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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1941
Page
5
A one minute movie preview announces an upcoming Gary Cooper Barbara Stanwyck vehicle from Samuel Goldwyn. The film blends comedy and drama and features the stars in a light hearted, stylish showcase set to attract audiences.
Glenda Farrell is back in harness after two years, reuniting with Mischa Auer in a new version of Twin Beds. Joan Bennett and George Brent co-star as the farce unfolds with Farrell delivering brisk entrances, Auer mimicking operatic singing, and playful on-set antics that promise a hilariously light return on screen.
Hollywood columnist notes Deanna Durbin threatens to retire unless Universal grants three rights: discuss scripts with execs, choose directors, and control song selections. Durbin remains Paramount money maker and speaks after studio suspension as articles cover other star antics and industry gossip.
Hollywood reports spotlight Eddie Foy Jr. landing roles in RKO Four Jacks and a Jill and in Powder Town as a gambling house owner’s Chinese character. The piece also notes a Peoria journalist turned writer Richard English earning a Doubleday Doran collection, and a flurry of celebrity anecdotes from Bing Crosby to Gloria Vanderbilt.
Fans are invited to join the Hollywood Today Fan Club to receive autographed photographs of a Hollywood star. Apply with a stamped self addressed envelope and membership card. mail to Hollywood Today at Crossroads of the World Hollywood California and mention this newspaper.
Joe Fisher reviews Twentieth Century Fox previews led by Swamp Water. Jean Renoir’s film features Dana Andrews Walter Brennan Ann Baxter and Mary Howard in a Georgia backwoods drama with strong performances and Dudley Nichols adaptation. Hot Spot lands as major mystery headliner with Carole Landis Betty Grable Laird Cregar. Thumbnail reviews praise Small Town Deb for family entertainment and Jane Withers growth toward modern roles.
A World War I episode follows Captain Basil Rathbone and a companion slipping through No Man’s Land to raid a German trench, killing a sentry. The scene echoes Rathbone’s later film duels and his celebrated career, marked by bravery and convincing screen presence.
Hollywood fashion notes cover the Sundown premiere starring Gene Tierney and Bruce Cabot with standout gowns by Mrs Herbert Marshall Gracie Allen and Dorothy Lamour. Phyllis Brooks named Best Dressed. features on black lace organza, peplum belts, imperial lines, and retro dog collars. Also notes a new three minute nail glue gaining use for broken nails.
Timely subjects fuel strong records as Columbia and Robeson push publicity. Robeson waxes King Joe with Joe Louis in the subject set. Wright wrote the lyrics and Basie composed the music. Freddie Martin rises to big sellers with Bluebird records. Benny Goodman records four sides without drums for Victor. The piece notes other industry moves and a DiMaggio record earnings compare.
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