Kidnapper Robinson Pleads Guilty and Is Sentenced
Thomas H. Robinson Jr. confessed to kidnapping Mrs. Alice Speed Stall and received a penitentiary sentence. He was seized in Glendale, California after a drug store clerk exposed his disguise as a woman. The capture capped a flare of arrests of public enemies including Alvin Karpis.
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Thomas H. Robinson, Jr
Louisville
Alice Speed Stall
Glendale
Callf
G-Men
Robinson
Alvin Karpis
Grimm Full o' Hope in a Tight 1936 Pennant Race
Manager Grimm talks with reporters about the 1936 pennant chase. He defends roster plans, praises players like Lon Warneke Bill Lee and Billy Herman, comments on Cavaretta Galan Hack and Terry, and notes Pittsburgh and Brooklyn as strong threats in a close, multi-club scramble.
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Curt Davis
Lon Warneke
Bill Lee
Galan
Hack
Billy Herman
Cavaretta
Pittsburgh
Pirates
Brooklyn
Terry
Birds Go On Big Spree From Fermented Apples
A Yakima orchard drew a flock of birds that feasted on fallen apples that had fermented on the trees. The birds became intoxicated, with many unable to fly and others veering or flipping briefly as they returned for more.
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Yakima
Waash
Silk Pleats and Silks Dominate Spring Fashion
Silk fabrics stand out in 1986 fashion trends with pleating shirring and tailored details. Bold outfits feature black and white silk crepe jackets, navy sheer silks with pleated tunics, and bright green pleated blouses. Colorful silks and new bolero styles drive the season, with buttons and puffed sleeves highlighting modern silhouettes.
New Cotton Styles Debut In Silk Like Fabrics Parade
Cotton varieties imitate silk and wool with sheer gauze like qualities. Cold laces top spring and summer resort wear with natural tones in cotton and linen. Embroidery returns strongly on sportswear fabrics and evening organdies and mousse lines.
Dark Blue Rising in Popularity for Summer
The article notes a surge in very dark blue tones such as midnight blue and raven blue, with enthusiasts welcoming its somber effect. It mentions purplish tones influencing new reds and blues, while gray exerts influence over blues and greens. A new burnt straw or toast shade is promoted for summer.
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Certiulp Honsey
Make Gloves and Shoes Match Paris Decree
Paris bootmaker shows divided shoes with suede on one side and kid skin on the other. Gloves are paired with suede backs and kidskin palms to match the two tone footwear.
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Paris
Print Coats Showcase In Fashion Town News
Cherie Nicholas notes the season’s trend with coats over plain frocks. A redingote in black and white print linen pairs with a black linen dress. short sleeves signal summer value. Bright silk print coats and monchrome silks contrast plain skirts as a major feature.
Book Buttons Bring Subtle Elegance to New Frocks
Tiny black enamel volumes with gold edged leaves serve as decorative buttons on several mild-season dresses. The novelty lends a refined, highbrow touch to the garments.
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France
Thos. H. Robinson
Ays
New York Po
Harley Grimm
Larry French
Bill Terry
Bartell
Grimm
Warneke
Red Cross
Chicago
Elsbeth H. Vaughn
St. Louis
Ith
Cary T. Grayson
Haskell Indian Institute
Lawrence, Kan
Arlene McLaughlin
Wuakpala
California
University of California At
Los Angeles
By Cherie Nicholas
Apata
Milady
Western Newspaper Union
Cherie Nicholas
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