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Show Pape Seven The Cache American. Losran. Cache Countv. Utah ' rU i Mpp'1 C looking at By SARAH FERGUSON UfClurf Npwpapr Svndlcitt. UNU By CIIERIE NICHOLAS day was sunleis. in all the cities end hamlets, bells had been removed from all the churches in Belgium. In the city square of Antwerp, the people were gathered, saddened, tense. The faces drawn children, close-lippeand serious, spoke In whispers if at all. They were strewing flowers and leaves over the bronze bells which the Cermans had demanded from the populace. No one paid any attention to Anton Beyden. Anton was not very bright Long ago, the Germans had looted stores and shops were homes robbed brass, iron and bronze were confiscated and now they had called for a thousand more tons of bronze. "But we have no more to give, the officer was informed. "You have the church bells," he snapped. "Give us those." Within the hour the enemy would come. The bells were already stacked in the square. Never again would they call the people to prayer at eventide. Little Anton turned away, pulling his wagon behind him. his wooden shoes clumping on the cob-sleHis windblown hair lay in thick blond curls on his forehead, ais blue denim blouse open at the neck, his pants long, shabby but clean. He was the son of Pierre Beyden who had been killed by a German officers car shortly after the occupation. Ever since. Anton's THE you get? The HOW evil can to be go aa far at swer seems an- you like. Look at the cinematic cads who have become idols of millions, ail because they gave out with that certain schmaltz when they smiled and got tough. Squish a grapefruit in a ladys pan and become an intemaUonal ldoL Fight the frails, fool em. kick em in the teeth. Thats right, boys, be a gold plated heel. Theres fame In being infamous; success in being snide; luxury in being a louse. AUn Ladd, who hauls home more fan mail than the rest of the Faramount boys, collected his claque through rugged, snarls and being quick on the draw. He was an overnight sensation in the role of the Raven. "This Gun for Hire" put Ladd in the top money class. "Mask of Dimltrios" brought immediate celebrity to Zachary Scott, who played the most baleful bum st possible. even You Can Do Such Clever Things, With Odd Scraps of Gay Print! The Bronze Bell He wasn't nice to his mother. Evil appeals to the romantic," said Scott whos right back being s. swinish in "Strange Honeymoon." since he's finished "Hold Autumn in Your Hand." "Its human nature to want to kick over the traces and be unconventional. Don't ask me why. But so few people have the nerve. Cases of wishful thinking are universal Evil somehow is regarded as colorful and evildoers are thought to have intestinal fortitude for daring to be what they are. "The public seems to find escapism in pictures about evil and the sinners themselves are looked upon as fascinating because they're dangerous, and danger appeals to the multitude because it offers respite from routine," says the new devil hero, Scott. By KATHLEEN NORRIS WIFE is so darned Oi Vi I cheerful, writes a 1 V JL man from Butte, Mont., that you cant help loving her! It seems to me that no sweeter or more sincere tribute was ever paid a woman. There was a soundness and fineness about this mans letter that struck a heartening note in these days of broken homes and easy divorces. BEYOND CALL OF DVTV We seldom read about the wives and mothers who are quietly doing their part without fanfare, in good times and bad, in happiness and in sorrow, The selfish, the unfaithful, the undutiful wi ves get in the news, but the great majority, who are doing all that can be expected of them, seldom get a line of commendation. Then there are some women whose courage, energy and unalterable cheerfulness is so extraordinary, that they seem almost to be superhuman. They are daily giving the best that is in them and far more than anyone has a right to demand. Such a wife is described in who carried this article-- one on in poverty and sorrow with a bouyant heart. On the other hand, she has not changed by a touch of prosperity she did not ask for luxuries to compensate for her endurance of difficulties. "Weve had 14 years of joys and sorrows," his letter goes on, and when the smoke blows over, just one Evil Linger a On person is carrying on, sensibly and Although "Public Enemy" was quietly and bravely, and that's produced years ago, that touching Molly. When we were married I was sequence wherein James Cagney making $200 a month, and three wallops Mae Clarke with a grapeyears later, with a second baby fruit is still recalled but lovingly by coming, I was laid up with muscular rheumatism for almost a year. the baddies. That performance definitely estabMolly carried on, had her baby, lished Cagney in motion pictures. worked, borrowed, managed some-noand always was cheerful! Today hes starring in independent "Financially we got straightened productions produced by his brother Bill, and has just finished a new out again, paid bills, began to buy a rugged portrayal in "Blood on the home, and our third child, our first Sun." boy, was bom. Those were good Clark Gable owes his start to dirty years. But when Pete was five years doings in a sagebrush thriller, "The old, he was killed by a car driven Painted Desert. straight across the sidewalk and carry a woman over the dark abyss Gable hadnt even been heard of into the garden wh&re he was playbefore when he was hired for that ing with his sistersA Molly carried that opens before her feet when an a few only son is torn from her by the job. But with the release of The on. Our third girl was bom cruel carelessness of an irresponsiPainted Desert all worries ceased months later. "Then came the war, and the im- ble driver. Cheerfulness does not for Gable. He snagged an contract and everlasting fame. porting firm for which I worked face illness, weariness, doubt, anxiFrom Pasadena Playhouse obscu- went to the wall; no job, no sav- ety and change with a head held widowed and high and colors flying. rity to a dynamic bit as a downed ings, and my mother, Others Come First. Nazi aviator who provided Greer an invalid, came to live with us. We Garson a few horrible minutes in rented our house, moved into town, Vith Molly, fundamentally, and was "Mrs. Miniver is the tale of Hel- shortened sail everywhere. This first of all, comes thought for others. before the big defense plants and She will not let them see that she is mut Dantine. started. His name was on every casting the big salaries got Us Once. hurt. Nobody must feel any worse Never Failed because Molly is stricken. Selfish directors lips once his nasty Nazi into The joy and hope Molly put will not bring little Pete back; interpretation was seen. Warners will never be forgot- grief cornered the newcomers signature our lives then never failed us once. and if the others see her serene ten by me. She and busy, interested in their welon a term deal and hes been causHer life had been shattered; fare, their interests, since. ever just as she aling the heroines panic had brought her anwill it far to make go All of which hasnt affected Dantine motherhood was, ways had contributed months of life seem good to them with the girls of the world. They guish, I again. sickness, helplessness, unemploythink hes just divine. We are going to need many womment. But wherever she was, the liten like this in the years immediateList Keeps Growing tle girls were laughing, and she was ahead of us. Women will look at ly hospitality As a menace in "Ship Ahoy" a laughing with them; the conditions of their lives and home meals, nor nonof good wasnt ended, Ked Skelton conglomeration say to themselves; "this is just affecsense John Hodiak arose from the home fires, home talk. Her what I have said I couldnt bear of mothers my tionate That appreciation multitude of contractees. ' kelpfor mother, with mending and and here it is. Women will find quality brought him "Lifeboat did all she the men who come back from war opposite Tallulah Bankhead. The watching the children, love her are almost strangers; women must mother Homade my could, rest has been gravy for Master care for a crippled husband or son, future is real- like a true daughter. diak, whose a blind husband or son, all the rest most "This is my tribute to the ly bright. of their lives. Women who have We had. ever man wife any Gene Kelly realizes the value of gallant will no money troubles now, and been financially independent, back now being a heel. From being a per- have find must that go they d in Pal Joey," a we have three lovely little girls to to the status of sonable housekeeper, or else us. But musical Kelly attracted go on into better times with Broadway itself. Women sacrifice marriage be never can I is ahead, Hollywood's eye. His introduction whatever must meet every mental and beside is woman this while afraid a as guy you to the camera was If psychopathic problem in those they loved hating in "For Me and My me. love; depression, despair, distaste What a dirty life he gave Gal. for work of any kind, cynicism as readbe a letter Could pleasanter Judy Garland! regards the future, bitter disillusionabout how. But know The champion nasty character of ing? I dont are wrong, Walter. ment. them all is George Sanders, who one thing you Brace your soul for this postwar "Cheerfulness." mere not is This saunters back and forth between more or less natu- ordeal. It wont last; things do ada is Cheerfulness the Georges and angels. the devil conditions that can come from just themselves; hateful dandy in "Lloyds of Lon- ral quality; it from youthful opti- seem insufferable have a way of don brought him to our notice. It perfect health, even smoothing out. Normal home life is and high spirits, was his first big splash. Hes been mism a great tonic for bruised nerves sefishness. and shallowness from I and dont splashing ever since, What Molly has is something and spirits, and even the blind mean in a bathtub, either. much finer than that. She has the once the first shock is over, are not Yes, it pays to be bad. rare fineness of a soul and mind necessarily unhappy people. Any actor, aspiring for fame, One woman like Molly in every and purified by fire. To be tried destihis heaven make not should hushome would solve the whole worlds sick a with conhopeful, comforting, are roles film nation, as far as band and dependent babies is not problem in the approaching days of cerned, but arm himself with a It is true reconstruction. Be that woman in mere "cheerfulness. the charm and horns pitchfork and Cheerfulness will not your household. saintliness. multitude. w he-m- R.K.O. has signed Maureen Invalid. Fabulous "The for OHara This play is taken from the Broadway hit by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman. Its a drama of the American theater, told through the career of a famous actress, and will be done in technicolor. The role will give her a chance to do some real acting as well as look beautiful. .. . Dinah Shore serenaded sailors on a warship at San Pedro the other morning. At sunrise she sang "Oh. What a Beautiful Morning. Garments d new or hand-kni- t garment, here is an easy method. Sprinkle two heavy bath towels slightly and spread the garment between them, pulling to desired measurements and pinning to shape. (Before washing it is handy to lay garment on paper or cloth and draw outline to use in reshaping.) Cover with a board or other firm, flat surface. Weight this down and leave until the garment is without dry. A light washing, also gives a finished look. Hand-Kn- it Blocking To "block Answer to Her Prayer a steam-pressin- was laid up for year. . . . that this type of dress will be newly-washe- Its about the remnants and the swatches of gay print we are talking. Hidden they do not away In a scrap-bag- , but seem to mean anything, under the magic touch of a girl who can sew and has ideas of her own, wonders can happen. Its really surprising the clever whimsies that can be concocted out of even tiny bits of pretty print To have and to hold In readiness one simple black or navy basic dress In any of the attractive cotton weaves or of wool Jersey or crepe that lends itself to many changes of accessories is a worthwhile economy gesture. You will find if you make it a hobby to conjure up all sorts of pretty accessory items to dress mother had taken in washing to your simple basic gown up or down, according to where and when you earn a living. Before her marriage Inshe had lived at the rectory, a true wear it that you have helped and trusted servant. Among her valuably to balance your wardrobe many customers was Mme. Phillipe, budget. wife of the rector. Perhaps you have a length of print Mme. Phillipe helped Anton lift left over from the dress or blouse the large basket into his wagon. She you recently made, or perchance In raised the lid for him to peer inside, a moment of high enthusiasm you bought a remnant because the then carefully closed it again, holdshe arm. the him Anton, print was so pretty you couldnt reby ing to impress sist. Why not make a dainty peplum whispered, determined him with the importance of what dickey that is as smart worn with a e dress as pictured as it is she was about to say. "Here is a worn under a suit jacket. The model precious treasure. Tell your mother shown here is of white to hide it until the war is over. glazed chintz. The red grosgrain ribThe boy started off, subconsciousbelt worn with it enhances the bon ly aware of Mme. Phillipes warnBe sure to note the clever effect ing. At the end of the road he arrangement which adds pocket stopped. Always about this time the to the chic and charm of practicality to He paused Angelus bell rang. item to include most this attractive pray prayer and the bell went to- in your wardrobe of smart accesgether. He clasped his hands and sories. bowed his head. And then he thought If youve been reading latest fashof Hans Mueller, the thirteen-year-ol- d ion notes, you already know that one German bully. newest style developments of the A cold fear possessed him. His e is the overblouse dress. This went mouth and his weak legs grew long-tors- o a teams printed to bell forthe dry as he waited with a plain skirt. It is said ring. He had stood longer than usual top when he spied the young Nazi running at top speed. With intense fury Anton remembered. Something within him cautioned him to guard "this precious treasure with his life. Instinctively he knew the boy would run off with it. With a shriek of rage he threw himself on his tormentor and knocked Hans down, trampling him with his wooden clogs. A strange new light shone in Antons eyes. They were dark-blu- e pools now. He felt like a great soldier who had suddenly overcome a whole army by himself. In the square the precious bells were already being loaded on trucks and vehicles of every size and kind. Anton trudged on, his head high, pretending not to see what was taking place in his beloved city. But the next day he had almost forgotten again as he went to his customary place to pray. A queer contraction of the throat attacked him as he waited waited for the bell to ring. The Germans had removed the Angelus and God, God and the Angelus were one in Anton's feeble mind. A pall lay over the city. People went about their business with pale anxious faces. Their hope was gone. Then suddenly, unexpectedly, the Allies arrived. . . . But there was no sounding of the glad tidings in Belgium, as there had been in France. Then miraculously, out of nowhere, a bell was heard to ring in soft uneven strokes. Little Anton smiled to himself. Then he began to laugh hysterically full sweep of the skirt gives it a he laughed and laughed. . . . His dramatic quality, combined with wan face grew softly serious, and a feminine loveliness. After quaint beautiful smile parted his lips. graduation it will make the perfect . . . The hated Nazis hadnt been cool dinner and dance frock. You able to destroy his Angelus. He and will find this charming gown a real the rectors wife had outwitted them. standby all the summer through as He thought of the "bronze treasit requires a minimum of upkeep ure he had taken back to the recsince the finish in the organdy is tory in a hamper, one morning. permanent. SAVE the scraps! one-piec- rose-printe- d two-piec- - Graduation Dress fea- tured all through the summer and again In the fall as it fits Into fabric program keyed to wartime economy. These simple long overblouses with their brief sleeves require a minimum of material and the fact that they are so simple and easy to make is nothing less than opportunity knocking at the door of the girl who has learned to sew. Note the overblouse shown to tha right above. Merely a remnant of print Is aU that youll need to h make It Wear it with a skirt for evening and with shorter length for day. And now for using up the scrapsl An ambitious girl made for herself a dirndl-typ- e skirt of bright print with which she wore a black rayon crepa bodice. There was a mere trifle of the print left but one piece was large enough to include the bouquet motif. This thrifty little lady had a vision and this Is how she made this vision a reality: She carefully cut out the flower motif (it was a quaint bouquet tied with baby blue ribbon)' and appliqued it on the bodice to tha left of the lowcut neckline. It not only unified the dress, but the effect was charming beyond words, imparting an air of exclusiveness J modes. found only in high-styl- e this the is rage Gay print applique season on sports clothes, also on dainty summer afternoon gowns. The sketches scattered about in tha background give you a fair idea of what's being done with applique cutouts this year. It's a fascinating pastime to cut out florals and other motifs and apply them in various ways. If you are taking up the applique idea in a big way you can save time and patience by using the applique attachment that comes with the modem sewing machine. You can get instructions at any local sewing center in just a few moments time. You can also applique by whipedges or by ping about tumed-i- n buttonholing all around. It is more practical to do it the machine way. floor-lengt- Released by Western Newspaper Union. , Petticoat, Gilet Combined, Make In the new petticoat and halter-nec- k gilet combination, women find a garment very much to their liking. It comes as a first aid to neat dressing in that the gilet you wear with your suit is made to "stay put with no coming apart at the waistline for it is seamed on to the petticoat. This season designers have elaborated on the idea, styling these e garments so attractively they can be worn as sunback dresses. You will find in this seasons petticoat and gilet combinations such practical and adaptable e fashions as a plaid taffeta that tops a petticoat with a smart halter that ties about the neck. Smart to wear with a navy jacket or redingoat suit! Then there is the dark satin sheath which can be worn with a tailored suit during the day and alone with a flower at the waist, for a short evening dress. A summer dickey style with a halter neckline has a soft taffeta bow tie at the throat. It Is chic to wear sweatwith your low-ccostume. It la er and wool-skiwise to have a number of these on hand for the summer and early faQ. two-in-on- one-piec- rt Knitted Fashion Is Growing in Favor A keen Interest in knitted fashions is being shown by women who, from experience have proved that for practical wear theres nothing that surpasses the serviceability of knitted dresses and suits. Coronation blue is a color that is going over big in the knitted fashions. A d smart new version shown In a dress keeps the skirt and the very short sleeves in a monotone. knitting the bodice part In multicolor horizontal stripes. hand-knitte- |