Coal Supply Seized By U S For Possible Strike
Denver reports the railroad administration seized all lignite coal in transit in Colorado and slated northern Colorado coal for railway use this week under Hale Holden orders. In Indianapolis the United Mine Workers executive board maintained the strike order and met in executive session to decide on responses and future actions.
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Denver
Colo
United Press
Railroad Administration
Colorado
Hale Holden
Indianapolis
Ind
United Preas
United Mine Workers of America
Con
Critique of Modern University Life and Materialism
A sharp protest against university life as effete and detached from harsh reality. The author condemns debt, conspicuous consumption, and class parades while praising frugality, trustworthiness, and prudent spending as the true foundation of national strength. The piece contrasts old-fashioned thrift with flashy spending before war overtime had ended.
Senators Plan For Protection In Senate Debate
Washington, Oct. 29 United Press Senators consider Thomas resolution to authorize troops at civilian pay to keep open all communication and transportation during labor troubles. The measure aims to warn labor and capital that the government will act to preserve public interest.
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Washington
United Presas
Senate
Thomas
Rent Hog Fight Resumed Today
The Tenants Protective Association and many tenants are set to appear before the city council as it resumes consideration of the anti rent hog ordinance. Seattle Real Estate Association members condemned the measure and plan to attend to oppose it. G Clinton Bennett said rent profiteering rests with lease speculators and new housing would bring competition for tenants.
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Tenants’ Protective Association
Seattle Real Estate Association
G. Clinton Bennett
Chamber Panel backs simpler housing measure
The Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Club housing committee told Mayor Fitzgerald it opposes the anti trust housing ordinance as too complex and hindering growth, while expressing support for a straightforward ordinance to curb apartment leasing abuses. Ray mond R. Frazier and H. S. Turner offered cooperation in drafting a concise bill.
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Hng
Special Housing Committee
Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Club
Fitzgerald
Raymond R. Frazier
H. 8. Turner
Life Insurance May Be Revised by Youth Glands
New York Oct 29 United Press reports that interstitial gland operation could extend human life prompting major life insurance firms to consider revising annuity rates. Underwriters say they are interested but not declaring the discovery established and foresee years before results are known.
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New York
United Press
Innocent Plea Amid Courtroom Breakdown in Ontario Case
James M. Smith, 44, a Canadian veteran, sobbed on the witness stand declaring he is not guilty for the shooting deaths of his wife and her mother. He said shell shock affected his memory and that he later took his own life by shooting himself. The defense argued temporary insanity and memory loss, while the prosecutor challenged his claims and questioned alibis and prior conduct. The testimony continued as the crowded courtroom awaited further cross examination.
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James M. Smith
Irwis Bogue
Helen
Thomas McMahon
Hudson St
Smith
John D. Carmody
McMahon
Carmody
Pretty Seattle Girl Wins War Decoration
Mrs Muriel Window Keane of Seattle was made honorary commander by the Canadian government on arrival aboard the Sonoma from Sydney after entertaining 51000 Canadian soldiers on the troop ship Cranston. She danced for troops during the war and later appeared on the Orpheum circuit.
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San Francisco
Muriel Window Keane
Seattle
Cranston
Goveeanne
Sonoma
Sydney
Keane
Muriel Window
Kate Window
East Pikest
Orpheum
Miss Window
F. N. Hornbrook
Windows
12Th
Madison
Congress Approves Prohibition Enforcement Funding Measure
Congress today approved funds to carry out the prohibition enforcement act which became law after the president vetoed it yesterday.
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Washington
Congress
Clemmer Tickets Offer Classified Convenience
The notice promotes buying tickets to Clemmer via the classified page. It emphasizes ease and invites readers to use the Star Classified Way for details and purchase.
Falling Pole Fatal to City Employee
Joseph Bates, 56, a street department worker since 1898, died in city hospital after a 40 foot pole toppled at 86th and Nob Hill Ave. He suffered seven broken ribs and extensive injuries, living 45 minutes after the accident. He was married and resided at 1137 W. Seventh Street. Chicago, Oct 29. Mme Erminie Schumann-Heinkigs resting, not ill, per home statement. She canceled engagements due to throat nearing illness amid colder northern climate.
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Joseph Bates
86Th and
Nob Hill Ave
W. Bistst
Chicago
Mme
Ernestine Schumann-Heinkigs
Miners Trapped as Mine Fire Threatens Lives
In Amsterdam, Ohio, Mine No 2 of the Youghingheny & Ok Coal Co. is engulfed by fire. About 0 miners are believed trapped. officials fear a total loss of life as efforts continue with no headway by 1 oclock. Some workers escaped via the air shaft after discovery at 10 oclock.
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Canton
Ohio
Youghingheny & Ok
Coal Company
Amsterdam
Asso
City council proposes alien business ban ordinance
A city council ordinance aims to bar non residents from obtaining licenses after January 21 1921. Councilmen Drake Hesket h Carroll prepared the measure and anticipate strong opposition and backing from other aliens anxious to block the plan.
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A. T. Drake
Robert Hesketh
John E. Carroll
Ses
Policeman Hill Accuses Woman of Speeding in Odd Case
Policeman ER J Hill says he was mad as a hatter while pursuing Al Cumble for speeding 30 mph on Whatcomare Sunday night. Cumble was ordered to court Tuesday but did not appear. Ruth Hicks 17 presented a card claiming speeding on Whatcom are. Hill says the card was the one he gave Cumble with the name erased and Hicks's name written in.
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ER. J. Hill
al Cumble
Ford
Hill
Cumble
Whatcomare
Ruth Hicks
Whatcom Are
Miss Hicks
Building Materials Restrictions Lifted Across Chicago Area
Regional Director R. H. Aishton announced removal of restrictions on shipments of building materials. The move aims to resume construction in Chicago and other cities, easing coal diversion pressures that had slowed urban building projects.
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Chicago
United Pre
R. H. Aishton Day
Chi
Health Warning for Influenza Prevention in Seattle
The message urges readers to guard health with precautions during the influenza season. It notes Seattle has few cases while others fare worse, and advises sneezing into a handkerchief, coughing etiquette, consulting a physician at early cold signs, ventilating sleeping rooms, and avoiding public expectoration.
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Seattle
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