W.C. Fields
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Fields was born William Claude Dukenfield in Darby.
Waymark Code: WM7MZH
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 11/10/2009
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Marker Text: American comedian, raised in Philadelphia, noted for his irreverent wit. Starting out as a vaudeville juggler, he won enduring fame on screen and radio. He was in over 40 motion pictures, 1915-44. As a lad, he worked for a time at Strawbridge's here.
Marker Name: W.C. Fields
County: Philadelphia
Date Dedicated: 10/13/1997
Marker Type: City
Location: 8th & Market Sts., Philadelphia
Category: Motion Pictures & Television, Performers
Website: [Web Link]
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