Friday, June 18, 1943

Dear Diary,

The new March of Time, “Show Business at War,” opened at the Palace today. It was interesting, well-timed, and instructive, but more than one person noted the absence from the script of any mention of Bob Hope. I realize that such a short film couldn’t possibly have done justice to everyone who has contributed to the war effort in behalf of show business. However, quite a bit of footage was given to radio stars who have broadcast a few shows from army camps, and screen stars who have done a great deal, but certainly not as much as Bob, who never broadcasts from anywhere but an army camp.