Travers
P(amela) L., 1899–1996, Australian writer, especially of children's stories, in England.
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Gaspar was a former board member of SIA and a major political ally of Travers, helping him raise money and appearing at multiple organization galas.
Former Supporters Walk Away from Anti-Trafficking Group | JW August and Lynn Walsh | November 3, 2021 | Voice of San DiegoTravers has not responded to multiple requests for comment for this story.
Former Supporters Walk Away from Anti-Trafficking Group | JW August and Lynn Walsh | November 3, 2021 | Voice of San DiegoPhone calls and email requests to interview Travers, Brown, and other featured speakers have been ignored, even though organizers offered other media a chance to interview them in the event invite email.
Former Supporters Walk Away from Anti-Trafficking Group | JW August and Lynn Walsh | November 3, 2021 | Voice of San DiegoAt the galas, Travers showcases his “team of heroes,” including former US Navy SEALs and former law enforcement personnel.
Former Supporters Walk Away from Anti-Trafficking Group | JW August and Lynn Walsh | November 3, 2021 | Voice of San DiegoTravers repeatedly advertises his services are free to parents.
Former Supporters Walk Away from Anti-Trafficking Group | JW August and Lynn Walsh | November 3, 2021 | Voice of San Diego
Peter Travers of Rolling Stone also shared his approval, referring to Berry as “a mesmerizer who makes every moment count.”
What the Hell Happened to Halle Berry’s ‘Frankie & Alice’? | Dan Heching | April 1, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTDisney, furious, told Travers “that ship had sailed,” and the two never spoke again, according to The New York Times.
From ‘American Hustle’ to ‘Saving Mr. Banks,’ Why Is Hollywood Hooked On Embellishing the Truth? | Marina Watts, Marlow Stern | January 8, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTIn the film, Walt Disney (Tom Hanks) convinces author P. L. Travers (Emma Thompson) to hand over the rights to her book.
From ‘American Hustle’ to ‘Saving Mr. Banks,’ Why Is Hollywood Hooked On Embellishing the Truth? | Marina Watts, Marlow Stern | January 8, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTWhen Travers barrels into that office, we should have gotten a glimpse of what Walt Disney was really like behind closed doors.
The Real Walt Disney, Not the ‘Saving Mr. Banks’ Version | Andrew Romano | December 14, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTTravers did, in fact, cry throughout the premiere of Mary Poppins in 1964.
The Real Walt Disney, Not the ‘Saving Mr. Banks’ Version | Andrew Romano | December 14, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTThe sense of unreality which the twenty pounds had roused in Mr. Travers' cautious British mind grew.
The Amazing Interlude | Mary Roberts RinehartMr. Travers reflected rather grimly that after that it was apparently up to him.
The Amazing Interlude | Mary Roberts RinehartMr. Travers called the second afternoon and was received by August at the door as an old friend.
The Amazing Interlude | Mary Roberts RinehartSara Lee did not care who heard her, and even Mr. Travers had slightly raised his voice.
The Amazing Interlude | Mary Roberts RinehartSo far Mr. Travers had hardly spoken, but he cheered in true British fashion at the sight of the tea.
The Amazing Interlude | Mary Roberts Rinehart
British Dictionary definitions for Travers
/ (ˈtrævɜːz) /
Ben (jamin). 1886–1980, British dramatist, best known for such farces as Rookery Nook (1926), Thark (1927), and Plunder (1928)
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