Chapter XXXVIII

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From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

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From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

consider or hold as true

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

more than enough in size or scope or capacity

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading TESTIMONY OF EYE-WITNESSES AND EXPERTS REFUTES STORY THAT WM.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

without a doubt

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature

From this reading C. RALSTON TOOK HIS OWN LIFE.

a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

involving intelligence rather than emotions or instinct

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

possessive form of “coroner” — a public official who investigates by inquest any death not due to natural causes

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

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From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

past form of “die” — pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

(comparative and superlative of “early”) more early than; most early

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

the act of escaping physically

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

plural of “expert” — a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully

From this reading TESTIMONY OF EYE-WITNESSES AND EXPERTS REFUTES STORY THAT WM.

a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

vulnerability to the elements; to the action of heat or cold or wind or rain

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

give expression to

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

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From this reading TESTIMONY OF EYE-WITNESSES AND EXPERTS REFUTES STORY THAT WM.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

a person skilled in large scale financial transactions

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

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From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

plural of “force” — a powerful effect or influence

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

set up or found

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

possessive form of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading C. RALSTON TOOK HIS OWN LIFE.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

a single distinct event

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

a message received and understood

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

promise of reimbursement in the case of loss; paid to people or companies so concerned about hazards that they have made prepayments to an insurance company

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

investigate scientifically

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

a body of citizens sworn to give a true verdict according to the evidence presented in a court of law

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading C. RALSTON TOOK HIS OWN LIFE.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading TESTIMONY OF EYE-WITNESSES AND EXPERTS REFUTES STORY THAT WM.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading C. RALSTON TOOK HIS OWN LIFE.

marked by the reception of pay

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

a sum of money paid or a claim discharged

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

continue to exist

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

with little or no delay

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

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From this reading C. RALSTON TOOK HIS OWN LIFE.

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From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

third-person singular of “refute” — overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof

From this reading TESTIMONY OF EYE-WITNESSES AND EXPERTS REFUTES STORY THAT WM.

destroyed physically or morally

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

the act of killing yourself

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

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From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading TESTIMONY OF EYE-WITNESSES AND EXPERTS REFUTES STORY THAT WM.

the act of killing yourself

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

status with respect to the relations between people or groups

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

a solemn statement made under oath

From this reading TESTIMONY OF EYE-WITNESSES AND EXPERTS REFUTES STORY THAT WM.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading TESTIMONY OF EYE-WITNESSES AND EXPERTS REFUTES STORY THAT WM.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

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From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading C. RALSTON TOOK HIS OWN LIFE.

plural of “tradition” — an inherited pattern of thought or action

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

very sad; especially involving grief or death or destruction

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

displeasing to the senses

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

lacking any legal or binding force

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that a coroner’s jury found on ample expert evidence that he died from a cerebral attack, and the further incident that a life insurance company promptly paid a policy of $50,000 to his widow--a policy void by express terms in the event of suicide--this impression seems to persist to-day.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

at the time that

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

which person or people

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried

From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

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From this reading _Ruined Financier Had Deeded His Property to William Sharon, Who Forces Widow to Accept $250,000 as Payment in Full._ Among the common traditions of William C. Ralston’s death is the story that he committed suicide to escape exposure.

in the company of; together with

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.

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From this reading TESTIMONY OF EYE-WITNESSES AND EXPERTS REFUTES STORY THAT WM.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading When I came to California for first-hand information concerning my old friend’s tragic end, my earliest business was to investigate the question of self-destruction; for if it were a fact that he made away with himself at a time when much explanation was needed, it would have had assuredly an ugly look.