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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1946
Page
2
A poised confrontation unfolds between the dignified woman from the grand residence and the more modest resident of the small house. The larger figure voices concern over pests, suggesting a shared problem with mice as the smaller woman listens.
A shopper buys a typewriter for her daughter and declines a $5 delivery fee saying her husband will carry the item home. The clerk quotes $40 for the purchase plus the fee, which the customer refuses.
A light exchange jokes about a large hat and a French chateau phrase. The remarks flip between admiration and linguistic mischief, ending with a playful jab at pronunciation and fashion.
A chic customer argues with a grocery clerk over emerald apples claiming they aren’t eating apples. The clerk remains calm and continues bagging as he asserts they must be cooked first.
A light domestic quip about a wife asking if her husband talks in his sleep. He replies with a grin and a nonchalant, exasperating calm, turning the moment into a playful domestic vignette.
Actress Virginia Vale headlines a Western News feature about behind the scenes screeners. The article profiles Vale and outlines her career in silent and talking pictures with notes on studio life and upcoming projects.
IX top cinema stars will shine on the Hollywood Players programs starting September 30, airing Tuesdays at 9 30 p m EDST for 38 Tuesdays. Claudette Colbert launches the series with Bette Davis Paulette Goddard Joan Fontaine John Garfield and Gregory Peck as regulars choosing their own vehicles from films stage works novels and stories. Each will be heard several times during the run with wide latitude in material selection.
Washington reports describe a May scandal case linked to House Military Affairs Chair May and Mead inquiry into Garsson companies. The inside story suggests political motives within the Democrats, with Republicans aiding and potential tax return probes to uncover links.
Oscar Purkey writes to Trygve Lie arguing the United Nations has failed to capture imaginations or harness enthusiasm. He mocks its need for deluxe real estate and star power, suggesting simpler ambitions and bold public figures could boost appeal. The letter exemplifies postwar skepticism about U.N. charisma and efficacy.
Jeff Donnell, rising film star, was invited to guest star at Playhouse Ogunquit with her husband Bill Anderson directing. She declined to accept due to current filming in Columbia's Mr. District Attorney. She requests a rain check for next year. Stuart Erwin and wife June Collyer marked their 16th anniversary entertaining Allan Jones and Irene Hervey, whose 10th anniversary fell the same week.
The Malibu coast scene anchors the film as Anne Jeffreys and Lawrence Tierney lead in RKO’s forthcoming Step by Step. The production centers on the Roosevelt highway area near Los Angeles.
James Melton will replace Raymond Massey as star and master of ceremonies for Harvest of Stars starting October 6. The program will shift to emphasize music, with a dramatic story of American life or a historical highlight in each broadcast. Melton signs a five year contract.
Bob Hope replaces Clayton Collyer as radio's Superman with Paulette Goddard as Lois Lane in a burlesque program recorded for Command Performance. The show will be transmitted to armed forces overseas and to veterans in hospitals.
RKO contract stars Barbara Hale and Bill Williams, elevated to star status, are back in Hollywood after a cross-continental honeymoon covering 7,400 miles. They travelled 6,000 miles by car and the remainder by air. Also mentioned are Harry Carey Jr. and co stars Teresa Wright, Judith Anderson and Robert Mitchum in the interview set near Gali, New Mexico.
The air show will be titled The Victor Borge Show with Benny Goodman also featured. Organizers promise a strong lineup and an entertaining program.
Eleanor Parker delivers a notable performance as Mildred in the remake, drawing praise for her depth and screen presence. Her portrayal stands out amid a cast reimagining the classic role and attracting critical attention.
The Coffee case shows a left leaning Democrat Rep John M Coffee receiving 2500 from a war contractor for services. Republicans gain ground amid the controversy while charges of influence peddling are avoided. Mead committee probes minor Pacific coast cases ahead of broader peace talks.
A brief item notes songwriter Charles H. Morhardt appends a calendar of song durations for young lovers. Entries include Always six months Forever three months Forever and a Day two and a half weeks Through All Eternity five days and Until the End of Time 48 hours.
The note claims Forever Amber will be produced cleaned of amorous content and rough talk and possibly retitled Infrequently her. It adds Frankie Sinatra replacing Drew Pearson on a broadcast and suggests bobbysoxer may hesitate over mar hats.
Moscow complains the United States has the best seats at the Paris peace conference. A Butte attorney cites long mining history and ore wealth, while a quip blames an Irish Waterbury barrister as misidentified by Dan Parker.
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