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The Big Parade Marquee

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A crowd is gathered around MGM's "trackless train" outside the Astor Theater where "The Big Parade" is showing. Also visible is a gigantic advertisement for the Ever-Ready Safety Razor.

Date Created:
1927
Creator:
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Publication Information

Creator
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Date Created
1927

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
SF Advertising/Exploitation
Classification
WCFTR

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT UNDETERMINED
Conditions For Use
This image is issued by the Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research. For further information, contact WCFTR. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Center. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied for resale or distribution as a photoprint, used as agency stock, or used in any other enterprise. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research.
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research
Unique ID
W013MQ0
Legacy ID
WHi 37689

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