21 Jun 1922
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1922
Page
1
A collage of odd notes and opinions spans topics from seasonal lore to fashion and city life. The fragment references boats, beaches, Father’s Day, and historical snippets, ending with a cheeky hope for legal change in a Star series on murder.
A jumble of quotes and quips from a Tacoma Star society page notes a mayoral bid for Beattie, jokes about a Tacoma boy who sings high, a cat alarm, and science buzz about lizards and atomic energy. An ad spoofs Wegler Bros shipping furniture nationwide.
Anna D. Olesen the first woman nominated for the US Senate rests from her Minnesota primary campaign by cleaning her home from cellar to attic with her daughter Mary. She vows to visit every city and hamlet, pursue clean legislation, and run a vigorous campaign through November while emphasizing women’s rights and child welfare.
Los Angeles reports Rev. Dr. Donald Stewart a reformer and temperance advocate arrested on charges of bigamy and fraud in several states. He was seized near Sierra Madre with accomplice Mrs. Ethel Turner Osbaldes ton, who allegedly posed as his sister. Authorities note prior aliases and alleged bigamy cases in Boston Indianapolis New York Detroit amid a related, earlier death case.
A historic newspaper excerpt recounts a wrongful murder conviction. Blake is executed for Wickliffe's death after a confession later proves another killer acted. Detectives hunt two burglars who fled to Seattle with $500, clothing, and a kodak.
A playful teaser notes big news may break back home during vacation and asks how readers will cope with comics and other features. It advertises The Star by mail offering 50 cents per month in Washington with payment by money order or stamps.
Hereford Tynes Cowling, cinematographer for Burton Holmes Travelogue, tours the Northwest after filming at Mt. Rainier and Snoqualmie Falls. He recalls the most thrilling moment as watching a Chinese girl eat a poached egg on a dining car, a scene he calls the highlight of his 400000 miles of travel. He plans to leave America August 25 for his next assignment.
A humorous missive from a 32-year-old suitor to Miss June dAmour declares marriage as preordained and urges public publication. An engaged couple adds a candid essay praising shared life, family, and home, signaling vows and plans for children.
Seattle residents will experience the longest daylight of the nation with sixteen hours and seven minutes of sun on Wednesday. The timing places Seattle at the peak daylight period for the North West region and the country.
Reports from San Salvador indicate a devastating flood leaving hundreds dead and the Red Cross sending relief funds. In Laredo and surrounding Texas counties floodwaters threaten towns after marooning 500 people and causing $500,000 damage. Imperial Valley faces its worst flood danger in years as Colorado River levels rise, prompted by heavy upstream snowmelt and defense efforts continue.
A call to sign the 30 10 Initiative petitions urging public vote on the matter. The appeal states it matters for the people to have a right to vote, advising anyone not approached by a street solicitor to visit the Washington Educational Association at 707 Lowman Building to sign.
Teaac Marcosson, a world figure, told Seattle listeners that Japan has abandoned aggression and now focuses on peaceful penetration along the west coast of America. He cited policy shifts as Japan seeks world isolation and reduces forceful actions in Washington and California.
Seattle plans a major tax reduction with an ordinance to be debated in a city council session. The measure, prepared by Corporation Counsel T J L Kennedy, would have utilities fund city work via a percentage of gross revenue directed to the general fund. Light and water would contribute a portion and the municipal railway a similar 1 percent, shifting costs from general taxes.
Babe Ruth of the American League received an indefinite suspension from Ban Johnson after a second quarrel with umpire Dineen following a three day ban for an argument in Cleveland. The action suspends the famed slugger as of June 21 in Chicago.
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