The reading room
Calling All Boys #1
Calling All Boys #1 (January 1946) This anthology issue features an array of content for young readers, including a story about a boy named Beanie and his companion's intelligent pigeon, Lady Liberty, who embarks on adventures in New York City after escaping from a magic show. The magazine also includes a "Behind the Mike" feature profiling the actors who voice popular radio serial programs such as Jack Armstrong (the All-American Boy), with behind-the-scenes information about stars like Rye Billsbury and Henry Aldrich. Additionally, the issue offers practical DIY projects under "Make It Yourself," including full-size patterns for building furniture and household items such as dog houses, magazine stands, and serving trays.