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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1919
Page
14
London authorities report the loss of about $400,000 in diamonds moving from London to Colombo. A gang on steamships is exploiting mail storage in a single compartment and the lack of mail safeguards as war-time precautions wane. Police suspect a well-organized theft, with registered mail facilities compromised during transit.
London, Nov 18. Dr J B Ow l ens, government meteorologist, has perfected a device to weigh the solid content of fog. Tons of matter are deposited from fogs, and a thick London mist contains a high percentage of dust largely sulphurous. Cigarmakers in Tampa refuse to work unless a man is appointed to read to them. The work, they say, is too monotonous.
Berlin reports a German prince Nikolas Maklakoff of Golitzin is detained in Frankfurt facing swindling charges. The scandal reflects a fall in aristocratic standing as police clash with highborn youths.
The fresh water pearl products, first exploited in 1891, have grown to an annual value of 9 million dollars in the United States.
In Washington on November 18 Senator Borah progressive Republican leader urged a court of industry to gather and publish dispute facts for all parties. He argued such a body would inform the public, deter unjust demands, and help settle strikes like the coal wage case through informed opinions and transparent data.
The National of Brussels reports cats and mice fell to hunger during the war. With food improving, mice are abundant while cats remain scarce and valued at high prices. The appeal asks for kittens and cats from allied nations to help restore balance.
Paris reports the ministry of finance approving a 10 million franc nickel currency issue due to coin shortages and franc devaluation. The Melting of coins has destroyed much currency as silver content exceeds face value of a franc.
London reports that of 45 battleships scuttled by German crews at Scapa Flow, one battleship three light cruisers and 15 destroyers have been salved.
There's a strong pitch for Monarch ranges as superior for hospitality season. The copy urges readers to upgrade now, trade in old stoves as part payment, and promises efficient, satisfactory performance compared to other ranges.
Short lengths of drapery remnants, three to seven yards, offer one third off. Cretonnes boast over 300 patterns with one to ten yards per kind, gift worthy at 25 to 5 cents per yard. Sunfast Madras in multiple colors and widths, 35 cents to 2.75 a yard, all at one third off. Aimed at quick clearance with many other short lengths included.
A selection from 2,000 yards offered at regular values with cretonnes on sale Wednesday. Choose entire lot at 55 cents per yard.
Harold Ek Bechtol European Manager reports in Warsaw on Nov 18 that newly freed eastern towns like Wilno and Bielostok see crowds of half starved people outside hotels begging for food. Officials strive to organize relief as government faces blame for distribution failures amid profiteering and transport gaps.
A note lists Boldt's Uptown at 2nd Street and 1414 Saves Downtown on 915 2d Ave as local dining options. The casual guide highlights nearby eateries in a compact streetside listing.
An advertisement urges readers to rub out rheumatic pain with St Jacobs Liniment. It claims most cases need no internal treatment and promises instant relief when applied to the tender spot. The ad touts a long history and suitability for sciatica neuralgia lumbago backache sprains and swellings.
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