28 Jun 1922
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1922
Page
1
A collage of humor and satire on public figures and social quirks. Jabs at telephone exchanges, politicians, war veterans, and idioms mingle with cartoons of everyday life. Lighter short bits touch on prohibition, fashion, and a shouted mock call to poets.
Misa Selma Winters and H W Allen announce their marriage set for Friday at the Standard Furniture Co model bungalow in Seattle. The couples invite all Seattle residents to attend and witness a large, festive wedding with extensive floor decorations.
Officials express perturbation at radio silence from Summerlin Shaw and Tampico sources regarding the Cortez company camp capture near Tampico and the Bielaski kidnapping. A 48 hour bandita ultimatum expired as a 15,000 peso ransom is reported. Washington seeks details from Mexico City and Tampico, with censorship in force.
State Auditor CC W. Perry announced a statewide review of all accounts linked to Sullivan following a local inquiry. Mayor FE J Brown indicated that if fraud evidence emerges the case could go to prosecution, while Prosecuting Attorney Malcolm Douglas noted no pressure to indict as data stand.
R. T. Ice sought a room and was assigned next to Amos Frost. E. T. Summer of Portland, Oregon, followed Frost in adjoining rooms, reflecting a sequence of room allocations at the downtown auditorium hotel.
Seattle Indians president Jim Boldt announces daily Kid day at the Seattle Coast league park for the rest of the season except weekends. Every child in short pants will pass the turnstiles free and every such day will be Ladies day as well.
A newborn body was found floating in Puget Sound near the Beal Street dock Wednesday morning. Harry Carper reported it to his employer D F McDole, who alerted police. Detectives investigate links to missing Hattie Gilmore and other childcare disappearances.
A Western Maryland special train carrying 105 striking miners 30 women and children and 15 mine guards derailed near Hendricks West Virginia. The coach toppled multiple times as it slid down an embankment according to reports from Cumberland Maryland.
Captain F G Baughman of the steamer Humboldt reported no ship in distress off Ventura despite early radio alerts. He said rockets were seen and lights were extinguished as the vessel approached, suggesting rum smugglers signaling ashore to transfer cargo.
Local classified section highlights autos and assorted items for sale. Buyers can find used cars, household goods, and miscellaneous listings with contact details and pricing options. Shoppers are advised to act quickly for best selection.
The article accuses Prosecuting Attorney Malcolm Douglas of bias and protecting police, citing his defense of Capt. Charlie Sullivan and arguing immunity for returning stolen property undermines the law. It notes past frictionless relations with the police and warns of overreach in shielding officers from prosecution.
Mrs Sun Yat Sen narrates the June 16 Canton palace bombardment and the flight of her husband. She details a brutal attack, the heroic actions of her 50-strong guard, a crossing of a firestorm bridge, and their capture after a day of shelling and combat.
The American Legion announces prizes for decorated cars in the Fourth of July parade. First prize is a Western Giant cord tire, second a Folberth windshield cleaner, third a Bumper. Daisy Henry of The Star will judge. Parade review by Vice Admiral Shoemaker, with Brig. Gen. Duncan and Captain Younger serving as marshal and aide at Rainier-Noble post.
Irish publican insurgents defend the Four Courts as Free State artillery and infantry bombard the complex. Rebels, led by Rory O Conner, vow to fight for the republic while British forces monitor from the periphery. Casualties mount as shells crater roofs and walls, with reinforcements of 800 Free State troops and civilian evacuations underway.
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