Eric Maschwitz, and of Rudy of Vallce arrived in London. Eric Maschwitz, BBC Director of Light Entertainment, Rudy Vallee, the American bandleader and one of the first crooners, and Hildegarde, the cabaret singer, arrived at Paddington station for America on the 'Ile de France' boat trying. Eric Maschwitz has been to America to arrange for the production there of his musical play 'Balalaika'. Reports that he would not return to his former job at the BBC have been denied. Photo shows, Eric Maschwitz (who had been garlanded by admirers), Hildegarde and Rudy Vallee left) on arrival at Paddington. Hildegarde had a new spring hat fashion. 30 April 1937