Description
Step back in time with this original vintage edition of Collier's Magazine, dated December 15, 1945. This is Volume 116, Issue 24, featuring the captivating theme of "The Sea Shell." An exceptional addition for collectors, this magazine offers a glimpse into post-war America and the rich cultural narratives of the era.
The magazine is a noteworthy artifact from the mid-20th century, showcasing a range of articles, stories, and illustrations that reflect the interests and concerns of the time. It embodies a unique blend of journalism and artistry that was characteristic of Collier's Magazine, making it a coveted item for both history buffs and magazine collectors.
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Explore the enchanting world of Collier's Magazine through this special vintage piece. With its historical significance and artistic value, it is more than just a magazine; it is a portal to a different time.
- Original edition from December 15, 1945, showcasing the unique cultural narratives of the era.
- Comes with a plastic protective covering to maintain its excellent condition.
Don’t miss your chance to own this charming piece of history. Each vintage magazine invites you to reflect on the past while enjoying the artistry and storytelling that defines Collier's Magazine.
Note: The content list below is digitally transcribed for searchability. Please refer to the photos for the exact Table of Contents.
Inside This Issue (Full Table of Contents):-
FICTION
- THE SEA SHELL — By NANCY LYON — The Serial Story. The first of three parts.
- A BETTER NEIGHBORHOOD — By ROMA ROSE — But it didn’t have a fever dog than Eddie’s old mongrel, Feets.
- CHIP ON HIS SHOULDER — By ROBERT FABER — Fred insisted on keeping it there but Betty wouldn’t let him.
- LIVE THE FREEDOM! — By GUY T. NUNN — These men defied the Gestapo as they began their death march.
- STEPS GOING DOWN STAIRS — By ROBERT M. COATES — Bella played a risky game in which love was mixed with suspicion.
- THE RED SLEIGH — By GEORGE H. FREITAG — The Short Short Story.
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ARTICLES
- THE ALL-AMERICA FOOTBALL TEAM — By GRANTLAND RICE — The college gridiron Hall of Fame for the 1945 season.
- CZECHOSLOVAKIA CHALLENGES THE BIG TWO — By MAURICE HINDUS — A little country tests the future of European democracy.
- THE JAPANESE SURRENDER — By C. C. BEALL — An artist’s view of the end of the Pacific war.
- WHAT GOES UP — By DANIEL P. MANNIX — Juggling six balls at once is ridiculously easy for Lou Folds.
- THE CASE AGAINST FRANCO — By FRANK GERVASI — Evidence reveals his neutrality as a cloak for Axis collaboration.
- MR. PECK’S GOOD BOY — By AMY PORTER — Son Gregory went to the movie fame but shows no sign of descending.
- EUROPE’S HUNGRY WINTER — By W. B. COURTNEY — Conclusion. The unfortunate starve on scraps while the black market enriches the unscrupulous.
- BACK TO THE WINDJAMMER — By CAPT. ROBERT V. OWEN — The cruise of the F14 through Jap seas to an island paradise.
- SPARE THAT TREE! — By ARTHUR MANN — The Northeast’s best sawyers in a contest of skill and strength.
- ONE UP ON NARCOTICS — By HOWARD WHITMAN — A method of curing addicts—that’s not too hard on the patient.
- CRAZY OVER JEWELRY — By RUTH CARSON — High-priced trinkets sell like hotcakes—so do dime-store gewgaws.
- KEEP UP WITH THE WORLD — By FRELING FOSTER
- WING TALK — By LT. HAROLD H. MARTIN, USMCR
- THE WEEK’S WORK — By AMY PORTER
- EDITORIALS: Let’s Not Go Back to Bed · Foreign Policy in a Nutshell · No Japs in the Army · A World Food Pool
- COVER — By DICK WILLIAMS