Williams and June: 1935 – Twin Cities Music Highlights

Williams and June: 1935

June 29, 1935

Here is the dance team of Williams and June, 1935. John Williams was apparently well known; June (aka Beulah Gleason) doesn’t look too thrilled. Minnesota Historical Society

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