Red Skelton Eyes Television Career and Talent Scout Plans
Hollywood talk reveals Red Skelton aiming to produce and direct for television and scout new talent while hoping to appear on screen as Clem and Wi Lumpump. Lynn Bari marks 11th year at 20th Century Fox, joking about being a plantation greeter as she enjoys job security after establishing herself in Shock.
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Talkies
Red
Clem
Wi Lumpump
Lynn Bari
20Th Century- Fox
Zanuck
Roanoke
Lynn
Shirley
Penetro Nose Drops Promise Faster Breathing Relief
Open blocked nose with Penetro Nose Drops two drops per nostril. The product claims easier breathing and better rest. Use strictly as directed for relief from nasal congestion and associated discomfort.
Philadelphia marks 200 years since first American religious magazine
Philadelphia notes a bicentennial of the first religious magazine in America. Christopher Sauer founded the periodical in Philadelphia described in German title reflecting religious and moral themes. The short-lived issue showcased early American religious publishing and German language religious literature.
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Philadelphia
INS
America
Christopher Sauer
Teachers Called On For Extra Work In North Carolina
Raleigh reports letters from North Carolina teachers and other education supporters criticizing the view of teachers as community workers beyond their academic duties. They urge focus on training students and prevent undue burdens while noting delayed pay. The letters suggest money matters affect morale and performance.
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Raleigh
Friends of Public Education
North Carolina
Board of Education
Idren
Radio Program Schedule With Corrections and Features
Radio timetable listing programs from 6:00 to 11:15 PM Eastern Time with adjustments for time zones and late network corrections. Notable segments include News Reports, serials, dramas, variety shows, musical performances, and commentary by figures such as Tennessee Jed and Lowell Thomas.
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Farrell
Wbec
Tennessee Jed
Abc-Eas
Mop Harrigan
Tom Mix
Nrr
Waincy Howe
Walter Kiernan
Terry
Abc
Wes
Mbs-Weast
Jimmy Carroll
Cbs
Dick Tracy
Abc-West
Eileen Farre
Jack Armstrong
Abco-West
Mba-West
Lowell Thomas
Abc World News
Cbe
Cal Tinney
Abe-Basic
Abe- West
Mbs-West Radio
Dhs
Abe Fulton Lewis, Jr
Mbs
Abe
Jack Smith
Raymond
Carolyn Gilbert
Cha-Basic Dancing Music
Cbs Lone Ranger
Abe Frank
Nbc West
Bill Brandt
Mrs. North
Nbe
Qock Carson
Ebs
Elme? Davis
Jean Hersholt
Christian
Abert Lahr
Mbs & Necrce
Cbbs
Eddie Cantor
Abe Frank Sinatra
Cbs Neon the Golden Gate
Esis
Geame
Enpe
Ann Sothern
Maisie Sketchcobe
Kay Kyser
Ralph Morgan
Abe Dave Elman
Andrews Sisters
Nhbe
Cbhs
Mailman Arthur Miller Begins 47th Year of Service
In Washington Pennsylvania Arthur B Miller 68 continues postal service entering his 47th year on the job He recalls various emotions on his route and the grief of families receiving disaster notices tied to the recent wars while delivering mail.
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Washington
INS
Arthur B. Miller
The Dog Days Origin and Summer Mad Acts
The term dog days for late summer comes from a belief that dogs go mad then, though records show fewer dogs go mad in summer than in other seasons.
Inner-Aid Medicine Promises Strong Bowel Cleansing
An user reports drastic changes after three days with INNER-AID claiming complete cleansing of the digestive tract. The ad touts 12 herbs to purify bowels and organs and urges purchase at AH Drug Stores in High Point.
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Inner-Aid
AH Drug
Imigh Point
Walters Seeks Re election as Guilford Sheriff
Sheriff John F. Walters announces his candidacy for re election in the May 2 Democratic primary. A 25 year rural Guilford merchant and garageman, Walters was appointed last fall after John Story’s death in a hunting accident. He is 53, married with three children, and active in American Legion VFW Odd Fellows and state guard. He will run on his record and public service.
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John F. Walters
Guilford
Walters
Board of County Commissioners
John Story
Story
Greensboro
Sheriff Walters
American Legion
Veterans of Foreign Wars
The
Odd Fellows, Junior Order
K. of P.erative Club
North Carolina State Guard
Buffalo Presbyterian Church
How To Stock Your Medicine Cabinet
PRACTICALLY every home has some sort of medicine chest or cabinet but the medicine cabinet should have antiseptics boric acid powder for eyedrops or skin relief and a mild iodine tincture. It suggests liquor antisepticus for mouth wash and burns ointment, aspirin for aches, baking soda for heartburn, bandages gauze and a thermometer. use care to consult a physician for serious symptoms.
Double Trouble and Cast Your Bread in Water
A veteran column mixes personal anecdotes and moral reflections. Ed Ellison recounts a severe burn from a home fire while noting how long hours by doctors and a life of work shape resilience. The piece also tells of the Fletcher family hospitality during WWII and their return to Hutchinson, reuniting with their children.
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New York
Ed Ellison
High Point
Solomon
Mrs. Fletcher
End
Germany
England
Fletchers
Hutchinson
Kansas
United States
Lewis Oswald
America
Nigel
Patricia
Jacqueline
Doctor’s Talk on Adversity and Rest After Injury
A local physician recounts treating Dr C F Gray Jr who broke his arm and shoulder after a fall. Gray, now recovering, reflects on accepting hardship as part of life and the value of resilience learned during enforced rest. Dr Frederick R Taylor, injured in an auto crash, wrote a humorous poem about his mishap.
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Grayson
Frederick R.taylor
Shore to Seek Reelection as Guilford Clerk of Court
Joseph P. Shore of Greensboro announces his candidacy for renomination in the May 25 primary. He has served as clerk of Guilford county superior court since September 1940 and also presides as judge of the county juvenile court. Shore holds leadership roles in local and state Democratic groups and is active in several civic and professional organizations. He is 35, married, and father of three.
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Joseph P. Shore
Greensboro
Guilford County Superior Court
Shore
Guilford County
North Carolina Clerks’ Association
Westminister Presbyterian Church
State Bar Associations
The
Civitan Club
Guilford Lodge No
Masonic Order
Guilford Young Democrats
State Young Democrats
Hoyle Sink
A. Wayland Cooke
State College appoints cabinet for religion program
An 18 member cabinet to arrange religious programs and shape campus spiritual life at North Carolina State College has been named by Edgar Orr of Rocky Mount, president of the college YMCA.
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Frank H. Jeter
N. C. State College
North Carolina Farm Bureau Federation
Winston-Salem
Jeter
North Carolina
State College
WPTF
Raleigh
N. C
Portsmouth
J. J. Houston
Bowlee
E. K. Howell
Swannanoa
W. D. Loftin
Kinston
M B. Mizelle
Bethel
J. P. Strole
Chadbourn
W. C. Thomas
Weldon
F. H. Wagoner
Gibsonville
E. M. Williamson
Mont Clare
S. C
W. S
Veterans seek clerical work with U S Employment Service
Two job seekers listed for general office clerk and typist roles. The first, age 21, ex Army staff sergeant, 51 wpm typing, seeks clerical or personnel work and can be interviewed through the U S Employment Service at telephone 3403. The second, age 22, ex Army clerk-typist with 60 wpm typing, seeks office or related duties with a minimum $35 weekly to support family, interview via the same office.
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U. S. Army
U. S. Employment Service Office
Charlotte
U. S
Saint Valentine and February Saints Questions
Inquiries ask if a real St Valentine existed as patron of lovers. They seek the country where Valentine’s Day is most celebrated and how. The third query notes two martyrs dated February 147 and cites a Cervantes quote on true valor between cowardice and rashness.
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Cervantes
Late arrivals risk cold meals and spoiled timing
The piece advises guests to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled dinner and notes the hostess should only wait 15 minutes for a late guest, as delaying service can ruin quality.
Birthday insights push decisive, independent urges today
Today highlights independence as a key trait with praise for rightful achievements and reluctance to admit errors. You show strong leadership with men, yet indifference toward women. Nurture creative ideas but slow on business plans. Focus on projecting your personality this afternoon to reach goals and consider a targeted personal change this evening.
Valentine gift draw in England and Italian legend linked
The text notes a St Valentine eve practice in England to draw names of young men from a box and pair them to exchange gifts, paired as Valentines. It then mentions the tale of Saint Valentine of Terni, Italy, as a related origin.
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England
Terni
Italy
Sunset Crater Eruption Dates Pinpointed in 11th Century
Harold S. Colton of the Museum of Northern Arizona places the Sunset Crater eruption near Flagstaff between 1046 and 1071 A D. The dating comes from timber studies around the ruins and aligns with Norman invasions in England as a rough comparative frame.
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Albuquerque
N. M
INS
England
American Southwest
Sunset Crater
Flagstaff
Ariz
Harold S. Colton
Museum of Northern Arizona
Journal of Southwestern Anthropology
A. D
Do Not Refreeze Thawed Frozen Foods
After thawing, never refreeze as this degrades flavor and nutrition. Safe handling recommends cooking or cooling and storing promptly to preserve quality.
Tax forms clash in St. Louis briefing
In St Louis James P In negan, an internal revenue collector, discusses the tax forms. Finnegan argues the simplified federal income tax form is highly complex while the regular form is even more confusing. He notes forty eight clerks lag behind processing simplified returns and nineteen handle the more complicated version.
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ST. Louis
James P. Innegan
Internal Revenue
Finnegan
Sugar for U.S. civilians estimate hits six and a half million tons
An estimated 6,500,000 tons of sugar will be available for U.S. civilians this year. The Japan Year Book reports 225,000 licensed prostitutes in 1940.
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U. S.S
Japan
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