New radio postwar vision from John V L Hogan
John V L Hogan, WPB research aide and WQXR president, outlines postwar radio plans. He cites radar and television advances and argues commercialization will expand programs nationwide through freed factory capacity and more technicians. He notes rural access gaps and explores FM and small station growth as solutions.
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Joe Louis names all op ponent team in Stars and Stripes
The world heavyweight champion Joe Louis selects an all opponent lineup for Stars and Stripes revealing Max Baer as the toughest foe and Jim Braddock as the hardest right hand. He recalls Braddock’s 1937 Chicago title win and notes Conn as the swiftest challenger and Paycheck as the poorest opponent.
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Sidney Franklin A Hollywood Top Producer In Spotlight
At M G M studio I visit Sidney Franklin now Irving Thalberg’s presumed successor as producer. He recalls directing The Good Earth Barretts of Wimpole Street Smilin Through The Guardsman and producing Goodbye Mr Chips Mrs Miniver Madame Curie Random Harvest White Cliffs. A playful scene unfolds as Franklin pretends to be a pup barking from behind a couch. The moment underscores his prominence in Hollywood.
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