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Foolish father and wayward son spark a theatre tale
The narrator recalls Fred Bisse, a stern box office man, and his son Harry. After Fred’s death, Harry seeks business in a ticket agency, recounting his father’s will that mocked a wild life. A reflection on choices, lineage, and the theatre world. Oregon population growth note follows.
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Fred Bisse
Fred
Fred Buissel
Hippodrome
Harry
Bissel
Union
Variety
Fred Bissel
Pop
Harrs
To O
Sixth Avenue
Fred Bisset
Billy Rose