Pius XI in encyclical orders world drive to raise standards; asks Bishops to list moral films and members to abide by listings; praises Legion of Decency's drive; W H Hays comments

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1936Anthony Lester, Baron Lester of Herne Hill, English lawyer and politician (died 2020)^[†]

Anthony Paul Lester, Baron Lester of Herne Hill, QC was a British barrister and member of the House of Lords. He was at different times a member of the Labour Party, Social Democratic Party and the Liberal Democrats. Lester was best known for his influence on race relations legislation in the United Kingdom and as a founder-member of groups such as the Institute of Race Relations, the Campaign Against Racial Discrimination and the Runnymede Trust. Lester was also a prominent figure in promoting birth control and abortion through the Family Planning Association, particularly in Northern Ireland.

1936Baard Owe, Norwegian-Danish actor (died 2017)^[†]

Baard Arne Owe, sometimes credited Bård Owe, was a Norwegian-born Danish actor who appeared in many Scandinavian films and television series.

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JOB-FIXER REVEALS 12 POLICE PAID HIM; They Gave $500 to $1,000 for Promotions They Never Got, Informer Asserts.

Ban on Alienation Actions Voided; Legislative Power Held Exceeded; Lawmakers Lacked Authority to Abolish a Common-Law Right Without Providing an Adequate Substitute, Appellate Court in Brooklyn Rules by Vote of Three to Two. BAN ON BALM SUITS VOIDED ON APPEAL

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