Old War Indemnity Shows World War Cost in Hindsight
A New York banker notes that France paid war indemnity after 1870. If invested at 7 3/8 percent, it would now total about 8.879 billion dollars, nearly the current German reparations value. The piece questions how different choices with the funds might have altered world events.
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The Gentle Murderer and a Paris Banker
A Paris banker Jacques Mayer fell for a flower girl, married her, she left for another, and Mayer killed her after deciding to give her to her chosen lover. He claimed he threatened suicide but shot her instead. The jury acquitted him, illustrating a shift in sentiment over human life.
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Gas and Food Stations Link Oil and Food Firms
A large oil company and a major food products firm plan joint food and refreshment stands at service stations. It is pitched as the first linking of the oil and food industries in the country, aiming for artistic, neat stands that could attract other providers.
Do Not Overlook The Little Things
A reflection on how small details shape a town's image and success in business and life. It cites cleanliness, courtesy, tidy stores, pleasant staff, and well kept streets as factors that distinguish a thriving place from a dull one.
Society Notes From Eden-Jersey Creamery Scene
Miss Roseleen Downey vacationing on the Russian river with friends. Los Angeles guests of the Quo Jorgensens. Mrs. Lawrence Moli improving at home. Arnold Anderson returns from Sebastopol visit. Ash and Bickell vacationing at Carmel and Monterey. Friday Bridge tea hosted by Mrs. M. Cochran. Katherine and Emma Anderson two weeks at Big Basin. Minnie Hansen ill at home. Dr. Ray Basser and Beverley Jean return from Stockton. Texas visitors A. W. Fewell and Hal Ash. Evelyn Reid and Angelaine Sylveira two months’ Canada trip. R. H. Reid guests of Miss Henrye Adams. Rebekah lodge visit with white elephant party. Merie Schoening wins game prize. Henningsen and Olivers vacationing at The Dardanele. P.T.A. officers installed in Castro Valley. reception planned. Borneman hosts dinner for Petersen and Montgomery families. Oakes announces Mothers’ club meeting. A. O. Pimentel and Merrill Pimentel vacation to Albany Oregon. Shields vacation in Los Angeles and San Diego. Read the ads for news of interest.
The Center of Things Promotes Community Courtesy
A town tale tells of a store sign and a mile long joke about tourists. A family builds a $16,000 home in the district and merchants emphasize courtesy, service, and small acts to grow business. Citizens are urged to support local efforts, write or visit to praise community endeavors, and recognize that personal effort benefits all. This Town Doctor article is published by The Daily Review with the Lions Club.
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