Happy birthday to silent film actor and professional wrestler Bull Montana (1887-1950). Bull’s featured here on a movie card, also included are some excerpts about his career.
News & Notes
Articles gathered under this heading include Cliff's monthly previews of Turner Classic Movies programming, reviews of movie books and interviews with film book authors, and site-related announcements including collectibles sales and book announcements.
Film Directors Featured in 1938 Movie Millions Board Game
The 1938 Movie Millions Board Game includes several movie cards featuring an eclectic mix of stars as well as several film directors, who are shown here.
"I’d Rather Be An Actor Than His Photograph" – Stars from Stage to Film
A look at the star system, specifically why it took so long for there to be film stars when we already had a star system on the stage. Illustrated with playing cards from 1908 featuring theatre stars.
Laurel & Hardy Collector Bob Duncan Shares His Display
Real collectors from various niches answer, “How do you display your collection?” Laurel & Hardy collector Bob Duncan shares photos of his massive collection.
Today in 1878 – Birth of Lionel Barrymore
Happy birthday to a member of acting’s first family, Lionel Barrymore (1878-1954), with a complete run-down of today’s TCM schedule plus images of vintage movie collectibles.
Dixie Premiums Checklist by Tom Popelka
The book I turn to whenever I acquire a new batch of Dixie Lids or Dixie Premiums. This checklist by Tom Popelka includes everything there is to know about Dixies.
Prices Realized on Movie Bus Passes with Conclusions and Strategy
A follow-up to a previous post about World War II era Bus Passes featuring Movie Advertisements. With actual Prices Realized plus strategies for both buyers and sellers on eBay.
Today in 1994 – Birth of Turner Classic Movies (TCM)
Happy birthday to our very dear friend, Turner Classic Movies (1994 – ). How Cablevision on Long Island made me wait so long for TCM. Plus a nice Gone With the Wind movie card illustrating the article.
Collecting Matchcovers in 1950
Collecting matchcovers as covered by The American Magazine in 1950 and beyond into today. Fifties collectors Sam Rosen and Doc Wilson. Plus the Lindbergh and Mendelson covers.
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Oz in The American Magazine
I found this beautiful full page color ad for The Wizard of Oz while paging through the September 1939 issue of The American Magazine and cribbing contents for its sales listing.
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