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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1942
Page
2
April 28 report notes a surge of women entering Hollywood roles behind the camera as draftees and younger crews, including MGM studios where uniforms were worn and production crews shifted. A draft survey suggests many more call ups will occur by year’s end, potentially reshaping staffing in key technical areas.
A humorous Hollywood Parade column surveys stars and trends, noting Ona Munson’s pay, Walter Pidgeon’s potential, and witty jabs at Gladys, Dekker, Powell, and Hervey. It recalls Pamela anecdotes, Oscar-era gossip, and a lighthearted reminiscence of screen legends and their offbeat moments.
The Post Office Department announces new restrictions on foreign parcel post. Letters heavier than 11 pounds, over 18 inches long, or exceeding a 42 inch length girth are not accepted for delivery abroad. Cuba and Mexico retain up to 10 pounds, with limits applying to U S possessions and to Army post offices for service members. The rule aims to ease congestion at wartime shipping facilities.
Morgan Orchestra plans a Capitol Theatre appearance this Thursday with a refined program led by notable musician Jara and featuring Mag Corporation arrangements. The event promises a blend of orchestral color and strong vocal artistry, presenting a celebrated artist alongside Rust Morgan in a show described as world class.
Joan Fontaine stars at the Lincoln Theater in a drama about a woman's tortured imagination set against a provincial backdrop. The piece is described as intense and repetitive, with Fontaine delivering a standout performance in a difficult role.
A bewildered feminine voice pleads a mistake as a detective story unfolds in Nexolulu. The narrative hints at a pastry department misdirection amid a caper teased for tomorrow.
Elyria Library announces help for victory gardeners with a display and pamphlets. The main desk hosts a titled guide Garden for Victory, offering vegetable growing tips and four current magazine articles such as Grow Your Own Vitamins and Plan Then.
A schedule of suburban church activities, discussions, luncheons, meetings, and club gatherings is posted for Tuesday across towns including Baton Church of Christ, Evangelical, Clague Road, Methodist, and others. Events cover revival meeting, friendship circle, birthday gutty, panel discussion, and Wednesday notices.
Fragmented notices list Thursday gatherings in many towns including Carlisle Clarksfield Columbus Eaton Grange La Grange North Ridgeville and Lakeview with events from nursing classes church circles and revival meetings to a senior class presentation and a benefit banquet.
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