Movie World Gossip and Industry Shuffles Ahead
Paramount and RKO may merge amid upheaval in the film industry. Olivia de Havilland notes trust-funded earnings and Saratoga plans. Show Boat inspires repeat viewings while new history shorts debut. Anna Sten returns. Theda Bara bargaining. Douglas Fairbanks Sr. contemplates retirement. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers adjust careers. Harriet Hillard, Sylvia Sidney, Erol Flynn visa issue, James Cagney’s back catalog, Edna May Oliver vacation. Western Newspaper Union.
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Harriet Hilliard
California
Pete
Ginger Rogers
Sylvia Sidney
England
Erol Flynn
James Cagney
Edna May Oliver
Moist Ration for Hens Recommended
A rural advisory explains that moist mash provides higher protein to aid egg formation, though ground grains also contribute. Hens prefer whole grains, so producers feed limited grain in the morning and keep dry mash available in troughs, with a full grain ration at night for nourishment.
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New Yorker
Political Conventions and Public Opinion Sparks
A pithy critique of two party conventions in Cleveland and Philadelphia mocks delegates’ behavior and the spectacle of nominating proceedings. The piece also lampoons Liberty League plans, anti-Catholic and anti-Jewish sentiment, and cites implied dangers of mob hysteria in politics. It ends with a defense of scientific progress and humane treatment of animals amid medical research debates.
Dangers of slimming preparations warn by FDA chief
The article quotes W. G. Campbell of the Federal Food and Drug Administration warning that slimming products fall into three risky categories. It describes laxative salts that thin the blood, severe calorie cuts that waste muscle and nerve tissue, and drugs like thyroid extract or dinitrophenol that damage the heart, skin, and eyes. It also notes occasional safe uses under medical supervision and seasonal weight-cutting tips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Campbell
Federal Food and Drug Administration
Washington
San Francisco
Three Broods of Chicks Give Supply of Layers
Poultry expert D C Henderson of Pennsylvania State College advocates three annual broods to stabilize layer supply. Start first brood in January or February, reuse facilities in April and October for the others. Early and late hatchings help match production to price, with October and April pullets yielding favorable egg sizes and returns.
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D. C. Henderson
Pennsylvania State College
Selecting Breeding Birds from Eight to Twelve Weeks
A poultryman from North Carolina State College advises selecting breeding cockerels and pullets at eight to twelve weeks old. Choose birds with strong vitality a broad head bright eyes full breast and straight legs. Monitor growth through the season and discard those lacking vigor or slow to develop.
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North Carolina State College
Pekin Ducks Best for Meat and Indian Runner for Eggs
The Pekin duck is preferred for meat production on most duck farms while the Indian Runner excels in egg production. The Indian Runner lays a white egg. Other breeds have their own merits, but these two dominate market quality considerations.
Grow Greens for Poults
Poults need ample green feed to aid digestion and reduce feed costs. Tender greens provide fiber vitamins and healthy bowels. feed finely chopped greens when confined to prevent choking. On range alfalfa or clover is recommended.
Plucking Geese In The Old Days And Modern Times
The article notes live geese were once plucked for feathers after breeding season and just before shedding to save the breast and feathers. It states this is now rare and only occurs during that specific period, not at any other time.
Household Tips For Everyday Uses From Spare Moments
Household Questions offers practical advice such as slicing bananas on cinnamon toast, thickening pie juice with floured berries, baking rhubarb to keep its color, and polishing mahogany with warm soapy water. It suggests pruning and painting tips, mildew removal for bags, and keeping a clean iron with paraffin. It notes freezing juices and ginger ale into cubes for cool drinks.
Discovery of a New Double Star by Gerard Kuiper
Prof. Gerard Kuiper of Holland reports a new double star observed at Lick Observatory California. The pair shows a revolution period of about 20 months. Pathfinder Magazine notes that one in nine naked eye stars is double and speaks of Kuiper’s find with interest.
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Gerard Kuiper
Holland
Lick Observatory
California
Pathfinder Magazine
Regret in Vain and Lost Day Reflections
A brief reflection on fruitless efforts and lingering fear after a day has passed, attributed to Dickens. The text contemplates the futility of chasing useless errands and the regret that follows a spent day.
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C. Dickens
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Star Dust Movie Radio
Virginia Vale
Paramount
RKO
Olivia de Haviland
Saratoga
Calif
Helen Morgan
Paul Robeson
Lincoln
Alamo
Aaron Burr
Alexander Hamilton
Anna Sten
Europe
Hollywood Boulevard
Leatrice Joy
Theda Bara
Douglas Fairbanks, Sr
Marco Polo
Fred Astaire
Western Newspaper Union
Ollywood
Cleveland
Philadelphia
Cradle of Liberty
Seattle
Michigan
America
Liberty League
du Pont
Church of SS. Midas and
Croesus
al Smith
Irvin S, Cobb
Hore
James
Barton
T. Barton
WNOU
Ge Ck
WNU Service
Quaker State
Quaker State Oil Refining Company
Oil City
Qarat
E. W. Wilcox
Gang
Joe E. Bryn
Joe E. Brown
Joe
Battle Creek
U.S. A
Gor E. Brown
Saluc Vicua
General Foode City
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