Hollywood Heritage is a non- profit organization dedicated to preservation of the historic built environment in Hollywood and to education about the early film industry and the role its pioneers played in shaping Fall 2011 www.hollywoodheritage.org Volume 30, Number 3 Hollywood’s history. Hollywood Heritage Begins Work on Lasky-DeMille Barn Rehabilitation and Maintenance Project or “I’ll Soon be Ready for my Next Close-Up, Mr. DeMille” ollywood Heritage has begun its re- professionals who meet the Secretary of the In- habilitation and maintenance proj- terior Standards for Professionals, the exterior Buy The Squaw Man Hect for the Lasky-DeMille Barn, of the Barn will be repainted. This phase of the in the Museum Store! California Landmark #554, that now serves project will also include minor repairs and re- as the Hollywood Heritage Museum. All work finishing of the north and west deck as well as he Museum store has had many in- on this major historic architectural treasure work on the back deck and fence repairs. quiries about where to get a copy of of Hollywood’s film community will be con- Completion of this work will precede the centen- Tthe motion picture that transformed ducted in accordance with the Secretary of the nials of Paramount Pictures (1912) and of the first a horse barn into a movie studio: Cecil B. Interior Standards over the next year. This is full length motion picture filmed in Hollywood at DeMille and Oscar Apfel’s The Squaw Man. the first major renovation and maintenance the Lasky-DeMille Barn, the Squaw Man (1914). This 1914 silent classic is now available in the project for the Barn in the last 15 years. After completion of this work, the Barn Museum Store in DVD format for $19.95. Visitors to the Barn don’t realize that there is will have its first Historic Structures Report Remember, if you are a current member of a second story above the Museum store section to guide future repairs. The Historic Struc- Hollywood Heritage, there is a 10% discount of the Barn. Hollywood Heritage maintains its tures Report will include the paint analysis on your Museum store purchases. Plan ahead. office in this space. It has often been a challenge for continued use in the appropriate preser- On your next visit to the Museum, consider the to work upstairs. With financial support from vation and maintenance of this architectural DVD, or a Hollywood Heritage mug or tote the Cecil B. DeMille Foundation, Paramount treasure from Hollywood’s golden past. For bag as gift items for Christmas, Hanukkah, Pictures, and the National Trust for Historic the first time, Hollywood Heritage’s record or someone’s birthday. Each one would make Preservation’s Los Angeles Preservation Fund, of stewardship of this important landmark a nice gift, and purchasing all three would be the project includes rehabilitation of the second will be between two covers. Results of pho- an even better way to help support Hollywood floor. A better electrical system, lighting, cli- tographic and archival research performed by Heritage. mate control, and insulation are included. After board members and volunteers will be part of a paint analysis and specifications developed by the document. President’s Message spects the historic architecture of our com- Evening @ the Barn Recognizing munity, especially the structures of good design. Aesthetics drives her other interests No Guarantees Our Workers as well. She is an eclectic collector, focusing Hollywood's Shattered on many subjects. Among her collections by Richard Adkins mains to be seen. What is clear is that you can ollywood Heritage is an organiza- are movie star tins, fan magazines, lobby o matter how strong the public per- have historic designation, but if anyone, indi- www.hollywoodheritage.org tion of volunteers, many of whom cards, early radios and telephones, hotel keys, Kingdom: M-G-M ception of historic designation for a vidual, group or agency, decides to flagrantly Hdevote a good portion of their free bridge tallies, playing card decks, vintage Nbuilding may be, it cannot guarantee ignore those laws, individuals are placed in a BOARD OF DIRECTORS time to keep the museum open, the archives jewelry, and souvenirs from the 1933 Chi- ollywood Heritage and the that the structure will remain standing. Short- “fight or flight” stance while others take an indexed and organized, the public programs cago and 1939 New York World’s Fairs, to Hollywood Heritage Museum are Richard Adkins, President term thinking has been the downfall of more inactive “Ain’t it awful?” position. And this high quality, and who advocate to protect the name a few. She is interested in silent movies, pleased to be celebrating the ac- Claire Bradford, Vice President H than one important building. Vigilance is one of is for a building already protected to the full ex- historic Hollywood built for tourists to see early fashion and architecture. All of her col- complishment of two long-time volunteers, the best tools available to the preservationist. tent available locally. Alan H. Simon, Secretary and future generations to experience. lectibles are centered on the object’s aesthetic Steve Sylvester and Michael Troyan, with a Recently, a Hollywood landmark has been Recently, in Santa Monica, the city coun- In this issue of our newsletter we feature appeal – on the art form. For example, she special October 12th Evening @ the Barn pre- Randy Haberkamp, Treasurer placed in jeopardy despite all the best efforts cil disregarded a landmarks commission de- one of our hard-working volunteers. will even watch a silent movie, known to be sentation and book signing for their new cision to designate an apartment building, Graphic Artist Sue Slutzky a dog, with an eye to the clothing worn, the book, M-G-M: Hollywood’s Greatest Backlot, We may not always which had been home to the city’s first female Robert S. Birchard furniture in the scenes, and other indices of which they co-wrote with Steven Bingen. mayor, deciding instead in favor of a success- Many of you have received beautiful and the era. Mr. Bingen is also the author of Warner Bros: be listened to, but ful development company, which desires to Bob Blue collectible programs when attending an Eve- Growing up among show business peo- The Stuff Dreams are Made of, and works as an build condos on the site. This is not the first ning @ the Barn at the Hollywood Heritage ple in the San Fernando Valley, Ms. Slutzky archivist at Warner Bros. our numbers make Amy Condit time this has occurred locally. Again, there Museum. For the past eight years these pro- has maintained and cultivated her friend- Steve Sylvester has been an integral part of us much harder are no guarantees. Vigilance is the best way Bryan Cooper grams have been designed and produced by ships with many of Hollywood’s connected Hollywood Heritage through his extensive to ignore. to protect a structure, and if you add mak- people. She work at the Wattles Mansion and Gardens. ing a noise when something appears to be Denise DeCarlo is a frequent You may also remember Steve’s terrific docu- to keep such an event from occurring. The going on – even if the activity turns out to Margot Gerber attendee at mentary on art director Robert Kinoshita, site was designated a landmark in 1994 and be innocent or actually beneficial – it makes events sup- which was presented at the museum in 2004. is home to two culturally significant struc- it clear the public is watching. If we can dem- Laurie Goldman porting the Michael Troyan was a volunteer back when tures, one representing the outdoors educa- onstrate that a lot of people are watching, all Mary Mallory historical our museum was first named “The Holly- tion movement of the early 20th century, the better. Greater numbers mean a greater relevancy of wood Studio Museum.” Since then he has and the other the home of an organization voice and for Hollywood Heritage to be ef- Christy Johnson McAvoy the indus- authored A Rose For Mrs. Miniver: The Life of based in the community since just after the fective, we need our membership numbers to try and the Greer Garson and contributed to Disney A-Z, Dr. Meredith Drake Reitan turn of the last century. Some participants be high. Holly wood The Disney Villains, and The Disney Poster Book. erroneously believe it is the second building, We may not always be listened to, but our Jeffrey Stutts commu- In addition to the authors sharing their the mid-century structure, which is the land- numbers make us much harder to ignore. nity. Until knowledge of the legendary M-G-M Studio, mark, and have taken questionable steps to Please keep your membership up, and ask Stan Taffel she tore her the evening will also include a visual presen- remove the older structure. This has resulted your friends, relatives and neighbors to be- Tracy Terhune Achilles ten- tation and a short film Mr. Sylvester made on in numerous calls to various city depart- come a member of Hollywood Heritage to don, Sue had the former studio, followed by a question and ments and officials and, ultimately, the police increase our strength. Valerie Yaros been an avid answer session and book signing. department to prevent deliberate deteriora- tennis player Come celebrate the legacy of what many tion of the structure, ultimately leading to ei- Committees & Chairs for 30 years. believe to be Hollywood's greatest movie ther demolition by neglect or de-designation Finance & Development - Claire Bradford She loves to studio! Advance tickets by phone or Inter- as detail and fabric from the structure is sys- former Hollywood Heritage board member vacation in the glitz of Las Vegas, obviously net are recommended through Brown Paper tematically removed. Museum - Richard Adkins Sue Slutzky. The content and quality of these to absorb the exteriors and interiors of the Tickets (see article on page 6). These two structures have the ill fortune Membership - Laurie Goldman works of art surpass those received when one historic built Vegas aesthetics, to be sitting on valuable real estate – but then Nominating - Robert Birchard attends the legitimate theater, and have even and the fashions of the gaming what real estate in Los Angeles is not po- appeared on eBay. Often, participants have and entertainment participants. tentially valuable? Just a step away is a large Preservation Issues - Dr. Meredith Drake Reitan the featured guest autograph their treasured When asked about her deep in- condo development and a neighborhood Public Relations - Bryan Cooper copy. When viewing the museum exhibits volvement with Hollywood Her- of high-rise apartments where single fam- Publications - Alan H. Simon you have also read the signage created by Ms. itage, Sue says, “I’ve made many ily homes from the turn of the last century Slutzky. valuable friends during my years stood until perhaps twenty years ago. Silent Society - Randy Haberkamp A native of Los Angeles, Sue grew up in with Hollywood Heritage. It’s a As usual, there are two sides, both armed Mary Zickefoose the San Fernando Valley, receiving her art great organization and I enjoy with lawyers, but only one of those sides has Director of Membership Development degree at California State University, North- doing my part for the wonderful disregarded court orders to cease doing any John Clifford ridge. Her career as a Graphic Designer / programs and the museum.” work on the structure and ignores orders Newsletter and Web Site Editor Art Director has included book jackets, bro- We are pleased to recognize prohibiting them from being on the property chures and motion picture advertising in Sue Slutzky as one of Hollywood Hollywood Heritage Newsletter is published until court-ordered reorganization occurs. quarterly by Hollywood Heritage, Inc., Hollywood and London. She currently does Heritage’s shining stars. She gets To this side, action apparently speaks louder P.O. Box 2586, Hollywood, CA 90078 free-lance graphic design work. our thanks for her selfless volun- than law. How this issue will resolve itself re- Call (323) 465-6716 to book your 323 874-4005. Her interests extend beyond the creation teer participation benefitting our Saturday morning tour! of beautiful layouts and visual pieces. She re- Hollywood community. 2 Hollywood Heritage Newsletter | Fall 2011 Hollywood Heritage Newsletter | Fall 2011 3 Preservation In Action Hollywoodland – Evening @ the Barn Update on the Stable-izing the Hollywood, Ennis House “Putting It Together” My Home Town Story of Our Barn By Mary Mallory nother of Hollywood’s 10 Most by Valerie Yaros, Hollywood Heritage Board Member, Screen Actors Guild Historian evin Thomas will give Evening @ Endangered Sites list (see March ou might think that writers the Barn attendees an insider’s view 2011 Newsletter) has made positive here it was – what I never expected historical newspaper database, available for sit alone in the middle of the of early Hollywood on Wednesday, A K th progress toward restoration. In light of this, to find. On page 15 of the April 25, searching at home for anyone with a City of Ynight trying to write and put November 9 at 7:30 pm, at the Hollywood Hollywood Heritage is removing the property T1901 Los Angeles Times was an article Los Angeles Public Library card and an In- together a book, but I can tell you that Heritage Museum. Advance tickets by phone from the current 10 Most Endangered List but headlined Hollywood. Making Many Improvements ternet connection. Here’s how to do it from is a myth. In reality, it takes a village to or Internet are recommended through Brown will continue to monitor its condition. The which stated that: Col. R. J. Northam has let the home: bring a book to completion. The book Paper Tickets (see article on page 6). original listing of Frank Lloyd Wright’s textile contract for a $7000 house on the corner of Prospect 1. Go to www.lapl.org. I authored for Hollywood Heritage, Kevin Thomas is best known as the lon- block masterpiece, the Ennis House, conclud- Avenue and Vine street. The grounds are being laid Hollywoodland, is already in its sec- gest contributing film critic at theLos Angeles 2. Select/click on “Access the Databases.” ed that the House’s future without a buyer or out so as to produce some elaborate art effects. A ond printing, and is available in the Times; but, in truth, Mr. Thomas’ life in Hol- alternative use scheme was in limbo and de- bowling alley 60x16 feet will be a novel feature of the 3. Choose/click on “Newspapers” under Hollywood Heritage Museum Store. I lywood goes far beyond his accomplished spite the best efforts of its caretaker founda- place. The stables in connection with the property are the heading “Find Articles & Informa- will be happy to autograph it for you. writings. Mr. Thomas’ family was one of the tion, could continue to deteriorate. The Ennis nearly completed at a cost of probably $5000. Two tion.” Many people were involved in first families of early Hollywood and owned House Foundation, which owned the House, sets of stalls are provided. While the horses are occu- 4. Scroll down to “Research Library (Pro- providing research information for property along Hollywood (then Prospect) utilized FEMA funds, grants, contributions pying the day stalls those which they have been in dur- Quest)” and select/click it. the book. Alan Simon, Hollywood Boulevard, Cherokee and La Brea Avenues. and a construction loan to stabilize and par- ing the night will be thoroughly aired and renovated. Heritage’s board secretary, helped me The Thomas family is French in origin and tially restore the House after the severe dam- Stables?? Stables! Horses! The Barn!! I 5. Enter the number on the barcode of pitch the idea to Arcadia Publishing counted among their Hollywood neighbors age created by the 1994 Northridge earth- could not believe my eyes – in searching for your library card, followed by the PIN, last year, and then helped with valu- and friends the noted artist Paul DeLongpre quake and the 2005 heavy rains. In July 2011, Northam, I had discovered the true “birth which is the last four digits of your tele- able genealogical, law, and history and Louis Blondeau, the owner of the road the Foundation announced that the House year” of the Barn, courtesy of an unnamed phone number. research. Donna Hill helped provide house which eventually became Hollywood’s had been sold to billionaire Ron Burkle for LA Times writer. Until this article, Hol- 6. Hit “Enter” and then “Click here to patent research. Joan Myers helped first film studio. approximately $4.5 million, the outstanding lywood Heritage did not know the Barn’s proceed.” me negotiate Ancestry.com for census This evening will provide a rare glimpse balance of the construction loan. Burkle was exact age. “Circa 1895” had long been used and voting records research, as well into Hollywood history since, as his ca- the only one to step forward to guarantee the as an approximate date, gleaned from earlier 7. You will see two lines of six thumbnail as introducing me to the great history reer progressed, Mr. Thomas could num- construction loan so that the stabilization and printed stories, but it was unknown whether photos: select the one at far right, top department of the Los Angeles Cen- ber among his own friends not only well initial restoration work could be completed. or not the Barn’s construction preceded Col. row, called “Historical Newspapers.” tral Library. Christy McAvoy and Fran Of- for other interesting information. known luminaries like Gloria Swanson, but It is anticipated that Mr. Burkle will continue Northam’s purchase of the property, or if he 8. For the best way to search this database, fenhauser provided wonderful insights into I also received great help with selecting also Minta Durfee Arbuckle, wife of Roscoe with the responsible stewardship of this ar- ordered it built. Now we know. Since 2009, click “Advanced Search” at the right the development’s architecture and archi- and scanning photographs for the book. Hol- (“Fatty”) Arbuckle, and Gertrude Astor, a chitectural treasure begun by the Ennis House I had occasionally searched the Los Ange- side of the screen. tects. The staff at The Academy of Motion lywood Heritage President Richard Adkins co-star of Rudolph Valentino. Foundation and complete its restoration. les Times historical newspaper database, Picture Arts and Science's Margaret Herrick generously supported my search of the orga- Film historian and Hollywood Heritage 9. From the “Advanced Search” screen, hunting for articles Library also provided invaluable help in the nization’s archives, and beautifully scanned board member Robert S. Birchard will host you can narrow your date range, as on Col. Northam and research process. Brent Walker shared details the photos for the project. Marc Wanamaker, the evening, interviewing Mr. Thomas about well as limit your search to articles, car- Jacob Stern, the two about Mack Sennett and Hollywoodland. Jim a former President of Hollywood Heritage, his family and career. There will also be a vi- toons, photos and the like. To search men that we knew Dawson, Jeff Masino, and Brent Walker also very generously opened Bison Archives files sual presentation of early Hollywood history. for a name or title, put it in quote marks, had owned the prop- gave valuable information about movies and for use in the book. Allison Francis, Jim like “Jesse Lasky” or “Jesse L. Lasky.” erty on which the television shows that filmed in the area. I Dawson, James Zeruk Jr., Richard Adkins, Barn sat, and learn- 10. To select the way you want results sort- most especially want to thank Chris O’Brien and Tommy Lamey also graciously allowed ing fascinating details ed, scroll to the bottom of the screen for her graciousness in helping to identify ad- images of theirs to be employed. The Marga- which are well worth before you sort your search and select dresses and residents, along with an informa- ret Herrick Library staff, including Michael a story of their own. from the choices in “Sort Results By.” tive walk through the neighborhood. Tyler and the digital gallery staff who pro- But I did not find the Along with all this help, I examined the duced such gorgeous prints, also generously Times article men- If you have questions about searching the historical Los Angeles Times and New York supported my work. tioning the Barn’s database, e-mail me at hollywoodheritage@ Times through ProQuest, conducted re- The Hollywood Heritage Board of Direc- construction until gmail.com. search in various archives, read books on the tors read drafts of the manuscript, and Bob Friday, June 3, 2011, Worry not: our discovery of the Barn’s begin- history of Los Angeles and its creators, ex- Birchard and Michael Francis edited film nor did I ever expect nings does not mean that we shall change the amined photo archives for images, contacted clips for the June 5th program’s movie reel. a newspaper to men- title of our popular evening programs to Eve- various museums and universities regarding Richard Adkins created a gorgeous Pow- tion such a structure. ning @ the Stables, or Silents Under the Stalls! art, architecture, music, and people, exam- erPoint presentation for the evening. Sue This discovery ined the Los Angeles County Assessor’s plat Guldin and Fran Offenhauser loaned items would not have been See the Barn's updated history Time Line books and computer database, looked at cen- for the special exhibit. easily made were it not at www.HollywoodHeritage.org. Click on sus and voting records, examined old city di- I couldn’t have finished the book without for the online search- Museum, and scroll to the bottom of the rectories, watched films and television shows the assistance of all these great people. ability of ProQuest's page for the Time Line link. in archives and on DVD/VHS, and foraged Los Angeles Times 4 Hollywood Heritage Newsletter | Fall 2011 Hollywood Heritage Newsletter | Fall 2011 5 Reserved Tickets Evening @ the Barn and sexy chemistry with William Powell, Loy MEMBERSHIP displayed a sparkling sense of humor as well A Day of Silents by the Now Available Myrna Loy as an elegant style. She also displayed a pleas- UPDATE ing chemistry with Clark Gable in five MGM By Mary Mallory Through Brown films. Loy became a woman men yearned for. Hollywood Heritage n grateful recognition of their generous orgeous. Radiant. Witty. Whipsmart. During World War II, her career as an support, we sincerely thank the following Paper Tickets Sexy. Myrna Loy was all these things activist blossomed. Loy would devote her- Silent Society Irenewing members who have made con- Gand more. One of the most beloved self to the Red Cross during the War, and tributions at the $100 level and above as of n response to numerous requests for a actresses of classic Hollywood, she was also later served as Co-Chairman of the Advi- oin the Silent Society of September 30, 2011. Category titles are names procedure which would allow Evening @ one of the top box office draws of the 1930s. sory Council of the National Committee Hollywood Heritage for a of historic Hollywood Studios. Ithe Barn attendees to have reserved tick- Whether starring Jdaylong series of screen- Keystone $1,000+ ets, Hollywood Heritage is now utilizing the with William Powell, ings on Saturday, November Ted Bulthaup, Millennium Partners services of a ticket agency known as Brown Clark Gable, or Cary 5, 2011 at the Hollywood Kalem $250+ Paper Tickets for all of its programs. Grant, Loy drew au- Heritage Museum, 2100 N. Todd Holland & Scotch Ellis Loring In the recent past, it has been difficult for dience and the cam- Highland Avenue. The films Bill Condon & Jack Morrissey both the museum management and the mem- era’s attention with will feature some of the Los Angeles Fire Department Historical Society bers to balance conflicting issues of revenue her grace, charm, and most popular LEADING Triangle $100+ and attendance. Fire laws limit the number elegant manner. LADIES of the silent era in Johnathon Daugherty of people we can accommodate in the muse- Hollywood Heri- rarely screened performances. Betty Petitt um, and we also cannot reserve membership tage will host re- All films will be presented Crosby & Linda Doe seats as the number of Hollywood Heritage spected author Emily from good old-fashioned Dale Olson & Eugene Harbin Jr. members exceeds the fire law restrictions. So Leider at an Evening 16mm prints. Susanna Erdos we needed a service, which would allow us @ the Barn, Wednes- Screenings begin at 2:30 RVD Productions LLC to gauge the attendance at the events in ad- day, December 14, pm. There will be a dinner Leith Adams vance and would allow attendees to reserve 2011 at 7:30 PM, as break. Violet & William Caidin their ticket before the night of the event. she talks about her The motion pictures and their schedules Outpost Estates Homeowners Association George Houle Brown Paper Tickets addresses those needs and new Myrna Loy biog- are: Thank You! Alice M. Allen so far has been a resounding success for us. raphy, The Only Good • 2:30 pm - Sex (1920) starring Louise Hollywood Heritage Fran Reichenbach For those of you who have not tried it, this Girl in Hollywood, re- Glaum, Irving Cummings and Peggy William Hamblett service will allow you to buy your tickets on- leasing in October Pearce; Director: Fred Niblo. Recipient of Notable Grants William & Emily Leider line or over the phone, and then choose to through University • 3:30 pm - Are Parents People? (1925) star- Richard & Elizabeth Brill have them mailed to you or held at the box of California Press. ring Betty Bronson, Florence Vidor and ollywood Heritage’s overall opera- Neill Foster office. Members can purchase tickets at the Leider, author of the Adolphe Menjou; Director: Malcolm St. tions are supervised by the board of Myron Meisel member discount price but must verify mem- critically acclaimed Clair. directors, who make decisions re- bership at the door. If not sold out, any avail- Becoming Mae West • Dinner break. Hgarding the revenue brought in by membership Welcome New Members! able tickets can be purchased on the evening and Dark Lover: The • 7:30 pm - Lilac Time (1928) starring Col- dues, programs, admissions and sales at the Aliki Stilianos of the event. There is also a small charge to Life and Death of Ru- leen Moore, Gary Cooper and Burr Mc- museum. These funds generously provided by Heather Robinson Long the ticket buyer to cover Brown Paper Tickets’ dolph Valentino, will Intosh; Director: George Fitzmaurice. members and people who attend these events Joe Nachison handling fee. screen rare photo- All films featuring live musical accompani- pay the overhead of the organization. We have John Fahey For those of you who are curious as to graphs, followed by a ment by Michael Mortilla in a little or no labor costs as volunteers staff our Mortillathon! Darin Barnes who Brown Paper Tickets is . . . here is some feature film starring operations, with one part time person to han- All Day Pass Mike Oldham background information: Brown Paper Tick- Loy. Advance tickets dle membership. What our funds are unable to Greg Konz-Krzyminski ets are ticket buyers and event producers. by phone or internet $15 for the general public and $10 for cover is capital expenditures and major mainte- David Hanson They service small intimate shows and big are recommended Holly­wood Heritage members. nance issues. For these, we apply for grants and Jonathan Nettler commercial festivals. They have worked as through Brown Pa- large donations. As noted in our lead article, Individual Films John Girodo concert promoters, in the box offices of com- per Tickets (see article at left). Against Discrimination in Housing, as well the current restoration work on the barn is be- Nancy Brindley munity theaters, and in stadiums and at other Born Myrna Williams in Helena, Mon- as the United States National Commission $10 for the general public and $5 for Holly­ ing done through the largesse of organizations William Kay ticketing companies. As a company they’ve tana on August 2, 1905, she moved with her for UNESCO. wood Heritage members. to whom we are very grateful. Brian Schweidenback been doing ticketing for ten years, but the mother and brother to Southern California After the War, her career waned, though Advanced general public and Hollywood Grants and Special Donations: Gary Grossman staff’s combined experience producing and in 1918, settling near Culver City. In 1921, she received excellent notices opposite Cary Heritage member admission tickets can now Matias Ponce attending events spans decades. she posed for sculptor Harry Winebrenner’s Grant in The Bachelor and the Bobby Soxer and be purchased online with your credit card • The Cecil B. DeMille Foundation: Elizabeth McDonald For more details and to purchase admis- statue “Inspiration,” located in front of Ven- Mr. Blandings Builds his Dream House, as well via Brown Paper Tickets. Cost includes a $25,000. sion tickets please call their 24/7 Ticket ice High School. as possibly the best notices of her career as a nominal service fee. Just go to https://www. • Paramount Pictures: $10,000, plus in- Hotline: 1-800-838-3006 (USA) or, on your Loy began appearing in silent films in the loving wife in The Best Years of Our Lives. brownpapertickets.com/event/203096 for kind labor. computer, go to www.brownpapertickets.com and mid-1920s. Because of her sultry, exotic look, Loy’s sly charm and style still seem fresh more information or call 1-800-838-3006 to • The National Trust for Historic Preser- search for the name of the event. We cer- she often portrayed Asian or Eurasian char- and energetic today. Come learn more about reserve your tickets over the phone. It’s that vation’s Los Angeles Preservation Fund: tainly hope you’ll be pleased with this new acters in films, often as villains, vamps, or this excellent actress and personality at the easy! All day pass and tickets available at the $5,000. service. femme fatales. December 14 Evening @ the Barn. door as seating space permits. • The Jack Oakie and Victoria Horne Loy’s appearance in the 1934 film The Thin Oakie Charitable Foundation: $5,000. Man changed all that. Sharing witty repartee 6 Hollywood Heritage Newsletter | Fall 2011 Hollywood Heritage Newsletter | Fall 2011 7 www.hollywoodheritage.org P.O. Box 2586 Hollywood, CA 90078

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WEDNESDAY, October 12, 2011, 7:30 pm – Hollywood Heritage Museum – Evening @ the Barn: MGM, Hollywood Shattered Kingdom. SATURDAY, November 5, 2011, Silent Society of Hol- lywood Heritage presents a day of screenings of rare silent movies at the Hollywood Heritage Museum starting at 2:30 pm and into the evening hours. Dinner break provided. WEDNESDAY, November 9, 2011, 7:30 pm – Holly- wood Heritage Museum – Evening @ the Barn: Hollywood Home Town, An Evening with Kevin Thomas. WEDNESDAY, December 14, 2011, 7:30 pm – Holly- wood Heritage Museum – Evening @ the Barn: Myrna Loy. NOTE: all Evenings @ the Barn programs begin at 7:30 pm. Seating is limited to 110 persons. For all programs, advance tickets are available at Brown Paper Tickets, 1-800-838- 3006, or at www.BrownPaperTickets.com

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