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...with a boutonniere in his lapel. It was a relief to see Hearns walking even unsteadily later, though he bore scarcely a recognizable resemblance to the person who had entered the ring. His grin was continuous and worrisomely inappropriate--wider than chagrin--and his speech was more deliberate than distinct. His thoughts were slower still. During the interviews, bulb-nosed old Press Agent Irving Rudd hovered at Hearns' ear like Jiminy Cricket, to keep his answers on course...
...this book is, there are some regrettable omissions. For example, there are only a few value judgments. In the section on oranges, it would have been helpful if the author had explained that those from Florida are juicier and sweeter than their California counterparts but have a less distinct true orange flavor. Although McGee describes how eggs are washed during the process of being prepared for market, he does not add that the practice is prohibited in European Community countries because it removes the protective bloom, a film the hen deposits on the shell. McGee also gives scant coverage...
Despite its focus on a particular group of ladies, Beauty Shop is rooted in frank conversations that we could be having with our own packs of friends. In spite of some weaknesses, there is an undeniable charm to the actors, each of whom create a distinct character with a significant role in the film’s entertaining, side-splitting, and pertinent discussions of sexuality, race, and body image...
Megan concurs. “I really love the distinct characteristics associated with these Houses,” he says. “When I think ‘Dunster,’ I think opera. The fact that there are technical obstacles to overcome is part of the charm and excitement...
When Elsarraj’s cell phone rang during her presentation, she took it as an opportunity to explain the distinct significance...