Uniform Marriage And Divorce Laws Urged By Women
Washington Jan. 2 NEA report notes Miss Lida Hafford of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs pushing a national uniform marriage and divorce law. The proposal, drafted by Mrs. Edward Franklin White, would set license rules, ages 16 and 18 with parental consent, grounds for divorce, and cross state recognition to end conflicting laws and protect children.
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Warden's stance on capital punishment sparks debate
The Sing Sing warden argues against comprehensive abolition arguing fear of death is not universal among criminals. He favors swift, certain punishment and hard labor while noting victims and public safety deserve strong measures, citing Judge Thaser of Massachusetts on sentencing severity.
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Mioneapolhs Journal
Barking Sands Edge Seacoast Sounds At Manchester to Kauai
Reports describe patches of seacoast sands that, when dry, emit a peculiar barking sound when struck or stroked. Singers feel a tingling in bare feet as the noise echoes like a barking dog at distances up to 100 feet. On Kauai the sounds rise to a faint hoot when hands rub the sand.
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Manchester
N. IL
Kauai
Why Stay Fat You Can Reduce
An advertisement claims an 8 tea hard method to cut fat with no dieting or intense exercise. It promises easy weight loss and overcomes difficulties, touting a safe path to slimming without long sieges of exercise or starvation.
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Anerimoia Press
Leis
Armines
Baderts
London street dangers rise as buses, cars cause many deaths
A medical student overheard surgeons after a crash as officials report London streets being more dangerous than rail or air travel. Last year 651 killed and 26 injured in London. nationwide rail deaths 125 with 10 injuries. In the metropolis the fatal tolls were mainly from motorcars vans and buses, with 149 deadly street accidents in the latest period and 107 due to motor vehicles.
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London Safety First Council
Magland
AOR
False Postal Claims Highlight Missing Receipts
Government losses run into hundreds of thousands of dollars due to false claims after the Post Office Department did not require signed receipts for insured parcel post. Inspector F I Boyle disclosed in connection with the arrest of Morris Vogel of Basvonne New York, head of two companies, who allegedly collected thirty thousand dollars for lost packages and had fifteen thousand dollars in pending claims.
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Boyle
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Basvonne
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Taonrand Neckware Company
Renown Jewelry Company
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Detrich Resigns State Director of Publications
Nevin Detrich, director of publications and deputy secretary of property and supplies, offered his resignation to take effect January 15 or at the governor and secretary Rosal’s convenience. It is the first resignation from those major Pinchot era appointments. Detrich previously served as campaign manager for the governor.
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Detrich
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Meverhor
Thame Resigns as Farm Bureau Leader in Virginia
Tees burg Virginia news reports the resignation of a Farm Bureau manager after three years of service. The Loaureun County Farm Bureau office at Teesburg confirms the departure and notes ongoing changes in local agricultural leadership.
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Thame
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Thane
Damage From One Bush Drives Barberry Eradication Study
A Scientific American note says a single barberry bush caused a stem rust outbreak spreading about five miles. Eighteen farms lost 903 acres with an average yield only 37 percent, a total 12 250 bushels lost worth 12 250 dollars at a dollar per bushel, averaging 696 dollars per farmer. A ten pound salt or hour with a grub hoe could destroy such a bush. The second item tells of a groom fainting at the altar then quipping he has lost not the ring but his enthusiasm.
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Saya
Scientific American
Zemo Skin Treatment Promises Relief from Itching
One dependable remedy for itching and skin irritations is Zemo. Ask a druggist for a 35c or $1 bottle and apply as directed to clear pimples, blackheads, eczema, blotches, ringworm, and similar troubles. Zemo penetrates, soothes, and helps skin become soft and healthy.
Growth of Bank Deposits in New York City
A New York City bank today holds deposits over seven times the total of all city banks in 1847. In 1947, New York bank deposits totaled 25 million dollars with 21 million in specie and a circulation near 7 million.
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