Shirley Temple
Americannoun
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Shirley Temple was 10 years old at the time.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
Stars like Clark Gable, Bette Davis and Shirley Temple also entertained families outside the theater through the popular fan magazines packed with glamorous portraits.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 15, 2026
While we waited for our food, Callie pounded a gigantic Shirley Temple and was brought another so quickly everyone started laughing.
From Slate ● Aug. 11, 2025
“What happened to the Shirley Temple for $3.50?”
From Seattle Times ● May 5, 2024
Frieda brought her four graham crackers on a saucer and some milk in a blue-and-white Shirley Temple cup.
From "The Bluest Eye" by Toni Morrison
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