[78-L] Public Melody Number One

[Ken "Silver Showcase"]

David Weiner wrote:
> Hey Ken,
>
> More info from the LOUIS ARMSTRONG ON THE SCREEN book - the number was cut
> solely to bring the running time of the film down.  Nothing to do with race.
> Since the number was a self-contained segment, it was easy to lose. The
> producers wanted to add more footage of costar Beatrice Lillie and so cut
> other portions of the film.  Since Louis's appearance had been promoted in
> the black press, theater owners in  
> black neighborhoods were given the option of a print with the number
> included. 
>
> Dave W.
>   

Fascinating.  Thanks for the added information, Dave.

Again, let's hope that it turns up someday.

-- Ken