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Actress and singer Janis Paige earned the reputation of having the longest list of 'misses' in show business. Her career as a Miss began at the age of 9 when she was awarded the title of Miss Olive Oyl in a Popeye contest. She went on to be named (among other things) Miss Valley Aviation, Miss National Buddy Poppy, Miss Damsite, Miss Front Paige (named by Boston newspaper editors), Miss Delicious Apples, Miss Best Table Decoration, Miss Atomic Energy, Miss Airmail Parcel Post, and Miss Hollywood Canteen.

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Miss Atomic Energy, 1948

Reno Gazette Journal - Apr 14, 1947

Des Moines Register - Jan 16, 1949

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Posted By: Alex - Fri Oct 06, 2017
Category: Awards, Prizes, Competitions and Contests | 1940s

Comments

The "Miss Atomic Energy" photo looks like it should be titled "Miss Thunder Thighs." Maybe in '48, people didn't know lightening & atomic energy have nothing to do with each other.

Posted by Virtual on 10/06/17 at 09:32 AM

Virtual, are you politely ignoring the subtle phallic symbolism of the lightning bolt? As for the number os titles, well, one can never have too much publicity. Unless you're one of the untalented Kardashians - "Famous for being famous."

Posted by KDP on 10/06/17 at 04:40 PM

Would have made an excellent "name that list"

Posted by crc on 10/07/17 at 08:13 AM

The atomic energy was used to generate electricity. Still is.

Posted by Richard Bos on 10/08/17 at 04:12 AM

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