Battle of the Blondes sparks NYC showdowns
Earl Wilson notes a publicity clash between Peggy Lee at the Americana and Patti Page at the Waldorf as both opens on the same night. He highlights Page’s strong contract and Lee’s high-profile entourage, while mixing in studio gossip about other Broadway and club figures and sightings.
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Earl Wilson
New York
Peggy Lee
Americana
Patti Page
the Waldorf
B.W
Charles
Patti
Tony Perkins
Lotte Tarp
Peggy
Jack del Rio
Vaughn Meader
Blue Angel
Sargent Shriver
Peace Corps
Town & Country
Defense
McNamara
Sammy Davis Jr
Plaza Persian Room
McGuires
Phyllis
Abbe Lane
Xavier Cugat
Lathe and power tools explained with hands on example
Junior Editors quiz describes how lathes and power tools work turning wood and metal. It notes Billy turning a chair rung on a lathe with a gouge and a toolrest, illustrating surface cutting and shaping by power and hand control. Carolyn Queener of Cleveland wins today’s prize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billy
Carolyn Queener
Cleveland
Tenn
Compton
Skunks and Their Smell a Powerful Defense
The article explains why skunks spray when attacked or frightened using two scent glands under the tail. It describes the spray’s reach of nine feet or more, possible one or two blasts, and effects such as temporary blindness. Ethane mercaptan is noted as a chemical in the spray.
Skunk Diets and a Sharp Wit in the Puzzle Box
A column notes skunks eat beetles crickets and insects with occasional eggs birds and small animals while a humorous exchange about poetry and rubber bands leads into a puzzle about state names. The teaser invites tomorrow's Britannica Atlas question and a prize offer.
White Minister Leads Integration Attempt at Second Presbyterian
A mixed group of white and Black students and Presbyterian minister Dr Carl Prichet of Bethesda Md joined a briefing at Second Presbyterian Church in Memphis. The attempt to integrate the church failed as the group left quietly after reading a statement.
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Memphis
A_ Presbyterian
Second Presbyterian Church
Carl Prichet
Bethesda Md
Joyce Caika Wins Riddles Contest in Millbury
Joyce Caika of Millbury Mass is announced as today's winner in the riddles and jokes feature Tell Me Why. The entry from 12 year old Caika was selected for its creativity and wit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Morgan
Dell City
Texas
Joyce Caika
Millbury, Mass
Opposition to Second Presbyterian site choice in General Assembly
An unnamed opponent led the unsuccessful effort at the recent General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in the U S south against selecting Second Presbyterian as the site for the church's New Year’s General Assembly.
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Priche i
General Assembly
The
Presbyterian Church
U.S
Second Presbyterian
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Frank Mizell
J. “Jud” Scott
Wallace Electors Committee
R. M. Millsaps
Hin. Bessemer, Ala
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Gloria Bleezarde
Hartford Museum
Leonard Sillman
Bette Davis
Earl Zero Mostel
Hercule Poirot
London
Fredi Clarke
Benny Venuta
Papermill Playhouse
B'klyn
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