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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1936
Page
19
The author observes that audiences differ by time of day and location, noting matinee crowds feel different from night audiences. He cites geographic and social factors, rejects myths about gendered tastes, and asserts actors perform differently for matinees versus evening shows.
The Golden Gate band will headline at Danceland ballroom on Christmas Eve and Christmas Night with Ivan Morgan directing. No advance ticket prices. New Year plans are being organized for a large celebration as Danceland remains a popular holiday venue. Roger Graham and his El Granada orchestra will perform tonight at Danceland.
Louis Varrock was re elected president of the Community of Dairy Dale at a meeting Thursday evening. Other officers re elected were J P Frederikson vice president John E Sundberg secretary and Bert L Klekar treasurer E R Ingels J J Shannon and Wes Soukup were elected director for the next three years. Auditors for 1936 are J P Frederikson Harold Kehne and J J Shannon. Members voted to have a New Year s eve party Dec 31 open to the community. Those attending are asked to take sandwiches and doughnuts.
New York fashion show features Gypsy Rose Lee as a model in an $85,000 chinchilla coat paired with a bright blue gown at Leon & Eddie's. Estelle Taylor, ex-wife of Jack Dempsey, attended in a mink coat. The event showcased opulent furs and sequined gowns, including designs by Wilma and several sable and silver ensembles.
Pla-Mor announces a big floor show for New Year’s Eve led by Jane Foreman with Jimmie Jackson’s orchestra. The troupe will perform a holiday themed program with Gordon and Evans, Betty Scott, Buddy and Norma, Carmita, Morgan and Hall and others. Orchestra members take a Chicago vacation then open in Dallas after. Tickets are on sale at the Pla-Mor.
Public library lists new children titles for holidays. Joseph Haydn biography follows the Little Seppers tale with vivid childhood notes. Lions by W. W. Robinson offers action on hunts and captivity. Will To Win by Stephen Meader features high school sports and adventures in Maine and winter sports.
Hollywood parents of Shirley Temple and Jane Withers endure a 24 hour seven day schedule. Fathers give up jobs to support their daughters careers while mothers manage daily routines, interviews, and photos while keeping Shirley poised for public appearances. Shirley Temple’s quoted earnings range from six hundred thousand to one and a half million dollars annually.
The Mor box office operates each day from afternoon into evening through the New Year. Local theater staff encourage patrons to check showtimes and purchase seats in advance for holiday crowds.
A vintage sales list advertises cellophane wrapped powders, face powder and perfume combos, Cutex manicure sets, boxed writing paper, and various grooming and toy items priced from 10c to 98c. Includes dolls, blocks, clay, stuffed animals, and baby care sets as mass market gift options.
A dated shop ad lists 10 Black and White cigarettes 10¢ e-cigarette lighter and 18¢ cigars. Mentions Van Dyke Peters Mint and various pipe bowls ash trays lighters and boxing item prices. Includes assorted smoking accessories and a box of 25 cigars with brand names Garcia Muriet Owl Evans and Medico pipe.
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