Radio and television mirror (July-Dec 1951)

Record Details:

Title:
Radio and television mirror
Date:
July-Dec 1951
Publisher:
New York : Macfadden Publications, Inc.
Volume:
Radio and television mirror (Jan-June 1951)
Leaf #:
000483
Language:
English
Collection:
Broadcasting & Recorded Sound and Fan Magazines
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:
February 08, 2024
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INFORMATION BOOTH Ask your questions — we'll try to find the answers FOR YOUR INFORMATION If there's something you want to know about radio and television, write to Information Booth, Radio Television Mirror, 205 E. 42nd St., New York 17, N. Y. We'll answer if we can either in Information Booth or by mail — but be sure to sign your full name and address and attach this box to your letter. BETTER HALF Dear Editor: I would like to know something about Frances Langford, singer and actress on the TV show Star Time. Didn't she play Mrs. Bickerson on the radio? Wilmette, 111. J. W. Frances Langford was born in Lakeland, Florida and became a contralto by accident. She was born a soprano and was active in glee club work until a tonsillectomy changed her naturally-high voice into its present velvet tones. She originated the role of Mrs. Bickerson on the Edgar Bergen Show, playing opposite Don Ameche. LEADING MAN Dear Editor: I would appreciate it if you could print a picture of the man who plays Don Smith on Wendy Warren and the News. Is he heard on any other programs? Wichita, Kans. B. J. H. John Raby, who is heard as Don Smith, also portrays Harry Davis on When A Girl Marries. GILDY THE GREAT Dear Editor: Can you please tell me who is the new Gildersleeve and what happened to the person who used, to take the part? Richmond, Ind. Mrs. N. M. It's Willard Waterman (see photo) who is now heard as "Gildy." Harold Peary, who used to play the role, now stars in his own show, Wednesdays at 9 P.M. EST on CBS stations. ONE MAN'S HISTORY Dear Editor: Although this originally was a department for questions about radio, I notice you are now answering queries about television as well. Here's mine: Who played the part of Johnny Roberts on One Man's Family? How old is he; is he married and what is he doing now? Where can I write to find out more about him and other TV stars? East Providence, R. I.: Miss P. T. Michael Higgens left One Man's Family for the Broadway production of "Romeo and Juliet." The twenty-eight-year-old actor is married, has one son, Sean. For information about him and other video personalities write to the networks on which they appear. John Raby If IM THE BUGABOO! I TELL BRIDES THAT ASHES ARE 6000 FORTHE RUG. HA! HA! THEN I GRIND 'EM IN UNTIL TIME TO VACUUM AGAIN ! HORRORS! WHO GAVE HER THAT 6ISSELL SWEEPER FOR A WEDDING PRESENT? NOW THOSE ASHES AND BURNT MATCHES CANT WORK INTO HER NEW RUG AND SPOIL IT! BRIDE: ITS THE HANDIEST GIFT I GOT! WATCH THIS "BISCO-MATIC"* BRUSH ACTION DO THE W0RK,WITH NO PRESSURE ON THE HANDLE. YOU JUST GUDE IT-ON THICK OR THIN RUGS, OR UNDER LOW FURNITURE! DON'T LET THE RUG-A-BOO SET YOU ! GET A"BISCO-MATIC*BISSELL Only $6.95 up A little more in the West. wseiL Bissell Carpet Sweeper Company Grand Rapids 2, Michigan •Reg. U. S. Pat. Off. Bissell's full spring controlled brush. 19