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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1920

Page

20

William Coutts Dies in Alaska Death Notice

Nenana Alaska reports the death of William J. Coutts on May 20 from influenza and pneumonia. Coutts worked with the Northern Commercial company in Nenana and was a Masonic member in Fairbanks. He formerly lived in Seattle before moving to Alaska. his widow survives.

Nenana Alaska William J. Coutts Coutts Northern Commercial Company Masonic Order Fairbanks Seattle

French Federation Calls Off Walkout

Paris May 21 The national council of the French General Federation of Labor has called off all strikes, it was announced officially this afternoon.

Paris National Council French General Federation of Labor

Dope Laws Enforced Yet Dope Peddling Persists in Seattle

The writer argues that possession of opium morphine or cocaine is presumptive evidence of violation under the Harrison Act and notes that King Lee and other Chinese in Seattle faced punishments from 63 days to $250. He praises police for effort but laments repeat arrests and quick releases that allow vendors to resume business.

King Lee Beattle KR. F. Baerman Bearman King District Attorney’s Office Seattle Police Department Beattie Chinatown

Will Radium at Last Open the Door to Recovery

A sensational ad promotes Radio Active Solar Pads claiming relief for rheumatism sciatica gout neuritis and many illnesses. The device supposedly delivers continuous radiation to improve circulation remove impurities and restore nerves. Sold on a test proposition with money back satisfaction, address Radium Co 496 Bradbury Building Los Angeles Calif.

Rete Radium Aance Co Bradbury Dbidg Angeles Cait

King Lee and the Chinatown Drug Case Trial Speech

A speaker claims King Lee, a major Chinatown figure, could face five years in prison and a $2000 fine if charged under strict anti narcotics laws. The speaker says he knows other dealers and intends to name them, and vows to watch King Lee’s trial closely for decisive action.

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