Alan Rock's Trivia!

Questions:

1)  Where were French fries first made?

2)  On this date in 1987, actor Arthur Lake died at the age of 81. His name may not be familiar, yet he starred in 27 movies always playing the same character. Who did he play?

3)  On this date in 1959, Rawhide made its TV debut and featured a Hollywood newcomer who would later star in numerous films and earn acclaim as a director. Who was he and what character did he play?

4)  Early thermometers were filled with this substance instead of mercury.

Answers:

1)  Belgium

2)  Clint Eastwood played Rowdy Yates.

3)  Arthur Lake played Dagwood Bumstead in the Blondie (after the comic strip) movies, going on to portray the character in the TV series.

4)  brandy