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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1921
Page
4
Washington reports treasury officials and congressmen warn that over 1 billion dollars yearly escapes taxation through tax free securities. They note if Uncle Sam taxed all securities the revenue could reach 700 to 1000 million dollars, urging tax law changes to plug leaks amid large outstanding amounts.
George Edenhoim assistant general manager of the International Mercantile Marine company New York endorses Seattle harbor plans during his first visit. He is hosted by David Brattstrom Seattle agent for the Holland American and Swedish American lines.
Cambridge students report girls carrying off top honors in the higher local examinations. They defeated men in the literary prize and in Latin and Greek contests, signaling a notable shift in competitive results for the region.
An unidentified boy was badly hurt Monday night when struck by A. E. Ruffner’s car at a city intersection after failing to see the vehicle while following another. A witness recalled the boy clinging to the fender as he was dragged. A second incident reports George Sails, 10, suffering a broken rib after being run over by a truck driven by T. J. Williams in an alley between Brooklyn and 14th avenues North East, while roller skating.
A scattered list records births and marriage licenses with names and residences including Seattle Enumclaw The Dalles Poulsbo Bremerton and Bellevue. Entries name recipients like John R Baker and Martha Y Grizzell among others with ages and locations such as Seventh Ave Tacoma and 76 906 N 74th St. Also shows multiple Legal notices and guardian mentions for certain individuals.
Weather and tide data report a cloudy day with a 12 mph breeze. Ships arriving include Admiral Dewey from Vancouver at 11:30 p m Wheatland Montana from Grays Harbor at 4:15 p m Prince Albert from Port J C porta at 12 15 p m. Multiple liners sail via Tacoma Everett Portland San Francisco Balboa and Philadelphia with destinations noted. Alaska bound steamers listed with southbound and northbound schedules and times.
Stalls list diverse grocery items from butter and lard to peaches and salmon. Prices vary by stall with concrete per-unit figures including 40c a dozen butter, 19c a can of pineapple, 65c a quart honey, 10c a dozen doughnuts, and 20c a pound sugar.
The article notes that handbags, now common for women, originated with Babylonian gods, priests, kings and princes, suggesting a long-standing lineage of carrying bags as a symbol of status and practicality.
Wheat prices advanced on the Chicago board of Trade as tight ripte in local markets and a brighter business outlook spurred buying. Other grains were marginally higher while provisions remained irregular. September wheat opened up 1 1 2 cents and closed higher.
Market figures show varied livestock activity with cattle and sheep receipts. Cattle demand steady with prices for choice and prime at 4.450 to 10.15, medium and good 4.0 to 5.10, common 3.25 to 6.46, and butcher stock ranges amid packing costs. Sheep receipts reach about 4,000 with lambs from 5.60 to 10.00, yearlings at 6.50 to 7.75, ewes around 3.45 to 4.75, culls lower, reflecting a firmer market.
Cattle receipts listed with values for steers heifers and cows. Prices shown: prime mixed and heavies with measured ranges. Sheep receipts noted as steady, with wethers and ewes priced, and calves listed in the mix.
New York reports mixed commodity quotes with sugar at 64.27 percent and coffee around 10.75 to 11.50. Foreign exchange shows a slight advance with sterling at 2.72 1/2, francs 0.0728, lire 0.0437, and marks 0.0094.
President Harding and his party departed the Brooklyn navy yard aboard the Mayflower for a short run to Glencoe New York. They will motor to Piping Rock for golf and not return to New York City. The Mayflower will take them to Glencoe tomorrow for another round of golf before returning to Washington.
George Hicks fourteen from Port Ladsow ended a brief world tour mainly in the western part of the state after turning himself in to police seeking shelter. He said he left a month ago to see the world due to conflicts with his father and was taken to a detention home for return to his mother. He expressed happiness at returning home and hoping for huckleberry pie.
Charles H. Gordon will discuss experiences in auditing corporate tax returns at the Centric Club luncheon this Thursday, according to the announcement.
Traveling machine shops are used in England to repair automobiles that break down on the road. San Francisco motor car dealers plan the construction of a motor speedway.
The Seattle Star announces widespread sales depots across the city with downtown newsboys selling all editions at 2 cents a copy. Branch sellers and hundreds of suburban stores now host Star counters to meet high demand and convenience for readers.
The Wayfarer Committee expresses gratitude to citizens and groups who supported the 1921 Wayfarer in Beattle. It praises Frank Medermott and dozens of sponsors, performers, police, churches, and firms, notes a $75,000 guarantee, lists key contributors, and urges a future stadium and pontoon bridge.
A 40 mill land tax cap on a 60 percent valuation base was urged to state lawmakers by E S Goodwin for the Northwestern Real Estate Men's association at a public hearing in Tacoma. He called for a constitutional amendment and also backed a $5 poll tax, a graded personal income tax, and a business tax.
Washington State College in Pullman reports Professor Michael Shapocalov a government plant disease expert is touring the state with George L. Zundel to consult with potato growers about their difficulties. Dr Jacwaszki, a noted European plant pathologist, may also visit to suggest remedies for potato diseases threatening the industry.
Miss Seattle was identified Tuesday morning at Frederick & Nelson's by Mrs. J Pickrell of the Calhoun hotel The same person was awarded $16 for the incident This was the first store entered by Miss Seattle on Tuesday The article also notes a China rice tradition and an England life saving raft for airplanes over water
The fruit market remains brisk with Thompson Seedless grapes at 1.75 per crate and cantaloupes in the Wapato district leading sales. Peach stock is low due to high demand while Grand View ships Barrel Gem by car lot. Car of Barrel Gem priced 2.25 to 2.50 per crate. Green corn selling 2 to 2.50 per unit white and 3.50 per sack Yellow Bantam. Eggs firm with some wholesale uptick and butter steady around 46 to 47 cents.
The Interstate Commerce Commission approved railroad rate reductions on livestock shipments in the Middle West territory between the Missouri River and the Rocky Mountains. The change is expected to save shippers about $10,000,000 annually.
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