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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1919
Page
20
A damaged 1920s style desolate column laments the possible loss of Yeomanettes due to an failed appropriation bill. It predicts July 1 as the day funds run out and discusses whether Congress will allow yeomen of skirted grades back into service. It notes the navy will not enlist women for afloat duty, limiting to land posts.
Cummins leads the Democratic National Committee on a nationwide tour to test sentiment on a third term for President Wilson. Pressure grows as leaders expect Wilson to declare his stance soon, with party figures ready to pivot toward a new nominee if he declines.
Walter Thorburn a noted figure in the case of State versus Thorburn was found guilty on charges of crim anarchy and pilfering from a restaurant waitress. The jury returned its verdict quickly deeming the evidence clear and incontrovertible.
M. Thierry reports that German propaganda taints American soldiers and French trade, splitting French opinion. He notes two classes of profiteers harming U S troops and praises French children and peasants for appreciating American aid, urging future generations to curb profiteering and keep Americans in France.
The trial featured Judge Johnson suspending the sentence for Thorburn, noting an unblemished past amid a mock proceeding. Juror Mrs. Hattie M. Brown led religious services, readings from St. John followed by phonograph hymns, and jurors took a two hour Sunday drive.
London reports the Boulton & Paul transatlantic flyer nearing automatic operation. Two machines depart for St Johns with 20 pilots and mechanics. Six tanks hold 800 gallons. full fuel allows rapid reserve use. In flight, wing tips lock, tail trimming reduces pivot effort, and a turn indicator aids steering. With two engines, the craft could complete the crossing in about 17 hours.
Many so called fireproof buildings have furnished indisputable proof of a fire, challenging assumptions about inherent safety and prompting review of construction standards and emergency responses.
A physician who refuses or delays patient care risks harming his temper and professional standing. The piece argues that patient access and empathetic conduct are essential to clinical effectiveness and trust.
Congress will be asked to provide a temporary regular army of 600000 men in the army appropriation bill to be passed before June 30 to provide for deficiencies. Secretary of War Baker said today. The department is not yet certain what the future military organization of the country should be.
London reports that Thomas Coats, head of J. & P. Coats, amassed an estate over 20 million pounds becoming Lord Glentanar. His death in Scotland triggered inheritance tax exceeding 44 million internal. Navy officials note high profits, linking to wartime shipboard duties. Lessening gender bias, no yeomanettes faced court martial for offenses, though some cases cited trivial dress issues.
The Star invites readers to submit funny anecdotes for a family laughter contest with prizes of 10 dollars for first place and 5 dollars for second. Excerpts from Edmund Vance Cooke’s life and letters reveal humor about meals, daily habits, and polite chaos in the Beattle household.
Traffic regulators in Seattle prep to present a new code to the city council with a proposed unanimous commission including Police Chief Warren, Bapt. Thomas F. Murphine, and Street Supt. Case to set and revoke permits for for hire autos and to establish terminals and loading stations. Police report several arrests for parking violations and reckless driving in Monday patrols.
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