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Newspaper
Barnard Bulletin
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1940
Page
1
Barnard College semi weekly bulletin published by the Undergraduate Association outlines its publication schedule and content. It notes second class matter status since October 19 1928 and provides subscription details of 3 dollars per year or 10 cents per issue.
The page lists Vol XLV No 12 from November 12, 1940. It names Business Manager Ruth Blumner and Managing Editor Jean Ackermann along with an editorial board including Jane Goldstein Elizabeth Koenig Naomi Sells Beverly Baff Grace Barrett Clytia Capraro Helen Kandel Zenia Sachs Phyllis Wickenden and staffers Muriel Margolin Madeline Ryttenberg Norma Sheptner Marie Turbow.
An analysis argues the American Youth Congress is democratically run and not controlled by the Communist Party. It notes wide youth support but dominance by labor groups and students, with large reform agendas on slum clearance health and education and divergent views on foreign policy.
A campus writer laments identity confusion after gaining weight over the summer. Friends joke about resemblance to a former self while the author clings to being the same person. The piece ends noting the odd elevator antics and the unwanted Senior status.
A humorous survey of Barnard College coffee dances reveals students’ evolving views on Barnard girls, with anecdotes about dating nerves, campus observers, and playful jests. Snippets reference the River side courts, auto tests, and lingering wartime sentiment, plus cheeky notes from alumni.
A social event titled Coffee Dances invites men to participate in a pot luck style gathering. The notice highlights casual dancing, shared refreshments, and friendly competition as a community activity.
A review noting Douglas Fairbanks in a Zorro role with Basil Rathbone as the villain. It praises action and fencing, critiques casting, and mentions Senorita J. Gale Sondergaard and stereotypes of native Californios and peons while downplaying taxation issues.
Review raves about a sprawling period Western from Paramount. The plot hinges on 1885 Canada, a Gatling gun threat, Gary Cooper riding in to rope the weapon, and a love triangle with Madeleine Carroll choosing Preston Foster. Silly clichés aside, the film delivers spectacle and Mounties in stylish hats.
Critics condemn the stage piece Beverly Hills as rubbish while praising cast like Ilka Chase and Helen Claire. The Frank Preminger production is faulted for smutty dialogue and weak writing by Lynn Starling and Howard J. Green, highlighting Hollywood excess.
Celius Doughtery and Vincent Ruzicke gave a fine two piano recital at Town Hall. The Mozart Sonata in C was the highlight with delicate coordination. They closed with IX pieces enfantines including Ravel’s La Valse.
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