Howdy -
Does anyone know the full story on the 8 x 10 litho color star
portraits (two hole punched) with info and ads on reverse -
that were given away (at least) by Paramount at theaters in the 1950's?
I have a great Martin and Lewis, in hand, from Paramount - but seems
like other studios got in the act, too.
Wondered what these promo portraits were precisely named at the time.
And also wondered if the two hole punch albums were supplied by the
theater.
Two hole being an odd size vs. the more standard 3 punch.
Also - I know early 1950's, but I wonder what was the full range of
years?
The images are beautiful.
I also like the stamp albums and star stamps that were given out.
Maybe somebody knows the story on them as well.
I happen to have an album, so I can see how these were to be collected.
Did the above promo material cost anything or was it free in those
days (the awful early TV years when the battle for audience was on in
full!)
Thanking anyone in advance for picking up the thread and sharing what
you know.
Like many of you folks, I am fascinated by stuff that was given away
at theaters over the years.
Alan Adler
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