Building Democracy Among College Students in 1940 Plan
President Roosevelt urged active defense of democracy and student groups pledge to make colleges progressive. The American Student Union convention drew 750 delegates from about 200 schools with two broad plans to enlist student aid, aiming for a 250,000 signature roll and a Christmas student assembly for liberal action in the 1940 political campaign.
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Roosevelt
Congress
American Student Union Convention
ASU
Liberal Action
Remembrance Echoes from Past Holiday Life at Macy’s
A nostalgic reminiscence on preserving relics of childhood and holiday memories. It recalls Christmas crowds at Macy’s book department, a mischievous child, a New Year’s mishap with a missing date, and the Abercrombie and Fitch hurricane barometer tale, all as vivid time capsules.
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Abercrombie and Fitch
Long Island
Edward Mroczkowski
Columbia
S.A.E
Spain
International Brigade
New York Times
Question on Women Work and Marriage Debates Across Opinions
Readers weigh whether women should work after marriage with varied views. Several respondents argue gains in independence and preventing boredom, while others cite domestic balance and whether husbands can support dual roles. A note honors Edward Mroczkowski returning from the Spanish Civil War.
Handel Messiah Shines Amid Mixed 1638 Oratorio Society Review
A 1638 Christmas performance at Carnegie Hall by the Oratorio Society drew mixed praise. Bert Stoessel led the Messiah with strong delivery, while some soloists underperformed and altos failed to impress. The reviewer notes improved altos but general flaws in attack and balance, praising Hain for vocal mastery and dramatic recitatives amid a tradition laden yet uneven concert.
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Milbank Plall
Oratorio Society
Carnegie Hall
Bert Stoessel
William Hain
Rose Bang
John Gurneyty
Metropoltan
Viola Silva
Hain
Pygmalion shines as a superb cinema realization
A glowing tribute to Pygmalion 1938, praising Shaw’s satirical mood and the film’s bold realism. Wendy Hiller as Eliza is lauded for an impeccable performance while Wilfred Lawson and Leslie Howard also receive high marks. The review notes the plot’s plausibility may be doubtful yet enhances the viewing pleasure and rewatch value.
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Shaw
Wendy Hiller
Eliza
Doolittle
Wilfred Lawson
Leslie Howard
Teddy Wilson Brings Sweet Swing With Billie Holiday
Teddy Wilson with Benny Goodman features four Brunswick sides with Billie Holiday. Highlights include I'll Never Fail You and April In My Heart. Say It In French and Say It With a Kiss showcase punchy dance numbers and strong piano solos. Eddy Duchin covers two Boys from Syracuse songs with polished vocals.
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Teddy Wilson
Benny Goodman
Brunswick
Billie Holiday
Eddy Duchin
Syracuse
Duchin
Stanle
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