Description
Experience a piece of history with the Look Magazine from March 18, 1947, featuring the iconic General Dwight D. Eisenhower on the cover. This vintage issue is a special collectible for enthusiasts of vintage magazines and those with a keen interest in 20th-century Americana.
This unique magazine not only showcases Eisenhower—a central figure in American history—but also encapsulates the societal sentiments and cultural currents of the post-war era. Inside, you will find a plethora of captivating articles and features reflecting the American landscape in the late 1940s. From the political landscape to everyday life, this magazine offers a rare glimpse into the history that shaped modern America. It includes topics such as:
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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):-
American Spotlight
- LOOK Cartoons
- Baby Wears Out 205-lb. Athlete: Football Player Finds Baby’s Activities Exhausting
- Charleston: Show Window for Spring
- Number Fifteen in LOOK AT AMERICA Series
- While Mama Shops: Kids Are Bored, Get into Mischief While Mom’s Away
- State of the Nation: Strikes, Slums, Immorality Blight American Life
- The Airphibian: New Auto-plane Promises Real Utility for Fliers
- Feeding Time at the Zoo: Shortages Make It Tough for Zoo Dieticians
- It Happened Here: Life in the U. S. Has a Little of Everything
- How to Raise a Million Dollars: A Worthy Cause and Pretty Girls Help
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World Spotlight
- Can Dewey Be Stopped? Some Republican Leaders Are Out to Do It, By Richard Wilson
- Why Eisenhower Will Not Run, By Mrs. Raymond Clapper
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Strictly Personal
- Meet the People: What Is Your Favorite Way of Loafing?
- “Blindness Is Just a Nuisance”: Hector Chevigny Thinks It’s More Annoying Than Tragic
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Sports
- Billy Herman, Baseball Brain, By Tim Cohane
- LOOK’s Sports Quiz, Conducted by Tim Cohane
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Movies and Entertainment
- New Hollywood Dancing Star: Milada Mladova Is a Talented Newcomer
- Success Becomes Olivia: Miss de Havilland Isn’t Shy Any More
- Mel Blanc—One Man Mob: He Plays a Crowd of Characters on the Radio
- The Farmer’s Daughter: LOOK’s New Movie Review
- New Studio Boss
- LOOK’s Movie Guide
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Music
- She Sings with a Beat: June Christy Is Kenton’s Poll-winning Vocalist
- LOOK’s Record Guide
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Fashion and Beauty
- He Creates High Style at Low Cost: Henry Rosenfeld Designs Smart Clothes, Sells Them at Reasonable Prices
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Food and Science
- Science Forecast: Facsimile Broadcasting
- Primer on Better Living: How to Remake a Room Between Friday and Monday
- One Ham—Six Meals: A Big Ham Can Spell Economy Not Monotony
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American Spotlight
- World Spotlight: Insightful perspectives on political figures and events, providing context to the era's conflicts and contenders.
This issue is not just a magazine; it is a key artifact that provides a deeper understanding of American culture and history in the years following World War II.
Condition-wise, this vintage magazine is in excellent shape, with light wear typical of its age, making it a great addition for collectors. Each of our vintage magazines comes with plastic protective covering to ensure its preservation over time.
As a certified original magazine vendor, we guarantee that the item pictured is the exact magazine you will receive. Please check the included images for additional details on the magazine’s condition.
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