Judge Sabath Urges Easier Divorce Laws
Chicago judge Joseph Sabath urges reforms to ease divorce, including a 30 day waiting period for marriage licenses, ending secrecy in cases, eliminating in law influence in testimony, and making divorces routine to curb perjury and adversarial tactics. He cites European methods reducing publicity and argues longer intervals deter "gin marriages" and elopements.
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International News Service
Chicago
United States
Joseph Sabath
Superior Court
Cook County
Sabath
Europe
America
War Ministry Ends Soldier Manual Labor Reform
Tokyo announces closure of manual labor by soldiers including shoe making clothing and rifle work. Special workers will be hired at regular wages. The change aims to reduce military service from 20 to 18 months.
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Tokyo
Ministry of War
Student travels world on $25 across four continents
Hyman J. Kaplan, a University of Illinois student from Urbana, spent last summer traveling 30 000 miles on an initial capital of 25 dollars. He typically found work when funds ran out and slept on benches during his journey.
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Urbana
Hyman J. Kaplan
University of Illinois
First Years Hardest Divorces Highlight Early Married Life
Cleveland reports show divorce peaks in early years around age 26 with stability after 35. Prohibition era notes mention aging spouses seeking divorce, while most cases cite wives suing for drunkenness and cruelty and husbands faulting wives for poor housekeeping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Cleveland
Fellowship Dinner Planned by Church
Central Presbyterian church plans a fellowship dinner for members, children, guests and friends next Friday at 6 30 PM in the church dining hall. The social event has a 50 cent plate charge, subject to reduction if expenses permit, and will start a weekly winter series.
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Central Presbyterian Church
Government buys surplus grain to make liquor for households
Former North Carolina state senator L N Johnston of Burgaw proposes a governor run with a platform calling on the national government to purchase all surplus grains and fruits at fair prices for producers. Liquors and wines would be produced by the government and distributed by parcel post to bona fide households at production plus transport costs.
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Raleigh
N. C
North Carolina
L. N. Johnston
Burgaw
Dr Atticus Webb Warns Against Wet Candidate Plan
Dr Atticus Webb, superintendent of the Texas Anti-Saloon League, spoke at First Baptist Amarillo urging vigilance against a proposed wet presidential candidate. He criticized metropolitan newspapers for publishing pro prohibition propaganda while praising Amarillo papers for backing dry principles.
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Atticus Webb
First Baptist Church
Texas Anti-Saloon League
Amarillo
Webb
Audi
Americans Best Spenders Say London Hotels
London reports a shift in wealth and taste as Americans, Dutch, Germans, and Scandinavians are cited as generous spenders. Hotel and department store managers note Americans remain prolific shoppers, while Dutch shipping magnates travel with families, indulging in premier hotels and entertainment.
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London
England
Fragmentary note from Sunday service draws crowd at church
A partial OCR fragment mentions a service held last night and a large crowd gathered at San Jacinto Methodist church on Sunday morning. The text is incomplete and lacks specifics about speakers or event purpose.
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Ence
San Jacinto Methodist Church
Immigrant influences noted in British social scenes
An article discusses how diverse European groups shape London life, with Dutch, German, and Scandinavian residents contributing to street life and culture. It notes differences in spending habits and tastes, hinting at broader Anglo continental exchange during the period.
How to Stop A Headache with Capudine Method
An old ad promotes Capudine as fast acting headache relief. Two teaspoons in water calm nerves without opiates, claiming near instant relief versus tablets or powders. Available at druggists in 60 and 80 cent sizes plus a trial size.
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Burlington
Vermont
Royal coat of arms boosts shop patronage worldwide
Nationalities enjoy spending at exclusive shops bearing the Royal coat of arms signifying royal patronage. London boarding house proprietors meanwhile welcome large numbers of less wealthy American visitors.
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London
Advertising Cowpoke Singer Boosts Luncheon Appeal
A Texas style clothing firm for cowboys hires Julia V. Allen a former ranger and peace officer to sing classic cowboy songs with his guitar at luncheons and similar gatherings across the southwest enhancing advertising reach.
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Carlsbad
N. M
Julia V. Allen
Southwest
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