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ED McMAHON, FARRAH FAWCETT, MICHAEL JACKSON, GALE STORM, BILLY MAYS, KARL MALDEN... Oy, what a week!

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The Two Ronnies: "Bald Man"

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As of June 1st, 2009, we have shut down our front page news until further notice. While we know this decision will disappoint hundreds, if not dozens, of fans, it is something we felt we needed to do. Why did we do it? Well, as Charles Foster Kane once said: "My reasons satisfy me, Susan!". We will now use this section for actual news or links to important stuff, such as the story immediately below this one.

Release Charley Chase Petition

Thanks to our old friend Yair for bringing this to our attention.

RELEASE BARRABAS... er, CHARLEY CHASE!

Charley Chase was a great comedian who used to work at the Hal Roach studios during the days of Laurel and Hardy and Our Gang in the 20s and 30s. When he left Roach, he moved to Columbia where he not only directed guys like The Three Stooges but also starred in his own series of comedies. If you would like Sony to release their Charley Chase at Columbia set (they are apparently holding it back for various reasons), you can sign a petition requesting it be released ASAP.

Release Charley Chase Petition

Thanks to our old friend Yair for bringing this to our attention.

Updated July 4, 2009
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