02 Nov 1915
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1915
Page
1
A Seattle police swoop captures a ring leader tied to drug distribution as war veterans recount grim trench warfare scenes. The men describe brutal fighting, personal courage, and the high cost of battle in London and on the Western Front.
Nov 2 Villa’s main column halted east of Prieta after a failed assault on Agua Prieta. Carranzista mines slowed Villa fronts as Villistas attacked under heavy fire. Nine Americans wounded, including four from the Seventh Infantry, with US patrols awaiting Gen Funston’s arrival. Douglas kept indoors as schools and smelters closed amid the fighting.
Witness Lundin to testify about a missing letter said to show Loftin paid 20 dollars weekly to police as protection money. Prosecutors claim evidence was destroyed and that the letter's missing page could reveal ties between Loftin and grafters in the police department. Detective Bianchi opened the state case as Loftin’s arrest is reviewed in Judge Ronald's court.
Lausanne dispatches state German sailors in the Mediterranean have been ordered to blockade Greece. Berlin papers meanwhile report Greek forces fired on French troops retreating before Bulgarian units.
Vaudeville magnate Johnny Considine admits being broke in Superior Court while supporters predict another comeback. The tale contrasts his celebrated losses with enduring fighting spirit as he battles a 2,500 dollar judgment.
Authorities probing the disappearance of Mrs. John Ellis 40 wife of an Issaquah rancher. Her body was found in an abandoned well near Hobart showing injuries consistent with murder. Neighbors and deputies worked to establish where she traveled and how she was killed amid heavy rains and unclear tracks.
At a Washington municipal league luncheon the noon tax budget debate between Mayor Gill and Councilman Erickson was canceled. The program committee ruled it a misunderstanding and stated Gill would speak alone as plans to split time with Erickson were dropped.
Navy authorities report no trace of Edward Neff age 19, a Hoquiam high school student, whose body remains missing after he fell from the launch Silvia during a harbor pleasure cruise.
The store announces a big sale starting tomorrow on high grade jewelry, noting the holiday season angle and inviting readers to see page 7 for full price details.
Special agents seize morphine and cocaine tied to a Vancouver import ring that moved drugs through Seattle Blaine and other Northwest cities. Norman L. Upper, 641 N 68th st, is accused of supplying the trade via leading drug firms in Vancouver and selling to intermediaries. He is about 35 and has posed as a millman to justify trips to Canada.
Seattle readers will learn from Mrs Winifred Sackville Stoner on home training and natural education. The noted mother of Winifred Jr. will answer anxieties about schooling discipline exaggeration and taxation of minds. The Star will publish the first installment Friday.
A. J. Bolt, 27, registered at the Frye hotel Lore with San Francisco as his residence, shot himself in the head with a 32 caliber revolver. He asked for an ambulance, was found in a pool of blood, and was taken to the city hospital where he is expected to recover. A letter on him was addressed to Wm. R. Towne of the local assay office.
The Irving Parent-Teachers Association will hold a meeting on Wednesday November 3 in room 9 of Irving School. The session will feature a address by Mrs Anna Y Reed.
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