The Bakersfield Californian from Bakersfield, California • Page 26

18,1954 ffbr sMrrrff pUi Califonttan Persuaded Barker to Marry HOLLYWOOD (INS)-Film star Susan Hayward declared at her hotly-fought divorce trial today that she had to persuade actor Jess Barker to marry her 10 years ago because he was afraid wedding bells "would affect his standing with bobby soxers." The actress made the statement In a deposition read in court by an attorney. She also detailed In the deposition her version of the now famous moonlight dunk- pushed my head under. I screamed, "I was terrified because I realized I was dealing with a'man who was not was highly enraged." The actress admitted striking and biting Barker during the big of July 17. After reading of the deposition, Susan, attired in another black outfit which she described as 'just an old black thing," took up. There are no moving parts get hoped to have some time to get used to it here, THE J.

Keller, former college professor turned wild-animal trainer, is shown with two of the jungle big cats of seven different varieties which he presents today and tomorrow with the 10th annual Kern County Shrine Club- Pollack Bros. Circus, now playing at the old fairgrounds on North Chester Avenue. MargaretTruman to Start New Career IGNORES ESTRANGED Hayward walks past her estranged husband, Jess Barker, outside of Superior Court in Burbank. The court adjourned to the couple's nearby home to check angles of testimony after a maid living next door testified that she saw the shapely movie queen dashing in the nude through her back yard with Barker in threatening pursuit. tag in -her swimming pool and the stand and testified that she how she scampered nude through her garden last July 17.

The actress' deposition, read by an attorney while Susan pouted and stared at him through her dark glasses, stated in part: Si "I was in love with Jess Barker and we wanted to get married. Mr. Barker claimed, however, that he wasn't ready for marriage and was not ready to assume the responsibility of marriage. "I told him he didn't have to worry about taking care of me. I could always take care of myself.

Another reason he did not want to get married was because he was a new fresh actor at Columbia Studio 10 years ago. He was afraid the marriage would affect his standing with bobby soxers." The revealed that Miss Hayward had insisted on the pre-nuptial agreement, in which the earnings of each would be kept separate throughout their marital life. Miss Hayward declared in the deppsition: "The sole reason for drawing up the pre-marital agreement was to assure him that I was capable of taking care of myself. I didn't want him to feel I would be a burden to him. A woman In love will do many things." Susan declared that on the night of their domestic spat, Barker had spanked her and she had threatened to call the police.

She related: "He knocked the phone out of my hand and said, 'I'll cool you It is horrible to remember. "He dragged me out into the garden by the arm and dragged me up to the steps to the swimming pool and threw me in. I was wearing a heavy terrycloth robe and it came off in the water. When I came up he could not answer any questions about her business affairs because she left that sort of thing up to a well-paid business manager. She said that her assets probably.

totaled $293,000, including cash, Insurance, real estate holdings and other things. Barker is asking for a division of community property and is blocking Susan's attempt to obtain exclusive custody of their twin sons. In the meantime, Barker's attorneys insisted that Miss Hayward was seeking to end the legal fireworks with a $100,000 cash settlement provided that Barker would stipulate that it was alimony. The actress' attorneys, however, said that they knew nothing about a settlement. SO.

LAMONT DRIVE-IN THEATRE DIAL EMpira 6-7525 GATE OPENS at 7:30 SHOW TIME DUSK RAILS INTO LARAMIE" With John Payne-Dan Duryea In Technicolor JUNGLE MAN EATERS With Johnny Weismuller Plus-COLQR CARTOON II Ml NEW YORK (UJ!) Margaret Truman heads for the hills this weekend for her first appearance summer stock, that time- honored testing ground of young actresses. At the wheel of her new dark blue sedan, Miss Truman leaves Saturday for Mountainhome, for what may be the beginning of a new career. Her secretary, Faith Waterman, enough luggage to last them nine weeks and a well-thumbed copy of "Autumn Crocus" will accompany the blonde, ambitious daughter of former President Harry S. Truman on her new venture. Her career as a concert singer appears to be side-tracked.

She's not publicly tossing In the pitch pipe, but Miss Truman frankly puts concerts fourth on her list- preceded by stage, television and recording contracts. "Often, as a little girl, dreamed of being an she said during a brief interruption of a hectic rehearsal schedule. "Broadway? Oh, I haven't thought that far yet. I sort of take things as they come. I think the acting will help the singing and the television." Miss Truman will step on the stage at the air-conditioned Pocono Playhouse next Monday night in the role of a spinsterish school teacher who has a romantic fling during a summer vacation in the Alps.

SUSAN BALL IN FILM DESPITE LOSS OF LEG By BOB THOMAS HOLLYWOOD Brill except the warmth. I can do any- leaves for South Dakota today itf even apply make- star in first movie sftce tooling her leg because of She will appear opposite Victor Mature in "Chief Crazy Horse," her first movie role in year and a half. Her last was in another Western, "War Ar row." During the filming of it, she suffered intense pain. This was the 1 start of her battle with cancer. She lost her.

right leg by amputation, but her life was saved. I visiteA Universal-International to see her on the first, day of her return. The company was shooting tests of wardrobe and makeup. Producer William Alland told the- role is a great, opportunity for Suzan. "She shouldn't have anyj trouble with the part She doesn't have to ride horseback or do any stunts, except pull a man out of the river.

But we'd have a double do that anyway." Just then Suzan drove up In sleek black convertible. She glowed with obvious happiness over being back at work. With black braids and Indian makeup, she was startlingly beautiful. She hopped gingerly from the car and walked on crutches to her dress ing room. "I'm getting a brand new leg for the picture," she smiled, explaining why she used, the crutches.

"I hope It will be fin by the time I leave. If it isn't it will have to come up to by plane the next day. "It's a new kind of material that has all the qualities of skin Hillary Healthy CALCUTTA, India Everest conqueror Sir Edmund Hil- who last month was reported stricken with pneumonia on a remote Himalayan glacier, returned to civilization here yesterday. He appeared hale and I hearty. PLANS LAID FOR JULY 4 CHINA LAKE The China Lake Community Council again will sponsor a Fourth of July program for residents of Indian Wells Valley, it was announced this week.

William Twyman, a member of the council board of directors from Precinct Two, will serve as chairman for the annual event, which will be held at Kelly Field. In addition to the traditional fireworks display, there will be a variety of contests for both children and adults and food and refreshments will be on sale. yMrT know ou more tun if you dance, Conw in now during this wondn-ful vacation offer. SAMBA WALTZ TANGO When JelUtaA fyt They Choose Our Cccktail XtttHge RANCH0 AKERSFIELD Highway 99 at Street 1 Block West of the GraV FOR YOUR NEXT PARTY OR BUSINESS LUNCHEON oT, BANQUET ROOM PHONE FA 5-2421 FOR RESERVATIONS' No Finer Mixed Drinks Served Anywhere Johnny Contratfo and Johnny Colbert Will Greet FOR 1 VACATION Now you can learn 5 dances for the price of i at Arthur Murray's Here's your chance to be die best all 'round dancer in your set a most popular, sought-after partner. Learning to dance the Arthur Murray Way is easy, quick and fun.

First, you learn bis Magic Step, the key to all dances. Then, at the Student Parties you get a chance to practice while you're learning. You develop your dormant personality, gain new poise, and confidence. And, make a host of new friends, too. So take advantage of this special 5 for 1 offer now.

Come in to the studio and start putting more fun in your life. cv Coo Arthur Murray sctw of Phone FA 7-14V1 Located on Corner of 18th and Streets Open from 10 A.M. to 10 P.M. SELZNICK PLANS TO FILM FAMOUS "WAR AND PEACE" HOLLYWOODMJB David Selznick says he will return to film production with a movie version of Tolstoy's "War And Peace." The producer made "Gone With The Wind," greatest money grosser of all time. Selznick said yesterday he con siders "War And Peace" similar in scope to "Gone With The Wind' and that he intends to produce it as such.

His last production was "Duel In The Sun" in 1946 which starred his wife, Jennifer Jones. SUSAN BALL the victor returns I'll be able to adjust to it in couple of days on location." She said she is getting along fine with her training to walk with the artificial leg. She the Peerless Limb School. "I can walk without any limp she said. "My only problem was in getting my balance.

It's pretty hard after you've lost weight on one side." "Caom ay blantlfla lUfrlHratlon" I MHIST OP TONIGHT 6:30 TOMORROW 10:30 For the Best in Entertainment, Comfort and Relaxation THE TEJON NOW SHOWING -SECOND "The Golden Mask" Van HeHin, Wanda Hendrix WHY 618 KENTUCKY STREET A OPEN TONIGHT 6:30 TOMORROW 12:30 NOW SHOWING LOOK WHO'S LAUGHING" -SECOND MANY GIRLS" 2 GREAT FEATURES 2 BIG SERIALS 4 COLOR CARTOONS Chapter Tracy vi. Phantom Empire" Chapter Adventuree of Captain Kidd" Box Office Opens at 10:30 COOL OFF and RELAX around the pool and gardens at the beautiful new RICK'S RANCHO SANTA MARIA Swimming, Excellent Food and liquors. Recreational Facilities, TV. Average temperature, 70 degrees, (Suites and Larger Rooms i for Families) RATES PER COUPLE $6 .50 to $10 1414 North Broadway Santa Maria Phone 5-2791 WEEK-END SPECIAL HAMBURGERS 3 50 SNAPPY SERVICE HAMBURGERS 14th and Streets 912 N. Chester Ave.

FATHERS Who Mould the Men of Tomorrow The Salad Bowls NIL If PHONE FA. 3-7118 noons open 12 NOON DAILY Ctiwing op from the firth's Steamfsg Depths! Warner Bros New Shock i Sensation You're hearing About on TV and Radio! il THEMfii JAMES WHITMORE EDMUND GWENN JOAN WELDON JAMES ARNESS FULL LENGTH SECOND HIT RIVER PH. 1 6 6 BOX OFFICE OPENS Monday Through Friday at 6:30 P.M. Sat, at 1030 A.M.—Sun. at 12:15 P.M.

NOW SHOWING INTO LARAMIE" with JOHN PAYNE Mos-CARTOON-NEWS SiltrdirMonihig Biers Opei 10:30 IM. 3 COLOR CARTOONS Serial, Chapter 11 "JUNGLE RAIDERS" Added to tfANCflO a i BOX OFFICE OPENS Montay Throtiih Friday at P.M. Saturday and Sunday at ISM, NOW SHOWING "The Siege at Red River" Van Johnson, Joanne Dru COME THE GIRLS" Bob Hope, AHene DaM SATURDAY 3 COLOR CAJtTQQNS and 11 Ttasfcs of the Striftsptere" Added to Regular Plagium They're DaiflfTfULLY COOL! ftWofro 2001 M. 3-75H NOW-From 12 Noon CmKmhHm tf The HOST VICTOR MATURE SUSAN HAYWARD MICHAEL RENNIE DFBRA PAGET jj In the WONDER of COMPLETE DIRECTIONAL GENUINE 4-TRACK MAGNETIC STEREOPHONIC SOUND AND SHORT MlilCT CinemaScoPE The Piano Quartet PLUS "MOVIE STUNT PILOT" fMIFDRHIA ciism mmi CONTINUOUS FROM 12 NOON from a wonderland of make-' the story the whole world loves! irduding 'When You Wih Upon Star' 2ND FEATURE Project M-f ftiTUP CALVERT NEWS IN PICTURES SPECIAL KIDS SHOW SAT. MORNING AT 10:30 4 COLOR CARTOONS LAST CHAPTER SERIAL "PROJECT.

M-7" LAMONT, LAMONT Phone EM 6-6898 Daily 12:08 NOW SHOWING "The Boy From Oklahoma" Will Regan-PUIS HelKs Half Acre" with WandoB Corey, Evaryn Plus-COMEDY-CARTOON Greenfield "THEATRE Plana FA 3-MM FRIDAY-SATURDAY "CRIME WAVE" with Sterling "Battle of Rosue River" G. Cartoon.