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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1919
Page
9
The notice claims liberal credit lets buyers purchase items now and argues savings on fuel will cover payments. It emphasizes quick access to goods and ongoing consumer incentives without detailing terms or dates.
McCue of Ottumwa Iowa seeks news of Frederick McCue who left home years ago in Seattle. The family asks for word. Pierrott has just opened the first house for negroes.
A dubious ad claims a new method to remove hair roots without destroying follicles. It promises easy, complete depilation using an odorless, non irritant agent and urges readers to ask their druggist for the product.
President Joseph P Hayes addressed the annual convention in Denver outlining compulsory arbitration and no strike principles for Western Union employees. Delegates plan a cooperative association to settle wages and working conditions by a board of arbiters with pension discussions prominent after their union defeat.
President Wilson begins a cross country tour with a motorized press entourage and a full security detail. A pilot locomotive will precede the train and special stops are planned including Columbus and Pittsburgh with a round table conference and Pershing’s rank signoff anticipated before departure.
Captain David W. McNabb was shot in the head while flying over Mexican territory near Nuevo Laredo. Mexican General Garza said Carranza troops fired. U.S. authorities reported no orders to pursue. McNabb's condition described as not serious. air patrols continue.
Spokane officials set a lottery to select 3 500 of about 20 000 applicants to hear President Wilson speak on September 12 at the citys largest hall. Only adult Washington citizens are eligible and outdoor speaking is refused.
The Pacific coast gears to prove naval power aids peace with harbor upgrades. San Diego needs sand removal, San Pedro early work uncertain, and San Francisco channel deepening planned. Columbia river and Puget Sound harbor studies follow, all under the War Department with Navy input. Secretary Daniela urges West business groups to organize concrete harbor plans and push for action.
Heattie police hunt a sharp featured Russian or Austrian, about 28, 5 feet 8 inches, who is wanted for a constable’s murder in Edmonton Alta. He is linked to robberies at Chinese restaurants and laundries in the city. The report notes the largest railroad yard in the world is at St Nazaire, France, built by Yank engineers.
Gen. Dickman commanding the Southern department said in a telegram he is gathering information on the shooting of an American aviator by Mexican forces. He will file a report with full details. Officials consider Carranza troops possible shooters, which would heighten the incident's seriousness.
Officials question whether the federal government will act against Mexico after Capt. D. W. McNabb shot yesterday while flying near the border. Laredo dispatches quote Mexican officials claiming the vessel violated airspace. Historical precedent in Europe shows foreign aviators were fired upon for boundary crossings, but current cross border forces complicate any action.
Dee Lampton a screen comedian died at his Los Angeles home yesterday after a brief illness. His passing comes six months after the death of his partner Sam Fitzgerald who stood six feet eight inches.
An old advertisement touts a freckle and complexion lotion made from lemon juice and three ounces of orchard white. It promises a clear, soft, white tan by daily massage, claiming the formula is inexpensive and non irritating.
President and Mrs. Wilson will tour Seattle streets by car at 2 pm Saturday with a fleet reception planned. Officials map routes, arrange police and guard details, and coordinate entertainment for 200 ships, rodeos, vaudeville on barges, and free public events.
On day two of the building strike 6000 carpenters plasterers lathers cement mixers and laborers halted work across the city. Schools port commission and other municipal jobs continue with higher wages though the dispute persists with talks of mediation. The union seeks ten dollar daily wages for most workers seven for laborers while contractors resist.
Hearing of charges against Daniel W Edwards a former department of justice agent in Seattle and alleged bootlegger will be before United States Commissioner R W MCClelland on September 12.
The Allen trial centers on whisky missing from the county city building after June 4. Judge Allen defends lawful possession of liquor as court evidence, with prosecutors promising disclosures about grand jury testimony and alleged skullduggery amid the proceeding.
President Wilson announces a round table conference between labor and capital at the White House from October 5 to 10. About 40 delegates will be invited, with additional picks from national groups and attendees named by the president during his speaking trip. Invitations will be sent to the Chamber of Commerce the AFL agricultural associations and investment bankers for names to consider.
Seattle plans to issue one ride slugs to the public at city utilities offices in the county city building starting Thursday. Buyers aid service by using slugs to avoid waiting for change. The slug resembles a cent piece with a big V and reads Seattle Municipal Street Car Line. Slugs are 20 for $1, with smaller 2 1/2 cent slugs available to school children.
Mrs. S. M. Ede of Camas Washington reports relief after two Jo-to doses for stomach trouble. A practical nurse, she plans to share Jo-to with others. Jo-to is sold in Seattle by Vive Bartell Drug Stores and Swifts Pharmaccies.
An advance army convoy on its transcontinental journey reached Sacramento at 9 oclock this morning. The 72 vehicles halted at Placerville for a monster 49er celebration. A Sacramento delegation led by Adjutant General J J Barree joined the train at the state line and will greet the expedition today. The group plans a downtown parade and a display at the state fair grounds before camping at Stockton tomorrow night and heading to San Francisco by Friday or Saturday.
Amid greater foodstock, Switzerland ends bread card on September 1, signaling a move toward market-driven food distribution and easing ration controls. The measure reflects broader economic adjustments as supply improves and authorities shift policy.
A testimonial from James Platt at Natl Military Home in Ohio extols Warner's Safe Diabetes Remedy as life saving after eight years with diabetes. The ad claims a 40 year history, herbal ingredients, safety, and distribution by leading druggists with samples for ten cents.
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