When was it published?

March 8, 1946 in Browning Chief

Story March 8, 1946

Browning Chief

Q: What keywords are associated?

Queen For A Day, Hollywood Contract, Virginia Johnson, Film Roles, Acting Lessons

Browning, Glacier County, Montana

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What is this article about?

Virginia Johnson, selected as 'Photogenic Day' queen on Mutual's 'Queen for a Day' broadcast on November 16, won a seven-year contract with 20th Century-Fox. Her option has been picked up, and she is set for her third film, 'It Shouldn't Happen to a Dog,' after roles in 'Three Little Girls In Blue' and 'The Shocking Miss Pilgrim.' She is taking singing and dramatic lessons to prepare for stardom.

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VIRGINIA JOHNSON, who on November 16, was chosen "Photogenic Day" queen on Mutual's "Queen for a Day" broadcast and won a seven-year contract at 20th Century-Fox, has had her option picked up by the studio, and is ready to go into her third picture on the lot. She was "Emmie," a merry-go-round ticket seller, in "Three Little Girls In Blue," has just finished "The Shocking Miss Pilgrim," and goes into "It Shouldn't Happen to a Dog." Virginia's taking singing and dramatic lessons, being groomed for stardom.

What sub-type of article is it?

Biography Personal Triumph

What themes does it cover?

Triumph

What keywords are associated?

Queen For A Day Hollywood Contract Virginia Johnson Film Roles Acting Lessons

What entities or persons were involved?

Virginia Johnson

Where did it happen?

20th Century Fox Studio

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Key Persons

Virginia Johnson

Location

20th Century Fox Studio

Event Date

November 16

Story Details

Virginia Johnson wins 'Queen for a Day' contest, secures seven-year contract with 20th Century-Fox, has option picked up, completes two films, prepares for third while taking lessons for stardom.