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Newspaper
The Wakefield News
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1940
Page
2
The Wakefield News edited by H. L. Trezise displays its publication details including a six month to one year subscription pricing window and postal matter status under the 1870 act. This mock header outlines issue handling and mail classifications for Wakefield Michigan readers.
Michigan Democrats plan a fast moving campaign thrust led by Highway Commissioner Murray Van Wagoner in Flint on June 14 with delegates to Chicago, seeking unity to back Roosevelt for a possible third term. The party debates delegate at large spots and fixes a possible eight at large with half votes while negotiating Fry Porritt tensions.
The American Theatre Society plans to take four plays on tour to small cities under local sponsorship, aiming to boost legitimate theatre. The lineup includes The Time of Your Life and The Man Who Came to Dinner amid growing audience interest in non New York venues. Universal Pictures faces a Syracuse premiere dilemma as six U S cities share the name Syracuse, risking controversy over the debut location.
Durbin continues her record sending effort to front line soldiers amid debate over wartime aid. Upcoming film stars Hugh Herbert in La Conga Nights with multiple roles while Billy Rose's Diamond Horseshoe hosts Nights of Gladness. Gilda Gray performs St Louis Blues with famed vivacity. Jimmy Durante and Irene Dunne Cary Grant film at Radio City.
Dr Henry C Schumacher of the Cleveland Guidance Center spoke at the National Conference of Social Work in Grand Rapids about psychological weaning. He warned parental reluctance to emancipate teens can cause family friction and emotional disturbances as youths gain independence and assume responsibility.
The state department announced 1941 plates will be white on maroon, with half year plates in opposite colors. Uniform numbering continues but county names may not be added if visibility is affected.
A mixed set of dessert recipes includes drop cakes baked in cupcake pans with lemon flavor and a jam filled variation, along with frosting methods and a surprise tart idea. Also noted is a Color Comic Book feature offered free with the Detroit News and Probate notices from Gogebic County Michigan.
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