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Look Magazine – August 1, 1939 – Ann Sheridan Cover – No Mailing Label – Good Condition
This August 1, 1939 issue of Look Magazine features Hollywood's iconic "Oomph Girl," Ann Sheridan, on the cover. Known for her blend of charm, wit, and sex appeal, Sheridan offers candid advice to future beauty queens in this issue, warning them that a seven-year contract doesn't guarantee stardom. This collectible copy is in good condition, has no mailing label, and comes in a protective plastic covering. Please refer to the listing photos for a full view of the item’s condition.
🔹 Highlights from This Issue:
Cover Feature – Ann Sheridan: “Oomph Girl” (p. 16)
A glamorous spread featuring Ann Sheridan, who shares hard-earned lessons from her Hollywood rise, including financial caution and preparing for setbacks—even keeping money set aside for a return to Texas if her film career stalls.
LOOK TALKS – By the Editor
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“The Mooneys” (p. 50): A compelling visual comparison of labor leader Tom Mooney’s prison transformation that helped fuel public sympathy.
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“Tip to Miss America” (p. 16): More from Sheridan on the pitfalls of beauty fame.
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“GOP Pacemaker” (p. 28): Thomas E. Dewey’s political rise and presidential potential are examined.
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“The Feminine Angle” (p. 32): Political journalist Doris Fleeson offers her perspective on Dewey and women in public life.
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“On Her Own” (p. 54): Ginger Rogers makes a bold step toward solo stardom with Bachelor Mother.
📚 IN THIS ISSUE – August 1, 1939 – Vol. 3, No. 16
American Spotlight
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“Thomas E. Dewey: Can He Be America’s Youngest President?” (p. 28)
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“Roosevelt and the Reporters” by Drew Pearson & Robert S. Allen (p. 40)
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“The Married Life of Tom and Rena Mooney” by Kay Proctor (p. 50)
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“New Things for the Home” (p. 59)
World Spotlight
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“Stalin vs. Chamberlain” by Emil Ludwig (p. 10)
Movies & Celebrities
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“Ann Sheridan: Oomph Girl” (p. 16)
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“Old Maids and Bachelors of Hollywood” (p. 34)
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“Bachelor Mother: A Preview” (p. 54)
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Ginger Rogers’ solo career spotlight
People & Culture
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Confidentially: Passport Photos (p. 4)
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Veloz & Yolanda (p. 6)
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“Salvation in Jail” (p. 25)
Sports
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“You Can’t Buy a Pennant — I Found Out” by Red Sox owner Tom Yawkey (p. 26)
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“An Obituary of Lou Novae” by Henry McLemore (p. 42)
Fashions & Beauty
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“Fine Furs Go Stylish” (p. 46)
Interactive
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Photocrime (p. 57)
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20 Questions to Test You (p. 58)
🔎 Coming in the Next Issue:
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Walter Duranty on Russia's complex political stance
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Margaret Sanger on the fight for birth control
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A comical gallery: “These Pictures Are Poison!”—bad celebrity portraits
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“How to Run for President” by Pearson & Allen
This is a prime issue for collectors interested in pre-WWII America, early celebrity profiles, and sharp political commentary. Sheridan’s cover and Tom Dewey’s early presidential ambitions make this an especially compelling issue for historians, pop culture archivists, and vintage media fans alike.
Combined shipping available. All items are shipped with care in plastic protective sleeves.