniburl Gaberdine
Barement Salesroom
Madras
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