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March 24, 1948: 'The Durango Kid'

A movie star was set to make an appearance in Barrow County.

The manager of a local theater announced that Charles Starrett, “The Durango Kid,” would appear in person in Barrow County on March 24, 1948. Starrett was a favorite star in western movies at the time and was set to appear with radio and screen favorites The Sunshine Boys. Admission was $.25 and $.50. 


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