Modern Screen (Jan-Nov 1944)

How to take a Hero's mind off his Medals! Guard charm— prevent underarm odor with Mum! address to the boys who don't get much mail. Whatever shall I say? I'd like to know about their home towns, their likes and dislikes, but I don't want to sound like a quiz kid. How can I phrase these questions? Dorothy, Newark, N. J. If your brother is a real angel — and apparently he is — he might send you along a little thumbnail sketch of the boys. Make your first letter extremely warm and friendly, but don't emphasize any one facet of your personality too much until you know more about him. Your first letter might go something like this: "Dear Bill, Gosh it was nice to get your letter. You're a busy man, aren't you? I was ever so interested to hear about your life while you're in training, and there are a million questions I'd like to ask you. No doubt all the answers would be military secrets — they always are. "To make this all a bit more proper, let me introduce me. I'm sixteen years old and a junior in high school." (Here put in a description of yourself.) "I love to dance, play tennis, listen to Frankie . . ." Tell him about your favorite books, movies, songs. Don't bore him with too much detail. Finish with "Now it's your turn to talk, Bill. I'll be waiting for a fat letter. Sincerely— " Happy V-mail, Dorothy! * * * We're still doing business at the same old stand, so kiddies, if you've a problem, won't you let us help you tussle with it? Be sure to give us your name and address if you'd like a reply, and the gal to write to is Jean Kinkead, MODERN SCREEN, 149 Madison Avenue, New York 16, N. Y. INFORMATION DESK (Questions of the Month) By Beverly Linet Say, hiends . . . Isn't it swell, the trees getting all green and russety and clothes looking svelte and sweet again and everything going back to its nice, cozy routine? So now that your mad dirndl and dripping frenzy is over, start shooting the questions at me! I imagine you're going to have lots oi 'em now that you're going to the movies 'cause you're interested in them rather than because the houses are air-cooled! All you do is get yourself a stickler and send it out with your stamped, self-addressed envelope to: Beverly Linet, Information Desk, Modern Screen, 149 Madison Avenue, New York 16, N. Y. Mrs. Elinor Nelkin, Term.: WHO PLAYED "ANDY," "ALABAM" AND "JOHNNY" IN "DR. WASSELL?" . . . Elliot Reid played Andy, Olivier Thorndyke was Alabam, and Renny McEvoy did Johnny. Sylvia Gold, B'klyn, N. Y .: WASN'T HELMUT DANTINE SUPPOSED TO PLAY IN "MASK OF DIMITRIOS"? . . . Yes, but during the shooting, there was a disagreement 'tween him and Warner Brothers, and Zachary Scott was substituted. Kitty Molinero, Verona, N. J.: MAY I HAVE THE ADDRESSES OF THE JAECKEL, HUTTON AND LYNN FAN CLUBS? ... For Richard Jaeckel it's Pat Lawrence at 585 W. End Ave., N.Y.C. Bob Hutton's prexy is Pat Smith, 6716 Cornell, Chicago, and Diana Lynn's club is headed by Peggy McShane, 621 East 161 Street, N.Y.C. Eda Field, Long Branch, N. J.: WAS BOB WALKER "DAVY" IN THE AIR SHOW, "MAUDIE'S DIARY"? . . . Yup — that was his first real break. A refreshing shower — and new daintiness is yours! But remember, your bath removes only past perspiration— Mum prevents risk of future underarm odor. One sure way to stay dainty— appealing. Use dependable Mum every day! Mum smooths on in just half a minute— keeps underarms fresh for hours on end. WANT to win his praises? Want his love to linger? Then make sure of your charm first— and always! Be certain you never offend— use Mum every day, before every date. Your bath removes only past perspiration. To prevent risk of future underarm odor— use Mum regularly! Mum works quickly —dependably! Smooths on in half a minute— keeps you bath-fresh for hours. Remember, it's the dainty girl who wins hearts! Let Mum help you stay dainty. Ask your druggist for Mum — today! • • • * Mum's easy to use — takes only half a minute to apply. * Mum guards charm for hours — through busy day or gala date. * Mum prevents underarm odor, does not stop perspiration. * Mum won't irritate skin, even after underarm shaving. * Mum won't harm clothes. Get Mum— today! Mem takes tn"e Odor oet of re rsp /rat/on