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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1950
Page
6
Jimmie Fidler muses on Hollywood culture noting six year old showoff children entertain guests at a bridge date. He cites Danny Kaye earnings of 600000 in 1949 and critiques stars late arrivals, press agents overreaching about catastrophes, and the endless credit titles driven by unions.
DeWitt Mackenzie reports Paul Hoffman warns Russia and satellites are strained as dictatorship demands expansion. He says tensions rise, Yugoslavia splits, and Western unity plus strong defense can prevent World War III.
The piece portrays a recovering economy with unemployment falling from February peaks to around 3 million and a growing labor force. It cites strong demand for autos and home goods, boosted by rising population and new households, while cautioning that the economy remains a delicate system needing vigilance and quick action against potential maladjustments.
The 71-year-old James F. Byrnes presents his candidacy as a sincere bid for governor, driven by a belief that government overreach threatens liberty. Supporters note his storied career as senator, Supreme Court justice, assistant president, and secretary of state, while critics question his motives.
Henry M' lemore reports from near Damascus as Pan-Am pilot Captain Guy McCafferty and a guide visit a wealthy Emir. A camel group rescues a car stuck in mud, tents host harem life, a strange coffee tea drink, a lamb feast served without utensils, and a warning on danger and disguise among desert elites.
Angelo Patri argues that very young children think of themselves and cannot grasp morality. Forcing them to share can cause resentment. instead allow gradual sharing with practical examples and two cookies to start. Bedtime troubles reflect training. Dr. Patri offers leaflet P-28 for help, send five cents and SASE to New York paper.
Twenty one Williamsburg women labor to craft 350 authentic early American costumes for Paul Green’s Faith of Our Fathers, opening the Capital’s outdoor theater in Rock Creek Park. Designer Sue Sherman leads with six Washington outfits. work runs 9 am to 10:30 pm across three shifts using 4000 yards of fabrics from New York Virginia and North Carolina mills.
Oakland court records reveal Antoinette Zegras testified her husband John Zegras beat her and insulted her, describing a disturbing incident where he ate raw garlic, drank wine, and breathed in her face before the divorce was granted. The husband reportedly owns a restaurant and olive orchard.
The Q A set explains copper’s name derives from Cyprus and related terms in Latin and Greek. It notes long mining on the island.
Hal Boyle samples everyday life in brisk vignettes from New York, with quips on marriage, conversation, parenting, Hollywood, happiness, and human foibles. The notes poke fun at modern behavior, trends, and social pretensions through quick, punchy observations.
The Nation Today explains Congress may compel answers and punish refusals under an 1857 law, with contempt trials in courts or by the Senate and House themselves. It notes the last direct contempt trial by a house occurred in 1934 and highlights the sole allowable excuse is self incrimination.
Shirley Temple, 22, ends contract with David Selznick and will choose her film projects. She has read six scripts in two weeks and aims for stories with strong narratives. Temple may take roles for major studios and even consider an independent project, enjoying newfound artistic independence. Ester Williams notes swimmers’ attire on set and plans for its impact on performances.
A British girl heard but not seen in an American movie is signed to a seven year contract at 200 to 1000 dollars weekly. Twelve year old Kathryn Beaumont voiced Alice in Alice in Wonderland. A superior judge approved the contract with Walt Disney Studio and urged buying a 50 dollar government savings bond weekly. Her mother Mrs Evelyn Beaumont agreed while her father Kenneth Beaumont, a radio actor, is in London.
Chilled cling peach halves filled with cream cheese balls rolled in watercress form a pretty salad combination. Serve with a sandwich and a glass of iced tea for a mid day snack.
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