Steel Manufacturer's Wife Gets $210000 Alimony
Putnam, Feb. 4. Judge Gardiner Greene grants Eleanor Davidson Ream of New York a divorce from Louis M. Ream, son of Norman B. Ream, steel manufacturer, with alimony of $210,000. Uncontested and no evidence submitted. Eleanor H. Davidson may resume her maiden name. Married in 1911, and the suit claimed desertion after five days.
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Putnam
Gardiner Greene
Eleanor
Davidson Ream
New York
Louis M. Ream
Norman B. Ream
Ream
Circular world rewards and reversals in leadership
A reflective snippet notes that things balance in cycles. It contrasts a college professor becoming president and then the president being described as a college professor. The exchange hints at reciprocal roles and shifting titles in power dynamics.
Jury Urged to Forget War in German Conspiracy Trial
In New York a jury heard the case of Franz Rintelen and 12 other Germans charged with conspiring to destroy an entente steamship before U.S. entry into the war. Counsel pressed innocence, some claimed as victims of circumstance, others as bomb makers unaware of wartime use. Judge Howe signaled a brief review and deliberations scheduled to start by noon. George Gordon Battle urged the jury to forget the war as they deliberate.
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New York
Fol
Franz Rintelen
United States
Howe
America
Germany
George Gordon Battle
Frans RinteTen
The Hair Color Restorer Ad Promotes Youthful Color
A vintage advertisement touts Q-BAN Hair Color Restorer for gray or faded hair. It claims gradual, natural restoration without dyeing, does not wash off or stain the scalp, and won’t interfere with shampooing or waving. Sold by druggists with a money back guarantee, price a few cents.
Daily Fashion Hints for Chic Afternoon Frocks
Describes two attractive afternoon dresses with steel blue crepe and black chiffon velvet options. The first features a deep lace vest and satin bordered turnover, a one-piece gathered tunic skirt with pockets, and fabric estimates. The second shows a fringed tunic over velvet with dotted chiffon underblouse and waist girdle, with yardage for medium size.
New Haven Children to Plant More Gardens
New Haven plans a spring campaign to boost school garden programs under Superintendent F H Beede. Teachers will outline garden plans at the April meeting, focusing on seed germination in window boxes. Special instruction for children begins with planting and germination.
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New Haven
F. H. Beede
Du Ponts Get Two Million for Plant
The DuPont Engineering Company will be paid about two million dollars for supervising the erection and organization of the government powder plant at Nashville. A flat five hundred thousand dollars is due for preliminary engineering, plus three percent of construction costs on contract execution, with government operation for about six months at three and a half cents per pound produced and a possible bonus for cost reductions.
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Washington
Government
Nashville
Tenn
Dupont Engineering Company
Dupont Powder Company
Baker
Dupont Company
Zig Zagging At Sea By Submarines Until Now
Analysis of naval warfare shows zig zag maneuvers protect ships armed with rapid fire guns. U boats must submerge when approaching and risk miscalculations if merchant course changes. French minister in Switzerland reports a pause in repatriation to Belgium to resume later.
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Switzerland
France
Belgium
Paper Makers Seek Extra Time for News Print Pricing Hearing
Washington paper manufacturers petitioned for more time to present investment and production cost data to the Federal Trade Commission. They argue the commission cannot fix a price for Worth newsprint if it cannot finish its work by April 1, and request extension beyond the current three cents per pound maximum.
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Washington
Ifcb
Federal Trade Commission
Foley Kidney Pills Restore Kidney Health
An advertisement urges prompt treatment for kidney and bladder issues to prevent rheumatism. It claims Foley Kidney Pills restore kidneys to healthy, strong, regular action with good results from the first dose, from Hindle's drug store.
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Foley
Bazin
Hindle
Danderine Hair Cleanse Ad Promises Lustrous Hair
An old advertisement urges readers to use Knowlton's Dandeline to cleanse hair, remove dandruff, and promote growth. It claims rapid, dramatic results with minimal effort, comparing effects to rain and sunshine for vegetation and urging purchase at drug stores.
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Knowlton
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