Radio Mirror (Nov 1936-Apr 1937)

Record Details:

Title:
Radio Mirror
Date:
Nov 1936-Apr 1937
Publisher:
New York : Macfadden Publications, Inc.
Volume:
Radio mirror (Nov 1936-Apr 1937)
Leaf #:
000176
Language:
English
Collection:
Fan Magazines and Broadcasting & Recorded Sound
Format:
Periodicals
Contributor:
Library of Congress, MBRS, Recorded Sound Section
Sponsor:
Library of Congress, Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Division
Coordinator:
Media History Digital Library
Description:
Radio Mirror (later known as Radio and Television Mirror) was a fan magazine for radio listeners and later TV viewers that includes profiles of the stars, visits to radio and television studios, and program listings. The early years in the 1930s show the interaction of motion pictures, recordings, the stage, radio and even politics. The role of radio in World War II is well covered in the 1940s, and by the 1950s the focus shifts to television and a new generation of personalities. -- David Pierce, 2013
Date Added:
July 18, 2024
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THE Oracle wants you to know that: Frances Lahgford is so shy, she hasn't enough courage to combat autograph hunters and admirers, and flees from the Hollywood Hotel broadcast as fast as her feet will carry her. Paul Whiteman's favorite dish is chili con carne, served good and hot. Fred Astaire's lesser known accomplishment is composing. He's working on a couple of new tunes now and you'll be hearing them on his Packard broadcasts. Helen Hayes, dramatic star of Bambi, wears a slave bracelet instead of a wedding band, and her husband's pet name for her is "Mousie." Jessica Dragonette never uses a sheet of music at her broadcasts. She has memorized more than five hundred songs and approximately seventy-five operettas in her ten years of broadcasting. Now here's what you want to know : Mrs. Henry W., Wickliffe, Ohio — The Story of Mary Marlin returned to the NBC-Red network early in September. For the time, I suggest that you turn to the Radio Mirror Rapid Program Directory, on Page 52, in the Monday column. Weldon J., Neelyville, Mo. — Connie Boswell is not broadcasting at the present moment. Of course, you must have heard of her recent marriage. A letter will be forwarded to her if you address it in care of the Columbia Broadcasting System, 485 Madison Avenue, New York. Mrs. P. C. F., Lafayette, La. — Thanks for your suggestions. Just keep scanning Radio Mirror's pages each month. I'm sure you'll find what you are looking for. Mrs. C. S. W., Watertown, New York — Warden Lawes' sponsors are the Sloan's Liniment people. The Ziegfeld Follies was sponsored by the makers of Palmolive soap. Muriel Wilson fans — Who do you think invaded the sanctum of The Oracle one day last week? None other than your good friend and founder of the Muriel Wilson fan clubs, Mrs. Crissie Conor of Buffalo, accompanied 50 by Anna Walsh of Brooklyn, New York. The Oracle, perfectly hidden from view by a huge crystal ball, heard all about the Muriel Wilson Fan Club convention which was held during the week of September 14, in New York City, to pay tribute to their favorite radio songstress. Mrs. Conors' visit was a touch Arthur Fields and Fred Hall are NBC's busy comics. Tune in their Streamliner's show every morning at nine. ing and inspiring one to say the least. Elizabeth P. S., Providence, R. I. — The story on A. L. Alexander in this issue, on page' 00, will tell you all you want to know about this benevolent person, and then some. As for Jean Paul King, he is now on the announcer's staff of Columbia's station WBBM, Chicago. Jean was born in North Bend, Nebraska. He received his education at high school there, at Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, and at the University of Washington; entered the radio field as a singer in Seattle, Washington, in 1924, after singing in motion picture theaters since he was fourteen years old. He is five feet, seven inches tall and weighs 145 pounds. Has brown eyes and brown hair. Mrs. A. G. M., South Boston, Mass. — The first part of the above answer will take care of your first question, Mrs. M. Alan Bunce, of the New York stage, plays the part of the doctor in David Harum. Mrs. Betty McC, Phila., Pa. — I'm sorry that I could not find out anything for you on Mr. Lawrence Goulds. He wasn't on the networks. I suggest that you write to your local stations in Philadelphia. They may be able to help you. (Continued on page 80)