War era film gossip and star updates in a 1940s paper
The column reviews The Major and the Minor starring Ginger Rogers and Ray Milland as a delightful war relief escape. It notes Tom Lincir’s Hollywood role, Ruth Warrick’s new project, and Red Cross fundraising ideas during dialogue mishaps. It highlights Alexis Smith urging metal drives, Olivia de Havilland learning sax, and Gen Autry balancing film work with air service duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ginger Rogers
Ray Milland
Lesson for October 11 on subjects and scripture texts
A religious education note outlines the October 11 lesson focusing on subject matter and scripture texts. It emphasizes proper use of materials, permissions, and orderly presentation for instructional use.
Loyalty and devotion in the Christian life described
The article extols loyalty as a noble human trait aligned with Christ. It outlines three expressions: following Christ, remaining faithful amid doubt, and forsaking worldly gains for him. It cites Matthew the tax collector, Peter's confession, and Paul’s radical commitment, urging complete devotion and a practical, testable faith.
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Paul
Christ
Lynn Says Survey Notes on American Diet Habits
A large firm’s nutritional survey of 11 582 interviews finds the United States is the best fed country yet lacks wise eating habits. About 27.7 percent of families eat more protective foods than two years ago with citrus fruit consumption rising. Three of four women in the first thousand enjoy cooking. 11.6 percent cook occasionally and 10.8 percent not at all. Families are fed at least 66 percent what women think is good, 58.5 percent by family preference, and 42.19 percent by food cost while variety influences 28.2 percent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ
Jesus
Matthew
Levi
God
Peter
Paul
Jesus Christ
Lynn
Kitchen Tips From Everyday Household Advice
Practical notes on chilling dough for cookies for easier handling and on general chores. Silverware washing after use prevents corrosion from foods, salt, and acids. Store hats in their own box with tissue paper to avoid crushing. Kitchen scales aid canning and weighing for best results. Nylon curtains wash with mild soap and water, rinse, roll in Turkish towel to dry. Sharpen needles with an emery bag for longer service.
Laughing at Misfortune Reveals Cruelty in Wit
The passage argues laughter at a neighbor’s slip or a fat man chasing a hat in wind reflects resentment at the unusual and a sense of being outside the disaster. It claims humor carries unconscious brutality and cruelty, especially in higher-level wit.
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