South American cultural export idea from opera stars and magicians
New York columnist notes Frederick Jagel of the Metropolitan Opera argues cultural penetration of South America could outpace diplomacy as a line of export. Jagel praises Argentine hospitality and his own operatic range, tracing his path from insurance actuary to global stage. He also highlights John Mulholland the magician, praising his books and feats, including subway trickery and a debunking tone on mysticism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Frederick Jagel
Metropolitan Opera
Buenos Aires
South America
Mr. Jagel
Caladini
Milan
Rodolfo
Italy
Radames
Ivory Tower
Hull
Jagel
Metropolitan
Olen
John Mulholland
Columbia University
Society of American Magicians
Wayfarers
Subway
Mr. Mulholland
Mumbling Ghost Haunts Shamokin Tale Of Frank Helmar
Frank Helmar recalls a night in Shamokin in 1929 when a spectral image of his dead friend Jack Hasco mumbling in an unfamiliar tongue sent him fleeing. Baldy Williams later reveals a double Jack Hasco in town, and the surviving Jack’s impairment explains the eerie behavior.
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Elso
Frank S. Helmar
Shamokin
Frank
Jack Hasco
Jack
Old Town
Baldy Williams
Baldy
Frank Helmar
Hasco
Jack Hascos
West End
How Alloys Are Produced and a Famous Dungeon
Alloys fuse two or more metals to enhance properties or create new ones. The Chateau de Chillon on Lake Geneva hosts a renowned dungeon once home to Francois Bonivard, inspiring Byron with visitors like Byron, George Sand, and Victor Hugo.
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Chateau de Chillon
Lake Geneva
Switzerland
Collier's Weekly
Francois’ Bonivard
Byron
Chillon
George Sand
Victor Hugo
What to Eat and Why by C Houston Goudiss
An article from 1935 explains that January and February see a surge in colds, with a peak late winter. It argues the economic and personal costs, outlines unknown causes, and presents a prevention plan centered on a balanced diet, proper hygiene, rest, and moderate vitamin A rich foods.
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C. Houston Goudiss
C. Houston
United States
WNU
Houston
Bayer
Two Piece Patterns for Girls and Aprons Worth Sewing
Sewing patterns offer two piece for girls with a basque blouse and flared skirt in sizes 10 to 16, plus three apron designs with pinafores and a frilly tie. Materials include dimity linen pique or dotted Swiss, with yardage details and orders to The Sewing Circle Pattern Dept Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
W. Wacker Dr
Chicago
Bell Syndicate
WNU
Uncle Phil Says and Debunking Public Enemy No 1
A column urges sympathy for listeners and honest reading minds. It critiques deceit as a deadlier sin and argues public enemy labels strip criminals of imagined bravado while stressing the need for the right approach to problems.
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Hoyd Gibbons
Adventurers’ Club
Elmira
States
N. Y
Rying
East Side
Phil
Ironszranuers
Wilson
Uestion
Lucien
Luden
Boileau
Pete
Albert Dickinson
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