Hollywood News Bits From Louella Parsons on Koster Vision Plans
Hustle of Hollywood gossip continues as Henry Koster becomes producer director at Universal for Phantom of the Opera in Technicolor and a separate unit will handle his projects. Douglas Fairbanks Jr leaves for Washington October 10. Obert Taylor stars in Billy the Kid and may join a navy posting. Mickey Rooney eyes Carmen Miranda impersonation with her coaching. Jessie Matthews heads to a George Hale show after RKO stint. Fox buys And This Too Is Love with Ann Sheridan possibly tied to Errol Flynn in Gentleman Jim Corbett. Merle Oberon visits Chicago ahead of Alexander Korda birthday. many moves outline a busy film season.
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Fire in Santos Harbor Controlled After Night Battle
A waterfront fire in Santos Brazil threatening the harbor was brought under control Tuesday after a night-long battle with flames causing about 750000 dollars in damage.
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Retailers for Defense Week promotes stamps sales
Retailers nationwide volunteered to sell Defense Savings stamps during Retailers-for-Defense week September 15 to 20. The slogan is When you buy anything any time at any store buy Defense Savings stamps 100. Stamps are available at post offices banks savings and loan associations or by writing the Treasurer of the United States.
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Theater Schedule Roundup for Paramount Rialto and More
The Gazette lists today’s showtimes. Paramount presents When Ladies Meet at 1 35 3 40 5 45 7 50 9 55 with shorts at 1 15 3 20 5 25 7 30 9 35. Iowa screens Our Wife at 11 20 4 15 7 10 and Lady Scarface at 3 5 55 8 55. State offers Dance Hall 2 30 5 09 7 48 10 27 and Broadway Limited 1 15 3 54 6 33 9 12. Palace shows The Great American Broadcast 3 6 20 9 45 and The Lady from Cheyenne 1 35 4 55 8 20. Rialto runs Our Town 1 39 5 06 8 33 and Adventures of Sherlock Holmes 3 24 6 51 10 18.
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Broadway Wit From Walter Winchell Nostalgia and Warns of Hollywood Power
Walter Winchell argues Americans favor film stars over senators noting 20 year old Bill Hart and Mary Pickford as better remembered than their political leaders. He warns Hollywood courts the public while influencing national politics and urges awareness of freedoms despite propaganda from Washington and figures like Roosevelt.
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Let's Explore Your Mind on Love and Marriage
Albert E Wiggam answers readers about love not guaranteeing happiness in marriage. He cites Walter Lippmann on love enduring when couples share many interests and living realities. The column also offers a booklet on marriage success for ten cents plus postage.
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Teasing Dogs and Truth in a Columnist Voice
A columnist reflects on responsibility and honesty in writing. He notes personal fault lines when readers push back and explains aims to present scientific truth while managing offense. The piece discusses independent thinking and making enemies as part of telling the truth.
Stragglers and Nazi-Norwegian Ticket Purchases
Stragglers appeared as most tickets were snapped up by anti Nazi Norwegians. The scene shows strong opposition participation and a quick sellout among the readers.
Roosevelt Accepts Gift Of Huge Gorilla From Free French
President Roosevelt agrees to accept a gift gorilla from Free French authorities as a symbol of their fight against Nazism. General De Larminat calls it the largest and most ferocious gorilla to leave Africa. The White House says the President is delighted to accept, with the animal likely destined for the Washington zoo.
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French Congo By Phillip Carroll Arrives En Route
An American citizen named Phillip Carroll travels toward this county with his French Congo assignment. The report notes his journey and the expected arrival in the area.
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Conscientious objector in war debated in 1941 essay
The piece argues individuals cannot form informed opinions on complex public questions like tariffs or policy without prolonged study. It emphasizes studying experts with knowledge and sight to instruct on important issues and asks who has the right to be a conscientious objector during war.
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Quints to Learn to Speak English in Ontario Schools
The Ontario education department ordered the seven year old Dionne quintuplets to start studying English this year. The sisters, who speak French almost exclusively, will take English lessons as part of their regular schooling in Toronto.
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