Phoenix College Presents The Show-off In November Run
Phoenix College completes casting for its first major drama of the year The Show-off a three act comedy by George Kelly will be staged October 8 and 9 rehearsals underway Cast includes Pat Pollard Norman Nelson Ruth Gotlieb Amy Patricia Bryant Clara Harrison Hill Frank Hyland Charlie Linder Gil Bob Seely Joe Fisher Bill Freeman Mr Rogers and Gene Shanks John Paul drama instructor directs with Cecil Kerstin as technical director
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Phoenix College
George Kelly
Kelly
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Mrs. Fisher
Norman Nelson
Mr. Fisher
Ruth Gotlieb
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Patricia Bryant
Clara
Harrison Hill
Frank Hyland
Charlie Linder
Gil
Bob Seely
Joe Fisher
Bill Freeman
Mr. Rogers
Gene Shanks
Aubrey Piper
John Paul
Cecil Kerstin
VapoRub Steam Promises Relief for Cold Congestion
A vintage ad describes using VapoRub to create VapoRub Steam. By pouring a spoonful into boiling water and inhaling the medicated vapors, a child may breathe easier during a cold. The copy emphasizes grand relief beyond topical use.
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Hard money and soft women in postwar Germany
In Berlin September 26, a writer reflects on Germany’s postwar currency reforms. The west mark steadies at three dollars, green dollars fade from use, and funny money limits black market gains while troops and visitors exchange at fixed rates. A trip to the intourist restaurant shows separate quarters for Allies and Germans, underscoring ongoing division and the value of keeping emergency funds. The piece contrasts currency systems, occupation rules, and daily life for Americans in Berlin.
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U.S.S.R
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Broadway and London notes mixed reviews and star moves
A late 1950s New York scene recap covers mixed reviews for Ziegfeld shows and London openings, with Mike Riley and new Radio City acts. It lists Mary Garden as a guest, Chalky Wright as Mae West’s chauffeur, and Jene Alden’s possible film landings, plus earnings from cinema concessions and Pinza’s rising popularity.
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Broadway to Carnegie Hall Highlights in 1950s Arts Scene
Walter Winchell predicts hit records. News from New York venues notes Kiddie shows at Hungaria. Technicolor success boosts exhibitions. Will Rogers films revived. People like Myrna Dell, Ethel Griffies, and Ray Bolger are active in TV and stage. Movie moguls urged to read Gilbert Seldes on film.
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Atlantic Monthly
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al Pearce
Frank Morgan
George Jean Nathan
Yank
Vishinsky
Robeson
Stars Favor Career and Promotion on September 27
The Tuesday forecast highlights strong auspices for advancement with talents and influence, expecting cooperation from high places and generous support. Promotion and finances improve through social prestige and key contacts, while those born today are well placed for influential roles and notable ambitions.
Birthday tribute to T. S. Eliot the Nobel poet
The notice marks Thomas Stearns Eliot born September 26 1888 in St Louis Missouri. It notes his move to England in 1917 his naturalization as a British citizen in 1927 and his rise as a Nobel Prize winning poet and founder of the unromantic verse school.
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St. Louis
Washington University
T. S. Eliot
England
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Eliot
Harvard
Blackstone Resumes Tour After Illness in Des Moines
Magician Harry Blackstone, after a hospital stay for an acute indigestion attack during a Des Moines show, was expected to fly to St. Louis to continue his tour. About 3,500 patrons were refunded as he retired after 45 minutes of a two and a half hour show, later treated at Iowa Methodist Hospital and planning to resume performances once discharged.
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Des Moines
Harry Blackstone
St. Louis
Blackstone
Iowa
Odist
Film Star John Garfield Hospitalized After Tennis Session
Hollywood on September 26 reports film star John Garfield was hospitalized for a checkup after a three hour tennis session Saturday caused dizziness and over exertion.
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Hollywood
John Garfield
Horner Joins Road Show Heroic Phoenix Parks Man Tours Midwest
Jed Horner former Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department employee and Encanto Park director has joined a road show company of The Hasty Heart touring the Midwest and Canada. He plays the solitary sergeant Lachie and has performed in Phoenix Little Theater productions such as Three Men on a Horse The Philadelphia Story I Killed the Count Front Page and Chicken Every Sunday. Horner is a graduate of Arizona State College Tempe and earned a master’s degree from the University of California Los Angeles.
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de Niza
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Canada
Horner
Lachie
Parks Department
Phoenix
Little Theater
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Ladies of the Jury chosen for ASU workshop season
The Drama Workshop at Arizona State College in Tempe selects the three act comedy Ladies of the Jury for the 1949 50 season with performances set for November 17 and 18 Tryouts for cast of 22 roles including 12 men and 10 women will be held September 26 from 4 to 6 and 7 to 9 p m in the college auditorium Frank R Byers says the play offers fun and acting experience for many drama hopefuls and was originally a vehicle for Minnie Maddern Fiske later adapted for Edna May Oliver of film fame.
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Phoenix Gazette
Tempe
Drama Workshop
Arizona State College
Frank R. Byers
Minnie Maddern Fiske
Edna May Oliver
Byers
Symphony Moves to New Quarters on Coronado Road
The Phoenix Symphony Association relocates to 45 East Coronado Road from the Hotel Adams lobby under executive secretary Mrs. Harvey Zorn. The new offices provide more room and concert-season ticket sales at 5.50, 7.50, 8.75, and 12.50. The season opens November 2 with conductor Robert Lawrence, who also teaches at Arizona State College Tempe.
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Hotel Adams
Harvey Zorn
Robert Lawrence
Arizona State College
Tempe
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