Advertisement, Doublemint Chewing Gum - Dick Powell
Object number2013.060.01
Date1939
MediumPaper, Ink
Dimensions13 3/4 x 5 1/2 in. (34.9 x 14 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
DescriptionAn advertisement for Doublement Chewing Gum that features Mountain View, Arkansas native Dick Powell. Richard "Dick" Ewing Powell was a singer, actor, director, and producer who was born on November 14, 1904, in Mountain View (Stone County), Arkansas. Powell attended Little Rock College (now known as the University of Arkansas at Little Rock) before starting his entertainment career. Although initially his primary interest was in music, Powell got his big break after emceeing at movie houses and he was picked up by Warner Brothers. However, Powell found little success until his fifth film, "Forty Second Street." Powell went on to star in over 70 films and TV series. He directed five films and produced seven films and TV series. Powell also hosted the successful radio program "Hollywood Hotel" and the TV show "The Dick Powell Show." Powell died January 2, 1963, from cancer.
An advertisement for Doublement Chewing Gum that features Arkansas native Dick Powell. The black and white image features Powell and his wife, Joan Blondell. Powell is dressed in a suit, collared shirt, and tie. A Wrigley's Double Mint Chewing Gum package is situated in the lower half of the advertisement and is colored in a bright green.
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