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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1922
Page
13
Four men attacked Harry Erselke and his brother Rudolph at the Southern Pacific railroad shops near Daly City before dawn. Harry was killed while Rudolph was beaten. attackers fled in an automobile. Both victims were non union shop workers awaiting a car to work.
Tokyo announced that Japan has no intention to extend its territory in connection with its occupation of Saghalien. Foreign Minister Uchida stated the territory would be evacuated after a settlement of the emnity demanded for the massacre of Japanese citizens at Nikolaievsk.
Judges selected three winners from about 199 990 slogans submitted for Electrical Week by The Star. First prize goes to Eric Enos Marine National Bank for The Electric Wax Every Day. Second prize to Robert W. Spooner 524 Talcott St Sedro Woolley Wash for Service At A Touch. Third prize to Wesley Butt 6703 Seventh Ave N E Seattle for Turnover toaster.
An old advertisement touts Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a remedy to improve facial appearance and energy. It claims the product strengthens the nerves, tones the system, and helps resist fatigue for women seeking vitality.
Rebellion grows across the Greek state after disarmament order sparks naval mutiny on Aegean islands. Venizelos, in exile in Paris, tipped to govern if royal line ends, while Constantine’s abdication follows wartime losses and a plebiscite return.
Paris observers warn that allied peace plans could collapse as Greek revolutionaries oust King Constantine in Athens. Officials link the upheaval to the Turkish occupation of Thrace discussed in the note to Mustapha Kemal and fear Kemal would push armies into Thrace if rebels gain full control.
Secretary of State Hughes announces U S unequivocally approves allied effort to insure freedom of the Dardanelles straits. Motive cited is threat from insurgent Turkey backed by Russia, endangering sea routes and trade access for a growing merchant marine.
The Seattle Poetry Club organized under Helen Imma Maring will hold its first meeting at 8 o clock in the teachers rooms of Morary Public. Miss Maring, UW student and poet laureate of the Amateur Press Association, leads the group as it invites young Seattle writers of verse to join. A short program will be read by prospective members.
The American Legion plans a universal service act to draft manpower capital utilities and industry in future wars. Col John Markey will present a general conscription proposal approved by War Department aides and possibly Secretary Weeks. The bill would empower the president to conscript all unorganized militia and industrial resources with fixed compensation and government labor placement.
James Mills opposed exhuming his wife's body found murdered near Rev. Edward W. Hall. Prosecutors Beekman and Strickler conferred on reexamination to count bullets. Mills remained calm after hours of questioning by detectives, who could not unsettle his account.
Paris speculates that Anastasia of Greece may become queen if the throne is vacant. Princess Anastasia, widow of William Leeda and wife of Prince Christopher, has not commented on abdication. Christopher denied reports of his recall and line to the throne.
Powell urges stronger limits on bank officer borrowing and self dealing to protect depositors. He cites Seattle cases, notes 22,000 Scandinavian American depositors deserve access to failed bank books, and recalls owners losing homes after bank collapses. He recounts a pastor’s murder near Phillips farm and Milla’s denial of guilt.
Turkish history starts with crusades and shows repeated campaigns from 1200 A D onward. The Ottoman Empire formed under Osman and expanded across Asia and Europe until Lepanto 1671, after which decline began amid clashes with Austria Persia Armenia Poland Russia France and England, with nearly constant conflict and few peaceful periods.
Roscoe Arbuckle known as Fatty arrived from the Orient aboard the President Madison and planned to depart by rail to California on Tuesday. Reporters noted the arrival after Douglas Fairbanks and Mary Pickford left town, with photographers and crowds following the moviemad buzz.
Former U S ambassador Henry Morgenthau argues Germany stalls on reparations as a diplomatic ruse. He predicts France will push for full payment with possible force if needed, while Britain rebuilds on new foundations and seeks long term security in the Versailles contract.
A community parade invites residents to bring ostriches and other pets, promising sand buckets for street comfort and track clearance on Second Avenue from 11 to 12. Ralph Hall leads as parade marshal with Mayor Brown and Chief Severyns in support. Prizes include merchandise certificates, theater tickets, and a radio set for standout participants and pet displays.
A 17 member King County Washington grand jury petitions Judge Hall for special counsel and a possible new or reopened investigation into indictments against the county commissioners and indicted officials J Chilberg and J F Lane. The letter, dated May 8 1922, asserts unanimous concern over dismissals and seeks Court guidance and additional resources.
G. V. Sanders editor of the Memphis Press is cited to face federal contempt charges after publishing an editorial titled The King Forbids. The piece critiqued Daugherty’s Chicago injunction and a shopmen's strike order, referencing Jacob Cohen’s prior contempt punishment. Sanders previously battled martial law efforts during the 1920 Galveston seamen’s strike.
An old advertisement touts a lemon based face and body lotion claiming to whiten skin and freckles. It instructs mixing lemon juice with Orchard White and a small amount of compound to create a pearly cream to apply daily.
Roy Sowers reports from Bremerton that a local laundry manager caught a record salmon haul on Hood Canal. The article quotes a jailed editor defending free speech amid injunctions and court overreach, arguing the press must not be jailed for expressing opinions.
Washington dispatch notes the Labor Department will begin a three day a week broadcasting series from its naval station. The prospectus lists talks on child welfare women in industry citizen education immigration quotas and the role of labor in U S wage earners. Secretary Davis will open the service on October 2 outlining labor capabilities and efforts.
Bothell marks the second day of the Sammamish fair with events including a horseshoe pitching contest a baby show and prize poultry judging. Mayor H Wilson officiated Wednesday and joined Thursday night entertainment as the celebration continues.
A century pagoda called the Leaning Buddha near China rises to 100 feet and leans about 12 feet from the perpendicular, indicating a notable architectural tilt.
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