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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Curlycue Honor Roll" section of a publication. The clipping includes several elements:

1. Letters to the Editor:

   • A letter from Elizabeth McMahon of Woburn, who writes about her collection of dolls and mentions specific dolls like Little Orphan Annie, Twist, David Copperfield, and others.
   • A letter from Dorothy Gunning of Roxbury, encouraging the editor to keep up the good work and mentioning how she enjoys reading the poetry section.

2. Curlycue Honor Roll:

   • A list of names and locations of individuals who have achieved recognition, possibly for their contributions or achievements in various activities. The list includes names like Walter Roberts, Martha Hardy, David Benson, and others from different towns and cities.

3. Today's Prize Contests:

   • Details about a contest with a $1.00 prize for the best letter on the subject "My favorite book (or author) and why."
   • Another contest with a $1.00 prize for the best original suggestion for earning pocket money.
   • A drawing contest with a $1.00 prize for the best original drawing by a boy or girl under 16 years old, with the suggested subject "A sad cat."
   • Rules for the contests, including the requirement for original content, size of the drawing, and submission deadlines.

The clipping is aged and has a yellowish tint, indicating it is from an older newspaper. The text is printed in a traditional newspaper font, and the layout is typical of newspaper columns from earlier times.

The image is a page from a newspaper or a magazine, likely from a section that features letters from readers and contests. Here's a detailed summary of the visible parts:

1. Letters to the Editor:

   • Elizabeth McMahon from Woburn writes about her collection of dolls, specifically mentioning she has "pretty ones" and collects "Little Women" dolls, among others. She expresses her enjoyment of reading the page.
   • Dorothy Gunning from Roxbury writes a letter titled "Get Well Soon." She mentions her anticipation for reading "The Good Sport" and expresses interest in submitting original poems to the newspaper. She mentions her experience with hospital life and how it contrasts with the accomplishments of other children.

2. Curlycue Honor Roll:

   • This section lists the names of individuals who have been recognized, likely for their academic or other achievements. The names include Warren Payne, Eleanor Roberts, Martha Barber, and others from various towns like Graniteville, Lexington, Needham, Cambridge, and Boston.

3. Today’s Prize Contests:

   • Best Letter Contest: A $1.00 award for the best letter on the subject of "My favorite actor (or actress) and why."

   • Suggested Subject Contest: A $1.00 award for the best suggestion on how to spend pocket money.

   • Original Poem Contest: A $1.00 award for the best original poem.

   • Drawing Contest: A $1.00 award for the best drawing in black and white of a cat by a boy or girl under eight years old. The suggested subject is "A sad cat."

   • Contest Rules:

     1. Contest material must be original and include a statement from a parent or teacher confirming this.
     2. Drawings must be four inches square or eight inches square.
     3. Contest material must be addressed to "The Good Sport Club, Boston Sunday Herald, Boston, Mass."
     4. Prize winners receive their checks 10 days after winning material is published.

This page appears to be part of a children's section, focusing on engaging young readers with contests and recognizing their achievements.

The image shows a newspaper clipping containing several sections:

1. Letters to the Editor:

   • Elizabeth McMahon from Woburn writes about her collection of dolls, mentioning she has various types including "Little Women" dolls and a Russian peasant doll. She also expresses her enjoyment of reading letters in the newspaper.

   • Dorothy Gunning from Roxbury writes a letter expressing her excitement about reading the Good Sport column. She mentions that reading the column is a highlight in her hospital stay and hopes to contribute her own poems in the future.

2. Curlycue Honor Roll:

   • This section lists students from various schools and towns. The names and locations include:
     • Warren Payne, Graniteville
     • Eleanor Roberts, Lexington
     • Martha Barber, West Roxbury
     • Martha Dow, Belmont
     • Gordon Hulse, Needham
     • Robert Farwell, Roslindale
     • Lorraine Pitts, North Weymouth
     • James Moulton, Boston
     • Harold W. Smith, Maynard
     • Thelma Bourne, Medford
     • Robert Grower, Boston
     • Louise Noble, Woburn
     • Grace Power, Cambridge

3. Today’s Prize Contests:

   • The newspaper advertises several contests with $1.00 awards for the best entries in the following categories:
     • Best letter on the subject: "My favorite actor (or actress) and why."
     • Best suggestion for a winning pocket money idea.
     • Best original poem.
     • Best original drawing by a boy or girl under eight years of age, with the suggested subject being "A sad cat."
   • Contestants must ensure their entries are original and include a statement from a parent or teacher verifying the material is original. The drawings should be either 4 inches square or 8 inches square, and all contest materials must be received by Wednesday of each week. Entries should be addressed to The Good Sport Club, Boston Sunday Herald, Boston. Winners receive their checks 18 days after the winning material is published.

The image is a page from an old newspaper, featuring several sections and articles:

1. Top Left Corner:

   • The section includes a few lines of text mentioning marbles and dolls, with a personal note by Elizabeth McMahon mentioning her collection of dolls, including some Russian dolls and other figures.

2. Middle Section:

   • A letter to the editor titled "GET WELL SOON" from Dorothy Gunn. Dorothy expresses her interest in reading the Good Sport column and mentions how it provides a refreshing change from the usual hospital life. She also expresses interest in writing poetry and hopes to contribute original poems to the newspaper.

3. Curlycue Honor Roll:

   • A list of names in the Curlycue Honor Roll, including various individuals from different towns and cities such as Graniteville, Lexington, Boston, Cambridge, and others.

4. Today’s Prize Contests:

   • This section outlines several contests with prize awards:
     • $1.00 for the best letter on the subject of "My favorite actor (or actress) and why."
     • $1.00 for the best suggestion for pocket money.
     • $1.00 for the best original poem.
     • $1.00 for the best drawing by a boy or girl under eight years of age, with the suggested subject being "A sad cat."
   • The submission guidelines include:
     1. All contest material must be original and have a statement from one of the parents or a teacher indicating the child’s permission.
     2. Drawings must be four inches square or eight inches square in size.
     3. All contest material must be mailed in by the deadline, which is every Wednesday, addressed to The Good Sport Club, Boston Sunday Herald, Boston.

   Additionally, there's a note specifying that prize winners receive their checks 18 days after the winning material is published.

The page overall seems to focus on community engagement, including letters to the editor, recognition lists, and contests aimed at encouraging creativity and participation from the local community.

The image displays a clipping from a newspaper, likely from the 1930s or 1940s, featuring various sections and articles. The clipping includes the following parts:

1. Letter to the Editor:

   • Authored by Elizabeth McMahon from Woburn, it mentions her enjoyment of reading the newspaper, particularly the "Good Sport" section. She also talks about her collection of dolls, including a "Little Women" doll, and expresses her interest in poetry.

2. Response from the Editor:

   • A note from the editor, addressed to Dorothy Gunning from Roxbury, expresses well wishes and mentions the monotony of hospital life. The editor encourages Dorothy to write poetry and offers to help with getting it published.

3. Curlycue Honor Roll:

   • A list of names, possibly students or members, who have been recognized for some achievement. The list includes names such as Warren Payne, Eleanor Roberts, Martha Barber, and others from various locations like Graniteville, Lexington, and Belmont.

4. Today's Prize Contests:

   • An announcement of various contests with prizes:
     • $1.00 for the best letter on the favorite actor or actress.
     • $1.00 for the best suggestion for earning pocket money.
     • $1.00 for the best original poem.
     • $1.00 for the best original drawing in black and white, with a suggested subject of "A sad cat."
   • Rules for submission are also included, specifying that all material must be original, drawings must be a certain size, and submissions must be received by a specific date.

The clipping is aged, as indicated by its yellowed condition and the style of writing, which is typical of newspapers from the mid-20th century.

The image contains a handwritten letter and a clipping from a newspaper or periodical.

Handwritten Letter

Author: Elizabeth McMahon
Recipient: Editor of a publication (likely Dorothy Gunning)

Content:
Elizabeth McMahon writes to the editor sharing her hobbies and interests. She mentions that she collects dolls, including "Women" dolls from various countries such as Russia, Turkey, Denmark, and others. She owns a big baby doll and three boy dolls, and she enjoys reading.

Elizabeth also writes about her interest in the Good Sport page, which she reads every Sunday. She notes that while she doesn’t see her name in the honor roll, she is still motivated to participate. She has many pen pals and is interested in poetry. She hopes her letter will be published and expresses a desire to see her name in print, as she is accustomed to reading boys' and girls' names in newspapers.

Newspaper Clipping

Curlyne Honor Roll:
This section lists names of individuals who have likely participated in contests or activities, including:

• Warren Payne, Graniteville, Easnor Roberts, Lexington
• Martha Barber, West Roxbury
• Martha Belden, Gordon Hilske, Reading
• Leon Converse, East Lynn
• Lorraine Pitta, Farwell
• James Moulton, North Weymouth
• Harold W. Cutler, South Braintree
• Thelma Bourne, Maynard
• Lida Smith, Melrose
• Robert Grower, Allston
• Louise Noble, Wollaston
• Grace Power, Cambridge

Today's Prize Contests:
This section details several prize contests with awards of $1.00 each for the following categories:

1. Best letter on the subject: "My favorite actor (or actress) and why"
2. Best suggestion for the best suggestion box idea
3. Best original poem about money
4. Best original poem
5. Best original short story
6. Special award of $1.00 for the best drawing by a boy or girl under 18 years of age, suggested subject: "A RULES"

Contest Rules:

1. All contest material must be original and based on personal experiences.
2. Drawings must be either 4 inches square or 8 inches square.
3. All content must be submitted by Wednesday of each week.
4. Prize-winners will receive their checks 10 days after the contest material is published.

The address for submissions is provided as The Good Sport, c/o Sunday Herald, Boston, Mass.

This image shows an old newspaper clipping or a column from a printed publication. It has a distinctly vintage look, with aged, yellowed paper and classic typesetting typical of older print media. The text on the clipping includes various sections:

• The top section seems to be a collection of letters or messages sent in by readers. One such message is titled "GET WELL SOON" addressed to the editor, with the reader expressing their fondness for a section called "The Good Sport Page" and their current stay in the hospital.

• Below this, there is a section titled "Curlycue Honor Roll," listing names under a heading, likely recognizing individuals for some achievement or participation. The names are followed by towns and cities, presumably where the individuals are from.

• The lower section of the clipping announces "Today's Prize Contests," offering cash awards for the best letter on a specific subject, the best drawing in black and white, and other categories. It includes a note stating that contest material must be original and may need a statement from a parent or guardian, indicating that the contests are aimed at a younger audience.

The overall content suggests that this clipping likely comes from a community or children's section of a newspaper that engaged its readers through accolades, competitions, and interactive content.

The image depicts a clipping from an old newspaper printed on yellowed paper, indicating age. The text is organized into several sections, each with its own heading:

1. GET WELL SOON: This section is a letter addressed to the editor by Dorothy Gunning from Roxbury. She expresses her anticipation for reading the "Good Sport Page" each Sunday, talks about her interest in poetry and stories by children, and expresses her desire to contribute to the page.

2. Curlycue Honor Roll: This part lists names of individuals, possibly students or contributors. Names include Warren Payne, Eleanor Roberts, Martha Barber, and several others with locations such as Grantville, Lexington, West Roxbury mentioned next to their names.

3. Today's Prize Contests: This section describes prize contests with different categories and awards:

   • $1.00 award for the best letter on the subject “My favorite actor (or actress) and why.”
   • $1.00 award for the best suggestion for earning pocket money.
   • $1.00 award for the best original poem.
   • $1.00 award for the best original drawing in black and white.
   • Special award of $1.00 for the best drawing by a boy or girl under eight years of age on the subject "A sad cat."

The rules for the contests are also listed, including requirements for originality, size specifications for drawings, and submission guidelines.

The clipping appears to be part of a community-focused or children's section of a newspaper, with an emphasis on engaging young readers through contests and contributions.

This image shows a narrow, vertical clipping from a newspaper or magazine. The clipping contains several sections with text:

1. A letter or note from Elizabeth McMahon of Woburn discussing her collection of dolls, including specific dolls like "Little Women" dolls and a real Russian peasant doll. She also mentions enjoying reading a certain page very much.

2. A section titled "GET WELL SOON" that contains a letter from Dorothy Gunning of Roxbury. Dorothy expresses how much she looks forward to reading the "Good Sport Page" each Sunday as it helps take her mind off the monotony of hospital life. She mentions her interest in poetry and encourages the editor to continue their good work in engaging boys and girls with newspapers.

3. A "Curlycue Honor Roll" listing names of individuals along with their towns, such as Warren Payne from Graniteville, Eleanor Roberts from Lexington, and several others from various places.

4. A boxed section titled "Today's Prize Contests" detailing prize awards of $1.00 for the best letter, best suggestion for earning pocket money, best original poem, and best original drawing in black and white. A special award of $1.00 is offered for the best drawing by a child under eight years old, with the suggested drawing subject being "A sad cat." The rules for the contests are also provided, including originality, size requirements for drawings, and submission instructions by Wednesday each week to The Good Sport Club in Boston. It notes that prize winners receive their checks ten days after publication.

The overall tone of the clipping is community-oriented, encouraging participation and engagement from readers, especially children.

The image shows a scanned page from a newspaper or magazine, likely from the early to mid-20th century, judging by the layout and typography. The page features a mix of editorial content, letters to the editor, and contest announcements.

Key Elements in the Image:

1. Top Section:

   • Letter to the Editor: A letter titled "GET WELL SOON" is written by someone named Dorothy Gunning. The letter expresses admiration for the Good Sport page, noting its engaging content and the author's decision to write original poems after reading it. The writer signs off as "Dorothy Gunning" from Roxbury.
   • Personal Anecdote: Above the letter, there is a brief narrative about collecting dolls, mentioning names like Oliver Twist, David Copperfield, and others. The writer, identified as Elizabeth McMahon, shares her passion for dolls and mentions having dolls from Russia and other countries. She also notes that she enjoys reading books very much.

2. Middle Section:

   • Honor Roll: A section titled "Curlycue Honor Roll" lists the names of individuals who have presumably achieved recognition or excellence. The names are organized in alphabetical order and include:
     • Warren Payne (Granville, Ella)
     • Eleanor Roberts (Lexington, Martha)
     • Martha Barber (West Roxbury, Martha)
     • Gordon Hulse (Needham, Leon)
     • Bruce Farrell (Roslindale, Lorraine Pitts)
     • James Moulton (North Weymouth, James)
     • Berlin N. Wallaston (Fae Tankard)
     • Harold W. Curtis (Sloughing, Thelma Bourne)
     • Maynard, Lida Smith (Medford, Robert Grower)
     • Martha Dimmitt (Waltham, Louise Noble)
     • Grace Power (Cambridge)

3. Bottom Section:

   • Today's Prize Contests: This section outlines several contests with monetary prizes:
     • $1.00 award for the best letter on the subject "My favorite actor (or actress) and why."
     • $1.00 award for the best suggestion for earning pocket money.
     • $1.00 award for the best original poem.
     • $1.00 award for the best original drawing in black and white.
     • Special award of $1.00 for the best drawing by a boy or girl under eight years of age, suggested subject: "A Cat."
   • Rules for Contest Entries:
     • All contest material must be original and must have a statement from one of the parents or the teacher confirming its originality.
     • Drawings must be four inches square, all in black and white.
     • Contest material must be addressed to The Good Sport in care of the Boston Sunday Herald, Box 36, Mass.
     • Editor's note: Prize winners will receive their checks 10 days after their winning material is published.

Visual Characteristics:

• Layout: The page is formatted in a traditional newspaper style, with columns of text and clear headings for different sections.
• Typography: The text is printed in a serif font, typical of newspapers from the early to mid-20th century.
• Condition: The image appears slightly faded or aged, suggesting it is a scanned reproduction of an original printed page.

Overall Context:

The page reflects a community-oriented publication, likely aimed at children or young readers, given the focus on contests, honor rolls, and letters to the editor. It encourages creativity and participation through contests and recognizes achievements through the Honor Roll. The inclusion of personal anecdotes and letters suggests an interactive and engaging format for its audience.