Freak Ordinance Aims To Reclaim Fined Money In City Council
In Ansonia city, a new freak ordinance would settle a private dispute over a $200 police court fine. Mrs Arch ibald A Marrs sues to recover the money she says came from her diamonds, after her husband and Mrs Eli T Bicknell were fined. Mayor Edwards and city counsel were asked, the ordinance would take the $200 from the city and award it to Marrs.
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Ansas City
Archibald A. Marrs
Wabash Avenue
Eli. T. Bicknell
Marrs
Youth pledge farm work after failed army enlistment
A NYU Law senior named H H Van Aken could not enlist due to physical exams. He then bought a Ulster County farm near Kingston and rallied classmates to work it all summer, men who sought army or navy service volunteered to help on the farm.
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York
Europe
New York College
H. H. van Aken
New York University School of Law
Training Camps Association
Plattsburg
van Aken
United States Army
Mr. Aken
Ulster County
Kingston
N. Y
Army
Navy
Irvington
Visitor Tempted Fate and Retribution Was Sudden
In Detroit a city room reporter recounts a chaotic late shift where a persistent visitor lingered at the desk, ignored warnings, and caused distraction before the narrator fatally shot him. The tale emphasizes the clash of politeness toward guests and the urgency of meeting a deadline amid mounting irritation.
Pinto bean becomes senator's prized tie jewel
Senator A. A. Jones of New Mexico receives a bejeweled Pinto bean mounted in gold for his cravat. A letter from County Agricultural Agent M. R. Gonzalez explains the bean’s value, praising New Mexico Pinto beans for soldiers and civilians and urging farmers to boost production.
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YY Alkington
A. A. Jones
New Mexico
Jones
M. R. Gonzalez
County
Drainage basics for earth and gravel roads
Prepared by the US Department of Agriculture, the guide stresses drainage as the first road concern. It recommends crowning surfaces to shed water to side ditches and balancing cross section to avoid softening, rutting, and skidding, with greater crown on grades to ensure even traffic distribution and lower maintenance.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Side Ditch Cross Sections Guide Water Flow
Side ditch figures illustrate cross sections for earth side ditches used to conduct water off roads. The first cross section suits steep grades to keep ditch depth low and prevent soil washing. A second section offers greater capacity on flat grades if wash risk is managed. Figure 3 covers level road stretches and how crown, maintenance and ruts affect water shedding to side ditches.
Road drainage and crowned surfaces for side ditches
The text discusses cross sections for side ditches and gutters, when earth ditches wash, and the use of underdrainage on springy roadbeds. It notes drawbacks of water breaks and recommends a heavily crowned road surface unless the material becomes slippery, with exceptions for exceptional cases.
Cobble gutter fig and road drainage guidelines
The text outlines road drainage standards including underdrainage with four or six inch tiles under road sides, culverts where water crosses, and avoiding cross-drainage between intersecting roads. It recommends a flat cross section to retain moisture, with a slight crown in cold climates for surface drainage when frozen, and notes sand roads require other surfacing to allow improvement. It also advises banking outer edges on curves to maintain crown.
Rocky Mountain suit leads outerwear for the active woman
A wind through fashion favors trousered outfits for outdoor wear. The Rocky Mountain suit, durable and stylish, offers freedom for work or play with a riding coat style, four pockets, a belt, and sun or warmth adaptive collars. The ensemble pairs with linen, pongee, or light wool blouses and soft felt hats, suited for bees keepers and Beaux alike, as designers explore gingham and sheer fabrics for summer practicality.
Sufficient Food for Bees and Corn Planting Methods
Sufficient food is essential for bees with a recommendation of at least 30 pounds of honey per colony and preference for White clover honey. Dark honey should be used sparingly and avoid wasteful new honey. Bees avoid fecal waste in the hive, which can cause dysentery if not expelled. Methods of corn planting suggest alternating early and late varieties to mitigate moisture shortages, with multiple varieties to cover varying growing seasons.
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Bureau of Plant Industry
Hats for Midsummer Fashion Inspire Elegant Choices
The feature guides fair ladies to choose midsummer hats from wide brimmed leghorns to sailor styles and East West shapes. It highlights fabrics like crepe georgette and malines, with satin ribbons, flowers, and delicate embroidery. A white batiste crown with shirred crepe georgette and marines brim offers a striking option.
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Harrow
Milan
Sleeveless Wraps Trend In Sports Wear
The fashion shift centers on sleeveless Wraps in sports clothes. Sleeveless sweaters coats of bright wool Velours and sleeveless waistcoats appear, while very short sleeves on cerio French models show limited American appeal.
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Cerio
Transparent Lace Coats described in vintage ensemble
The article describes a sheer gold and black net coat worn over a beige satin underdress. It hangs from the shoulders, loose and free, with an elaborate gold embroidery and a wide girdle. The look emphasizes transparent lace over a fitted slip for elegant afternoon apparel.
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