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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Nov 10, 1921

Page

8

One Dead and One Dying After Auto Crash

A crash near Prospect Street at midnight left A Barber and C M Carbaugh seriously injured. Barber of 2324 Ave and Carbaugh of 825 Sev Rye were taken to the city hospital. The coroner reports both men are Missouri natives. the driver lost control on a sharp curve and the auto struck a telephone pole. Barber suffered a fractured skull and other injuries. Carbaugh is fatally hurt or dying.

A. Barber Ave. Is C. M. Carbaugh Sev- Rye Prospect St Missouri

Man's Body Found In Puget Sound Off Duwamish

Unidentified elderly man found this morning by steamer crew in Puget Sound near Duwamish, embedded in overalls and a brown coat. Deputy Coroner suspects it may be a suicide victim from the steamer Indianapolis, which departed October 31. Body turned over to police for identification.

Puget Duwamish

Port Commission adopts retrenchment plan at stormy meeting

Port officials move to reorganize executive staff into three departments and abolish offices of purchasing agent and clerk after a heated session. H. C. Whiting resigns, W. C. Pendleton also departs, while George F. Nicholson faces criticism for budget overruns. Dr. E. B. Christensen announces port wide economy policy and auditing oversight increases.

Port Commission B. Lapping H. C. Whiting W.C. Pendleton Ac Whiting St. Wilson Lincoln Wilson B. C George F. Nicholson E. B. Christensen

Child Slaying Probe in Lewis County Juvenile Case

Mrs Williams, a Lewis County probation officer, arrived in Randle to investigate the environment of young Herbert Coleman, alleged killer of 9 year old Lynn Peters. She will report findings to Judge W Reynolds at Chehalis and aid testimony in a juvenile court hearing held ten days earlier.

Randle Wash Williams Lewis County Herbert Coleman Lynn Peters W. Reynolds Che Reynolds

Tax stamp reminder from county auditor warns dealers

County Auditor D E Ferguson cautions real dealers and others to affix proper stamps on deeds and conveyances under war income tax law, noting lax compliance as a common issue.

D. E. Ferguson

Depositors’ Claim Denied in Scandinavian Bank Case

In superior court the protest by depositors against the settlement plan shows only 14241.74 in accounts versus the claimed 100000. Ralph Stacy, president of the defunct Scandinavian American Bank, confirms the figures. Depositors are said to reside near Index Fossil Ore Oscar Kelsay, former Wheeler County sheriff, got 15 years for misappropriating 19974 county funds while in office and was paroled.

Stacy Superior Court Ralph Stacy Index Fossil Ore Oscar Kelsay Wheeler County

Cordell Hull Named DNC Chairman After George White

Big Joe Cordell Hull former Tennessee congressman succeeds George White as chairman of the Democratic National Committee He will lead the party in next years congressional fights.

Cordell Hull Tennessee George White Democratic National Committee

Jewel Thieves Smash Window at Cassatt Jewelry

Burglars smashed the plate glass show window of Thomas J. Cassatt Jewelry at 1308 Third Ave and escaped with watches and chains valued at $700. A patrolman saw an auto depart the scene and police suspect the robbers fled cityward. Gold watches, a diamond ring, pearl rings, and a signet ring were also taken from nearby homes during the same incidents.

Thomas J. Cassatt Third Ave Cassatt G C. Jensen Joe Pox Fort Lawton Len J. Gromet Ave

Politics Will Play Part at Arms Meet

A dispatch from Washington outlines how the disarmament conference will reflect domestic political struggles. Britain forms a coalition government facing bolts from factions, France’s Briand seeks to balance Britain and America, Italy demands prestige and pacific policy, Japan faces peace versus militarism, and China contends with internal rebellion and foreign concessions.

Ashington Great Britain France Briand Clemenceau Job America Germany Italy Orlando Versailles Japan Pacific Orient China

Judge Dykeman Seeks Sanity Investigator for County

King County Superior Judge Dykeman urged hiring a special investigator to handle insanity cases to save time and money. He cited an old man once found wandering, later discovered to have funds and a home, whose case could have been clarified without extensive alienist costs. He noted two to three insanity hearings weekly could be cut, with potential county savings and self-sustaining operation.

King County King Dykeman G. A. BR Orting Dykeman

Mayor and Council Invited to Ravenna Transportation Meeting

Mayor Hugh M Caldwell and all city council members are asked to attend a Wednesday night meeting in Ravenna hosted by the Ravenna Transportation Association. W Bundy, president, says the district seeks understanding and a municipally owned bus line rather than opposition.

Hugh M. Caldwell Ravenna Ravenna Transportation Association W. Bundy Eetty

Woman Hurls Brick At Enmity Near Doria Apartments

In a late night assault at Sixth Ave and Cherry St, an unidentified woman threw a brick through a window aimed at Mrs. A. Slater. She fled in a taxi as police launched a city wide search, witnesses say the assailant jumped from the curb and fired near Slater before escaping. Police speculate intoxication or drug use.

Doria Apartments Sixth Ave Cherry St A. Slater

Seattle Girl Sets Typewriter Speed Record

Ming Alice BE. Paar an 18 year old from 6271 44th at Beattie broke the world speed and accuracy record in a typewriting test held this week on the Pacific Coast. She achieved 75 2 10 words per minute for 20 minutes with no errors and earned the first silver medal for speed and accuracy on the coast.

Beattie Pacific Coast

Dope Addicts Move From City Says Hans Damm

Excerpt reports narcotic addicts departing Beatle to Tacoma under Hans Damm assertion. Police say city has fewer dope addicts than in months, with 95 percent of petty crimes attributed to them and six month jail terms used to keep them off streets through winter.

Beatle Tacoma Po Hce Damm Camm

Father and Son Banquets Held at Local Venues

Father and Son banquets occurred at Franklin High School and Woodland Park Presbyterian Church. Similar events were held Thursday night at Bike Hall and Bagless Hall in Ballard after Wednesday night gatherings.

Franklin High School Woodland Park Presbyterian Church Ballard

Launch Seized Over $12 Debt in Seattle

The U S marshal in Seattle attached the small launch Deceiver I for $12 to settle a debt. The filing was described as the smallest attachment ever processed.

U. S. Marshal’s Office Seattle

30 Jitneys Run Despite Court Ruling

Despite a Supreme Court decision upholding Seattle's ban on jitneys, over 30 motor buses continued operating on the Cowen Park route. The Bound Jitney Co. holds a state permit and is shielded by a temporary injunction from Judge O W Drinker. City and state officials contest jitney authority within Seattle limits, with a court hearing set for next Monday.

United States Supreme Court Seattle Cowen Park Bound Jitney Co State Department of Public Works O. W. Drinker Brinker

Dr. Magee to Talk at Realtors' Lunch

Rev J Ralph Magee will speak on The Ethics of the Real Hatate Profession at a Beattie Real Estate Association luncheon to be held in the Smith building restaurant Thursday in Orlando Lena M Clark former Palm Beach postmistress charged with murder of Fred A Miltimore local restaurant owner

Dr. Magee Real Hatate J. Ralph Magee Beattie Real Estate Association Smith Bidg. Resaurant Orlando, Fla Lena M. Clark Palm Beach Postmistrees Fred A. Miltimore

Landru trial opens with worn appearance

In Versailles France on November 10 the trial of Landru for the alleged murder of ten women and a boy resumed. The defendant appeared haggard and subdued after clashes with prosecutors and a witness recounting a fiancée whose throat was slashed.

Versailles France Landru Mme. Cuchet Don Juan

Campaign Against Meat Profiteers

Washington officials say the Agriculture Department will soon launch a campaign to reduce retail meat prices. A new survey shows nationwide meat costs are collectively higher than before, with much of the rise going to retail dealers as profit.

Washington Department of Agriculture

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Big Joe Judge Dykeman BON March Bargain Normandy Bolivia Seattle Girl Ming Alice BE. Paar Hans Damm Bluebeard Triam Murder BY Webb Miller Campaign Against Bon Marche Cotton Union Ecru Goodyear Billie Burke Hiry Mr. mm Tuion
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