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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1921

Page

4

China Fate Hinges on Harding Policy Says Shanghai Reporter

William Philip Simms argues in Shanghai that President Harding must choose a clear open door policy toward China. He warns that America’s stance, influenced by Hughes, will shape China’s future between a modern independent path and a return to hardship.

William Philip Simms Bhanghai Iren G. Harding China Iny United States of America French Republic Great Britain Japan America Harting Charlies Evans Hughes Pacific Europe Shanghai

Fire! Seattle Volunteers Ordered Out for Reunion

An old Seattle fire anniversary piece recalls the 1889 Beatle fire. Volunteers are ordered to report at Fire Station No 23 for a special duty gathering on Monday evening. A reunion dinner is planned for June 6 to honor the era and display the old apparatus.

Seattle Beattie Elliott Bay 18Th Columbia Tom Il. A. Bechoenfeld

Chinese Friendships and Open Door Policy in U S View

A Chinese statesman argues Americans are seen as friends in China and praises U S openness. He explains Japan seeks influence via China while England dominates the Yangtze region, and asserts America has no sphere but will gain fair trade when China rises.

China Japan Eald Peking England America

Legion post charter revoked over quirt attack incident

Santa Barbara California charter of Howland Shaw Russell Post No 62 American Legion stripped by Department Commander Fitts after five legion members used a rawhide quirt on Arthur M Clark editor Carpinteria Herald. Neither Clark nor the five members will be admitted again to membership.

Santa Barbara Cal Howland Shaw Russell American Legion Fitts Legion Arthur M. Clark Carpinteria Herald Clark

German Engineer Develops Ground Detecting Instrument

A German engineer has designed a device able to locate underground water and metal deposits. The instrument promises precise detection of water pockets and metal in the soil, potentially aiding exploration and construction projects.

Vengeance and a Vexed Marriage in Aberdeen

In Aberdeen on May 21 Mr. and Mrs. John Kolosoy divorce then remarry. Mrs Evafamika Maykovich travels from New Jersey to wed John, but the plan collapses. Evafamika enters the couple’s cottage with an axe, is restrained with a $250 bond, and the other two parties are fined $25 each for disorderly conduct.

Aberdeen John Kolosoy John Evafamika Maykovich New Jersey Evafamika William Baumert

Alleged Fish Pirates Taken On Clackamas River Clash

Charles Straight and William Freeman, alleged fish pirates, were captured after a hand to hand battle with state fish wardens on the Clackamas river near Oregon City. Sharp gaffs revolvers and pike piles figured in the fight. They will be tried in justice court on Tuesday on three counts, main charge fishing commercially for salmon in a river closed by law.

Oregon City Charles Straight William Freeman Clackamas River

Hens Lay Blimp Shaped Eggs After Sky Gazing

London May 21. John Siby an English farmer says aerial forces inspire his hens to lay blimp shaped eggs. He denies his hens were egg shell shocked during the war and says the Mimps passing over his farm causes the eggs to resemble the big oval airships.

London John Siby

Chief Justice White Laid To Rest In Washington

In Washington on May 21 the body of Edward Douglass White, late chief justice, was laid to rest at St Matthew's with President Harding, cabinet members, and lawmakers in attendance. Honorary pallbearers included the eight remaining Supreme Court justices. Interment followed at Oak Hill with relatives and associates present.

Washington Edward Douglass White United States Supreme Court Harding Army Navy Congress St. Matthew's Startet Thomas E Lee Marding Wilson Taft Oakhillery

Tourist fund near raised boosts Pacific Northwest appeal

A business leader driven drive reported Saturday shows strong support for the Pacific Northwest Tourist fund. If momentum continues, the committee expects the full amount soon to finance ads promoting Beattie and the region to attract visitors and potential new residents.

Pacific Northwest Beattie

Funeral services for Mrs. Wilma McKinnon set for Sunday

Funeral services for University district resident Mrs. Wilma McKinnon will be held at 3 o clock Sunday afternoon in the University Undertaking Company's parlors.

Wilma McKinnon University University Undertaking Company

It is like a new man at seventy for Linquist

Chas N Linquist of Seattle reports remarkable weight gain and health regain after taking Taniac. He describes long standing appetite loss stomach trouble asthma and sleepless nights followed by renewed appetite no indigestion and restful sleep after a few bottles. Taniac sold by Bartell Drug Stores and leading druggists.

Taniac Chas. N. Linquist Vine St Seattle Wash Bartell Drug Stores

Seattle Men Named on Regatta Board

Eight Seattle men have been selected for the regatta board for the John G. Beal regatta to be held on the Columbia River in connection with the Rose festival. Local names include Commodore Jamen Griffiths of the Beattie Yacht club, Ted Geary, H. Baater, C. H. Chandler, Gilbert M. Skinner, Daniel L. Pratt, and Commodore FE. Olson of the Queen City Yacht club.

Seattle John G. Beal Portland Columbia River Commodore Jamen Griffiths Beattie Yacht Club Ted Geary H. Baater C. H. Chandler Gilbert M. Skinner Daniel L. Pratt Commodore FE. 8. Olson Queen City Yacht Club

Redraft Proposed Garbage Ordinance Advances After Talks

The city finance and public committees met Friday to discuss a bill cutting food refuse from restaurants and private individuals. Heated debate is expected as the measure returns for a joint committee meeting next Friday.

Ecity Finance and Public Committees Con Restaur Mittees

Senator Rickham Confirmed as Assistant Commissioner

Land Commissioner Washington reports that the Senate confirmed George W. Rickham of Los Angeles as assistant commissioner of the General Land Office. The confirmation occurred yesterday, reflecting political support for his appointment.

Washington Senate George W. Rickham Los Angeles General Land Offices

Funeral Services for William R. Andrews Held in San Diego

Funeral services for William R. Andrews aged 74, a pioneer resident of the city, were held Thursday in San Diego where he died Tuesday. He came to Seattle in 1861 but moved to San Diego in 1896 and was an attorney.

William R. Andrews San Diego Seattle

Murphy's Jail Escape Attempt Foiled in Spokane

Spokane report says John Murphy, under sentence to the penitentiary, attempted to break out of the county jail but was frustrated in his bid. The effort failed and no escape occurred.

Spokane John Murphy

Funeral services for Henry Vincent Hill

Funeral services for Henry Vincent Hill planet resident will be held at St Mary's Church on Monday morning.

Henry Vincent Hill Planetr St. Mary's Church

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