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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1919

Page

3

Frees aasselblad of Charge in liquor theft case

Federal grand jury freed Joe Mangini and aasselblad of charge in the $30,000 liquor theft from a federal customs warehouse March 29 30. Other defendants including Ed Hagen and W F Lecknane were indicted, with 34 total indictments reported. Bail values ranged from $50 to $5,000.

Gus V. Hasgel- Badh Joe Mangini Edward B. Cushman Ed Hagen Dick Fred Smart J. W. Lock Rane Ed Carey Tom Russe W. F. Patton W. F Lecknane B. Wilson William Tilgh , Jr A. Rooks Elsie Winterbotham Phipps Jimmy Sato T. Su Connec Georgetown

Chief Plans Hasselblad Return After Grand Jury Cleared

Chief Warren says Gus V. Hasselblad, a suspended patrolman, will be restored to duty Saturday after a federal grand jury freed him of all charges. Patton and another officer remain suspended and indicted.

Gus V. Hasselblad Warren Hasselblad Patton

Japanese Deny Involvement in Mon- Incident

Tokyo officials vigorously deny any Japanese involvement in the Mon incident. They state no Japanese participation or support is suspected, amid ongoing inquiries and public concern.

Tiny Cooing Baby Boy Found Abandoned in Seattle Depot

A two month old boy was found abandoned in Seattle King Street station waiting room and carried by Sgt. W. F. Doninn to police headquarters at 1 am. The infant wore knitted cap and booties, was wrapped in a pink quilt, and named John Doe for booking. No trace of the mother was located by detectives.

Seattle Sergt. W. F. Doninn Police King St Manoon John Doe

Coroner M L Bridgham Fatally Shot in Ellensburg

An unidentified gunman shot County Coroner M L Bridgham at his door in Ellensburg around 2 30 a m Friday. He died moments later after telling neighbors of the deed. A pursuit and manhunt ensued with roads guarded as deputies seek the killer. Bridgham 37 had long served the county and was active in church and social circles. The inquest is scheduled for Saturday.

Ellensburg M. L. Bridgham M. BE. Flynn Bridgham Sheriff's Office Pridgham

Turner Realty Leases Large Second Floor Space on Second Ave

H M Turner Real Estate Company has leased most of the second floor of the Downs Block at 709 Second Avenue and will soon move in with office equipment to support a large city sales force. The report notes the firm’s strong market position.

HM. &. Turner Real Estate Company Downs Block Second Avenue H. 8. Turner Real Metate Company

Churches Honor Yankees Memorial Day in Seattle

Under the American Legion Liberty Woman's Auxiliary, nearly all Seattle churches will hold Memorial Day for the Living services Sunday. Ex service men key the effort to make it Northwest wide. Rev Mark A Matthews urges women to press employment aid for veterans and run morning and evening services. A veterans relatives meeting is set at the Army and Navy club on Tuesday at 8 pm opposite the County City building.

Woman's Auxiliary American Legion of Liberty Seattle Northwest Mark A. Matthews First Presbyterian Church Woman’s Auxiliary The Legion of Liberty Army and Navy Club Third Ave Jefferson At County

May 17 Straw Hat Day Promotes Seasonal Style

Official Straw Hat Day urges wearers to sport straw lids despite Weather forecast of drizzle Saturday night and Sunday. Haberdasher proclaims the tradition while new shapes appear and black bands remain the signature feature.

Salisbury King

Official Log Of Sea Flight Aboard Historic Azores Run

Washington May 17 log dispatches from Trepassey describe seaplane NC1 NC3 NC4 and NC4 making Azores progress with water takeoffs landings and taxiing times. Mentions dirigible C5 lost and search status and Cape Race communication as three seaplanes advance toward Azores at 125 knots with Greenwich meridian time references.

Washington United Areas Trepassey NC 1 Azores Greenwich Tinker Edwards St. Johnna NC-4 Comfio NC.1 Comflo G. M. T.tinker Cape Race Arooa Otter Cliffa U. S Craven Trepassey Bay Navy Department Bar Harbor NC1 Navy NC4 NC 3

Poolroom Closed After Brawl At Fifth Avenue

The poolroom at 414 Fifth Ave was ordered closed by Police Captain Hedges. Proprietors Alex Rubloff and J Hickoff, 25 and 35, were arrested with Patrolmen Wilson and Aaslund after a Russian fight erupted Thursday night. officers drew their guns to stop the brawl. The closure occurred without a show of force.

Fifth Ave FE. l L. Hedges Alex Rubloff J. Hickoff G. W. Wilson H. Aaslund Altho Wilson Aaslund

Penury is the Unseen Wage of the Pen

A compact reflection notes that poverty often results from the delayed or denied compensation of writers and scribes, implying economic hardship follows creative labor. It suggests scarcity stems from undervaluing intellectual labor in society.

Navy seaplanes NC-4 NC-3 NC-1 beat Atlantic schedule

U S Atlantic fliers progress ahead of schedule as NC-4 NC-3 and NC-1 pass station ships 18 13 and 16 during the first official government transatlantic flight. Navy reports crews report strong communications and record wireless reception amid improving weather.

U. S. Atlantic

Dog Show Closes Tonight After Blue Ribbon Wins

The Seattle Kennel Club show crowns top dogs with blue ribbons as Little Wonder Boy, a toy terrier, defends his undefeated champ status. Winners include Paddy the field spaniel and Lord Jere in toys, with honors also going to Brighton Flyer, Sansom Bob, Niguri, Lord Kayser, and more as judging continues tonight.

North Pole Arena Beach William Routey Little Wonder Boy Atlantic Pacific Melita Kennels Anna Kt. Judd Tadama Edward J. P. Morgan Paddy Helen Moore Lord Jere Boston Margaret Needham Sheriff Stringer J. B. Hoffman Brighton Flyer Robert Miller Niguri Hirshberg Rino Jilg Lord Kayser T. James Stinson Seattle Kennel Club

Transatlantic Flight Progress of NC Air Group Near Azores

The NC-4 leading the trio of NC-1 NC-3 and NC-4 was sighted near Flores Azores as the three seaplanes began the first leg of their historic transatlantic crossing from Trepassey Newfoundland. Commander Towers on NC-3 lagged but pursued at high speed toward Ponta Delgada amid nightly bulletin updates and global spectators.

United Press Ponta Delgada Azores New York Flores Trepassey N. F Atlantic U. S Melville NC3 Towers Craven Ponta del Gada Navy Dispatch

Cupid as a Small Figure in Love’s Complex Signals

A playful reflection notes that romantic sighs can mislead about true feelings and character, suggesting appearances in matters of affection are not always reliable. The piece contrasts Cupid’s mythic small size with the large consequences of love’s misunderstandings.

Cupid

Americans fly NC ships in Atlantic crossing from Trepassey

Amid cheers from Newfoundlanders the three US Navy seaplanes NC-1 NC-3 and NC-4 lifted off from Trepassey bay heading for the Azores in a planned direct flight via Corvo Fayal and San Miguel 1352 mile leg. The NC-3 led the takeoff followed by NC-4 and NC-1 after brief delays with load reduced to 28200 pounds from 28780.

Trepassey, N. F Trepassey Bay Azores Atlantic Corvo Fayal Ponta’ Gada San Miguel Island Trepansey N. L. Bellinger M. A L. T. Parin Harry Ladenwater C. I Rasmus Towers Charge C. Richardson D. H. Culloch Mander R. A. Lavender Braxton Rhodes L. R. Loore Co. Read W. Hinton E. F. Lowe Charles Rodd J. L. Breese E. Rhodes

London Eager for Reports of Fir

London crowds await news of the American transatlantic flight as reports of an attempted start circulate. Despite initial excitement, interest remains steady while progress updates are eagerly anticipated.

London

Lisbon Rallies For Yankee Flight Arrival

Lisbon, May 17 United Press reports excitement over the transatlantic flight by American seaplanes. The city prepares a grand fete to honor the arriving flyers and celebrate the historic journey.

Lisbon United Press

Officers Fail to Find Auto Bandits

Police in Seattle and Tacoma along with King and Pierce counties report no trace of three youths who robbed B. Bowen on the highway near Tacoma, taking his auto, and later stole $24.50 and a watch from Gus Johnson at 2103 Sixth Ave. The stolen car was recovered Friday and Bowen’s car early morning. authorities believe the trio are part of a gang operating on highways out of Seattle last Sunday.

Seattle Tacoma King Pierce County B. Bowen Coma Gus Johnson Sixth Ave T. O. Paxton Boren ~ James Bowen

Dallas Merchant Dies After Learn of Triplet Kinfolk

In Dallas a Black merchant named Austin McGill collapsed and died instantly upon learning he had become uncle to three people at once. The shocking news overwhelmed him with sudden grief or strain, leaving no further distress signs at the store.

Dallas Texas Austin McGill Austin

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