Kneeland faces extortion and a risky payoff
Hale presses Kneeland to settle the Morse inheritance dispute with $100,000 or stock, fearing a smear campaign and loss of reputation. Kneeland weighs Lloyd Phelps's advice and a possible stock deal as he faces Ainsworth's threat to expose him. Hale plans to act for Kneeland and push a quick resolution before public fallout.
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New York State
New York
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Lawrence Tibbetts Rise From Bakersfield to Fame
The piece traces Lawrence Tibbett’s ascent from a Bakersfield deputy sheriff’s son who survived a bandit era and learned music with his sister Betty Lee. It notes his breakthrough in Falstaff, his stagecraft, and quirky habits, including a tendency to walk on his hands to ease headaches.
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Earth Still Better Timekeeper Than Clocks Says Astronomer
Astronomer Royal H Spencer Jones says Earth remains a superior timekeeper despite the Moon and rotation showing small deviations. He notes Earth slows about 0.001 second per century, losing roughly two hours per 2000 years, with days lengthening far in the future.
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Siberian Plateau
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Royalty Bars Rackets at Charity Events Names Sum Benefit
In London members of the royal family vow to require that any charity ball premiere or concert they attend will guarantee a specified beneficiary amount. Committees are urged to ban racketeering at these events to ensure the funds go to the intended cause.
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London
Be First to Crochet Summery Ensemble
Crochet pattern 6381 offers hat with puff stitch roll brim and matching roomy bag. Adjustable band in back of hat. Includes instructions illustrations and materials. Send 15 cents to The Sewing Circle Household Arts Dept 259 W 14th St New York NY with your name address pattern number.
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Household Arts Dept
W. 14Th St
New York
N. Y
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