30 Oct 1919
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1919
Page
1
A writer laments a persistent troublemaker scaring children on their way to school. The piece reflects on lost innocence and growing cynicism as kids face “the taint of the wastrels” in every hood and questions how to shield them while acknowledging harsh reality.
An excerpt discusses preference for white merchants over Japanese shops, condemns working hours and lack of rest in Japanese businesses, and praises American labor ideals. It then shifts to local nature scenes around Green Lake and Lake Washington, describing wildfowl and nearby wildlife near the town, with speculation about forests and wildlife near the Sound.
The Seattle council delayed action on an anti rent hog ordinance as tenants and landlords packed the chamber. A Saturday conference will be held with the housing committee of the Chamber of Commerce and Realty Association and Tenant Protective League to draft a new measure aimed at lease speculators rather than landlords. Councilman William Hickman Moore urged fair hearing as protests erupted from both sides during the three hour session.
In the Youghiogheny No 2 mine near Amsterdam 22 miners were believed trapped after a cave in at the burned shaft area. 155 men were underground. 135 escaped through an abandoned entry with 20 known survivors including Ben Delibra who credits a mule for saving him. Rescuers were within 50 feet of the trapped group when another cave in hindered efforts.
The passage condemns heavy industrial pollution replacing clean air with soot and smoke. It laments modern urbanization, noting how air quality affects health and happiness and how Mother Earth is displaced by asphalt and brick.
Public health guidance urges consulting a reputable physician at first sign of a cold. Keep sleeping rooms well ventilated and avoid expectoration in public places to guard against a reappearance of the flu.
Canadian war veteran James M. Smith was found guilty of second degree murder by a jury in Judge John S. Jurey’s court at 6 30 a m. He faces a sentencing window the following Saturday. The jury deliberated eight hours and ten minutes, taking a meal break, and Smith wept when the verdict was read. The slain bride’s parents, Mr and Mrs Thomas McMahon, were not in court for the verdict. The full report continues on page eighteen.
Ella Wheeler Wilcox, noted author and poet, died at her home in Short Beach Connecticut after weeks of illness and a nervous collapse in England. She was born in 1855 in Town of Johnston Center Wisconsin and educated in Wisconsin.
Rudolph Oser of the Siiian apartments 914 E Harrison asks for police protection after threats by neighborhood youths against his garage. He acts as his own liaison officer and says he has enemy information predicting the garage will be first attacked. Police will be on hand.
Mayors from 30 Western cities gather in Sacramento led by Mayor Brown to discuss measures against rising living costs. The conference opened today as officials seek policy ideas to curb inflation and ease urban burdens.
Burglaries rang up a nickel and took seven dollars from the Standard Confectionery at 221 Pike Street early Thursday morning, police report.
Harold P. Levy seeks items for Halloween and urges readers to submit a rhyme this week. The notice emphasizes the classifieds as the fastest way to meet wants and mentions the phrase quickest way to satisfy your needs.
Charles G Heifner formerly a prominent county figure pled guilty to unlawful possession of liquor in a case tied to Judge Clay Allen and a county grand jury. Heifner faced a $100 fine and insisted his actions were not immoral, detailing compassionate motives and hospital cases as justification.
George M. Cohan Harrison Fisher and D. W. Griffith selected Miss Secker as the prize winner in the contest to name the most beautiful girl in the city. The judges called the task delightful and noted the event drew wide public interest.
Hearing on the Kennedy ordinance drew pushback from apartment house keepers and some tenants. Proponents say the bill targets speculative rents harming housing supply, with Chamber of Commerce and Seattle Realty Association backing the measure as needed to bring peace to the housing market.
Washington Oct 30 United Press. Railroad workers seeking higher pay expect a ruling within days. Director General Hines has the wage adjustment board report and plans to convene officials from the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen and the Order of Railroad Conductors for a conference before Monday.
W Schwartz owner at 611 Sixth Ave S reports two men crept into his room late at night and grabbed his throat awakening him. He prevented bodily harm but the thieves stole his coat and trousers. Two suspects fled, one leaving a black hat behind. hotel proprietor T Fujino confirms two men seen departing.
Indianapolis, Oct 30. The stage is set for a major industrial clash as 500000 bituminous coal miners of the United Mine Workers of America prepare to strike. Miners accuse President and cabinet of siding with mine operators and demand fair wages and living conditions. Lewis denounces Wilson and calls for joint negotiations on fair terms.
Colorado Governor Oliver H. Shoup orders about 1000 national guard troops to Colorado to protect miners who plan to work amid a coal strike threat. He also seeks a Saturday meeting with American Legion leaders to coordinate aid for war veterans and to repress violence while upholding workers rights. Coal prices rise $3 per ton at mines, raising retail fuel costs.
Cabinet meeting with Director Hines Administrator Garfield and Attorney General Palmer discusses possible presidential order to set fuel price, protect consumers, and manage coal distribution amid a miners strike. Federal troops may shield workers. Lever Act powers cited to ensure supply. Congress voices protest but defers to executive action.
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