Chicago's First Hollywood Premiere in 1940

Thousands of Chicagoans gathered in the rain on the night of Oct. 24, 1940 to catch a glimpse of Hollywood movie stars as they arrived at Chicago's first film premiere. It was the Cecil B. DeMille film, North West Mounted Police. It was held at both the Chicago Theatre and the State-Lake Theater, one right across the street from the other. Here are some photos of the event:

Looks like someone got a little too much excitement!

Madeleine Carroll, second from left, and Gary Cooper, third from left,
play the lead roles in the film. Paulette Goddard, third from right,
and Robert Preston, second from right, co-star in the film.
Actor Lynne Overman is on the far left.

Chicago's ritziest attended

Via: vintage everyday

Thanks Bruce!