Miscellany: Dec. 30, 1929

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Shrouds

In Dallas, Tex., thieves broke into a wholesale undertaking establishment, made off with 100 shrouds which-they sold to a gentleman who in turn sold them, to girls as the latest mode in party dress.

Turkey

In Los Angeles, one W. E. Praudweine, knife in hand, set after a large turkey. The bird, angered, kicked the knife into Praudweine's arm, severing an artery. Then it leaped upon the bleeding man, viciously tore his shirt to tatters.

Cat

In Grimsby, England, the crew of the schooner Gladys swore that their black cat, frightened by a tempest, had turned white overnight.

Pig

In Tampas, Col., Mrs. Thomas...

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