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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 20, 1939

Page

2

Hollywood as I See It on Sidney Toler and Reno Set

The article notes Sidney Toler’s irritation at fake dialogue on the Gharil Chan in Reno set at 20th Century Fox, mocking his taste while praising cast members like Ricardo Carte Phyllis Brooks Kane Richmond Pauline Moore Slim Summerville and Robert Lowery. It surveys star status and future prospects for actors including Jeffrey Lynn and Priscilla Lunt amid Hollywood lead actor dynamics.

Sidney ‘Toler Chan Iz Ao Reno 20Th . Century-Fox Sidney Ricardo Carte Phyllis Brooks Kane Richmond Pauline Moore Slim Summerville Robert Lowery

KEW Disra WI to Star Claude Rains

The story centers on actor Claude Rains and director Warner Bros. plans as period costumes and designers influence fashion in Hollywood. Discussion touches on Greta Garbo, Bette Davis, and De Havilland with notes on wardrobe and production style shaping the era.

KEW Claude Rains Orry-Kelly Hollywood Limmens Stegalito Bette Davis Wezeue Lada Wardouse Warurume Juarez Hiv Andenun Iba Uae nUaLle: Povinl of Ftniage Cay Ure Busing Talnese Bryan Urtees TeVsya Eugene Hal Greta Garbo Bo Ld Minotl Geiaanin Atieas Suema Shearer Ty Pena Ate Neen Titans Juald Oia de Havilland Aviverwe Anita Louise Ahe Weoigher Owen Hes

Beach Fashion and Film Dance Mirror 1920s Styles

The report describes a seaside scene from RKO Radio's The Story of Vera antiene Castle and notes fashion details of bathing girls and feminine dress. It mentions Astucen and Ginger Rogers, changes in swimwear, and a dance routine set to Likely period music with Vernon Castle and Treaw Cathe style.

Bute Joa Caltfoont RKO Radio Vera Antiene Castle Astucen Ginger Rogers Mana Jean von Traber Dante Tate Vernon Castle

Dinner Slacks New Film Vogue 10

Dinner dresses called dinner slack outfits become the new fashion in Hollywood after a day on set. Actresses seek a uniform daytime look with vivid colors and velvet details. Baroe Stanwyck in Golden Boy and others wear tailored pants, high waistbands, and bold jewellery to project smart, utilitarian glamour.

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Scottish Director Davis MacDonald’s Silent Rise to Fame

The article chronicles Davis MacDonald, a Scots director from Argyleshire who rose from modest beginnings to major film work. It traces his early life, education, and entry into the industry, including tie ins with Emlyn Williams and notable projects such as The Lives of a Lancer and The Crusades. It notes his international travels, business ventures, and eventual prominence in British cinema.

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