Fifteen Years Ago in New York High Society
Louis Sobol recalls 15 years past in New York as Broadway stars musicians and socialites attend openings at the Copa and various nightspots. He notes Olivia de Havilland Rex Harrison Judy Garland era figures and headlines from theater to politics and personal lives.
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New York
Rodgers and Hammerstein
Gertrude Lawrence
Yul Brynner
Mayor
Mrs. Vincent Impellitteri
Sigmund Rombergs
Jack Benny
Claudette Colbert
Moss Harts
Franchot Tone
Olivia de Havilland
Rex Harrison
Lilli Palmer
Jane Wyatt
Clive Brook
Kent Smith
Fire damages Sinatra plane during overhaul at Lear factory
A fire at the Lear aircraft factory in Wichita damaged Frank Sinatra's two engine jet valued at $600,000. The plane had been delivered last fall and was at the factory for overhaul and instrument installation. Workmen said a drill pierced an oxygen line, starting the blaze.
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Frank Sinatra
Lear Aircraft Factory
Sinatra
The Big Guy Special on Friday Fight Night
A Friday night boxing feature titled The Big Guy airs at 8:00 on Channel 9. The program previews top matchups and profiles a leading heavyweight contender in the current scene.
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Channel 9
George Hamilton To Entertain Vietnam Troops in July
Actor George Hamilton, 26, will join a five member USO troupe to entertain American troops in South Vietnam during a two week tour in July. The group tours remote areas not reached by larger ensembles, sponsored jointly by the USO and Hollywood Canteen committee.
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George Hamilton
Vietnam
Hollywood
UPI
South Vietnam
USO
USO spokesman notes small musical units typical
A USO spokesman said that two or three performers are common for shows, though such units usually consist of one or two musicians.
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USO
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