For the first time Audio Animatronics like figures were used on the floats and remote controlled crocodiles and large African bugs followed them down the street. There was even a waterfall on a float and rain coming down from the canopy. At intervals the parade would stop and the performers would put on a brief street show for the guests featuring Circle Of Life.
Disneyland Memories
Dateline: July 1, 2011
Status: Current
Source: MickeyMousePark.com
Two months ago, I was warned that my article for the July issue would be about my first memories of Disneyland.
I knew from the outset how hard this would be.
If I had been asked about my first visit to Florida's Magic Kingdom this would be easy. It was November 18th 1988, which was Mickey's 60th birthday. I could write reams about my memories: the parades; my
Dear Walt, Thanks For The Memories
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Dateline: May 10, 2005
Status: Archive
Source: Seattle Times
From smooching in the tunnels to wide-eyed kids and sobbing adults, our readers have been through it all in Disneyland's 50 years.
We've chosen excerpts from our favorite stories and photos among scores of tales told by readers who've paid countless visits to "The Happiest Place on Earth."
Disney's celebration begins this week and runs for 18 months - some
Witness Loses Composure In Disney Trial
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Dateline: August 20, 1997
Status: Archive
Source: Orange County Register
A former Mouseketeer suffered what her attorney described as a ''flashback'' and appeared to hyperventilate as she testified Tuesday about being robbed at gunpoint in a Disneyland parking lot two years ago.
Billie Jean Matay's composure abandoned her shortly after the noon recess, when she launched into a vivid narrative of her ordeal.
''Oh, I'm sorry, I'm
Main Street Magic
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Dateline: May 19, 1997
Status: Archive
Source: Travel Agent
Disneyland is kicking off the summer season with its new nighttime show, 'Light Magic,' which debuts May 21. The show replaces the Electrical Parade on Main Street, which has captivated crowds for more than 24 years. 'Light Magic' will feature four shows nightly on weekends and holidays. The Electrical Parade's half-million tiny, colorful bulbs that illuminated Main
Pirates May Be Pc Now, But Rest Of Disneyland Isn't
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Dateline: January 12, 1997
Status: Archive
Source: Seattle Times
A chubby Aunt Jemima slave woman no longer greets pancake-house patrons.
A cabin fire long blamed on marauding American Indians is now attributed to "carelessness."
And, as of last week, automated pirates at one Disneyland ride no longer pursue terrified maidens.
Finally, it seems, the forces of political correctness have caught up to the aging Anaheim theme
