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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1920
Page
3
In a tale set around a chief and his daughter Hu loima, a feared Medicine Man seeks to cure a sickness blamed on evil spirits. The ritual features painted rites, a dramatic dance, and repeated visits as the girl’s condition worsens with red spots appearing.
In a whimsical 1920 scene, Cobby answers a riddle on the outside of a rooster feather. The visitors praise him as the smartest boy, with Judge Crow and the school officials weighing in. The moment ends with applause and a noted copyright by N. E. A.
Peter Rabbit learns from Grandfather Frog that Mistah Mocking Bird has a remarkable voice that can imitate others. Peter seeks Buzzard for answers while Mocking Bird enjoys goodwill from meadow and forest residents after a night party.
A prominent Los Angeles minister submits a sensational film scenario titled The Gate of Heaven. He refuses to disclose his name, noting the work is more risqué than The Devil's Passkey and hints that married women may have the last word and the rest of the sentence.
Tacoma automiLe dealer William Wallace notes only four U S presidents have ridden in cars. He cites McKinley as the first with a horseleaf ride when there were 3,700 cars in the country. Today President Wilson is among more than 7,500,000 vehicles in use.
A home remedy claims to remove corns and callouses by painting Cactus Corn Compound on the affected area. The product supposedly stops pain quickly, dries, and causes corns to drop away. A small bottle costs only a few cents and is sold by druggists with a money back guarantee if not satisfied.
In Peking on October 9 officials report a grasshopper invasion destroying wheat and rice fields. The government offers large sums for proposals to exterminate the pest as farmers in various regions struggle to protect yields. A separate note mentions an intrusion at a local lawn provoking debate over origin.
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