Palacios in Matagorda County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

The Stars Shine Bright

— Hotel Fence Wrap Exhibit Walk —

Photographed by Dave W, January 31, 2026

1. The Stars Shine Bright Marker

Inscription.
The Luther hosted several famous entertainers who came to lift the spirits of the troops during WWII. Among these illustrious visitors were USO performers Rita Hayworth, Carole Landis, Artie Shaw, Guy Lombardo and Victor Mature. In the 40s and 50s, big bands, including Tie Tieman, Tex Beneke, Harry James, Bob Crosby, and Artie Shaw, also graced the stage.

Photo #1 Caption - Carol Landis in the Lobby
Photo #3 caption - Clark Terry and autograph
Photo #5 caption - Rita Hayworth in the Lobby

Erected by Palacios Preservation Association. (Marker Number 18.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • War, World II • Women.

Location. 28° 41.975′ N, 96° 12.929′ W. Marker is in Palacios, Texas, in Matagorda County. It is on South Bay Boulevard west of 4th Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 408 S Bay Blvd, Palacios TX 77465, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the American South

and on the Gulf Coast.

Globally, it is in North America,

a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain,

the Republic of Texas,

one of the Confederate States of America,

and the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Military Moved In (here, next to this marker); Rita Hayworth (here, next to this marker); Fire! Fire! (a few steps from this marker); Courageous Sisters

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(a few steps from this marker); May Callaway - LBJ Confidante (a few steps from this marker); Charles and Elsie Luther (a few steps from this marker); And What about Mrs. Callaway's Great, Great Grandfather? (a few steps from this marker); Then Along Came the Luthers! (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Palacios.

Photographed by Dave W, January 31, 2026

2. The Stars Shine Bright Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on February 20, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 23 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 20, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.