Zukor Pioneered Motion Pictures Into a Great Industry
Immigrant Adolph Zukor rose from penny-arcade roots to lead the film industry. He built Famous Players, merged companies, and formed Paramount Pictures, shaping Hollywood’s rise as America's fifth largest industry and a major cultural force.
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Paschall Named Key Official Behind Southwest Show
E Paschall a Publix figure becomes a principal behind the new southwest arrangement with firms Paramount and the Dent Theaters. The Showman of Wide ex ce is described as a major behind the scenes force.
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Wise Spending Week Targets Women to Boost Local Business
The article describes a twofold campaign called Wise Spending Week focusing on women as the primary shoppers to revive business. It includes a buy education drive to curb hoarding, a plan to create jobs for jobless men and women, and a paint and clean up effort to beautify the community while providing odd jobs.
From Usher to Division Head in Paramount Theater Network
Robert J. O'Donnell rises from usher at the Chicago Opera House in 1905 to divisional director with headquarters in New York. His career spans the Chicago Opera House, Percy G. Williams Orpheum in Brooklyn, Weber & Fields New Music Hall, Shuberts, Royal Theater in the Bronx, Keith House in Philadelphia, Harlem Opera House, and five years in Dallas as general manager of the Interstate circuit.
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Squirrel Guest Nearly Eats Home In Iowa Place
A wintering squirrel in the home of Mrs. Charles von Schrader in Marquoreta Iowa caused a stir when neighbors discovered the rodent had nearly eaten parts of the residence. Authorities advised caution as the animal was removed and wildlife officials were alerted.
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Squirrel causes damage in Mrs von Schrader home
A squirrel reportedly tried to escape through a window while Mrs von Schrader had closed her home for winter in Minnesota. The animal is thought to have entered through the chimney, leaving badly chewed window sills and door casings and a willow chair nearly demolished.
Davenport Cushion Shuts in House Squirrel Case Noted
Report notes a Davenport cushion and a house squirrel incident, detailing how the animal was contained and observations of its behavior over a period. Local authorities and residents reported the ongoing presence and the measures taken to address the situation.
Mosquito Control Steps In At Portland
Portland officials led by Charles L. Stidd declare victory over the pest as the mosquito control program expands. Crews began field work with oil as the first wigglers emerge this spring and will stay until the last mosquito is subdued.
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