Betty Bryson Aims to Stand Free From Janet Gaynor Echo
Hollywood profile of Betty Bryson, 21, niece of Warner Baxter, as one of six Young Bet Stars. She trained in drama, acted in The Vultures and two films I You Wednesday and Dr Bull, and studies at Fox. Bryson says resemblance to Janet Gaynor hinders her own path to fame while Warner Baxter critiques her work. She lives with her grandmother in her birthplace, a rarity in Hollywood.
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NEA Service
Hollywood
Betty Bryson
Janet Gaynor
Betty
Warner Baxter
Vivian Brison
Pasadena Community Playhouse
Dr. Bull
Fox Studio Dramatic School
Betty and Grandmother Support Stellar Stage Ambitions
The passage highlights a young actress Betty driven by dreams of a sustained stage career. Her grandmother remains her strongest booster while Baxter serves as her stern critic. Betty recalls her own youthful ambitions and keeps up dancing, though she vows not to let acting become her sole life focus.
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Baxter
Grandmother
Betty
Rural Church Institute Board Formed at Duke University
At Duke University Durham announces the first Rural Church Institute set for June 11 to 22 with cross denominational representation from North Carolina. The board of directors includes Rev J M Ormond Rev M T Plyler Rev C M Pickens Rev W R Cullom Rev T D Collins Rev D H Scanlon Rev E E Gillespie Rev S C Harrell Rev R M Andrews Rev S Best Rev Henry Melvin Rev Henry Schrod er Dr J R Jester Bishop T C Durst John Sprunt Hill and Dr R L Flowers.
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Durham
North Carolina
Duke University
North Carolina Pastors’ School
Duke Institute of International Relations
The
Institute
J. M. Ormond
M. T. Plyler
C. M. Pickens
Winston-Salem
W. R. Cullom
Wake Forest
J. H. Highsmith
Raleigh
T. D. Collins
D. H. Scanlon
E. E. Gillespie
Greensboro
C. Harrell
R. M. Andrews
High Point
S. Best
Henry Melvin
Henry Schroder
J. R. Jester
T. C. Durst
Wilmington
John Sprunt Hill
R. L. Flowers
Nap debate and teen behavior guidance from a doctor
A physician weighs nap routines for children and advice on handling adolescence. He argues naps should end only when costly, and discusses teen motivation, praise over reproach, and healthy communication within families.
Hidden confidences shift to son’s initiative
Advice urging parents to let a boy steadily grow into autonomy by not demanding confidences. It suggests that behavior seen as normal before adolescence becomes undesirable as he reaches fourteen, and instructs parents to be receptive without pressing for personal disclosures from the son.
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Edison
Dr. Richardson
Betty Bryson shows quiet ambition to act and travel
The profile sketches Betty Bryson and La Anne Meredith, noting Bryson’s love of outdoor recreation, early rising, and long sleep needs as she builds a foundation for a possible film career while Meredith, who began on stage at 13 and later starred in the Follies, pursues future success in pictures.
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Bryson
la Anne Meredith
Marine Corps seeks 35 to 50 youths in April enlistments
Savannah Ga March 26 Between 85 and 50 youths will be accepted for enlistment in the United States Marine Corps from Virginia North and South Carolina Florida and eastern Georgia during April an announcement by Lieut Col A B Drum commanding district states. Candidates must have at least a high school diploma or education and be 18 or older for general service. 17 to 18 year olds may enlist with eight grade education to train in the Drum and trumpet role.
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Savannah
United States Marine Corps
Virginia
North
South Carolina
Florida
Georgia
A. B. Drum
Marine Corps
Government checks totaling eight million for tobacco growers
The farm administration announced $8,575,000 in checks to 105,000 growers in the flue cured tobacco belt. J. B. Hutson said payments cover 1934 rental reductions and 1933 equalization, with allocations by state including North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia and Florida. Checks will be mailed over about three weeks, with some farmers receiving two checks if they took part in both programs.
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Washington
Mar
iThe Farm Administration
J. B. Hutson
Tobacco Division
North Carolina
South Carolina
Virginia
Georgia
Florida
Joyner Rumored As State Utilities Commissioner
The Raleigh Times reports Governor Ehringhaus may ask Dr. James Y. Joyner of LaGrange to serve as associate state utilities commissioner. The post has been vacant after Dr. W N Poteat declined to qualify due to holding utility stock.
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Raleigh
Mar
Raleigh Times
Ehringhaus
James Y. Joyner
LaGrange
Civilian Conservation Corps Education Directors Meet in Raleigh
Educational directors of 34 CCC camps in North Carolina gathered in Raleigh for a six day conference to discuss education programs for the workers.
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Raleigh
Mar
Civilian Conservation Corps
North Carolina
Exposure Death in Wake County Merchant Found Dead
Coroner L. M. Waring reported Troy Poole an 85 year old Wake County merchant died apparently of exposure after a fall or unable to reach his house. The death occurred in Raleigh with Poole found in his yard.
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Raleigh
Mar
L. M. Waring
Troy Poole
Wake County
Mitchell Admiral feud flares in House inquiry skirmish
Washington dispatch recalls a heated clash between General Billy Mitchell and Admiral King during a House subcommittee probe into naval aircraft purchases. The dispute centered on Mitchell's allegations of inefficiency and King's rebuttal, ending with a formal apology.
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Rodney Dutcher
Enterprise Washington
Washington
Mar
Billy Mitchell
Navy
House
Billy
J. King
Naval Aeronautics
King
Mitchell
White House
MacFarlane
Texas
FSRC Promotes Superior Cheese and Smoked Hams
The FSRC produces better cheese than typical grocery store stock and its smoked hams are praised by local tasters. Department of Agriculture experts guide FSRC bid requirements to ensure quality in relief food products.
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FSRC
Federal Surplus Relief Corporation
Department of Agriculture
No Limit on Senate Jokes Proposal Sparks Debate
A fictional Senate resolution proposing the whiffen poop as national bird and delphinium as national flower draws ridicule and discussion about humor in official proceedings. Lawmakers weigh whether frivolous motions deserve formal consideration or embarrassed dismissal.
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Senate
Senate battle over Nye resolution on St Lawrence pact
The scene centers on Nye’s push to bring a resolution accusing the St Lawrence treaty of betraying American rights. Norris resists, fearing party rifts among eight Republican senators. The debate ends with Nye withdrawing to avoid deepening the split, Borah objecting and Garner asserting procedural rights.
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Senate
Nye
Inson
Davis
McNary
He Kean
Keyes
Walcott
St. Lawrence
Canada
Hughes
Kelloge Stimson
Norris
G. C
Robinson
Arkansas
Harrison
Lewis
Mnany
Borah
Garner
Pastor Lanter to Leave Mount Airy Church for Airy Memorial
The Rev. Raymond C. Lanter will end his connection with the senior Baptist church March to accept a call to the Ra Memorial Baptist church at Airy in Mount Airy area.
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Greensboro
Raymond C. Lanter
Senior Baptist Church
Ra Memorial Baptist Church
Airy
A C L Official Dead Wilmington
Plans moved forward for the burial of Lafayette Prince auditor of the Atlantic Line railroad in Wilmington this afternoon.
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Wilmington
Mar
Mind Lafayette Prince
Atlantic Line Railroad
Don’t Sleep on Left Side-Affects Hear Adilerika
An advertisement from Mann Drug Stores promotes Adilerika claiming it relieves stomach gas and poisons, helping sleep through the night. The text mentions OmY Drug Store, Inc. and urges readers to try the product for nightlong rest.
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Mann Drug Stores
Omy Drug Store, Inc
Seek Help From Mrs. Mildred Owens For Family Aide
A plea invites readers to write to Mrs. Mildred Owens in Kansas City Missouri to learn about a home that helped her after a denied blessing. The note claims many others have found happiness through this approach and urges hopeful parents to inquire.
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Mildred Owens
House
Kansas City
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