Hollywood Gossip and Casting Buzz From Tinsel Town
Hollywood talk centers on Grahame Greene’s The Quiet American casting with James Mason and Joe Mankiewicz. James, Pamela and children plan Aug 1 England trip as filming shifts to Indo China and Rome. Other notes include Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis split, Hal Wallis pushing material, and Victoria Shaw’s engagement countdown to July 28.
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Actor's Son In Filmdom On His Own
Hollywood notes Ronald Howard, 38, son of Leslie Howard, visits Hollywood to forge an independent career. He discusses the enduring father comparison, his role in Django as a Southern officer who resists the end of war, and his TV Sherlock Holmes work in Paris boosting his profile.
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Artie Shaw
Edgar Bergen
Sandy Becker
Covey
Comedy Hour
Guy Lombardo
Guy
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Nut Club
Germany
Berlin
Atempt
Lonely Hearts
Keefe Brasselle
Pooh
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U.S. Carrier Lexington Decks at Yokosuka on Far East Tour
The U S aircraft carrier Lexington docked at Yokosuka Japan marking its first Far Eastern tour since World War II. The ship arrived in Atsugi bearing a strong signaling of naval postwar presence in the region.
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Lawrence Welk Builds Fame With Champagne Music Formula
Hollywood profile details Lawrence Welk as a rural rooted bandleader whose TV success on ABC stems from serving the audience. He hires on character first, refuses excess, and promotes Myron Floren as a rival-instrument ally, reflecting humility and strong family values amid controversy.
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The Searchers at Ritz and More in Florida Theaters
Sarasota showcases The Searchers at the Ritz along with Man Who Never Was and To Hell And Back. Siesta presents The Battle Station and Miracle In The Rain. Other listings include Running Wire and River Of No Return at various venues.
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Peruvian Democrats Lead in Official Election Count
In Lima official returns from 19 of 23 states show Manuel Prado leading with 178000 votes. Fernando Belaunje of the Renewal Youth Move trails with 122000, while Prado holds a 56090 vote lead in the official tally from last Sunday's presidential election.
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Sarasota Woman Joins Powder Puff Derby Flight Province
Mrs. June N Kaiser of Moab Utah daughter in law of George and Mrs Kaiser enters the All Woman Transcontinental Air Race 10th anniversary begins July 7 at San Mateo County Airport California ends July 10 at Bishop Airport Flint Michigan. The 2366 mile route expects 50 airplanes and 100 women pilots. Kaiser's husband Richard L Kaiser is chief pilot for Utex Exploration Co and she holds a private pilot license and is racing for the first time.
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All Around the Town Highlights From Broadway Scene
The Broadway Scene notes Rudy Vallee clashing with writer George Frazier over his autobiography with a court battle possible after Frazier's contract gives him publishing rights. Jack Buchanan may play Rex Harrison in My Fair Lady road version. Susan Fonda shows growing devotion to Armando Ursini. Lili St. Cyr’s husband Armando recalled fondly as a lively gasser. Jack E Leonard to film NBC pilot before aiming at a sitcom. Samuel Goldwyn offered Fran Baldwin lead in The Proud Rebel. Crosby brothers in town Lindsay with Bill Morrow at the Bronx Zoo Gary in El Moroco. Presidential campaign peppermints with IKE spelling. Lois Andrews visits New York to allow daughter Geraldine Jessel to attend.
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New York
Geraldine Jessel
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Steve Allen Show earns a pretty good review in TV season
NBC late night replacement for flop hours, Steve Allen offers a competent program with guest plugs from Jerry Lewis, Bob Hope, and Sammy Davis Jr. The segment with Davis dominates the hour, while Allen borrows Tonight show techniques and a few old sketches. Observers note mixed reactions to other stars and the era’s TV habits.
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