Kirsten Flagstad Star Struggles With Norwegians After War
Norway’s renowned singer Kirsten Flagstad, living in Kristiansand, faces public scorn over alleged ties through her quisling husband. She denies collaboration, says she returned to support him, and now seeks to leave Norway for America. Her fate hinges on government investigations into wartime finances and treason charges.
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Canada Lee Lines Up for Bergner Drama
The article notes Canada Lee, a Black actor, set to star in a Bergner stage production opening Oct. 15 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. It discusses historic white-face roles and Lee’s potential as the first Black actor to perform such a part, referencing past productions and controversial makeup choices.
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Ethel Barrymore
Lee
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Walter Huston
Oan
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Vera Zorina
Canada Lee
Caliban
House I Live In Shown Tonight at First Christian Church
Frank Sinatra's Academy Award winning short on racial discrimination titled The House I Live In screens at 7:30 PM at 838 Third Avenue SE First Christian Church. Also shown is Who Is My Neighbor about historic cathedrals. The church acquired $550 Victor sound projection equipment for Sunday use and broader programs.
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Carroll Roberts
Woman’s Council
C. E. Bailey
Tommy Tucker Band To Play At Police Ball In Cedar Rapids
The Tommy Tucker Band will perform at the Cedar Rapids Police Ball on November 4 at Memorial Coliseum. Leader Tucker headlines with The Three Two Timers and other acts. A Miss Cedar Rapids selection contest offers a $100 prize. entries due by October 20. Proceeds support the policemen’s widows and orphans fund.
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Stock Still Best. Hollywood Director Reaffirms Stock Company Principle
Ray Taylor, veteran film director with 25 years in Hollywood, says the best way to learn acting today is the same as in the past a stock company. He cites steady cast work and disciplined ensemble training as key benefits for performers.
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Tulip Seed Offer From Michigan Bulll Co Promo
Daren Trumph advertises a tulip bulb assortment in rainbow colors with phrases like send no money order now pay later. Prepaid cash orders accepted and guaranteed Dutch tulips offered for $1.69 plus cod. Addressed to Michigan Bull Co Dept in Grand Rapids Michigan.
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Melvyn Douglas And Helen Gahagan Settle In Hollywood
The cross country marriage of Movie Actor Melvyn Douglas and Helen Gahagan is described as settling into a normal life in California. Douglas works on a Columbia film while Gahagan campaigns. they communicate mostly by letters and occasional visits. The piece notes Douglas’ political discussions at home and hints at ongoing turmoil behind the scenes on The Guilt of Janet Ames with producer changes and crew tensions.
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Virginia van Upp
Charles Vidor
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Rosalind Rus
Stars In The Afternoon Previews On CBS NBC
Radio notes cover CBS previews from 1 to 2 30 pm with Dinah Shore and Frank Sinatra emceeing. The second preview airs next Sunday while NBC moves Forever Tops and other shows to Sunday nights. Des Moines and Cedar Rapids broadcasts are noted with multiple program listings and veteran education coverage.
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Family Hour
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Programs Hour by Hour Morning on Sunday September 22 1946
Hour by hour radio schedule lists stations WGN WMT WHO as announcers and programs. Highlights include Christian broadcasts News Lantern Serenade Around World and spiritual content from Lutheran and Church programs. Evening listings feature Opportunity Grace Church and Orson Welles.
Daily Radio Schedule Highlights Dramas Sports and Music
A fragmented schedule listing programs and times across stations EXEL WMT WGN KXEL and others. Notable items include Stella Dallas Perry Mason Bride and Groom guiding light Superman and Radio Theater slotting through afternoon into evening.
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Roz Truly Persists To Bring Sister Kenny To Screen
Roz Russell campaigned for years to film Sister Kenny the polio treatment story. She met resistance from studio heads before Charles Koerner of RKO offered a starring role and backing, turning her long effort into a feature with Rosalind Russell in the lead.
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