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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1919
Page
1
A public warning against oil stock schemes and speculative get rich quick programs. The Star urges readers with surplus cash to avoid suckers’ bets, favor Liberty bonds or proven investments, and seek banker advice before risking savings.
Judge Clay Allen testified in his own defense amid testimony about five bottles of Scotch whisky alleged to be kept in his courtroom. He said the bottles were to be used as exhibits for possible federal action and later destroyed after the Hensgen case concluded. He denied giving whisky to bailiff Hensman and said he feared grand jury activity over whisky shortages and alleged deputy sales.
A fragment hints at youth with days spent on work and nights dancing. The odd image of bo vine birds roosting in court rooms and a cap pistol trio adds a surreal local flavor to the text.
The piece contrasts tireless youth with weary court habitues and bustling city work. It recalls long days, early labor, and social movement, then moves to a trio of mischief near an University district road and a bomb found near Oakland.
The United Spanish War Veterans adopted a resolution urging Congress to impose immigration limits to protect the Pacific Coast white population. St. Louis was named 1920 convention city. William Jones of New York was re elected commander in chief with J. K. Witherspoon of Seattle as vice commander in chief. Dr. Leon Hyde of Portland Ore was chosen surgeon general.
The Belgian government reportedly sent a note to the Netherlands, warning of an embargo on German shipping unless a German ship seized after the armistice is returned. The vessel was found in the Rhine and given back to German owners by the Dutch. Water shut offs will affect blocks on Tenth Ave NE and nearby streets on Saturday from 8 AM to 6 PM.
Secretary of Commerce Redfield announced his resignation expected for late October. He cited personal affairs and noted no quarrel with President Wilson, stating he will reenter business. Bernard Baruch is mentioned as a possible successor, though he has declined other posts.
President Wilson denounces opponents of the League of Nations during a Commerce luncheon in St Louis. He calls foes contemptible quitters for opposing U S entry to end all wars and urges them to prove how to avoid war by staying out. He ridicules a past world view.
Admiral Rodman, commanding the civic fleet, kissed Miss Yorke after a luncheon as the New Mexico flagship and the battleship gon prepare to leave Monday for Seattle. The fleet plans to pass before President Wilson in Seattle with the cruiser Birmingham and five destroyers en route.
Los Angeles report says Dorothy, a film actress, shimmied at the Country Club early today and collided with another dancer breaking her left leg. The stunt or dance incident highlights hazardous conditions at the event and prompted medical attention.
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