Iris Cockatoo’s twenty-first birthday gala
Vivian March’s two-page Society File account of Iris Cockatoo’s twenty-first birthday gala records her public reception and appointment as Associate Director. The young gentleman who
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Society File
Vivian March’s public profiles and society coverage: personalities, public impressions, and the making of a reputation.
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Society Spotlight:
Iris Cockatoo
A society portrait of Iris Cockatoo, followed by pages on her expeditions, patronage, and unmistakable style.
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Lion Rock Surrenders Its Secrets
Vivian March’s June 1937 Society File report covers the Lion Rock Chamber opening, the public ceremony and the aftermath of a collapse.
A Murder in May: Blotter Impression
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A Murder in May — Dust Jacket
Vivian March’s A Murder in May recounts the RMS Carinthia crossing. The dust jacket presents her reconstruction, which is not an official I.R.I.S. account.
A Star Announced at Sea
A Park Avenue society column reports Iris Cockatoo’s Star of Rangoon announcement aboard RMS Carinthia. A separate Cunard White Star statement addresses disturbances during an unnamed transatlantic crossing.
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