Joe E. Brown. Chiago, Oct. 25 - (AP) - Joe E. Brown, screen comedian, was awarded the Bronze Star medal last night for meritorious service in entertai(...)

Original Toronto Star caption: Joe E. Brown. Chiago, Oct. 25 - (AP) - Joe E. Brown, screen comedian, was awarded the Bronze Star medal last night for meritorious service in entertaining troops in adverse weather and despite a gruelling schedule. The medal, highest open to U.S. civilians, has been awarded only one other civilian, the late was correspondent, Ernie Pyle.