Hollywood!
- Donley Auctions
- Jan 23
- 3 min read
Updated: Jan 30
In this thrilling episode of Donley Auctions Unfiltered, Randy and Susan take us on a journey from the iconic Hollywood Boulevard Cinema in Woodridge, Illinois, to a high-stakes auction of rare military and historical artifacts. Whether you are a fan of Hollywood memorabilia, a military history buff, or a collector of rare autographs, this episode is packed with treasures that are headed for the auction block.
Episode Highlights
[00:12] Hollywood Boulevard Cinema Remodel – Randy and Susan explore the iconic Woodridge theater, which is selling off its cherished vintage movie memorabilia to make room for a massive renovation.
[01:32] The 37mm Romanian Flak Gun – A massive anti-aircraft cannon that operates "butter smooth" and can even be set up for propane to—in John's words—"scare the hell out of your neighbors."
[03:06] The F-86 Sabre Crash Story – The hosts showcase a 1/18th scale model signed by a Colonel, alongside a real-life fragment and photos from an F-86 that crash-landed in a local onion field in 1952.
[05:53] WWII China Burma India Fighter Jacket – A rare A2 jacket belonging to a pilot named McKenzie, featuring a "blood chit" on the back to ensure safe passage if shot down.
[06:47] The "Who’s Who" Autograph Book of 1866 – A stunning collection of 259 signatures, including Presidents Andrew Johnson and James Buchanan, and Civil War legends like Sherman and Grant.
[10:34] Medal of Honor Paperwork for Joseph McCarthy – A historic grouping of documents for a Chicago-area Marine who fought at Iwo Jima, including his orders to meet President Harry Truman at the White House.
[13:04] Nazi War Criminal Signatures from Nuremberg – A chilling but historically significant framed collection of signatures from the Nuremberg trials, including Herman Göring and Rudolf Hess, with ironclad provenance.
[15:31] Secrets of the Nuremberg Prison – A fascinating look at the guard duty life of the staff sergeant who collected the baddie signatures, including the "30-second rule" for checking cells.
[18:32] The Vision for Hollywood Boulevard Cinema – New owner Dana shares her plans to modernize the theater with a new restaurant, luxury reclining loungers, and updated tech while keeping the "old school" charm.
[22:42] Grauman’s Chinese Theatre Relics – A sneak peek at authentic signs and costumes from the legendary California theater that will be up for grabs in the upcoming March 28th live auction.
Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YeEYftGMDQ
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