<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" > <channel> <title> Comments on: Glamour girls “helping” to put up electrified Christmas trees on Hollywood Blvd across from Grauman’s Chinese Theater, Hollywood, late 1945 </title> <atom:link href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2</link> <description></description> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 04:12:57 +0000</lastBuildDate> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2</generator> <item> <title> By: Name Withheld </title> <link>https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409691</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Name Withheld]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 04:12:57 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://martinturnbull.com/?p=30940#comment-409691</guid> <description><![CDATA[In reply to <a href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409573">Martin Pal</a>. The neon dragons can still be visited at the Museum of Neon Art in Glendale]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In reply to <a href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409573">Martin Pal</a>.</p> <p>The neon dragons can still be visited at the Museum of Neon Art in Glendale</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> By: Tom Chelsey </title> <link>https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409575</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tom Chelsey]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 21 Dec 2024 19:42:18 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://martinturnbull.com/?p=30940#comment-409575</guid> <description><![CDATA[I agree, Martin. The dragon marquees played a special part. It's all about the Chinese slant, and lots of mystery and adventure. There's no question audiences in the 20s and 30s flocked to see Warner Oland play Dr. Fu Manchu and his most famous role, CHARLIE CHAN. It all fits And yes, the Chinese red was outstanding.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I agree, Martin. The dragon marquees played a special part. It’s all about the Chinese slant, and lots of mystery and adventure. There’s no question audiences in the 20s and 30s flocked to see Warner Oland play Dr. Fu Manchu and his most famous role, CHARLIE CHAN. It all fits And yes, the Chinese red was outstanding.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> By: Martin Pal </title> <link>https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409573</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Martin Pal]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 21 Dec 2024 17:23:32 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://martinturnbull.com/?p=30940#comment-409573</guid> <description><![CDATA[In reply to <a href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409565">Christopher</a>. The red parts of the theatre have mostly been accents over the years. Plus the awnings and over the box office or the roof parts of the addition that opened in 1979. What's really missing in the color department are the two large neon dragon marquees and the movie titles advertising what was being played. How many times have we dated photos because of the movies being advertised on the marquees? Electronic billboards are, frankly, a bore.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In reply to <a href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409565">Christopher</a>.</p> <p>The red parts of the theatre have mostly been accents over the years. Plus the awnings and over the box office or the roof parts of the addition that opened in 1979. What’s really missing in the color department are the two large neon dragon marquees and the movie titles advertising what was being played. How many times have we dated photos because of the movies being advertised on the marquees? Electronic billboards are, frankly, a bore.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> By: Christopher </title> <link>https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409565</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Christopher]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:41:28 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://martinturnbull.com/?p=30940#comment-409565</guid> <description><![CDATA[What the H*** happened to Grauman's Chinese Theatre, and when was it painted BATTLESHIP GREY? I propose someone please return the "Chinese Red" color scheme that was there for many years, and make it shine again!]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What the H*** happened to Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, and when<br /> was it painted BATTLESHIP GREY?</p> <p>I propose someone please return the “Chinese Red” color scheme that was there for many years, and make it shine again!</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> By: Paula </title> <link>https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409563</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Paula]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:08:58 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://martinturnbull.com/?p=30940#comment-409563</guid> <description><![CDATA[In reply to <a href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409556">Martin Turnbull</a>. Those are some dang skimpy outfits, too. Hope it was a balmy November!]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In reply to <a href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409556">Martin Turnbull</a>.</p> <p>Those are some dang skimpy outfits, too. Hope it was a balmy November!</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> By: Tom Chelsey </title> <link>https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409560</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tom Chelsey]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:57:32 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://martinturnbull.com/?p=30940#comment-409560</guid> <description><![CDATA[In reply to <a href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409559">Martin Turnbull</a>. Martin, it is a shame. That's the only debit, and I feel sorry for the folks that have to pay. All the years I worked in Hollywood, I was able to park free, also because I was in management, or there were some open spaces -- and that was NOT that long ago. What can you do. Not surprising either.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In reply to <a href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409559">Martin Turnbull</a>.</p> <p>Martin, it is a shame. That’s the only debit, and I feel sorry for the folks that have to pay. All the years I worked in Hollywood, I was able to park free, also because I was in management, or there were some open spaces — and that was NOT that long ago. What can you do. Not surprising either.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> By: Martin Turnbull </title> <link>https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409559</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Martin Turnbull]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:54:24 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://martinturnbull.com/?p=30940#comment-409559</guid> <description><![CDATA[In reply to <a href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409558">Tom Chelsey</a>. I don't remember the last time I parked in Hollywood. I always take the subway because parking is so ridiculously expensive!]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In reply to <a href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409558">Tom Chelsey</a>.</p> <p>I don’t remember the last time I parked in Hollywood. I always take the subway because parking is so ridiculously expensive!</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> By: Tom Chelsey </title> <link>https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409558</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tom Chelsey]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:51:48 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://martinturnbull.com/?p=30940#comment-409558</guid> <description><![CDATA[Footnote: Being the congenial host I am, I was offered a job there to be a host/greeter. And what an opportunity, right in the heart of Hollywood. That said, it's all about parking. It can be costly if you are there on a daily basis. I used to park on Outpost Drive, a few blocks away, where you could park all day. Not anymore. Two hour parking enforced just about everywhere. If you're a biker or hiker you got it made. Still a stunning place to be, and you have to visit the theater at least once. A bucket list requirement.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Footnote: Being the congenial host I am, I was offered a job there to be a host/greeter. And what an opportunity, right in the heart of Hollywood. That said, it’s all about parking. It can be costly if you are there on a daily basis. I used to park on Outpost Drive, a few blocks away, where you could park all day. Not anymore. Two hour parking enforced just about everywhere. If you’re a biker or hiker you got it made. Still a stunning place to be, and you have to visit the theater at least once. A bucket list requirement.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> By: Tom Chelsey </title> <link>https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409557</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tom Chelsey]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:40:42 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://martinturnbull.com/?p=30940#comment-409557</guid> <description><![CDATA[Martin, you are right. First thing, I noticed was the TALL ladder. Not too secure. Where was Sid Grauman? But that's Hollywood and the whole point was to attract an audience, and they sure did. Most famous theater in the world! Outstanding architecture. If you're a local, the story is silent screen star Norma Talmadge stopped by the place while it was under construction and accidentally stepped into cement. Cement footprints! Thus a spectacular idea was born. Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks followed. Only problem today is the expensive parking. Best to walk a few blocks to get there, but what a treat.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Martin, you are right. First thing, I noticed was the TALL ladder. Not too secure. Where was Sid Grauman? But that’s Hollywood and the whole point was to attract an audience, and they sure did. Most famous theater<br /> in the world! Outstanding architecture. If you’re a local, the story is silent screen star Norma Talmadge stopped by the place while it was under construction and accidentally stepped into cement. Cement footprints! Thus a spectacular idea was born.<br /> Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks followed. Only problem today is the expensive parking. Best to walk a few blocks to get there, but what a treat.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> By: Martin Turnbull </title> <link>https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409556</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Martin Turnbull]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 18:58:15 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://martinturnbull.com/?p=30940#comment-409556</guid> <description><![CDATA[In reply to <a href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409553">Name Withheld</a>. This was the era of no work place safety, so who cares about pretty girls in high heels up tall ladders??!?]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In reply to <a href="https://martinturnbull.com/2024/12/20/glamour-girls-helping-to-put-up-electrified-christmas-trees-on-hollywood-blvd-across-from-graumans-chinese-theater-hollywood-late-1945-2/#comment-409553">Name Withheld</a>.</p> <p>This was the era of no work place safety, so who cares about pretty girls in high heels up tall ladders??!?</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel> </rss>