The circle of vultures was not a good auspice.

On August 4, 1927, Della was carted away to the Norwalk State Hospital, suffering from acute myocarditis, a general term for inflammation of the heart and surrounding tissues.

Elegant, slightly chic, but not mutton dressed as lamb. It was important to present a professional appearance to her former employer.

Royalty and science never haggled about the value of blood.