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"Gala Hollywood Premiere" at the Eastwood Theater

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A crowd is standing on the sidewalk in front of the Eastwood Theater. A sign behind them reads: "Gala Hollywood Premiere." The "Premiere" is of thirty local people impersonating movie stars. The marquee reads: "2 Seatures Sun-Cohens and Kellys in 'Trouble' and 'Berkeley Square.'"

Date Created:
June 23, 1934
Creator:
Diemer, Melvin E.

Publication Information

Creator Diemer, Melvin E.
Date Created June 23, 1934

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Melvin E. Diemer collection, circa 1910-1955
Call Number (D487)8449

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0136RF
Legacy ID
WHi 3273

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