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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1946
Page
2
Stranded at sea after a steamer wreck, Dick Jordan clung to a raft for days until raw shrimp and seaweed food revived his will to live. A real sail appeared, prompting hope and renewed effort as he struggled to reach safety.
Jordan faces Pettigrew as the first mate severs their bond aboard the ship. Pettigrew declares friendship yet the two sail in separate boats, while the unlucky crew voices fear about reaching land and the distance to shore.
Dick identifies a two masted lugger and signals for aid as the vessel nears. The crew, swarthy Caribs led by Captain Tucu and mate Jack Burley, examine him with greed while he eats unheard of fare aboard the dirty deck.
Western Newspaper Union reports on Hepburn nearly drowning during a Zukor sea scene for Sacred and Profane Love and Greer Garson swept into Monterey surf. Notes state Ethel Barrymore Greta Garbo Ingrid Bergman lauded by Zukor. Kenny Baker hosts Glamour ManorSeptember30 ABC. Viking Girl stars in The Beggars Are Coming to Town. Jane Withers recalls Danger Street. Wyler cites a $5326.15 daily cost for The Best Years of Our Lives. Peter Lind Hayes to star in Mr Peabody and the Mermaid. Radio rates debate $100 weekly for star and $3000 for writers.
Tommy Dorsey discusses potential casting quirks in The Fabulous Dorseys United Artists release. He jokes about being played by his brother Jimmy and vice versa, reflecting on Hollywood habits and publicity.
The program has introduced over a hundred couples from audience selections, yet no romance has formed between contestants. Tom Howard remains hopeful as Fridays bring a new pairing to the stage.
Marsha Hunt and Felix Bressart appear with a stellar line up including Jascha Heifetz Arthur Rubenstein Lily Pons Rise Stevens Benny Goodman the Boston Symphony Orchestra and New York Philharmonic with the Vatican choir in Carnegie Hall program reflecting a high profile cultural concert.
Curtis Bernhardt directs Possessed at Warner’s and calls Joan Crawford Joan Winfield Chandler and Loring respond. Robert Taylor signs a 15 year MGM contract with production and directing rights if acting fails. Dennis Day debuts a NBC radio program four days in the life of Dennis Day on October 3. Frank Wilcox notes acting interest from a house to house brush salesman. Lon Chaney Jr. shifts from horror to comedy in My Favorite Bresnette.
Paul Mallon reports a shift in thinking about Russia from a harsh stance to a cautious realpolitik. Observers urge armed peace, warn against disarmament, and stress maintaining defenses while seeking practical cooperation with Moscow.
A brief note on the cramped living quarters shows little space for a rocker that clashes with both antiques and modern form. The text hints at evolving furniture styles and the challenge of fitting a single piece into a dated room.
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