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Mary Mallory / Hollywood Heights: Newly Restored ‘Queen Kelly’ a Tribute to Gloria Swanson and Erich von Stroheim

Posted on March 16, 2026 by lmharnisch

Mary Mallory looks at the newly restored “Queen Kelly,” starring Gloria Swanson and directed by Erich von Stroheim, a troubled, unfinished film that vanished, known mostly through clips in “Sunset Boulevard.”
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Movieland Mystery Photo (Updated + + + +)

Posted on March 16, 2026 by lmharnisch

For Monday, we have a mysterious guest! Continue reading →

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1944 on the Radio — Charles Laughton on ‘Orson Welles’ Radio Almanac,’ March 15, 1944

Posted on March 15, 2026 by lmharnisch

March 15, 1944 on the radio: Charles Laughton is Orson Welles’ guest on ‘Radio Almanac.’ Also ‘The Lone Ranger,’ and baritone William Hargrave on ‘To Your Good Health.’ Continue reading →

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Movieland Mystery Photo (Updated + + + +)

Posted on March 9, 2026 by lmharnisch

For Monday, we have a very mysterious fellow. With a gun. Continue reading →

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Daylight Saving Time: A Reminder From Pier Angeli and the Daily Mirror

Posted on March 8, 2026 by lmharnisch

Pier Angeli and her little friend with a reminder about Daylight Saving Time. Continue reading →

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Movieland Mystery Photo (Updated + + + +)

Posted on March 2, 2026 by lmharnisch

For Monday, we have two mysterious fellows. Continue reading →

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Movieland Mystery Photo (Updated + + + +)

Posted on February 23, 2026 by lmharnisch

For Monday, we have a mysterious woman and Back of the Head Guy. Continue reading →

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1944 in Print — ‘Walter Winchell on Broadway,’ February 18, 1944

Posted on February 18, 2026 by lmharnisch

February 18, 1944: Herr Goering’s first name, Herman, came from a Jewish doctor, Herman Eppstein, of Tyrol, Austria, Walter Winchell says. Continue reading →

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1944 in Print — ‘Walter Winchell on Broadway,’ February 16, 1944

Posted on February 16, 2026 by lmharnisch

February 16, 1944: Errol Flynn was turned down for the seventh time by the Army and Navy. He is asking the latter for special service and a waiver on physical defects, Walter Winchell says. Continue reading →

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1944 on the Radio — Bing Crosby on ‘Mail Call,’ February 16, 1944

Posted on February 16, 2026 by lmharnisch

February 16, 1944: On the radio dial: Bing Crosby; “The Lone Ranger”;and opera singer Betty Mulliner. Continue reading →

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Movieland Mystery Photo (Updated + + + +)

Posted on February 16, 2026 by lmharnisch

For Monday, we have a mysterious fellow. Continue reading →

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1944 in Print — ‘Walter Winchell on Broadway,’ February 11, 1944

Posted on February 11, 2026 by lmharnisch

February 11, 1944: Sherman Billingsley, the Stork Club owner, has mike fright. Last year, frixample, he agreed to appear on “Duffy’s Tavern,” but at the last moment ran out, scared stiff. Ed Gardner went dizzy seeking a substitute, and was very irked with Mr. B, who said he’d rather pay plenty than appear on the radio, Walter Winchell says. Continue reading →

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Movieland Mystery Photo (Updated + + + +)

Posted on February 9, 2026 by lmharnisch

For Monday, we have a mysterious fellow. Continue reading →

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1944 on the Radio — ‘His Butler’s Sister,’ February 7, 1944

Posted on February 7, 2026 by lmharnisch

February 7, 1944: On the radio dial, Hop Harrigan and Lux Radio Theater presents Deanna Durbin and Pat O’Brien in “His Butler’s Sister. Continue reading →

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Movieland Mystery Photo (Updated + + + +)

Posted on February 2, 2026 by lmharnisch

For Monday, we have two mysterious guests. Continue reading →

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1944 on the Radio — ‘Random Harvest’ on ‘Lux Radio Theater,’ Jan. 31, 1944

Posted on January 31, 2026 by lmharnisch

January 31, 1944: On the radio, we have the Lux Radio Theater with “Random Harvest,” starring Ronald Colman and Greer Garson. Continue reading →

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1944 on the Radio — ‘Nick Carter, Master Detective,’ January 29, 1944

Posted on January 29, 2026 by lmharnisch

January 29, 1944: On the radio: Nick Carter, Master Detective! Continue reading →

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Shirley Temple’s Tempest — Celebs Tee Off on Golf Course Over Star

Posted on January 27, 2026 by lmharnisch

January 27, 1950: Actor Kirkwood Jr. and singer Johnny Johnston get into a fight at the Riviera Country Club over … Shirley Temple. Continue reading →

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Mary Mallory / Hollywood Heights: ‘Don’t Be a Sucker’ Promotes American Values

Posted on January 26, 2026 by lmharnisch

Mary Mallory on the Signal Corps’ short “Don’t Be a Sucker,” produced in 1945, initially for GIs returning from World War II and in general release in 1946. “Don’t Be a Sucker,” a documentary on tolerance, describes the founding principles of the United States’ Declaration of Independence and Constitution. Continue reading →

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Movieland Mystery Photo (Updated + + + +)

Posted on January 26, 2026 by lmharnisch

For Monday, we have a woman of mystery. Continue reading →

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