FHA chief foresees wave of small homes after war
Abner H. Ferguson administrator of the Federal Housing Administration predicts a postwar housing boom with two million homes annually for ten years after victories. He notes half a billion dollars of unused insurance authority and urges homeowners to keep up repairs. Ferguson, a Democrat from Paris, Virginia, has led FHA since 1934 and earned a Georgetown law degree in 1904. Meanwhile Washington observes a restructuring of leadership with Edward R. Stettinius Jr. and others taking key posts as lend lease work continues.
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Two Years Of War Ahead Says Military Expert
The author argues a prolonged war with two years of hard fighting and increased home sacrifice is likely. He stresses training times for soldiers pilots and crews, the need to adapt weapons as battles shift, and the necessity of sustained national effort to secure victory in 1945 against Germany and Japan.
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Big Town comeback and TV plans for Hollywoods bad man
D Pawley, known for G Man and Jesse James, will star as Steve Wilson in CBSs Big Town returning this season. The series focuses on the American press battle against subversive influences. Also notes Nancy Kellys Tarzan Desert Mystery role and Amos n Andy NBC return after two years. Jordan, son of Fibber McGee and Molly, debuts in The Iron Major after military service.
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United Artists Wins Distribution Rights for Voice in the Wind
United Artists topped bids from two major studios to acquire distribution rights for Voice in the Wind. The film, shot on rented stages by Arthur Ripley and Rudolph Monter, carries no release guarantee and is described as a sleeper project with potential box office appeal. The story centers on two gentle lovers whose relationship unfolds amid war’s grim events.
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Gloria Holden recalls Tracy compliment shaping her career
Gloria Holden credits a compliment from Spencer Tracy as most influential to her acting, recalling her role as the pilot’s widow with Tracy and Clark Gable in Test Pilot. Victor Fleming made her cry for 15 minutes before the scene, and Tracy praised her performance.
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Kate Smith Entering 14th Year With Ted Collins Producer
The article credits Ted Collins as producer director who discovered Kate Smith and guided her rise. Collins is praised as a top radio talent scout who also introduced Rudy Vallee Abbott and Costello Tommy Riggs and Henry Youngman among others. He expects Kate to debut God Bless America and foresees Old Acquaintance as a hit.
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Ted Collins
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Odds and Ends from Blue Network Keepsakes and Radio News
The Blue Network pays five dollars for each keepsake used. Mickey Mouse is fifteen. Joe Boland, the moving man who helped Abie’s Irish Rose wed, now moves them to a new home. Julia Sanderson feels unable to return to radio after Frank Crumit’s death and plans to entertain servicemen while hoping to return to broadcasting later.
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Vito”) Ruocco
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