The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-01-10
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MI Eva lie Gallenne presented H.
M1A10D9 sens "Hedda Gaber- at the Temple
~ theater last night before not overly
crowded house to bring the second Of
series of four plays sponsored by


theater last night before not overly
~ crowded house to bring the second of
series Of four plays sponsored b.,
the Tacoma Junior League.
There viii be much difference of opinion among those
who witnessed the performance entertainment value alone
considered but there be little question of Miss lie
Gallienne's ability as top-rankng actress.
Her portrayal of the unusual character who denied
for others what she couldn't have for herself i'm
mediately established Miss lie Galienne Is an excep-
However Ibsens Hedda Gaber lacks the popular appeal
to be found in many of the current stage offerings and for
that rather than because of shortcomings of the
cast not enthusiastically received other of the
seasons plays which have been here.
The Backfire!
When the Hollywood publicity handed out that line
of bunk about William Powell and his broken heart they
sure took the movie fans of America "for a ride
PowelIs recent marriage TO Diana Lewis would
seem to indicate that II he had any palms, they were not
attributable to broken heart!
At the time the stories circulated and directly be-
cause of them, of Powel admirers felt genuine SYM
patty for him in his bereavement they were truly sorry
And all the while the they thought looking
for sympathy reality looking for his third wife!
The incident won't do William Powell any good at the box
office The practice of kidding the public always subject
to backfre at moments notice but when that kidding plays
on the ympahies of the folks who pay your salary it
likely to explode right in your face.
Your reviewer does not question PowelIs right to
marry often he desires that's Powells business
but he doesn't think il will help Bill any to toss in
broken heart each honeymoon:
Halcaii Locale!
The seventh of the Deanna DurbnJoe Pasternak pictures
In Kaoha"
In addition to Lewis Howard who made his initial appear
with Deanna in First Love- will faces in
the cast which Durbn productions Kay Francis
Walter Pidgeon, Samuel S. Hnds Csse LOTUS and Stoke
Szaka famous continental actor will play the important
supporting roles.
Again and Again!
For 81 years. May Robson has been making the New
Years resolution ito keep busy!
Ever since she made her professional bow, back in
1882 she has considered keeping busy the best to
stay young. Her first working day in 1910 was spent
trying to learn Irish jig which she will do in a
with Anna Neagle in Irene
Miss Robson has made of eight pictures
spent % years Broadway with Charles Frohman and the
Empire Stock company.
She played role in 'The Reiuvenation of Aunt
Mary, for 204 consecutive weeks four years!
And at the age of rs she still resolves
ITO keep busy! " and does what girl! ......."..
Beating the Gun!
Baby Sandy who will celebrate her second birthday on
biography published in book FORM
The Universas starletts story of her e told to
Jane Danon, published by RandMcNay and hit the
book-stands during the holidays!
Strong for Eddie!
One thing may be said OF
thanking
who assist calling attention to the famous band leader
his fans
oumn story about
for and advising Its interested readers to contact
Mrs. Virginia Engman Marymac Apis, SIS So It'll St
past letters have arrived
the president Of the club Edna Rogers OF
Philadelphia; Marguerite Parker southern
sentative Washington, d. c, from New Eng
4 land way Mrs. Elynor Staples Of Rockiand Maine
Duchntes border border to coast
have a very happy and prosperous New Year!
Work for the Old Mani
Mickey Rooneys father who top-noch actor long
hofo hpard of