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I'm pretty sure Shirley Booth won the Oscar that year, for "Come Back, Little Sheba."
No, I didn't hear John Burn talk about a drug problem for Jane Froman, but I agree with you that, considering how many surgeries she had on that leg, I can't say I blame her if she became dependent on them.
As to alcoholism, my best friend was an alcoholic who died at age 51, so I'm very familiar with alcoholism and what it does to people.
However, when I remember Maryanne, I remember her good points: her personality, her grace and kind heart. All I am saying about Tim Barker is that he seems to be fixated on his mother's drinking above all else.
I guess it's just up to the rest of us to keep her good qualities known, at least as far as we know them.
HI Gloria..and all..It's been awhile since I have joined in on any discussions..but I think I must speak up in Tim's defense...on the drinking problem his mother had..
There is a reason behind it all..and that is all we need to know. I happen to know that Tim loved both his mother and father...very much.
