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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1919
Page
2
A late Friday night crash on 15th Ave North near the Bybee hotel involved a motorist and Mrs. Stephens. Lenberg’s stalled car blocked the tracks, a failed push attempt led to a heavy interurban dash down the roadbed. both were badly bruised and shaken. The motorman reported seeing the car, with headlights on, as best insurance against further harm.
Sinn Fein leader Edward De Valera is in the United States, with Harry J. Boland saying he will appear in New York Monday. Boland refused to reveal his exact location or entry details but said rooms were reserved at the Waldorf for his party. He hinted a Rochester visit to relatives may follow.
Major General John F. Morrison will travel to Alaska to inspect military posts in the Arctic region. The visit aims to review defenses and operational readiness, with stops at key installations along the northern coast.
The Victory convention of the Washington State Federation of Women's clubs ended Friday afternoon in Centralia with delegates and city residents in attendance. Senator Harvey J. Phipps spoke on Woman in Politics, Mrs. J. B. McKee addressed Politics as It Isn't, and N. B. Coffman spoke on Freedom Thru Loyalty to National Ideals. The federation urged passage of a congressional bill for home economics training for every child over 14 and every adult woman in the nation.
Headed by Fr. P.D. McFadden national president of the Cheeters a delegation of hotel men will arrive Sunday night and depart Monday night for Portland to attend the Greeters of America national convention. Seattle will send 12 delegates.
Bruce Brown 17 dubbed speed demon was arrested on Rainier avenue after his motorcycle patrol stop showed 50 mph. Police recovered his machine and turned him over to the juvenile department. A. W. Clarke 53, cited for 33 mph, was nabbed on Rainier avenue by George Reynolds. Gunt Stelzer 40, charged with 65 mph, was stopped on 12th avenue by Co V Harvey. James Brownell 23, arrested on Queen Anne avenue for drunk driving and held in custody.
The RAM, a British air dirigible, has returned from a mysterious voyage and flown over German coast towns. Officials say the 1,700 miles in 106 hours demonstrates feasibility for a transatlantic flight, supporting the air ministry's plans.
The four automobile bandits Manny Miller Pete Jongejan Peter John and Ragnar Nyren who terrorized Beattie highways for a week were sentenced to five to 15 years but suspended for good behavior. They pledged never to return to crime and will work, with recovered money returned to thieves by police.
Police increased patrols on Friday night and held six women on open charges amid reports of dark complexioned individuals approaching white men and pickpocketing. The arrests occurred at Sixth Avenue and Eighth Street, Fourth Avenue and Reneca, Ethel Church, Seventh Avenue and Pike Street, and Seventh Avenue and Union Street. Names include Myrtle Melendrez and Nora McPhereon among others.
Capt. Ewing D. Colvin spoke at the Good Eats cafeteria Saturday noon about training replacement troops for the AFEF. Resolutions reviewing the achievements of the late Gov. Lister were presented at the meeting.
Major General John F. Morrison commander of the Western Department arrives in Seattle en route to Alaska to inspect military posts and garrisons. He is accompanied by aide First Lieutenant Milton M. Smith.
A civil service examination for the elevator conductor position in the federal building will be held July 20. The annual pay is $720. Further blanks and information may be obtained at the 303 Post Office Building.
Astoria sheriffs await a telegraphed warrant to arrest Captain Jacob Neilson of the steamer Agarista as the body of first mate Hank J. Sale is taken to Hoquiam for post mortem. Authorities cite a bitter quarrel prior to departure and say the mate died from a battered skull after a self inflicted gunshot or heavy instrument blow.
The Nippon Yusen Kaisha steamship Katori Maru arrived in Yokohama from Seattle on June 16, one day ahead of schedule. Kashima Maru due here Wednesday from Ori ent. Motorofu Maru set for July 3. A 20,000-tonner for the same company will be built in England and shipped to Japan to serve as a model for future vessels.
Los Angeles June 21 reports early settlement of the 6000 shipyard workers strike at Los Angeles Shipbuilding and Drydock expected after morning conferences between strikers and yard operators. Federal authorities are mediating.
With 2122 students in attendance, Seattle summer schools ended the first week of a six week program Saturday. Six schools operate to help students hindered by illness or other factors catch up. Broadway hosts high and grade studies, Lincoln Ballard Franklin Queen Anne Lafayette offer grade studies only.
Mr and Mrs C C Clark of the Fremont district welcome a nine pound daughter born Thursday. The father serves as president of the Fremont Business Men's Association.
Sergt. Maj. Clarence F. Borton of 356 17th Ave will arrive in Seattle today after 18 months overseas. He served with the 116th ammunition train after transferring from the 161st Infantry, according to word received by his relatives.
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