Laguna Beach's entry of a float of flowers arranged into image of humorist Will Rogers, to commemorate his 1935 death, as seen by crowd at 1936 Tournament of Roses Parade
Laguna Beach's entry float of flowers arranged into image of humorist Will Rogers, to commemorate his 1935 death, at staging area on S. Orange Grove Blvd.
Photograph of actor Leo Carrillo with three female attendees of the Will Rogers State Park dedication ceremony (1501 Will Rogers State Park Road). The group is standing on a wood rail dais with an American and California flag flying on either side. Carrillo, wearing western attire, is viewed standing next to a microphone. The ceremony took place at Will Rogers Ranch, with the polo field visible in the background.
Photograph of Carolyn Bartlett with Mexican-born actor Gilbert Roland on horseback at the "Roundup of the Stars" street parade, part of the Will Rogers Memorial Celebration. Roland is seated in the saddle on a bridled horse and wears vaquero attire - a short jacket, trousers with two stripes down the side, a gun belt, and spurs on his boots. Carolyn Bartlett wears a dress and sport jacket. They are photographed on a Santa Monica street with homes on view in the background. Parade observers can also be seen across the street at left.
Photograph of Walter E. Scott (seated at desk) with members of the Crawford clan. From left to right: Earl Crawford, Barker Bros executive and brother of Santa Monica Mayor Claude Crawford (at center, holding a gavel). His son, Dr. Claude Crawford (USC professor) is seated next to Scott and holds a ceremonial key. Photographed during the Will Rogers Memorial Celebration.
Photograph of actor Leo Carrillo speaking at the Will Rogers State Park dedication ceremony (1501 Will Rogers State Park Road). He is standing on a wood rail dais with an American and California flag flying on either side. A number of men and women are seated behind him, including Will Rogers' son, James Rogers, and Governor Earl Warren (seated next to each other, far right, first row).
Related to Los Angeles Times article, “Tribute Paid Will Rogers: Five Thousand Persons and 1400 Horses March in Santa Monica Parade Santa Monica Honors Rogers Hundred Thousand See Humorist's Favorite Horse in Parade,” 28 Jul. 1940: A1.
Related to Los Angeles Times article, “Tribute Paid Will Rogers: Five Thousand Persons and 1400 Horses March in Santa Monica Parade Santa Monica Honors Rogers Hundred Thousand See Humorist's Favorite Horse in Parade,” 28 Jul. 1940" A1.