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Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1920

Page

18

If you're pretty you must be smart says theatre star

In a Metropolitan showcase Carolyn Thomeson of Maytime notes the double standard for prettiness and intellect. She argues beauty stars face pressure to prove superior brains while homely women can feign wit. The piece contrasts social expectations with Freud lore and career ambitions.

Carolyn Thomeson Metropolitan Ashe Freud

Delaware’s Wealth Fueled by Charters and Low Taxes

Delaware finances grow from corporate charters and fees with $1.5 million excess funds in the treasury. The state, boasting broad charter laws, attracts corporations nationwide, with General Motors paying over $200,000 upon capitalization changes. Plans include transferring $500,000 to the school fund, funding 600 fireproof schools, and extensive highway spending while not taxing property.

Delaware General Motors Company Agislature United States

Berkshire solicitor John E B Sargeant dies at old age

John E B Sargeant, renowned solicitor and public official in Berkshire, dies at an advanced age. He was famed for urging clients not to pursue costly legal actions, warning that outcomes often leave them worse off in the end.

Workingham Eng John EB. Sargeant Berkshire

Wife Writes of Hate Sparks Divorce in London

In London on March 26, Mrs. Edgar Taylor wrote to her husband expressing intense hatred and a wish to be free from him. The letters helped secure a divorce for Taylor.

Hubby London Edgar Taylor

Not Such a Bad Alibi at That

A Dallas stenographer explains the midday mishap after her lunch break. She rushed to report a broken French heel snagged on an iron sidewalk grating. The boss asks about her supper as she explains the accident.

Dallas Texas

British challenge grounds Beauce cup deferral

The Aero Club de France, holder since 1912 of the Gordon Bennett aeroplane cup, received a challenge from the British Aero Club. The competition is set to take place at Beauce next autumn.

Paris France Aero Club de France British Aero Club Beauce

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