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The Palace Theatre


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October 4, 1940 - World Premier of KNUTE ROCKNE All American. Over 24000 fans gathered downtown to catch a glimpse of the stars - only 2400 actually viewed the movie inside.


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Detail of the Grand Lobby Chandeliers, The Palace Theatre.

The Stars of KNUTE ROCKNE All American
FRONT ROW - Charles Ruggles, Owen Davis Jr., Bob Hope, Jimmie Fidler, Donald Crisp, Pat OBrien, Ronald Reagan
SECOND ROW - Peggy Diggins, Ricardo Cortez, Irene Rich, Gail Patrick, Anita Louise, Mrs. Knute Rockne, Gale Page, Rosemary Lane, Rudy Vallee

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