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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1922
Page
1
Paul Staren confessed as the slayer of August Bonfierni during a raid on the Bon Fiorni ranch near Wilson Creek Tuesday evening. Sheriff Mark Deycous of Grant County met Staren after his capture.
The editorial notes Prosecutor Malcolm Douglas asks Olympia to bar Judge Griffiths from cases involving his office claiming personal prejudice. It cites the Chilberg case where the judge favored the prosecution by urging dismissal of the grand jury indictment and threatening to push for tougher prosecutions. The piece questions whether this is prejudice for defendants or against the state.
A collage of humorous clippings and quips from a bustling page. The notes reference Cecile Sorel touring the U S with references to vaudeville trips and Colville, jokes about a candidate for the Potson club, and various light social foibles. Also quoted are remarks on Armenian massacres, a mayoral salary, and a playful regional musings about telephones and coal prices.
In Jackson California the missing miner William Feasel is believed dead after 46 bodies were recovered from the mine. Officials say no further search will occur until after the funeral. Townsfolk doubt Feasel’s body is among the remains and rumor a message from the men may reveal a daring air shaft attempt.
An affidavit filed with Seattle city council by attorney Philip Tworoger quotes Edgar C. Parks alleging that about 350000 dollars yearly for garbage collection goes to foreigners while American citizens struggle to find work. Parks says he offered to run teams but was refused by Charles L. Murray of the health department. The affidavit covers the winter of 1921 22 and notes ex service men were involved.
Prosecuting Attorney Malcolm Douglas filed an affidavit of prejudice against Judge Austin E. Griffiths. The state supreme court granted a writ of mandamus directing a hearing on October 6. Douglas sought the action after Griffiths declined a change of venue in the habeas corpus case of J. W. Fidzionka.
In Smyrna and Constantinople reports say Greeks massacre Muslims in Thrace amid Greek Turkish tensions. British and Turkish forces brace for full hostilities as Mustapha Kemal’s troops advance toward a demarcated frontline.
Federal authorities prepared to seize the liner Korona tied up at Cadiz Spain after charging it was used to smuggle millions of dollars worth of liquor into the United States.
The giant dirigible C-2 resumed its transcontinental flight from El Paso after mechanics repaired its radiator overnight. It is expected to travel to Yuma with a brief stop at Nogales as part of the Westward journey.
Contracts from Kentucky and West Virginia operators to supply Ford with 40,000 tons of coal daily bring 70,000 Ford workers back to work today. ensuring full production as plants resume operations in Detroit.
The city of Seattle leads a challenge to Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Co. demanding a blanket reparation of $1 per phone for overcharges since 1919. City officials accuse the firm of continuing Burleson-era rates after wartime surcharges ended and plan statewide actions to block the tariff and cut current rates. The city has hired an investigator and awaits findings from a state rate inquiry to strengthen the case.
The Dock and Harbor Authority outlines comprehensive plans for developing Bellingham and Blaine harbors in a September article by Taggart Aston. A two page map accompanies the piece, highlighting the significance of these ports to national shipping and their potential to evolve with industrial demand.
In a Justice of the Peace court Judge Dalton ordered Abel Shakes and James Lenair to surrender their revolvers for 30 days for conduct unbecoming officers and gentlemen. The men agreed to end their dispute after a brief hearing and left arm in arm to pay the clerk $3.67 each.
Paul Staten 40 pleads guilty to the Wilson Creek double murder claiming he shot the victims to avenge a $10 debt. Defense attorney Daniel Cross appointed by Judge Hill. Fingerprint tests in Olympia will compare Staten to the Schneider's Prairie suspect. Prosecutors promise swift justice. page 20 column 3.
Democratic rival C. C. Dill accuses Miles Poindexter of misrepresentation as a progressive and cites campaign financing from Wall Street bankers. Dill also points to Poindexter’s 1920 presidential bid and his Newberry issue vote as targets.
At Concord grade school in Roxbury street and Fourth avenue, seven year old Joe Desimon. The boy left home Friday morning to attend school and fell six feet on the entrance steps. He died Friday at his home, the result of injuries from the fall.
One year old Edward Charles Halvack, son of Mrs H C Halvack of 307 First Ave West, drowned Thursday evening in a tub after being left unattended for moments. Found by his brother John age six, the child was brought to city hospital but died from a broken neck after chin struck ground. Surviving are parents two brothers and a sister. Coroner W H Carson and Deputy Coroner H B Kennedy investigate.
Denver dispatch reports three people, Ray Miller and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hicks, arrested in connection with the $150,000 mail robbery at the Santa Fe station in Trinidad Colorado on May 31. Miller had $8,000 cash and about $3,000 in checks when seized. Eight pouches of west bound mail were stolen May 21. efforts to identify the robbers had failed.
Clara Skarin is scheduled to enter a plea Friday afternoon to a first degree murder charge linked to Ferdinand Hochbrunns death. Her attorney John F. Dore indicates the plea will be not guilty.
Congressman Brennan of Michigan introduces a resolution to amend the constitution allowing five percent beer to be manufactured and sold to fund a soldier bonus. The proposal aims to create revenue for veteran benefits through beer production and distribution.
President Harding signed the anti-profiteering measure and the Borah bill for a full coal industry investigation. The signing occurred as the nation neared the day’s close, signaling a push to curb profiteering and probe coal sector practices.
Cleveland on September 22 reports bituminous coal operators and United Mine Workers officials will open wage negotiations for 1923 in Cleveland on October 2.
Bargains headline in The Star invites readers to search the paper for budget deals and discounts. Prominent display highlights sales, coupons, and special offers from local merchants. Readers are urged to act quickly before items sell out.
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