Television in Review by Robert Musel highlights Hallmark era drama
George Schaefer critiques networks lure to writers of the golden age of TV drama and explains compensation offers from NBC ABC and CBS Stage 67. He promotes Hallmark Hall of Fame as a model of mature drama while stressing quality over top ten ratings and urging more serious televised plays.
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Sue Lyon balances acting with college on the dean’s list
Hollywood star Sue Lyon, known for Lolita Night of the Iguana and Seven Women, survived a severe car crash and enrolled at Santa Monica City College. She maintains a 3.5 average, studying psychology history political science and English, aiming to keep her schooling as she plans for future film roles.
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Final Shawnee season wraps with Tea House of the August Moon
The seventh season at Shawnee Summer Theatre ends with Teahouse of the August Moon starring Frank Hayashida and featuring a special teahouse setting by Robert Pataceni Rehner. Hans Brinker and the Silver Skates runs 2 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday in the children’s theatre with a full Shawnee cast, costumes from Chicago, and 75 cent admission.
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Tony Curtis Starts Three Companies in Hollywood
Actor Tony Curtis launches Dido Inc Curtis Enterprises and Reynard Productions to expand his business interests in the film industry. Curtis aims to diversify with ventures spanning production and management while maintaining his acting career.
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NFO District Meeting Elects Local Leaders in Brazil
The seventh district National Farmer's Organization held a district convention dinner in Brazil on Aug. 6. Dale Carpenter of Linton was re-elected district president and Marion Marshall of Vermillion county became vice president. Mrs. Dean Nichols and Ernie Johnson were re-elected secretary and treasurer, with Donald Newsom of Linton and Alvin Wassel of Vigo county chosen as trustees. Delegates were named for the NFC State Convention in Indianapolis on Sept. 10 and the National Convention in Milwaukee, Wis. Dec. 7-8.
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Columbia Pictures Seeks Expectant Mother Beagle for Film
Hollywood scene reports Columbia Pictures is on alert for an expectant mother beagle to join the cast in Who's Minding the Mint. The role calls for a live hound to play a key animal character in the comedy. Casting officials emphasize temperament and trainability.
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Sally Field To Debut In The Road West
Hollywood reports 19 year old television star Sally Field best known for Gidget will make her screen bow in The Road West.
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Jack Kelly Set for Batman Segment After Maverick Roles
Hollywood report notes Jack Kelly, formerly co star with Jim Garner in Maverick, is slated to appear in a Batman segment signaling a TV comeback in a new project.
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Anne Ford named premiere chairman for Hawaii
Mrs. Anne Ford has been named chairman of the world premiere for Hawaii scheduled for next fall. The appointment signals strong support for the debut event and indicates organizational leadership for the production team and venue partners.
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Dozier and Fox Acquire Dick Tracy Screen Rights
Hollywoods William Dozier and 20th Century Fox producers gain film rights to the Dick Tracy comic strip. The move joins their Batman and The Green Hornet projects as the studio builds a crime comic slate.
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Vince Edwards Extends Copacabana Success to New Jersey and Washington
Entertainment summary notes Vince Edwards known as Ben Casey extends his nightclub tour after a successful Copacabana engagement in New York. The tour adds dates in New Jersey and Washington BL.
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