Miscellany, Mar. 7, 1955

Verbum Sap. In San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy, after he had caused Masima Siena, 23, to faint by saying "no" when asked if he took her to be his lawful wedded wife, Bridegroom Urbano Biase, 29, explained that it was only a warning to keep Masima in line, returned to the church and went through with the ceremony.

Antiquarian. In Louisville, Used-Car Dealer James McEwen reported that a thief broke into his office, took the ignition keys to 14 automobiles, drove off with "the worst car on the lot—a 1942 model worth $50."

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