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Show EMERY COUNTY PROGRESS. CASTLE DALE. UTAH te Woman's World i4 GERALD Dnke ilcCala, private detective, Js the murder ol Curt Vallalneourt, who waa about to marry Veronica doilare. Bigelow, heireei to thirty million She la the principal auspeet MeCale learna of a deep plot to keep control of the (rent fortune in the family through a deal with Vallalneourt. Shari Lynn, Vallaincourta former wife, ia ehot to death. Someone Urea at MeCale, wounda ing aim in the ahoulder. McCain to the Bigelow mansion where Sybil, Verenlcaa mother, haa been slugged. She as searching in an old trunk. MeCale flnds a large black silk handkerchief In the trunk that puzzlea him. Miss Adelaide Bigelow la not able to place It, either. Refresh Wardrobe by Restyling Garments No Longer in Fashion BROWN W.N.U. FEATURES fair, even though he was married to that night She surprised Vallain Shari Lynn at the time. He and court with her, and believe me, surShari probably had some sort of prised was the word for Curt H (Bu arrangement for the only business was utterly nonplussed when Karer Vallalneourt practiced was preying walked in. She was observed bj THINK we can divide women on wealthy women." my secretary and myself; by hei into two groups when they look Miss Bigelows chin came up. She husband who was there on his owr into their old clothes closets. seemed to be steeling herself for account probably to watch fot Theres the first group who make a Shari Lynn. Sybil was there, too. what she knew was to come. face and who try to get rid of She and Karen met on the steps. wry Vallalneourt probably intended No these garments as quickly as posdoubt she was upset over the to marry Victoria until he found Then theres the second sible. rumor that Curt had been seen with that the Bigelow fortune was con- the These women thoughtfully group. Lynn woman, and in her mudtrolled by you, to be passed on to each garment, consult their up pick dled way, wanted to see for Veronica at her marriage." fashion notes and convert the To Veronicas husband, Mr. dresses into something that could Hard bunches showed against have come from a smart departjawline and his face looked ment store. ; He held up his hand. Yes, yes. relentless in the shadows. To the smart woman, theres not How he obtained that information VallainThe next dress no matter how old, that is theory, but not illogical theory. afternoonCurt cannot prove useful if she is clever In view of the nonchalance of his court was shot on your doorsteps. Miss Bigelow sat up straight, with the needle. Some garments character at that time and the open, too worldly outlook of both Victoria shaking herself out of her reverie. naturally will require a good deal and Stephen, it is not wrong to asWe we saw the murderer? she of restyling or even complete alteration. Others will need just a slight sume that, in a moment of raillery, whispered. in neckline or skirt to make change they told him. Possibly they menhe answered Yes, slowly. them tioned that he was barking up the completely new and reThink back. What was it we saw?" freshed. wrong tree that while you allowed Why," she faltered, there was Dresses frequently discarded are Vicky and Stephen generous allowa woman with red hair. Veronica!" Verold formals which look so woeances, the real gold bags were he said. No, Not Veronica. begone when they come out of closonicas, with your and Sybils apThat was Shari in a red ets. Yet look at the beautiful mateLynn course. whole of Yes, the proval, rials in them, and think for a thing must have been hatched be- wig. She gave a cry of surprise. moment how nicely they could be fore Victoria and Stephen came Then made into perfectly beautiful househome to prepare the way, for in the g meantime Vallalneourt had to dl- No. She did not shoot him. ; She coats, new formals or suits. was not near enough. She saw, who If the neckline on an old formal did and tried to blackmail afterIs hopeless. Its an easy matter to ward, to her sorrow. this. Perhaps you will buy a alter Then it must have been the othof net and work this into a new bit er one the other woman the one type of yoke and sleeves. Sequinned in the raincoat. straps may be taken apart and used That was Sybil. She saw the at the wrists aseen in so many murder, but in her confusion did of the gowns showing Grecian innot recognize the murderer then. fluence. Or, take the sequins apart Think, Miss Bigelow. When we and use them as a decoration looked out of the t window two ' or around the neckline, or clustered three times in those few minutes together in a design or flower. before the shot think. Wasnt there someone else there? Someone al- Make s Velvet Housecoat ready waiting? Out of an Old Formal He picked up the black kerchief If you have an old velvet formal and dropped it in her lap. She or dinner dress of prewar vintage, stared at it blankly for a long horto discover rible moment. Then she understood. you may be delighted that the velvet is of an exquisite "Yes yes. she said, finally. Awful for SybiL Oh, God! She buried her face in quivering hands. In the silence that followed. heard a soft footfall outside the door. Someone was tiptoeing quickly, furtively, toward the serv, ice stairs. In. a flash it came to MeCale that during the time he had spent in preparing Miss Bigelow for the coming arrest, his lengthy explanation, his gift of gab had given someone the needed few minutes to "Yon sore this Is the guy, Dnke? plan escape. For a moment he felt vorce Shari Lynn, no doubt promispanic, not knowing what to do next, 1 you beve on old formal . ing that when he got his hands on where to turn. Excitement raised the money and had salted away a the hair on the back of his hands. quality. Restore it to life by steamfew million, he would renege and He controlled himself with a ti- ing, or have It cleaned professiontanic effort of will. remarry Shari. ally. Not stopping to explain to the old She shuddered. Your daughter may be looking for How horrible. But Stephen and Victoria? What lady who sat motionless, he raced one of the new hare shoulder forout into the hall, threw open the mals to wear at her high school would they have gained? front door. He was in a frenzy. dance, and this might be Just the He ran down the front steps into material for her. There will probWhile MeCale Talks blinding sleet. ably be enough for just such a The Murderer Escapes For a moment, he was utterly be- dress. If not, select a small quan"Thats where the real Machia- fuddled. Anger mounted in him like tity of wide grosgrain in matchvellian touch came in. Victoria, no a flame anger at himself. He had ing color and use it at the skirt or doubt thought Curt would marry lost. He turned to retrace his steps around the bodice for trimming. her eventually and that they would when he heard a sound near him. Another good idea for the velvet live on Veronicas money. You see, He looked into the dark wetness and garment is a housecoat. If there is there were two women Curt fooled. saw a form materialize out of noth- not quite enough material to make Fooled? ing and walk toward the curb. He a comfortable coat of this type, Of course. But to go back a bit recognized the pants, plan to use coral and lime draping Victoria brought Curt home as a pea jacket and round hat of a sailor. at the front, as this is a very effecfriend she had run into in New He stepped up to him quickly, tive combination with black velvet York. He wooed Veronica, who forAmong the innumerable uses for for a cigarette, and said, fumbling got her childhood romance with "Got a light, buddy? this velvet you might discover that Christopher Storm overnight in the the dress could be remodeled into A match flared suddenly and excitement of the biological spell looked up over the flame to a Victorian or Renaissance style Vallalneourt was able to cast Evinto the dangerously narrowed formal for current wear. Recut the stare erything was going fine. The wed- blue neckline, making It a square or eyes of Stephen Bigelow. ding over, a few months for Curt to sweetheart type, and add a bit of man The gave a growl making a lace ruffling to manipulate the Bigelow money, and give charm. This Victoria would have Curt. Stephen quick gesture with his right hand. lace might also be used as an Insert would have he thought Karen. I wouldnt do that, MeCale in the skirt or as a decoration This block around the wrists. Miss Bigelow closed her eyes in said, his voice harsh. MeCale continued in a is lousy with police. Youd better anguish. come quietly. Every one of them Consider the Material rush of words. a gun. Theyve got a bead on When has conStorm was Even Christopher Doing Restyling right now. Theyll shoot to you vinced of Vallaincourts sincerity. Just as you select a new dress kill" He had met Curt that morning and its appropriate material you Then Bigelow said, Not before I in a rush of boyish feeling had deeded The Nest the house he had built get you, they dont He fumbled in for Veronica and himself. That left his coat and laughed hysterically the others out in the cold. Better now that Veronica should marry Should Have Storm than Vallalneourt if he was Noticed That Sailor going to turn his back on them. In that instant, McCales knee would see at that they least Storm, had their allowances, maybe some- came up with all the force he could thing more. But Curt in his com- muster. Bigelow gave a sharp cry could not be re- of agony and doubled up on (he sideplete about-faclied upon. He might cut them off walk, tripping MeCale as he went completely, in disgust with himself down. It was not until that moYou can't take ment that Rocky loomed up out of and them, too. chances with a reformed rake. He the fog. ia liable to become very Gosh! MeCale heard Rocky Make a Porky suit from it. and unapproachable. You see? say as he gripped the fallen man must consider material when reto had die. Curt Vallaincourt under the shoulders, bringing him I think you will find that modeling. You The sure this Navy! Miss Bigelow's eyes remained upright. old taffeta and satin formals can be closed. She was breathing heavily. is the guy, Duke? suits either No less. MeCale gingerly felt made into bright perky MeCale hurried on. for yourself or a teen-ag-e daughon which he had arm wounded the Vallaincourt of course, had told ter. Mr. fallen. Stephen Bigelow in the These materials are luxurious only Veronica, to whom he had uniform of Uncle Sam. He joined made full confession, and Christoonce the He remember? navy pher Storm because he was forced must have saved his suit Oh yes, to, and Shari Lynn. Shari Lynn, fatalistic in all things, probably and his pistoL By the way, see if more so about the enigmatic Curt his black kerchief is missing, was. set out to do a little blackmailing. Hats remain more flirtatious than Bigelow mounted the steps behe come that clean hadnt Knowing for the new year. Youll be ever and the officer. All tween Rocky to the four who were in the plot seeing bright plumes, tufted satins she started plans for extortion. Shq the fight was gone from him. and plenty of posies in the new A squad car slid up to the curbgot in touch with Karen and threatened to let the cat out of the bag stone as MeCale turned to follow headgear. Other hats seem to be before the wedding bells rang. Al- the trio. He walked over to it and with sequins and more sequins, and though they all knew that something opened the door with a flourish. no limit on colors in this theres was wrong, that there was a rat bowed DonHe Welcome! as Youll find plenty of department somewhere, Karen decided to be on levy stepped out Late as usual silrer and gold sequins along with the safe side. She took $500 with Lieutenant. ones. ? her to The White Abbey for Lynn (TO BE CONTINUED) GESCREEMRADIO Released by Western Newspaper Union. (Brlta J4a(ey By VIRGINIA VALE was when movie TIME had to be dark; to be I hur-rle- romantic; John Gilbert and ILwV Then the Rudolph Valentino were conScot h ri sidered ideal. But now the Perennial He wasT blonds are coming into their attack. to children in the Paramount At own. Sterling string broke. Hol- He fingered it, feeling the coarse pull of the silk. A signal seemed to flow from the material in his hand along his arm, into his brain. His thoughts clouded, then grew bright, with as they played the infinitesimal shadow of an idea. He sat on his haunches, rooted to the spot, unwilling to let the flickering image go. Suddenly, revelation poured over his mind like a searchlight; He jumped up. Placing a firm hand on Miss Bigelows arm, he guided her, surprised and bewildered, to the stairway. "We must go down immediately, Is everyone at home? he said. You said Christopher Storm was here. Yes. They are all here somewhere. Must you see them all? Not yet 7 f He strode ahead of her on the third floor hall. He reached the door of the second floor drawing room before she was halfway down the second stairway. V As he went in, Karen stopped playing. She sat cold and austere at the piano, letting her long fingers rest quickly on the keyboard. She turned toward him as he quickly crossed the room to her side. You drew $800 at your bank this morning. He hurled the statement hide-and-se- ek at her. Why? A sullen smile turned up one corner of her mouth. She shrugged. He waved a hand in exasperation. Me-Ca- Very well. You dont talk. You do know why the murderer did not kill Sybil this afternoon. He was aware that she drew away from That was a mistake, wasnt him. it, not finishing the job? She set her mouth in a hard line. He looked his exasperation. He shrugged then and turned to the door, where stood a startled Miss Bigelow. In the library once more, MeCale called his own number. Hullo, boss. 'Did you get those pictures? A list? Read them off. Okay, coming through. A couple of football players; some guys in a canoe; a petty officer; a jockey (no horse); a marine, kind of ted-looking; an army lieutenant; and whoops, an acrobat! Uh uh. Just what I thought Okay. Hop on over here. Where are you? Oh. I forgot to tell you. The Bigelows. Make it snappy. This is dejec- the kill." He dialed headquarters, asked for Donlevy. Donlevy, Im at the Bigelows. Can you get over here on the double quick? Ive solved the Vallaincourt-Lyn- n business. Proof? Of course Ive got proof. Yeah. In twenty minutes sooner if you can. snug-fittin- le g ful-- 1 sure It came as he held the receiver a moment too long at his ear. He beard Donlevy put down his instrument Then, so nearly after it that the sound was almost simultaneous, came another soft click, as someone else carefully cradled a receiv- er. MeCale and Miss Bigelow were in the library. He leaned against the mantle and spoke in a soft ruthless voice. This is the end. Miss Bigelow, It will be all over in a few minutes. The police are on fhelr way. he said. Both you Strange, and I saw the murderer the afternoon of Curt Vallaincourts death. Besides that all the clues have pointed in the same direction. I, at least should have remembered the complete picture of that afternoon. Clues? She Pointing shook her head. Yes a figure in the dark outside the house that afternoon. Sybil bathed in sherry in order to drown out what she saw. A visit by Karen to The Abbey Club the night before. A picture missing from the collection of Shari Lynns admirers. A revolver in a family, where, to everyone's knowledge, a revolver had never been owned, and last, but not least, not at all the least this. He drew the black .silk handkerchief from his pocket Her brow wrinkled. But but I still dont under- to? stand." He went on, softly, inexorably. The trouble in solving this crime lies in the fact that in the failure of the original plot everyone had a motive. You are aware by now of the plan to gain control of the Bigelow millions through Curt Vallain-couStephen met Curt in Chicago, through Victoria or vice versa. Curt and Victoria had an a f- rt 7 e, DiV'ti-color- ed raS two lt J So worn Landlord; Pect to get for $3oo.) fights? Too Wise fa i Kind Lady: back again? Aren't man I gave a piecej I week? I didn't ej Lucille Ball introduces a bit of whimsy in the fashion field In Hunt Strombergs Personal Column wears a hat which has feathers dyed in a polka dot pattern, with a slip to match! Its an idea whipped up by Elois Jennsen, Strombergs fashion designer, who got her first big picture break when she did Hedy Lamarrs clothes for Dishonored Lady, and its certainly an original one. again. Beggar: I6C O 1 didn't. 10FESSC IT'S How About Bern He: Do you v residents wife? She: T d rather k A New I wonder T AN KTOf T WAN' 1 J why j Experts at Warner Bros., think men are so goodW of secret the discovered theyve Probably bees Dane Clarks appeal to the fair sex. diem so long to & They say Its because he smol-- through. INTRODUCTIj Typical of Hansen Bangs flair for the bolero Is this wine wool suit worn with a pink tucked crepe blouse. Roll collar and buttoned shirt cuffs lend piquancy to the jacket Four flaps simulate .pockets. and require rather high style to set them off properly. For the present season you might like to make them into a lovely suit perhaps with a modified bustle. First select a good pattern and then prepare the material for your project This will probably require ripping the whole garment apart as the remodeling will be a complete change from the former garment. Pay particular attention to such detail as the sleeves and the bustle and follow the pattern carefully. If there is not quite enough material use contrasting ribbon, or modify the style just a little to suit the individual wearer. Bustles are attractive only if they are styled correctly. A dress form is handy to have for moulding the lines carefully, as they may require slight adaptation from the original style. Pin and baste carefully and then try the effect on the actual person and make any other necessary adjustments before putting iq the final stitches. You will have to sew both of these fabrics carefully to make them look their best Allow plenty of room, as they do not give when worn. When sewing sheer material set the machine stitches carefully, and test on a strip of fabric before you do any actual sewing on the accessory you are making. You may also use tissue paper underneath the material when sewing, as this gives the material more body while you stitch. This is easily ripped off when you finish the sewing. . Me-Ca- le Involved Motives Arc Unravelled V A Poor sis Worried Tenant: fresh-lookin- ' X 5 Hayden, Sonny Tufts, William den, William Bendix, Howard da Silva and Johnny Sands, all blonds, are cast in Blaze of Noon," a story of early commercial flying. A second attraction is the fact that some of the most valuable planes in the country, dating from World War I and now practically museum pieces, will be shown in action. Me-Cale- s CHAPTER XVI ll. Planning Wardrobes There are many interesting ways of choosing clothing for yourself. One of the best ways of appearing your most attractive is always to choose colors that blend well or contrast with your own personal type of beauty; If you have a lovely home, look to the colors you use in your rooms and "borrow" them i for your wardrobe. Or, if you have a lovely picture print in color, test the colors agdinst your own complexion and see if they cant furnish inspiration for. your clothing. Check all colors you would use on yourself from all angles. See what they do for you under different lighting, and when you are certain they flatter you always, use them as a basis for your wardrobe. Its always a good idea to have one or two good basic dresses in the wardrobe, and several sets of accessories to go with them. If you have a suit, make sure It fiU perfectly, and then build a wardrobe around it with different blouses and dickies, hats, shoes and other accessories. First Patient Hoi! Pm aching from net Second Patient: 1 DANE CLARK Elevated to stardom because ders. of his performance in That Way with Women, hes now smoldering in "Deep Valley.' you. Im ' un-les- s EGGIE Lewis fra! MRS.' NILE Befuddled, fe Drunk walking j a telephone jr round Milo Boulton, emcee of We the the to this pi gate recently flew from New all night. People, York to Detroit to do a 20 second narration for an industrial movie. He Too Late probably set a record for short and She: You told i snappy business transactions withwere married that j U'D BETTf ROOM, HOW IT YOU, HERN I in an hour he was on his way home. off. Robert Merrill star of the RCA Victor program, rides to the 6th floor of the NBC building in a freight elevator these Sundays, and wishes hed thought of it sooner and saved his neckties through muffler and all fans snipped pieces from his era words. He: 1 new And t On General A O Father: - Now,) I punished yak why There w . Son: the life whale you vats. now you dont bo, it! Sinatra fans may, have to be curbed or limited as to age, but Perry Comos Supper Club will continue to be open to all comers. As a rule theyre very well behaved, but if they let out a shriek now and then its forgiven. He: "I wife might his experiences as a bomber pilot in private life, but in Frank Capras Its a Wonderful Life he has to. Talking to Donna Reed, who plays his wife, he cuts loose with some vivid and of course believable description. But its in character, because in the picture hes telling about the .exploits of Todd Earns, whos cast as his brother. donV5 be ffA Sugar-C- I think Til t ft go aidst my health, FELL Attention SWA PRECISION! P- Direct from plant Solve your mpcojrp P, writing to toll 1 of model to PACIFIC EM6 Bos 1SS - toW'1 e . Professor Quiz can answer practically any question, but when he trips up its likely to be a question Which way involving an animal What kind does a pigs tail curl? On of noise does a rabbit make? those he was right save for exceptions. But when he said that, when a cat washes its face, it holds its paw stationary and rubs its face against it, he got hundreds of When Joseph Cotten appeared on a "Hallmark Readers Digest program on CBS he was swamped by autograph seekers. One starry-eye- d e docyoung woman thrust a ument into his hands for his signature, but, recalling advice given him .by his lawyer, he looked through the pages carefully and discovered the document was a love letter, addressed to the autograph-seeker- ! Don't ,b l five-pag- 'j fteaienyour' yourtonwbJiJ, you from painful ODDS AND ENDS Bens Wanner, of RKOt "Trail Street," bos fust finished decorating George "Gabby" Hayes new Palm Springs borne, Ken Nile other radio and film commitments forced him to bow out as am nouncer on Arlene Francis "Affairs o, Ann Scotland" radio show; Knox Manning replaces him. . . , Olivia do Habit-lanbos discharged her agent, business manager and publicity man, and turned tbeir duties over to bet new husband, Marcus Goodrich. . . . Ann Sargent of "Right to Happiness bat d as the typical American sports girl time after time but doesn't play a single game! d -- fsi tortj r? & Thousand d Easy insert., sootbinff a strain. flabby cates parts- - Two maker Get youf Sunposuortrt gyr Power-modele- 4 at I CAN PIN V-- 8 Cass Daley has added to her already extensive real estate holdings. The Ladies Man comedy star is ranch, complete buying a with burial grounds, near Hollywood. 165-acr- see by ft' I He: one of those Souft f a good wife can I what amounts toft She: Why,ft$ James Stewart wont talk about -3- Over-?- . Not Ml Hats in the shops look like very pretty boxes of bonbons. come In the prettiest of They pastel shades, champagne, beige, winter white, pink, ice blue, aqua and mocha. Any woman is certain to find her dream hat among these. Look also for swirling ostrich feathers, but dont wear them youre strictly the type, or cat find one turned to fit your face. ( tor's office): |