Ruth Malcomson
| Ruth Malcomson | |
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Malcolmson (left) with her mother (1925)
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| Born | April 16, 1906 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | Error: Need valid death date (first date): year, month, day |
| Title | Miss Philadelphia Miss America 1924 |
| Predecessor | Mary Katherine Campbell |
| Successor | Fay Lanphier |
Ruth Malcomson (April 16, 1906 – May 25, 1988) was Miss America in 1924, earning the title at age 18.[1]
Malcomson, a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was the amateur winner in the 1923 contest and returned to defeat incumbent Mary Campbell, who was seeking her third consecutive crown.[2] At the time, being only a couple of years old, the beauty contest was sometimes still referred to as "The Atlantic City Pageant," with the winner called "The Golden Mermaid."[3]
In a published article following the contest, Malcomson provided others with her 10 rules for beauty. Listed briefly, they are:
- Rise early.
- Eat a hearty breakfast.
- Exercise.
- No alcohol.
- Smoking is detrimental.
- Get outdoors.
- Eat a light lunch.
- Eat a satisfying dinner.
- Early to bed.
- Sleep.[4]
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| Awards and achievements | ||
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| Preceded by | Miss America 1924 |
Succeeded by Fay Lanphier |
| Preceded by
Marion Green
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Miss Philadelphia 1924 |
Succeeded by Annette Jackson |
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