Circus Lews Morgan Famed Banker Amid Dwarf Actress Stunt
A dwarf circus performer, Lya Graf, was lifted onto J P Morgan’s lap during a Senate banking committee hearing. Photographers were barred after the incident, and Morgan joked with her as spectators called the moment a circus touch. The per former described traveling with a sister and performing as a toe dancer in London.
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Steinhardt’s varied life and World War service
Washington reports Laurence A. Steinhardt, a Columbia graduate of 1918 and World War II sergeant, now 40, as a partner in Guggenheimer Untermyer and Marshall. A tennis enthusiast and sports lover, he plans to stay active in driving ventures, motors, yachting, and the Cresta run. He speaks French, German, Italian, and his wife Dulcie Ann speaks English, French, German. He quotes action over reflection, warned of the 1929 crash, and critiqued bankers while predicting ongoing change.
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Bill Nye's Amusing Postmaster Letter Fame
Bill Nye resigned as 25th postmaster of Laramie Wyoming and wrote a letter to President Arthur that amused readers. The missive boosted Nye into fame as a humorist and public humorist figure.
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