Editor's Report - Jan 17, 2000

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by Doobie Moseley (archives)
January 17, 2000
Goodbye to a legend

"These are the works of a genius."

March 30, 1913 - January 12, 2000
Thumper, Bambi, Cinderella, Alice, Tinker Bell, Briar Rose, Maleficent, Cruella De Ville, Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, "it's a small world", The Enchanted Tiki Room, Mine Train Thru Nature's Wonderland, Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln, Carousel of Progress, Country Bear Jamboree, America Sings, The World of Motion, Tokyo Disneyland, Magic Skyways, Mineral Hall, Western River Expedition, Snow Palace and the list goes on .... Marc Davis, we will miss you.

News of the Week
Here are last week's major stories:

  • Walt Disney World raised ticket prices. More information is available from the Orlando Sentinel.
  • Filips Disneyland Paris Picture Page had pictures of the new Disneyland Paris parade as well as construction on the studio park.
  • The Los Angeles Times had two stories on Paul Pressler and the future of Disney theme parks. The first discussed general issues with Pressler and the second discussed specific projects.
  • Disney's Joe Roth resigned as head of the Disney Studios and was replaced by Peter Schneider. Click here for the Orlando Sentinel report.
  • Got any Disneyland home movies? UPN Channel 13 is looking for some for an upcoming special for Disneyland's 45th anniversary.

This Week
This week, in honor of Marc Davis, both our trivia contest and our Online Poll relate to his contributions. And we continue our Marc Davis tribute where you can share your thoughts with other LaughingPlace.com readers. All comments will be forwarded to Alice Davis.

Footnote
I had the priveledge of meetng Marc and Alice Davis three times, all very briefly. Mostly I spoke with Alice, and she was very gracious to me. I will, of course, remember the creations for Marc Davis for years to come, particularly the Haunted Mansion, my favorite attraction. But more than that I'll remember Marc and Alice the couple. They were a beautiful couple. The way she took care of him will remain in mind for years to come. It's the first thing I think of when I think of Marc Davis. And it's an inspiration for my young marriage. Marc, thank you for all your have given, I will miss you. Alice, I thank you for sharing your husband with us and being an inspiration to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you. The Disney community loves you very much.

-- Doobie Moseley (January 17, 2000)

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