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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1926

Page

2

Blossom Time to Play at Aiken Theatre Next Wednesday

Unusual attractions are headed to Avken Theatre as Shubert production Blossom Time comes to Aiken Theatre next Wednesday night. The piece, praised for its wholesome appeal, has enjoyed long runs and strong box office from Boston to New York and beyond, drawing large general audiences. It is framed as a charming homage to Franz Schubert with a broad appeal for all ages.

Franz Schubert Boston Aiken Aiken Theatre Sage Jane al Sia Baltimore Washington Chicago New York Bitte Minster

The Big Parade Edited by Hugh Wynn at Aiken Theatre

Film editor Hugh Wynn discusses shaping The Big Parade a WWI epic directed by King Vidor. He cut ten thousand feet of advance and reduced six thousand feet of night battle to four feet, preserving tempo and suspense. The creeping barrage sequence is praised as technically accurate by Army officers. Wynn studied War Department battle footage to guide continuity.

Hugh Wynn Aiken Theatre Wynn Lieoten King Vidor Washington, D. C War Department

Small Upkeep Cost on Chevrolet Cars

Chevrolet dealers and service stations spent less than 3.00 per car on repairs during the 90 day factory guarantee period in 1925. Only 15 percent of owners sought adjustments, showing high satisfaction with car performance and strict inspector standards in the factory and motor department. Civic League meeting this afternoon at 5 at the Bank of Western Carolina. attendance urged.

Chevrolet United States Motor Department Civic League Bank of Western Carolina

McEwan at Windsor Tricks Audience at High School Show

Wilfred McEwan, master magician, wowed Windsor High School auditorium audience last Wednesday night with his dazzling feats. Half of the proceeds benefit a fund to promote the Agricultural Clubs summer camp in Aiken County.

Wilfred McEwan Windsor High School Agricultural Clubs Aiken County

Danger in Decrease of Farm Products Warns Global Fallout

A National Industrial Conference survey warns that U.S. agricultural output is lagging behind population growth. It cautions neglect of farming could raise costs for urban industry and force higher food prices, while nations like England Australia France Italy Argentina and India show farming gains increasing global competition.

National Industrial Conference United States Board England Australia France Italy Argentina India

Levi’s Death Penalty Claim Sparks Government Controversy

WalW &treet Journal reports Levi urging harsh punishment for dishonesty, alleging a death penalty approach by the government as a potential self‑destructive action. The item frames the claim as a political controversy and ethical debate.

Levi Treet Journal

Aiken Civic League To Present MacEwan Magic Show

Under the Aiken Civic League the magician Wilfred MacEwan presents The Genius Of Mystery at the Aiken Theatre on April 9 with a full evening road show and a staff of ten attendants. The piece promises uncanny feats that captivate audiences across ages from children to adults.

Maeterlinck Bluebeard Edger Allan Poe Earl of Carnarvon Howard Carterr Sir Conan Doyle Wilfred MacEwan Aiken Civic League Aiken Theatre MacEwan Aiken

First Baptist Ladies Auxiliary Cake Sale at Holicy Hardware

The Ladies Auxiliary of the First Baptist church will hold a morning cake sale at Holicy Hardware Store offering homemade cakes to raise funds for church activities.

The First Baptist Church Holicy Hardware

Aiken Theatre Show To Benefit Student Club

Edward Everett Hale story The Map Without a Country is adapted into As No Man Has Loved. The film, praised by The New York Times, features a strong William Fox cast and will be shown tonight and tomorrow night at the Aiken Theatre to raise funds for the local Student Club. The program carries a patriotic message and classic literary ties.

Sir Walter Scott Edward Everett Hale New York Times Aiken Theatre Aiken William Fox

Loyalty and Love of Country Spark Rare Evening

A brief note praises loyalty and love of country and describes an evening offering rare enjoyment. The passage emphasizes patriotic feelings and communal warmth, inviting readers to share in the moment.

Mrs. Billa Weathersbee Rests After Langley Death

Mrs. Billa Weathersbee aged 57 died at her daughter Clara Gunter home in Langley last Wednesday March 24. She leaves daughters Mrs. Gunter Mrs. Hamlet and Mrs. Copper a son T. W. Weathersbee five sisters two brothers and eight grandchildren. Funeral services conducted at Langley Baptist Church by Rev. Thomas Walker.

Billa Weathersbee Clara Gunter Langley Gunter N. H. Hamlet W. W. Copper Augusta T. W. Weathersbee Langley Baptist Church Thomas Walker

Citizens Bank to Pay Second Dividend Soon

A second dividend between 20 and 26 percent will be paid to depositors of the defunct Citizens Bank around mid April. Attorney Thomas M. Boulware of Barnwell announced the plan, with E. L. Allen of Aiken acting as funds trustee and to decide the payable percentage in the coming days.

Citizens Bank Thomas M. Boulware Barnwell E. L. Allen Aiken

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Big. Schulbert Avken Theatre Arthur Hadley and Charlotte Lansing Arsenne Heads Big Corporation Arting Mary Dillon Brooklyn Boro Gas Co Mis Dillon McEwan Windsor Binghamton Press Freed-Eisemann Freed-Eiseman Premier Radio Company Park Avenue Aiken, South Carolina Thirteenth Street Wes RHA Weathersees Laurence Stallings John Gilbert Renee Adoree Hall Franz Shuberts GWA Music Baleony
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