Undercover Man a Semi Documentary Biography
The piece analyzes The Undercover Man directed by Robert Rossen with a low mood, stark black and white visuals, unusual angles, and restrained sound. It notes Glenn Ford as the star portraying the Capone-like figure, referred to as the big fellow, and praises the film’s unvarnished, straightforward style.
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Robert Rossen
Rossen
Orson Welles
Sassen
Treasury Department
al Capone
Scarface
Glenn Ford
Schmalz
Mr Belvedere Goes to College at Austin Drive-In
The review highlights Clifton Webb's performance in Mr Belvedere Goes to College and notes its energetic humor despite weaker supporting material. Webb dominates with clever lines and sharp wit, though the sequel undercuts his comic edge with an illogical plot and excessive chatter.
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Paramount
Mr. Belvedere
Clifton Webb
Shirley Temple
Belvedere
Rubenstein
Webb
Madame
Tom Drake
Tom
Perkins pace and rally noted in tough stretch
Steve Perkins reports a sprint event where a rough ight scr ough rall effect is observed. The piece hints at early-season form and potential adjustments ahead in the athletic calendar.
Ike Ashburn Named Head of Austin Knife and Fork Club
Colonel Ike Ashburn will lead the Austin Knife and Fork Club next year after being elected by the board. He succeeds Harry Kelly as president and has served this year as first vice president.
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Austin Knife and Fork Club
Ike Ashburn
Ashburn
Harry Kelly
Pod Ashford
J. L. Rose
N. C. Forrester
J. Rector Allen
John Aycock
Fred M. Bullard
Joe Gibbs
Richard N. Lewis
T. N. Porter
John S.S. Rudd Jr
Art Sprinkle
F. W. Woolsey and
Kelly
Public Laugh Disturbance Trial Dated in Huntington Park
John G. Frazier, 68, faces a June 2 trial for disturbing the peace after allegedly laughing loudly at a judge's lunch in a Huntington Park cafe. Justice of the Peace Stanley Moffatt filed charges. Frazier pleads innocent and opts for a jury. The judge criticized the laugh as uniquely disruptive.
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Huntington Park
Cal
John G. Frazier
Justice of the Peace
Stanley Moffatt
Charles G. Hedgecock
Frazier
Moffatt
Fashion designer proposes underwear era for hot weather
Vera Maxwell envisions camisole slip dresses made by underwear firms to replace heavy daytime wear. She argues price and practicality favor in-house production, urging designers to create bra and panty sets that look like outerwear. The wardrobe shifts from fur and coats at pole to lighter, sun ready pieces.
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New York
Vera Maxwell
Miss Maxwell
All He Wants Is One Billion
Franklin Hugh Ellison of Brooklyn claims the nation owes him one billion dollars. He cites a 1933 plan to revalue metals and contends his idea helped the country by 46 billion dollars, arguing the United States should repay him the sum. Ellison and his lawyer discussed filing a suit at the Court of Claims after a news conference.
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Washington
Franklin Hugh Ellison
Brooklyn
Ellison
Court of Claims
Roosevelt
Franklin Roosevelt
Franklin Ellison
Here’s the Way You Look Kids Sale Smoke at Parrish Junior High
In Salem Oregon on May 20 bubble gum chewing teachers in casual outfits shocked Parrish Junior High students. A bubble burst on Miss Maxine Heringer's seventh grade English class prompting laughter. Principal Carl Aschenbrenner 42 defended the display saying teachers can relax and show they are young at heart.
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Salem. Ore
Parrish
Maxine Heringer
Carl Aschenbrenner
Aschenbrenner
Elephants and Camels Led Roman Invasion of Britain
The text notes that Emperor Claudius brought elephants camels and African men to Britain in 43 B C and that his generals used them to defeat the Britons.
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Claudig
Britain
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