Tom Dugan (actor, born 1889) for the Hal Roach studios in the mid-1930s. He mostly played small roles, often as an Irish cop, gangster or cab driver. His best film role was perhaps the Polish actor Bronski who disguises himself as Adolf Hitler in Ernst Lubitsch's "To Be or Not to Be" (1942). Tom Dugan (actor, born 1889) Tom Dugan (1 January 1889 – 7 March 1955) was an Irish film actor. He appeared in more than 260 films between 1927 and 1955. He was born in Dublin, Ireland and died in Redlands, California, after injuries sustained in a road accident. At an early age,
1889 in New Zealand 1889 in New Zealand The following lists events that happened during 1889 in New Zealand. The 10th New Zealand Parliament continues. Leader of the Opposition — John Ballance (Liberal Party). This is the first year in which there is a recognised opposition leader. Reputedly the first science fiction novel written by a New Zealander, "Anno Domini 2000, or, Woman's Destiny" by former Premier Julius Vogel is published. National Champion: Arthur Ollivier, of Christchurch The Christchurch Polo Club is formed. Coxless pairs and Double sculls are held at the championships for the first time. Provincial club rugby champions include: Ballinger Belt