Miss Alice Marble sparks New York chatter after Wimbledon triumphs
The piece profiles Miss Alice Marble arriving in New York after Wimbledon and other titles. It notes her multi talent span from tennis champion to potential actress, singer, fashion designer, and athletic versatile past in softball, basketball, track, and even early baseball with family connections, highlighting her grave impact and public fascination.
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York
Alice Marble
Ware
J McCormack
United States
London
Miss Marble
Hollywood
Polytechnic High
San Francisco
Harry
Tim) Marble
Pacific Coast League Missions
Peace Advocate Helps Broadway Star and World Peace Leader
Francis Lederer, known for film fame, supports Katharine Cornell in a Broadway hit and cites his world peace work with the World Peace Federation. Born in Prague, he spoke only rudimentary English on his first London stage appearance, later learning through coaching and a dictionary. He served in World War I at age 12, earning two medals, and has a notable international career including marriages to Ada Nejedly and Margarita Balando. He remains tall, slender, with delicate features and soulful eyes.
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Laurence Olivier
Katharine Cornell
Francis Lederer
Lederer
London
World Peace Federation
Prague
Deutches Landes Theater
Academy of Dramatic Art
Breslau
Kaethe Dorsch
Dinner satire at colored church dinner causes playful exchange
Alexander Jackson, a pillar of the colored church, hosts dinner with the pastor and prominent members. After grace he carves the chicken as the pastor jokes about white folks nearby, prompting lighthearted banter.
Braided mat sewing directions printed again for readers
Homemaker notices request copies of braiding instructions. The mat uses heavy white cotton cord and braided rows to form a circular center. Instructions urge sewing circles in pairs with No 40 thread, easing inner edges, and joining ends, with book offers for sewing guides at a discount.
Household Hints From A Home Expert
Powdered starch removes spots on wallpaper. Lemon juice replaces vinegar in dressings to boost vitamins. Paper dolls last longer when pasted on coarse muslin. Wax stops hot weather bureau drawers from sticking. Do not beat egg whites after they are beaten. Mayonnaise keeps best in upper refrigerator shelf to avoid separation. Boiled frosting improves by cooking sugar and water to a soft ball.
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