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Margaret Madison, 26-year-old redhead, dances the can-can nightly in a Rodley (yorkshire
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Margaret Madison, 26-year-old redhead, dances the can-can nightly in a Rodley (yorkshire
Margaret Madison, 26-year-old redhead, dances the can-can nightly in a Rodley (yorkshire) public-house while customers try to concentrate on thir beer. Margaret, Just out of the London production of " Annie Get Your Gun" is due to make a film soon but meanwhile is bringing a breath of Paris to the sometimes-dour Yorkshiremen. As landlord Jack Showers says - in answer to Irving Berlins tuneful question: " How you re gonna keep " em down on the farm, after they ve seen Paree". June 1952 C2844
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In this print from June 1952, we are transported back in time to a small public-house in Rodley, Yorkshire. The focal point of the image is Margaret Madison, a stunning 26-year-old redhead who graces the stage every night with her mesmerizing can-can dance routine. Just recently out of the London production of "Annie Get Your Gun". Margaret is set to embark on a film career soon. However, for now, she brings an enchanting touch of Parisian glamour to the sometimes-dour Yorkshiremen. As customers try their best to concentrate on their pints of beer, it's clear that Margaret's presence adds an element of excitement and joy to their evening. With her frilly skirt twirling and laughter filling the air, she effortlessly captivates everyone around her. Landlord Jack Showers perfectly sums up the sentiment shared by many as he references Irving Berlin's famous question: "How you gonna keep 'em down on the farm after they've seen Paree?". Indeed, Margaret Madison has become a symbol of escape from everyday life for these hardworking men. This photograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a reminder that even amidst mundane routines and responsibilities, there is always room for entertainment and laughter. It showcases how one woman's talent can bring smiles and happiness into people's lives while leaving an indelible mark on their memories forever.
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