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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1919

Page

6

Deputies seize moonshine still in woods near Snoqualmie

Deputies raided a swampy area near Snoqualmie on Monday capturing Nick Makeus and seizing shotguns rifles a copper still 1800 pounds of mash and 204 gallons of whisky. Deputy Geret knocked Makeus unconscious after a struggle over a rifle as the still and liquor were destroyed.

Snow Qualmie Nick Makeus Depu Julius von Gerst Marl W. D. Downey Makeus Geret Jalil

Italian envoy dies in East Washington

Count V. Macchi di Cellere ambassador to the United States died at a Washington hospital after an operation failed. Surgeons could not save his life as convulsions followed a large stomach issue prior to surgery. State officials planned funeral arrangements.

Count V. Macchi di Cellere Washington V. Macchi di Cellere Ines Count di Cellere

Chinese Waiter Wong In Milwaukee Hospital After Suicide Attempt

Wong a Chinese waiter living at a Milwaukee hotel was found in an apparent self harm attempt Tuesday morning. He is hospitalized and the chances for recovery are described as good. Police have no information on the motive at this time.

Wong Liv Milwaukee Lyons

Moonshiner Guilty Pleads in Federal Court

Moonshiner pleaded guilty in federal court on Monday. He received 30 days in King County jail and a fine of Gust Campanos. Charged with violation of the Reed amendment, the offender faced a removal order.

Legal Aid for Legion Men Appointed by Post No. 1

The Elmer J. Noble Post No. 1 American Legion voted to form a legal aid committee for exservice men entangled in legal issues. Hugh M. Caldwell named chairman, with F. J. Wett rich and Malcolm Douglas as members. The post also set a 60 cent fine for members who fail to register to vote. Beginning in November the post will reduce meetings to two per month, though an extra meeting is planned for next Monday.

Elmer J. Noble American Legion Veterans’ Hall Armory Hugh M. Caldwell F. J. Wettrich Malcolm Douglas

Aerial Mail to Coast Backed by Post Official

Otto Praeger, second assistant postmaster general, told the American Flying club that transcontinental air racing proves extending aerial mail to the Pacific coast is feasible. He urged Congress backing Kahn’s bill to reach San Francisco by next spring with stops at New York Cleveland Chicago Omaha Salt Lake City Carson City and San Francisco. He noted potential emergency fields at Bellefonte Pa Bryan Des Moines Cheyenne and Battle Mountain Nev.

New York Pacific Coast Otto Praeger Praeger American Flying Club San Francisco Congress Congressman Kahn Cleveland Chicago Omaha Salt Lake City Carson City Bellefonte Bryan Des Moines Cheyenne Battle Mountain Nev

Rob Grocery Clerk Held Up Near Home

Joseph Behar a grocery clerk living at 824 Broadway was robbed on the steps of his home late Monday night. Two men in a car halted him one displayed a revolver and searched him taking his entire $22.

Rob Joseph Behar Broadway Howse

Elks Campaign Closes but Support Still Possible

After two weeks of strenuous drive more than 400 volunteers helped wind up the Salvation Army campaign under the Elks lodge. The campaign office in the Collina building faced a flood of last minute donations as the drive ended and books were to close by Wednesday. The chairman said a few late Seattle supporters could still contribute before headquarters shut in coming days.

Salvation Army Elks’ Lodge The Elk Salvation Army Campaign Committees Collina Melreen W. H. Klepper Klepper

Thanking W H Klepper Elks Salvation Army Fund

A donor contemplates a contribution to the Salvation Army for Seattle projects sponsoring a working girls home a working man s hotel and headquarters building. The message is signed by the contributor and includes an address.

Salvation Army Seattle

Thinks Japan Will Go Dry Imitating U S

From Japan, Dr. D. M. Gandier reports that Japanese leaders expect a dry era following the United States. He says businessmen in Japan question the wisdom of drink prohibition and anticipate a shift for economic reasons, not moral ones.

Japan San Francisco United States D. M. Gandier California Gandier Rewuke

Cardinal Mercier Welcomed by Chicago Crowds

Cardinal Mercier of Belgium arrived in Chicago and was greeted by thousands along a route from Milnoia Central depot to Archbishop Mundelein's residence. Belgian costumed girls scattered flowers as his motorcade passed private Loyola and Chicago universities planned to confer honorary honors.

Chicago Cardinal Mercier Belgium Milnoia Central Mundelein Ccardinal Loyola Chicago Universition

Rev Murphy to Address Knights of Columbus at Clubhouse

Rev. Timothy L. Murphy S J president of Santa Clara University will address Knights of Columbus members at their clubhouse Tuesday evening.

Timothy L. Murphy S. J Santa Clara University Santa Clara Cal Church of the Immaculate Conception Knights of Columbus

Alaska Rail Bill Now Becomes Law

President Wilson failed to act within the ten day limit, making the Alaska railroad appropriation of 11 million dollars law. It marks the first instance of a bill becoming law under that timing due to the president’s illness.

Alaska Washington Wilson

Sales Division to Dispose of Hulls and Ships

The Emergency Feet Corporation assigns all hull and ship sales to the Supply and Miles Division, transferring oversight from the Construction Division. The move comes amid a steel strike with 250,000 workers, prompting the A F of L to pay 1.5 million dollars weekly in strike benefits. Raphael's Panshanger Madonna fetched 700000 dollars in 1914, valued at 1750 dollars per square inch for an American buyer.

Supply and Miles Emergency Feet Corporation Shipping Board Raphael

Treaty Action Soon to Come

Washington notes the senate shifts from the peace treaty to the urgent deficiency bill carrying 42 million dollars. President Wilson is informed of the treaty situation and other matters such as the threatened miners strike and industrial conference deadlock through reports to Secretary Tumulty.

Washington Senate United Press Wilson Hitchcock White House Tumulty

Senate panel drafts reservations to peace treaty ratification

The senate foreign relations committee drafted reservations to the peace treaty as part of the ratification resolution. Action on the pact should move swiftly after formal reading, with Johnson and Moses amendments under review and Republicans largely unified on reservations including the Shantung issue.

Washington Senate Foreign Relations Committee Senate United States China Japan Shantung Dominions League Congress Ita

Bolsheviks Retreat as Allies Gain Ground near Petrograd

British war office confirms capture of Gatchina and Krasnoe Selo southwest of Petrograd. Cavalry detachments sever communications with the interior while Gen Yudenitch’s forces seize Pulkovo hill observatory. Bolsheviks rush ammunition guns and food into the besieged city.

London United Press Petrograd British War Office Gatchina Krasnoe Selo Helsing Yudenitch Pulkovo Hill Copenhagen Tearkoe Belo

President Wilson Improves. Sleep Still Restless

Washington October 21 United Press reports President Wilson did not sleep well last night but his condition improved by morning. Doctors said his prostatic condition remains unchanged and blood tests show kidneys functioning normally. The bulletin was signed by Drs Grayson Ruffin and Stitt.

Washington United Press Wilson Dru Grayson Ruffin Stitt

Energy Gland Transplants Dramatize Immortality Quest

Paris physicians advocate municipal cold storage to preserve interstitial glands from injured or dead to renew youth. Voronoff envisions hospitals extracting glands for later transfer. In San Quentin Dr. Stanley and Kelker transplant glands from executed to prisoners, crediting Dr. Lydston and claiming no originality.

Paris Serge Vorgnoff Voronoff San Quentin Cal Leo L. Stanley United Preas Today Serge Voronoff A. Frank Lydston Chicago Stanley David Kelker Lydston

Women and Children Stockings and Outerwear Ad

Ribbed bodice and heavier weaves with lace stitch rip details. Slip-on styles in bright colors and dark shades. Brushed Wool Scarfs and Tams with pompons. Stockings priced 40c a pair or 6 for $2.25. 1,000 pairs in cottons lisles and silks in black brown white and gray sizes 8 14 to 10.

Chinchilla Silvertone Zibeline

Correct Corsets Give a Most Trim Appearance

Dame Fashion advises that proper corsets create a smarter appearance and complete gowns. The Bon Marche corset service shop offers private fitting rooms and experienced fitters to ensure the right corset, located on the second floor.

Dame Fashion

Outing Flannel 15 For Night Gowns and Children Wear

Advertises make your own night gowns and children’s wear from warm outing flannel. Solid pink and blue 25 inches wide soft quality priced 15 cents per yard. FABRIC FLOOR THIRD.

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