Dorothy GibsonNazi

[Glenda Bowling]

I just finished reading Phil Gowan and Brian Meister's Titanic Research Article about the Gibson women and have to say that I'm amazed at what I read. And Pauline, that "old wretch from Hoboken" really looks like a Nazi. A great article guys!

 

[Brian Meister]

Dear Glenda,

Thank you for the encouraging words about
the Gibson girls. It was fascinating having
the elements of the story unfold! This story
is definitely the reason why Phil and I have
spent over 50 years collecting everything
we could on the passengers and crew; to tell
their stories. Glad you enjoyed this one.
Stay tuned.

 

[Kyrila Scully]

Brian, is that 25 years apiece? You don't look THAT old!

 

[Geoff Whitfield]

Kyrila, just wait until you see him in a half light!

Geoff

 

[Glenda Bowling]

>Don't know about Brian,but Phillip doesn't look that old either! But of course I know how old Phillip is....(blackmail, Phil?)

 

[Beth Barber]

I agree with Glenda - This article sure was fascinating to read. I can't imagine all of the work that went into putting this together. Thank you Phil & Brian! I look forward to reading y'alls next article!

- Beth

So, what is the general consensus on Dorothy Gibson - Nazi spy or not? Her actions sure make you wonder.

 

[Phillip Gowan]

Good morning Beth and Glenda--thanks for the compliments. I personally believe that Dorothy did have some involvement with the Nazis but to what extent I doubt if we'll ever know. Her mother's actions after Dorothy's death just can't be ignored and to have been THAT pro-Nazi (and THAT close to her daughter) is just too suspicious. Although the authorities at the time thought Dorothy wasn't smart enough to be a spy, I have to wonder if she might have been a better actress than she was ever given credit for on the silent screen.

Yes, Phil has mostly gray hair and will be half a century old in less than 3 weeks. But as George Burns used to say, "it beats the alternative."

Thanks again,
Phil

 

[Beth Barber]

You are most welcome Phil! I have always enjoyed your work! Thanks again

- Beth

 

[Andrew Maheux]

That article was really well done and I look forward to reading many more.

Congratulations Brian and Phil !!!!

Andrew M.

 

[Michael H. Standart]

There is nothing a real spy loves more then for the authorities to think they're too dumb to be a spy. Makes you wonder about Dorothy. Was she really as stupid as some people thought?

I wonder...

 

[Colleen Collier]

Good article indeed gentlemen! One to be proud of!
I heard that it takes a very smart person to play a dumb one. (It was being spoken about Ned Beatty who played Ottis in Superman.)
In reading the story, I was reminded in several occasions of the similarities to Mata Hari.
Any clues to who you will captivate us with next?

 

[Michael H. Standart]

One crucial difference between Dorothy Gibson and Mata Hari is that the latter wasn't as smart. She was caught and executed!

 

[Corinda Rich]

I also have just finished perusing your article, Phillip and Brian, and must say that it was certainly very thought-provoking and well-researched. IMO I think that Dorothy was sharp as a tack...throwing the hounds off the scent (so to speak) by continually reflecting on her mother's poor health, my thinking is that good ol' mum was perfectly hardy. I agree with the majority here, I think Dorothy was a superb actress and very intelligent. Thank you for your hard work...and remember, gentlemen, age is but a perception.

 

[Dennis Foley]

Where is this article? I looked under Titanic Research Articles but don't see it. Thanks. Dennis

 

[Corinda Rich]

Dennis,
If you return to Encyclopedia Titanica main page, under the New Research Articles heading, there is The Saga of the Gibson Women link to click onto.
Regards,
Cori