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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1981
Page
19
Janet Dailey, selling over 80 million copies in five years, is a leading romance author. The Branson, Missouri, writer says modern heroines act independently, replacing the old dynamic with two strong characters, likening romance to the Spencer Tracy Katharine Hepburn era.
Herb Jaffe defends Bette Midler movie Jinxed against the Heaven’s Gate fiasco label saying the title was set before production and the project isn’t fraught with peril. He also notes Midler’s on-set behavior isn’t as extreme as alleged. Other industry notes include Ivanhoe TV special with Norman Rosemont and Columbia, casting news for Night Crossing and Tempest filming in Greece.
Henry DeSilva of Sri Lanka, a University student with a popcorn stand, wins election as student body president. A 33 year old public administration graduate, he pledges to mobilize student missions and fund education costs through campus ventures.
New York Mayor Edward Koch presents the City's Certificate of Appreciation to Latin singer Machite highlighting his contribution to music and drug programs in the city. He quips that Machite has effectively invented a fusion of American jazz Latin music dance Afro-C jazz and Salsa.
The text notes Lionel Hampton and President Reagan at a 68 year old event in Louisville. It lists participants linked to Kennedy era events including Count Basie Stan Getz Pearl Bailey and the Howard University band. It mentions Richard Reeves, ex ABC executive, and a $362 million TV movie project.
Nancy Reagan recalls a moment on TV about what it felt like when her heart seemingly stopped revealing the fear and resilience she faced. The remark highlights the strain of public life and private health concerns during a defining period.
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