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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1920
Page
6
Beattle's jitney bus problem will go before voters in a special election tied to the general vote on November 2. The city council ordered two ballot measures on jitney traffic regulation. One ordinance would eliminate jitneys from the main business district. the other would authorize jitney operation with limited rules.
Bulletin claims the republican government will punish those involved in the death of Lord Mayor MacCurtain. Seven were found guilty in the republic's courts, none alive. Freeman's Journal notes wives of officers in Ireland ordered to leave, fueling fears of a government crackdown amid MacSwiney events.
San Francisco reports 90 year old William Smith, nicknamed the blue eyed nanogenarian, arrested on counterfeiting charges. He vows to reform and even jokes about shaving his beard, saying he wants to look younger while claiming he is working at Petaluma with chickens.
Chicago headlines set to decide the bitter Republican contest between Mayor William Hale Thompson and the regular state organization. Nomination for governor centers on Lieut Gov John G Oglesby against Frank Lowden’s successor plans. Len Small is named for governor by Thompson’s slate.
Colorado primaries drew nationwide attention as a record turnout was anticipated with ideal sunny weather. Observers watched the polls for the third time in state history after Samuel D. Nicholson challenged practices in a supreme court appeal. Republican and Democratic senatorial contests featured a heated, high profile race.
Seventeen legislators are to be nominated in King county by parties. State offices include governor and lieutenant governor secretary of state state auditor state treasurer attorney general commissioner of public lands insurance commissioner and superintendent of public instruction. County offices listed are auditor access or prosecuting attorney clerk treasurer sheriff county engineer coroner and superintendent of schools. City county offices show reduced activity with mall voting booth attracting curious crowds.
Two men are in the city jail on open charges after detectives investigate a morning incident at Minor and Senera. Patrolmen Rushus and Jorgenson stopped Frank Stewart, discovering a loaded 38 caliber pistol. Both suspects faced officers near Second and Washington with further gun findings.
Albert Sims and Leonard Brown were jailed on an open charge after detectives allege they prowled room 176 at the Wilson hotel and took a suit of clothes and a shirt. The room is adjacent to their own.
In Vancouver on September 14 A M Rousseau US consular agent recalls North endurance and awe as American aviators arrive at White Horse. An Indian funeral erupts into spectacle when the bereaved husband rushes to view the flying machines, with mourners growing to fifteen or more as the service resumes hours later.
Attorney General Palmer said presidential action on a general amnesty for political prisoners rests with President Wilson. He met labor leaders led by Samuel Gompers who urged release of 174 prisoners and presented a Montreal AFL resolution. Palmer noted legal doubts due to convictions beyond espionage charges and would review cases on their merits. A second group urged policy against further political imprisonment.
A Red Cross Institute for instructor nurses will be held at Frederick & Nelson's auditorium on Wednesday and Thursday. Miss Grace Harrington and Miss Elma Read of the Northwestern division will lead, with attendance from nurses across Western Washington. The program emphasizes home hygiene and care of the sick for women and schoolgirls, teaching organizing and conducting classes.
Agnes Anderson of 3015 Burke Ave suffered a superficial gunshot wound at home yesterday an accident occurred when the firearm discharged as the doctor briefly left the room. She is a chambermaid at the Benton hotel and was sent home from City Hospital after treatment.
The 484 mile gale battered Seattle overnight injuring awnings and windows and toppled trees at Queen Anne and other streets. A 60 ton boat broke free near the city dog pound and was secured by harbor authorities. Scows drifted but caused no major damage as police and street crews responded to downed wires and broken storefronts. The wind peaked around 1240 this morning with little sea in the harbor due to southerly flow.
In Everett on Sunday night a patent bank door device prevented a robbery at the Capit In the State Bank of Fast Blanwood robbers escaped with only a small sum. The Granite Park drugstore was robbed of 91.05 and the Standard 611 company on Monroe lost 27.50. Funeral services were held for Daniel C Budd who died Friday.
A three quarter length plush coat priced at 29.50 features a shawl collar flapped pockets and a front belt. The garment is lined in black and presents a sheen of furlike texture.
Plush coats feature large collars of gray moufflon or black oppossum fur. Deep pocket flaps, belt ends in ball tassels, and the coat is fully lined with fig ured material.
A promotional notice for Bon Marche announces coats priced at lower costs with cuffs and trimmings on many models. Shown on the second floor, the event highlights surprising values in a Wednesday sale.
Local shoe shop advertises boys shoes made of calf leather in Blucher style with round toe and broad flat heel. heavy single welt sole and full leather insole sizes 1 to 6. BOYS SHOE SHOP LOWER MAIN FLOOR.
Black plush swagger coat features deep shawl collar cuffs and skirt bottom trimmed with moufflon or black opossum fur. Belt ties in front or back and is lined with figured material. Price listed as 75 dollars.
A brief fashion note describes a coat labeled Smart Plash Coat priced at 95 dollars. The ms 2 sleeve and Ella design feature deep pockets a narrow belt going all around and a lining of quality silk. The coat is presented as smart looking for dress or general wear.
A three day sale offers 20 percent off on toilet goods including mirrors brushes trays hair receivers puff boxes clocks and candlesticks. The sale runs Wednesday Thursday and Friday in the toilet goods section on the upper main floor.
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