Radio and television mirror (Nov 1939-Apr 1940)

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What Do You Want to Say? (Continued from page 3) work done, it won't make a particle of difference to me if Grandpa Crabtree continues to contend that "this radio is just another fool fad!" — Mrs. R. H. Fletcher, Carrollton, Ga. FOURTH PRIZE Can Radio Keep Us Out of War? I wish to commend our American radio for the fairness it has shown both sides in news reports of the present European conflict. Reports of bombings and such have been given in a cool, calm, objective manner with no attempt to draw conclusions or place the finger of blame, only giving reports from the various sources as received. Of course, there have been several commentators who let their prejudice and emotions run away, but on the whole, the war news has been delivered to us in a highly satisfactory manner. If our radio can continue in this vein, we Americans will be better prepared to throw off propaganda. America must stay out of this war! That is one of radio's prime responsibilities.— Thelma Louise Smith, Memphis, Tenn. FIFTH PRIZE A Challenge to the "Lady in Maine" A lady in Maine remarks that . . . "It is no wonder children of today start out in life with a snarl and end up that way" . . . because of "screeching and squabbling radio broadcasts." That's all hooey! Children and adults snarled before we ever had radio broadcasts. It isn't because of what they hear on the radio. They are just the snarling kind. My child has listened to this type of broadcast for years and she's still as sweet as they come. — Mrs. Clyde C. Carlson, Spokane, Wash. SIXTH PRIZE Think it over, Rudy I understand that Rudy Vallee is thinking of disbanding his orchestra and starting a career as an actor. I'm not writing to criticise Rudy, but maybe he would be making a serious mistake in making such a move. Personally, I think Rudy is a swell band leader and master of ceremonies. Rudy still "packs them in" with the Connecticut Yankees — but would Rudy Vallee, the actor? Think well before stepping into oblivion, Rudy. — W. J. Donovan, Lewiston, Maine. SEVENTH PRIZE Her Wish Was Granted About May 25 I submitted the following suggestion: "I am confident that a new Sherlock Holmes series, featuring Basil Rathbone in the title role, would be welcomed by many radio listeners. "My family and friends used to enjoy that program very much and missed it greatly when it stopped. "If this program could be put on in the evening I am sure it would prove as popular as it did when it was conducted by Mr. Hector, and would be looked forward to eagerly." I notice that this program has already been started, so although I did not receive credit, my suggestion was followed. — Florence Elliott, Chicago. JANUARY, 1940 Beginning Next Month ANOTHER GREAT TRUE STORY CONTEST $25,000.00 in Prizes Here are the important facts. A new true story contest will begin on Tuesday, January 2nd, next. It will run for four months through January, February, March and April, closing on Tuesday April 30, 1940. There will be ten master prizes of $1000 each — 30 other prizes of $500 each, forty in all, totaling $25,000. Think what 10 master prizes of $1,000 means! To win one of them your story does not have to be the best, nor the fifth best, nor the ninth best. It can even be the tenth best and still you will receive just as much for it as though it were the very best true story submitted. And then think what thirty prizes of $500 each means! If your story falls anywhere between eleventh and fortieth best you will get $500 for it regardless of its position in the lineup. We doubt if we have ever made a more attractive offer. And then again, do not forget that in addition to prize winning stories we buy many other true stories each year at our regular rate (approximately 2c per word) which means that even if your story falls slightly below the prize winning grade we may purchase it from you at a good figure provided we can use it. We are giving you this advance information so that you can begin immediately to. prepare your story. If you have never taken part in True Story contests by all means send for a free copy of "Facts You Should Know About True Story Magazine," which will describe to you the method of presenting true stories which has proved to be most effective. A coupon is provided for your convenience. Watch the February issue of this and allied Macfadden magazines (on sale during January) for complete contest rules, prize schedule and other important information. Do not miss this splendid opportunity to add materially to your income. MACFADDEN PUBLICATIONS, Inc. P. O. BOX 629. GRAND CENTRAL STATION, NEW YORK, N. Y. COUPON Macfadden Publications, Inc., Dept. 40C P. O. Box 629, Grand Central Station New York, N. Y. Please send me my free copy of your booklet entitled "Facts You Should Know About True Story Magazine." Name Street Town State (PRINT PLAINLY. GIVE NAME OF STATE IN FULL.) 69