Five short stories about life in America in the 1920\u00b4s and 1940\u00b4s.  \u00b4The Cut Glass Bowl\u00b4 - A wedding present brings sorrow and bad luck.  \u00b4Bernice Bobs Her Hair\u00b4 - Marjorie tells Bernice that if she cuts off her long hair, she will be admiredby all the young men.  \u00b4Gretchen\u00b4s Forty Winks\u00b4 - Roger Halsey tricks his wife and finishes an important job.  \u00b4Magnetism\u00b4 - A rich and handsome film star has power over people. But can he control this power or will it destroy him?  \u00b4Three Hours Between Planes\u00b4 - Donald visits an old friend. But will Nancy remember him?