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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1948

Page

10

Stars Name Worst Films Stars Name Worst Films HOLLYWOOD

AP Hollywood forum asked stars to name their worst film experiences. Fred MacMurray cites Maid of Salem while Lucille Ball recalls Roman Scandals and early showgirl parts. Various others name poor choices including Between Two Worlds and Easy Come Easy Go along with many candid criticisms.

Hollywood AP Hollywood Forum Fred MacMurray Salem Lucile Ball Victor Mature Moss Rose Garfield Harpo Marx MGM Sonny ~ Tufts Paramount

Teen fans gripe at film flaws in nationwide poll

A Hollywood studio surveyed 7 500 teens to shape pre production for Mickey. The survey pinpoints 10 pet peeves from transforming heroines with glasses to stereotyped co ed crushes and teen jargon. Lois Butler stars in Mickey at 16. Robert Paige tours to select 4 H club girls for The Green Promise to stress soil conservation and rural life.

Moreland Hollywood Turing Eagle Lion Mickey Lois Butler John Marshall Los Angeles Betty Grable Dorothy Lamour Robert Paige

Special Technique in Sowing Seeds in Hills

Instructions for gardeners on sowing seeds in hills. Explains that hills accommodate large plants like cucumbers melons squash tomatoes and sweet corn. Details spacing lines and holes with plant food, covering soil lightly and thinning to final plant counts including one plant per bush and three plants per hill for some crops.

Causes and treatment of stomatitis including infection and trench mouth

This piece explains stomatitis as mouth inflammation from various causes such as injuries to the mouth, hot foods, chemical ingestion, drugs, or infection. It notes dental issues, soft diets, mouth washes, penicillin use, and vitamin therapy as remedies, and mentions trench mouth and spasm of the intestine as related topics.

Do It Yourself Microscope and Orchid Care Tips

The piece explains a simple DIY microscope using a water droplet in a cardboard hole and promotes personal achievement for a young girl in 4-H. It also gives orchid care advice, noting to wear blossoms up and down and how to extend vase life with cool storage and moisture.

A. C Gilbert

Petroleum and gas Power Global Engines and Machines

Crude petroleum and natural gas supply nearly thirty percent of energy used by world engines and machines, shaping industrial output and energy policy across regions.

Vets Get Extra Hours To Reinstate Life Insurance

Morgan County veterans service officer Julian L. Bibb Jr announced extended hours on Saturday July 31 from 8:00 A M to 12:00 midnight to help World War II veterans reinstate lapsed national service life insurance. Reinstatement allowed for any amount from 1000 to 10000 by certifying health balance. only two monthly premiums required. After July 31, veterans with three or more months lapsed must pass a physical. The service office is on the first floor of the county courthouse.

Julian L. Bibb Jr Morgan County Veterans Service State Department of Veterans’ Affairs Morgan County Service Office

Loss of native fauna in Hawaiian Islands and New Zealand

The Hawaiian Islands and New Zealand have lost a great portion of their native fauna due to environmental pressures and human activity, impacting biodiversity and ecosystem balance across the regions.

Hawaiian Islands New Zeealand

Army Seeks Song Entry as Draft Fails in Contest

The Army, unable to draft or requisition a song, announces a public contest for entries. Headquaters say soldiers or civilians may submit works, inviting creative submissions from both groups to supply a melody. The initiative follows stalled drafting efforts.

Army New York First Army

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