Biography

Herbert M. Dawley was born on March 15, 1880. He was a producer and writer, known for Beauty and the Beast (1924), Jack and the Beanstalk (1924) and Silliettes (1923). He was married to LaVerne. He died on August 15, 1970 in New Providence, New Jersey, USA.

Formed H.M. Dawley Inc, a film production company, in New York City in 1922.

One of the founders of the Chatham Community Players where he directed 115 stage productions during his 52 years with the organization.

Performed in radio serials such as "Gang Busters" and "Hilltop House" in the 1930s and 40s.

According to his NY Times obituary, Mr. Dawley had worked for the Pierce-Arrow Company in the art department and was a designer of special cars. It claimed he originated the idea of placing headlights on fenders.

Dawley joined Pierce-Arrow in 1912, and assisted in the design of almost every model until 1938, when the company folded.