Radio announcers and the art of brevity
A critique and history of radio announcing from its infancy to 1926 notes the demand for skilled voices and concise delivery. It cites New York University courses and expert opinions, recounts mishaps from the mike, and highlights the need for announcers to connect topics to current events while avoiding overlong asides.
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Great Britain
New York
Jeritza
Paul Whiteman
George Gershwin
Mike
Stolen Melodies Prompted By Hidden Composer Remark
Irving Berlin at a New York dinner party listened to criticisms of Blank, a popular composer. A woman asked Berlin for his view and he replied that it is unwise to mock Blank’s work since you never know who composed them.
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Sors
Fifth Avenue
Mr. B
Mr. W.W
Mr. W
George Bernard Shaw
Voltaire
New York Herald-Tribune
London
Shaw
Irving Berlin
New York
Blank
Mr. Berlin
Pittsburgh Chronicle-Telegraph
A Matter of Course in a Witty Exchange
A scene shows a woman rejecting suitors while a man notes the irony. The dialogue hints at social expectations and sly humor as they discuss marriage and chance within a light flirtatious exchange.
Portrait of a Spendthrift Gentleman
A satirical portrait describes a man with excess wealth living idly and wastefully. He is unimpressive to his valet and regarded as a zero by his wife, illustrating a critiqued lifestyle of extravagance.
Bride Turns to Court After Salesman Visit
A man calls the wife dear madam prompting tears and a police report. She says she must attend court on Wednesday following the incident described in this American Legion Weekly snippet.
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Younghusband
George
American Legion Weekly
Quarrel Over Proposal Repeats in Conversation
A dialogue reveals a quarrel centered on a marriage proposal. One woman recounts accepting a proposal the previous night while Charley Brown proposes again, prompting the question of the cause and the resulting tension.
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Charley Brown
Explorers Question Identity While Studying Central Africa
In a candid exchange, the respondent admits to losing track of self while pursuing work. The discussion centers on the nature of exploration and the focus on Central Africa as a field of interest.
No Woman Dines Alone, He Says Society Rules
A quote about women dining solo challenges social conventions. The speaker argues women must avoid restaurants alone to avoid paying the check, highlighting gender norms in public behavior. The exchange frames female independence against traditional expectations.
Suit Question Prompted Pat What Do You Think
A light exchange centers on a person asking for an opinion about a suit. The reply jokes that the outfit cannot listen well, hinting at humor about attire and perception.
Willie joins the circus for first big show
A nostalgic verse recalls Willie stepping into the circus big top. His small heart beats fast as the crowd cheers and the spectacle feels immense, with tents bright and promises of wonder.
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Willie
Remarkable Jones Dream Talk About Dream
Jones recounts speaking in his sleep dreaming of Mrs Jones as she questions the moment. The exchange reveals a humorous misfire during a private moment and a remark about the dream message.
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Jones
Mrs. Jones
Relativity Court Teases Names in Domestic Relations Scene
A witty exchange unfolds in a domestic relations setting as a character jokes about being part of the Pelations and asks if court terms apply. The banter hints at a playful, meta commentary on legal proceedings.
New Profession Higgins Archery Interest From College
A letter home expresses a son’s interest in archery as a potential career path. The writer muses on whether their son should pursue a specialized path in archery or football.
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Higgins
Wiggins
Atwater Kent Ignition for Fords Offers Smoother Run
The Atwater Kent Type LA ignition system for Fords protects against dirt and oil with a contactless distributor. It reduces wear for easier starting and quicker pickup, delivering more power on hills. A complete scientific ignition system backed by 26 years of development, installed in under an hour.
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America
Rough diamonds surge in US imports doubling 1925 figures
The article notes a sharp rise in rough diamond imports to the United States, with 1925 imports more than twice those of 1924. This signals growth in the domestic diamond polishing industry and greater activity among US polishers.
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United States
Cuticura Soothes Baby Rashes Advertised
Cuticura Soothes baby rashes that itch and burn with hot baths of Cuticura Soap followed by Cuticura Ointment. A hint of Cuticura Talcum adds fragrance. products priced 25 cents each in the advertisement.
Primitive Lanterns Mark Nighttime Persian Walks
A servant leads Persian women through dark streets with a primitive lantern echoing medieval custom, illustrating cultural practices of travel at night and the persistence of traditional methods.
Telephone by Radio to connect German air routes
Radio telephones will be installed on Germanys vast air lines along with movies and phonograph music allowing passengers to talk with any telephone subscriber in major cities across the country.
No man thinks enough of his mother-in-law to upset his wife
A wry saying notes that husbands avoid provoking jealousy by not overvaluing the mother-in-law, implying tensions in marital family ties and social humor about in-law relations.
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Danny Deever
Rudyard Kipling
Walter Damrosch
Walter Damresch
New York Symphony Orchestra
Werrenrath
Mr. Werrenrath
New York University
National Radio Voice Service
New York Herod-Tribune
Voise
Mark Cath and
Logan Bumbullkyw
Lingerrveood
Carl Menzer
Herbert Writin
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Africa
Court of Domestic Relations
Atwater Kent Ignition
Atwater Kent Manufacturing Co
Atwater Kent
Wissahickon Ave
Philadelphia
Pas
Atwater Kent Radio
Persia
Bellans
Scholl
Ars. Winslow
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