Notes on fashion and prominent figures in Today's news.

The video begins with a mention of a flight to Johannesburg and sympathy for Florence Desmond. It then transitions to a discussion on the decorative role of fans in fashion, despite the advent of air conditioning. The video introduces Sonia Heaney, a champion skater being groomed for Hollywood stardom. It concludes with the Duchess of Kent's return to England and a brief introduction to the young King of Siam, who is being educated in Lausanne while Siam is ruled by a Regency.

Who was the person traveling to Johannesburg?

• Florence Desmond

• The Duchess of Kent

• Sonia Heaney

• Ananda Mahidal

What has potentially diminished the practical use of fans?

• Modern fashion trends

• Television

• Electricity

• Refrigeration and air conditioning

What is Sonia Heaney known for?

• Her ice skating skills

• Her expertise in gardening

• Her role in air conditioning development

• Being a royal family member

Where did the Duchess of Kent return from?

• Sweden and Norway

• Spain and Portugal

• Yugoslavia and Germany

• France and Italy

Who became the King of Siam at a young age?

• King Prajadipok

• Prince Edward

• King Ananda Mahidal

• King Rama IX