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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1920

Page

3

Ex Kaiser moving booze by truckload at Doorn House

In Doorn Netherlands the ex Kaiser Wilhelm II continues moving belongings to Doorn House. Dozens of van loads and frank trucks fill the estate as painters remodel the mansion while locals show little interest in the royal relocation amid rumors of a final move and pending accessibility for visitors.

Ex-Kaiser Doom House Kalwer Doorn House Amerongen Doorn Kalver

Russian Reds Attack Poles in 50-Mile Front Advance

Moscow dispatch reports general Soviet advance against Poland across a 50 mile front in the Polotsak Lepe region. Poland admits forces fell back after heavy fighting south of the Dwina river as Polish and Soviet messages differ on the severity of the retreat.

London Polotsak Lepe Moscow Rolahevik Brusiloff Vitebsk Kieff Dwina Riga

Two Held as Police Probe Auto Theft

Albert Denny aged 21 and Albert I Matthews aged 19 were arrested by Motorcycle Patrolman A J Hill and are held in the city jail on open charges. Police say they found a stolen automobile near Portland and in their possession were revolver shells. Arrest occurred Wednesday night during the police probe.

Albert Denny Albert I Matthews A. J. Hill Jall Thurewlay Portland

Exports Fall by 135 Million in April Trade Drop

Washington reports April exports declined by 135 million dollars from March while imports decreased by 30 million dollars. The Commerce Department released the figures today, outlining the broad shift in trade activity.

Washington Commerce Department

Rinehart Sees High Cost of Living as Top Issue

Novelist Mary Roberts Rinehart argues the presidential campaign should focus on the home crisis of rising prices. She blames underproduction and over demand, urges Americans to stop luxuries, and criticizes both parties for sidestepping the issue during postwar reconstruction.

Ruth F. Finley Glen Osborne Mary Roberta Rinehart America Mrs. Rinehart Mia Rinehart Lord Northcliffe England United States Kinehart

Montana Murderer Sentenced to Hang

J. C. Davis alias Albert Yek was found guilty of murder in the first degree and sentenced in Beaverhead County district court to be hanged for killing Sheriff Wyman on April 21 in Dillon Montana.

Dillon Mont J. C. Davis Albert Yek Wyman Beaverhead County

French Gold Stock Decline From 1913 to 1918

Between 1913 and 1918 France saw its gold reserves shrink from 1.2 billion dollars to 664.09 million. The drop reflects wartime strain and shifts in monetary policy as the nation mobilized and faced economic pressures.

France

Endorsement of Tanlac for War Mother Mrs Dodd

Mrs Alice Gresham Dodd praises Tanlac at the Gresham Memorial Home in Evanaville Ind for restoring her health after her son Corporal James B B Greaham's death. She describes relief from indigestion rheumatic pains and insomnia and credits the medicine with renewed appetite strength and sleep. Sold in Seattle by Bartel Drug Stores.

Tanlac Alice Gresham Dodd Gresham Gavin Park Evanaville Ind Indiana James B.B. Greaham France Dodd United States Taniac Seattle Bartel Drug Stores

House To Pass Soldier Bonus

Washington May 20 Republican leaders predict the house will pass the nol tier bonus bill within days despite treasury and administration opposition. The Ways and Means Committee revision was approved 116 to 39, with support from enough Democrats to thwart a block. Senate action is uncertain before Congress reconvenes in June.

Washington House Treasury Department Administration Rules Committee Senate Congress Ways and Means Committee

Presbyterians to Open Annual Meet

The Presbyterian general assembly may vote to admit women as ruling elders if the commission on the official relation of women is approved. The Philadelphia assembly tonight will consider the commission’s recommendation after a year of investigation.

Philadelphia Presbyterian Church United States Presbyterian General Assembly S&s. Hall Young New York Edgar W. Work William L. Barrett Bellefontaine O. J

Veteran Is Shot By House Thief

Edwin Sherman a Canadian veteran who served four years on the Western front was shot in the mouth by an apartment house prowler yesterday and is dying in the county hospital. The assailant escaped.

Chicago Edwin Sherman

Drinks Poison After Arrest in City Hospital

Henrietta Kidd, 35, a Black woman, attempted suicide by Lysol after being released on bail for a disorderly conduct charge. She was brought to the hospital by Patrolmen P. M. Johnston and G. Graves at 3 a.m., begged nurses to give poison, and was treated with expectation of recovery.

City Hospital Henrietta Kidd P. M. Johnston G. Graves Weller

Negro Appointed Methodist Bishop

Dr. FP. BE. Jones, editor of the South western Advocate, was the first negro elected bishop by the Methodist general conference receiving 72 votes beyond the two thirds requirement. Charles L. Meade of Denver was elected on the ninth ballot with 632 votes, 18 above the needed two thirds. The conference elected Rev. RE. M. Clair of Washington, D. C., on the 11th ballot, completing the slate of new bishops.

Des Moines Iowa FP. BE. Jones Southwestern Advocate New Orleans Methodist General Conference Charles L. Meade Denver Colo Meade RE. M. Clair Washington, D. C Dr. Clair General Conference

President Signs Pay Increase Bill

Washington May 20 President Wilson has signed the army and navy pay bill boosting pay for officers and enlisted men in the army navy and marine corps

Washington Wison Army

Famous scientist found after six months amnesia episode

Dr. Arthur Lachman, renowned scientist and author, reappears in Chico after six months missing with amnesia. He says he woke in strange surroundings and learned it was May 19. A $1,000 reward had been offered. investigators traced him from Sacramento to Chico where he registered at the Hotel Oaks on May 15.

San Francisco Arthur Lachman Chico Morris R Ballen Cal Wiliam Lachman

How Any Girl Can Have Pretty Eyes

No girl or woman is pretty if her eyes are red strained or have dark rings. Simple witch hazel camphor hydrastis etc as mixed in Lavoptik eye wash will brighten the eyes and a week's use will surprise you with to quick results. Regular use of Lavoptik keeps the eyes healthy sparkling and vivacious. Dainty aluminum eye cup free. Swift's Drug Co. and leading druggists.

Swift's Drug Co

Mikado Improving As Emperor Recovers From Illness

Tokyo May 15 Delayed Emperor Yoshihito in no longer in critical condition according to Viscount Hatano imperial household minister The Mikado can take motor rides and walks and the crown prince temporarily performs some state functions in a temporary arrangement reported today by Hatano

Tokyo Yoshihito Viscount Hatano Imperial Household Hatano Ter

Man Killed in Ireland Rioting Reported in Limerick

LIMERICK Ireland May 20 a man was killed and a woman wounded during clashes between villagers and police and soldiers last night streets were patrolled today by authorities to restore order the incident marks a violent flare in the unrest.

Limerick Ireland Villans

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