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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1920
Page
15
Reports from Colorado say 2,500 miners in the northern coal district quit work overnight and posted around plants to deter replacement crews. Governor Shoup orders Colonel Patrick to mobilize state militia if rangers and deputies can manage the zone. The strike follows a conference over a working agreement with United Mine Workers.
Premier Lloyd George will announce a settlement of the British coal strike in the House of Commons this afternoon. Miners’ executives said the government has reached an agreement and it will be submitted to a nationwide referee for approval.
An overflow audience heard P. Christensen, third party presidential candidate, critique the current parties as corrupt and impotent. C. Coates, former Labor Party state chairman, presided while Robert Bridges led the program in a noon meeting setting.
On October 28 in News Virginia a mob attacked Isadore Cohen after his car hit a young Black child. Three Black men died in encounters with police as the mob sought to lynch Cohen, saved briefly by Rev. R Green who held the mob so Cohen could flee. Cohen remained jailed without bond.
Prohibition commissioner said Major Dalrymple has not resigned from the Lake States position. The agent left for Chicago, and officials dispute reports that he intends to leave the service, with Kramer stating Dalrymple denies quitting.
A Bible conference at First Presbyterian will end Sunday night after sessions through Thursday. There will be no session Saturday except a prayer meeting.
W. W. Black and Hugh C. democratic candidates for governor and county offices were scheduled to speak at a meeting at Eagles hall Sunday night. The event was billed as a major Democratic gathering.
Congressman John Miller will address a dinner at Carpenters' Hall hosted by a women’s group of the GAR on Thursday evening. The event aims to discuss civic issues and community needs.
Article outlines centuries of conflict between Ireland and England centered on land ownership and religion. It cites invasions, land confiscations, Catholic suppression, and various uprisings from 1172 through the 1916 Dublin Rising, arguing Irish opposition to union with Britain persists despite reforms.
John Foley of Foley Umbrella Shop recalls being classmates with Terence MacSwiney in Cork, Ireland, twenty years earlier. He describes MacSwiney as studious, gentle, and respected, noting his hunger strike and commitment to Ireland’s cause though differing on its methods.
H. J. Aronson, owner of 215 Belmont Ave N, which was bombed early this week, says police theory that an I W W resident of the adjoining house a year ago caused the explosion is absurd. He spoke Thursday and dismissed the accusation as unfounded.
More than 600 tons of soy bean cake shipped here for cattle and poultry feed were ordered destroyed by the state department of agriculture after inspectors found heavy mold contamination. The action was taken Wednesday as a public health precaution.
Chief of Malice Searing ordered on Wednesday the appointment of Lieut. Fred A. Ribbach as property clerk and the transfer of Lieut. Dennia J. Drew from the same office, a post she has held since July 22, 1909, to duty as a desk lieutenant.
Adolph H. Matzen, 41, arrested as he was about to step on stage and held on $6,000 bail after federal investigators tie him to a spree of death threat letters sent to Tacoma families and prominent business figures over the past 10 months. handwriting experts link Matzen to the notes signed Murderer and Shipyard Worker. Matzen denies the letters and threatens punishment for his arrest.
Louise L. Peete spoke from jail on her first morning behind bars declaring she is perfectly happy. She was indicted and arraigned on charges she murdered mining magnate Jaces C. Denton for his money and buried his body in the basement of his home, where it was found months later.
Chicago dispatch reports a price increase for haircuts to 1.35 and shaves to 0.36 starting January 1. About 2 700 barbers plan to greet customers with the new pricing and explain higher towel and tonic costs. Some barbers oppose the raise fearing more men will self shave.
Gov Hart will meet the women of the King County Republican club at the Central building headquarters Thursday afternoon. Aimed at outreach and party unity the event underscores local GOP engagement with female supporters.
A fire in the John Bilott real estate office at 32nd Ave was extinguished by KR Smith of 9118 B Cherry. Papers and coal were found near the building and police suspect a local fire bug or a fire tug may be involved. The report mentions a prior claim about King Henry II of France having 2000 dogs.
A report notes a man visited Mrs. PF Dunn’s home, tampered with a gas range and demanded $4.50. When refused, a neighbor tenant paid him. The item reflects local crime and political reaction after an election.
Historical notes recount King Augustus III of Poland owning about 1500 wigs used for courtly appearances and ceremonial events, illustrating the era’s grooming customs and display of royal rank.
The listing details numerous corsets priced from 3.95 to 14.45, with sizes ranging from 20 to 32 for women and girls’ gowns, middy dresses, drawers, gowns, sweaters, bloomers, and skirts. Brands include Warner’s Marvene Bien Jolie and MacDougall-Southwick Third Fleet Girls' Apparel inventory on the third floor.
A dense sale advertisement from MacDougall Southwick on the Fifth Floor lists women's apparel and linens. Items include robes, gowns, brassières, bedspreads, blankets, and muslin gowns with prices and sizes, spanning pink, blue, white, and patterned fabrics. The ad notes multiple items from the Gray Linen Shop and emphasizes stamped embroidery and serviceable qualities.
A street floor display lists white elastic Sanitary Belts small size 35c each 8 packs. 2 for 25c black leather Stocking Knee Protectors. 7 Whisk Brooms 35c each. Emblem Sets yellow silk 25c embroidered 35c. 21 dozen Ball Buttons gunmetal small size 3 for 25c. Fiffy pants Kleinert’s small size 25c pair. Twisted Tape American Maid white 4% and 44-inch bolts six yards each six for 25c. Knitting Cotton white Dexter No. 20 four for 25c. Crochet Cotton Coats white Nos 3 25 40 60 Delft blue No 50 pink No 20 lavender No 20 light blue No 30 four for 25c. MacDougall Southwick Street Floor.
Half price on assorted silk ribbons including 25 moire hair bow widths 4 to 6 inches and lengths 1 1/4 yards, 15 satin tied bows 14 yards, 50 narrow novelty ribbons 14 to 14 inches wide with picot edge, plus 60 wash ribbons in brocade and plain.
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