Young Charles Norman Plans Big Library Early
In a candid interview Charles Norman, about a year old, explains his busy life. He collects books, enjoys sun porch moments with his mother and father, and dreams of a grand library when grown. He mentions a bank account, a gift book, and a future shop for babies if needed. Billie Brownlie chats with the boy about his plans and daily delights.
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Brownid
Charles Norman
Billie Brownlie
Billie Brownie
Billie Brownle
Witty Aphorisms From Viola Brothers Shore
A caustic collection of sly quips on women, work, romance, and social norms. The vocal riff mocks modern life with sharp lines about cooks, fashion, courtship, and gender roles. Rich with humorous contrasts and pointed observations.
John Howard Lawson a Controversial Broadway Dramatist
The article profiles John Howard Lawson, noting his rise as a leading dramatist after early works like Roger Bloomer and Processional. It discusses mixed critical reception, with Processional provoking sharp division in New York, praise from some critics and sharp criticism from others, amid debate over its depiction of miners' rage in West Virginia set against jazz era sensibilities.
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Cohan and
Harris
John Howard Lawson
Lawson
Broadway
Roger Bloomer
Greenwich
Village
Theatre Guild
New York
Q Lawson
West Virginia
O'hy McClure
What Is Life in Leonard Barrett Meditation
The essay defines life as an elusive, invisible force that cannot be destroyed and arises from contact with environments. It traces life from rock to tree to bird to human, linking consciousness and motive to a fuller life. The piece notes life’s origin in living processes and emphasizes a dominating purpose for meaningful existence.
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Western Newspaper Union
Can Animals Cry A Whine From the Eye
A short verse questions whether animals cry and asserts their eyes stay dry while whining is described as a noise. The piece uses playful language to compare crying to whining.
Ensemble styles shift in spring sports attire and three piece suits
A fashion piece notes new spring sports ensembles and three piece costumes dominating the season. It cites designers Patou, Regny, Molyneux and Reboux, with fabrics like wool crepe, jersey, satin, and alpaca, and highlights color harmony, bolero uses, and floral appliques in green, mauve, and blue tones.
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New York
Jane Regny
Mme. Regny
Iteb
Patou
Molyneux
Couturiers
Contradick: Alfred Six Sparks Fatherly Wordplay
A six year old named Alfred Little Alfred, son of Dick, argues with his mother. She warns him not to contradict, prompting the child to quip I am Dick and Pm Contradick, reflecting a playful家庭 pun in this humorous note.
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Alfred
Contradick
Oh Happy Day Laundress Sees Joy With Ball Blue
The line of snowy wash dries as a laundress sings Oh Happy Day praising Red Cross Ball Blue. The ad lines celebrate the product and cheerful domestic work in a vintage voice.
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Ady
Couldn't Throw Straight Mae in Odd Exchange
An unclear dialogue captures Mae and Blil in a comic exchange about throwing and eye contact. The fragment hints at flirtation and misfired punchlines, reflecting street talk and a playful back and forth.
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Viola Brothers
Shore
Sven
Widder
Alice White
Thisle
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Misa White
Paterson
N. J
Roanoke College
Roanoke
Leonard A. Barrett
Barbara Bourjaily
Hampion
Champion
OHI
Fda
Virginia
Kurt Bros
Schell City
Bio
DJ Scholl
Chamberain
Chamberlain Med. Co
Park 8T
Dee Moines
England
King's College
Theras
Mae
Blil
Tanlac
Vira Brink
Missouri St
Springfield
Ani
W. N U
Kansas
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