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Van Beuren Music 1935
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May 7, 2024 posted by James Parten

Van Beuren Music 1935

Van Beuren made deals to get rights to well-known characters, either from comic strips (Toonerville Folks) or the well-remembered Felix the Cat.

Van Beuren Music: More 1933
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March 26, 2024 posted by James Parten

Van Beuren Music: More 1933

More from the prolific year 1933, with RKO still riding high, and its cartoon output continuing to improve in its technical abilities.

Van Beuren Music 1932
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January 30, 2024 posted by James Parten

Van Beuren Music 1932

RKO-Radio Pictures seemed to be satisfied with what Van Bueren put out – especially true with regard to their cartoons.

Van Beuren Music 1931-32
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January 16, 2024 posted by James Parten

Van Beuren Music 1931-32

Tom and Jerry in the Alps. Lots of yodeling, and no avalanches. A perilous Alpine railway ride, then a great deal of music making.