On July 22nd of 1942, Donn, on active military service, announced the opening of a Singapore and Manila Don the Beachcomber, and then on the 26th issued 1,000 tokens for a free Barrel of Rum at these locations.
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There was no plan for a Manila or Singapore Don the Beachcomber, but it was a classic bit of War hype by Donn Beach. It was to portend the quick movement and success of the allies in the area.
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Don the Beachcomber was also actively raising money in the Chicago restaurant via various charity boxes at the coat check.
A little bit of the mind of Donn Beach.