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February 22, 1946
Toledo Union Journal
Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio
What is this article about?
Director George Marshall used apple crates on the Paramount set of Bob Hope's 'Monsieur Beaucaire' to provide seating for actresses in heavy 18th-century hoop skirts, solving a costume-related comfort issue.
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Apple Crates Play Big Supporting Role
HOLLYWOOD,
Prop men at Paramount were puzzled when Director George Marshall ordered 100 apple boxes for delivery to the set of the Bob Hope comedy of the 1700's, "Monsieur Beaucaire."
The boxes were not meant for use in the film.
Feminine principals and extras, all attired in 18th Century gowns, can't stand up for long periods without tiring under the weight of the costumes.
Marshall ordered the boxes because the girls can't sit on chairs while wearing hoop skirts.
HOLLYWOOD,
Prop men at Paramount were puzzled when Director George Marshall ordered 100 apple boxes for delivery to the set of the Bob Hope comedy of the 1700's, "Monsieur Beaucaire."
The boxes were not meant for use in the film.
Feminine principals and extras, all attired in 18th Century gowns, can't stand up for long periods without tiring under the weight of the costumes.
Marshall ordered the boxes because the girls can't sit on chairs while wearing hoop skirts.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
What keywords are associated?
Apple Crates
Hoop Skirts
Film Set
Paramount
Monsieur Beaucaire
What entities or persons were involved?
George Marshall
Bob Hope
Where did it happen?
Hollywood, Paramount
Story Details
Key Persons
George Marshall
Bob Hope
Location
Hollywood, Paramount
Story Details
Director George Marshall ordered 100 apple boxes for the set of Bob Hope's 18th-century comedy 'Monsieur Beaucaire' at Paramount. The boxes were used by female cast members in hoop skirts to sit on, as they couldn't use chairs.