Russian Refugees Sell Titles to American Wives in Pathetic scheme
In Constantinople on September 21 a novel plan among Russian refugees proposes marriages with wealthy American women to secure livelihoods. Exiled princes with estates dream of recovery after Bolshevik Russia, while women seek temporary homes. Many refugees face unemployment and ration cuts, with some men and women marrying across borders to survive.
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Film exchanges ordered to withdraw Virginia Rappe film
Los Angeles dispatch reports all First National exchanges ordered to withdraw films featuring actress Virginia Rappe as the murder case against Roscoe Arbuckle continues. Nearly 100,000 people perished in the Messina earthquake of 1908, which lasted 35 seconds, per the item.
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New York Schools Test System Shows Mixed Results
Intelligence tests adapted from the army were tried as New York City school children enrolled for fall. The department of education halted using results as teacher judgments and aimed to improve pupil classification. Some high school students tested below normal age, while others advanced too quickly.
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Weapon storehouse found on Haleakala crater
In Hawaii, Emil A. Berndt reports a weapon storehouse hidden in Haleakala crater on Maui. Only two others know the location, to be kept until a Hawaii National Park superintendent is chosen to safeguard the cave treasures. The cave once housed fortifications used against Kamehameha the great.
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Free Paint Books Offer Promises Home Improvement Guides
Ask us for free Paint Books. Homes and How to Paint Them shows illustrated homes and how to choose colors. The Modern Method of Decoration offers interior color ideas with full specifications. The Modern Method of Finishing Wood includes 20 color plates and advice on floor and woodwork care.
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