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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1925
Page
28
Charleston readers learn of a vibrant film week highlighting The Golden Bed with Vera Playne and Wallace Reid, plus other features at the Virginian. Reviews praise the showmanship as Elks showcase, while Rin tin tin melodrama Lighthouse by the Sea and Mary Pickford related titles draw crowds.
Elinor Glyn sought a leading lady for Man and Maid with Mrs Glyn’s approval. Pauline Hammond, not yet proven, was cast after a risky audition amid past tragedies. Other cast includes Paulette Duval Cran Kent Jani Mercer and Carrie Ward.
Fragmented OCR notes describe BeBe Daniels as Rialto star for the first half of a week with mentions of characters and plots involving Larry Charters Colette and others. The text references interviews, disguises, a wedding/divorce arc, and a separate film feature about Janeterta and a senator.
The Golden Bed 18 weeks at the Virginian features Golden Rei and a cast including Vincen Reeve and Flora Gre amid drama and political ties. The production sparks talk of crime, romance, and a controversial plot line as actors navigate public attention and audience reactions.
A large lawn at Goldwyn-Mayer Culver City studios is turned into a drill ground for Eben von Stroheim's production of The Merry Widow. He trains a company of motion picture extras, including Mae Murray and John Gilbert, in military bearing and acting duties.
The listings show Elks’ Minstrel at Kearse on Mon Tue Wed. High Speed with Herbert Wilson on Thu Fri Sat. Virginian offers The Golden Bed with Rod LaResque Lillian Rich Theodore Roslof Vera Reynolds all week. Capitol presents Broken Laws with Mrs Wallace Reid Tue Wed. The Lighthouse by the Sea with Rit Tin-Tin Fri Sat. Rialto screens Mise Blue Beard with Bebe Daniels Mon Tue Wed. The Silent Watcher with Gleam Hunter Thu Fri Sat.
Readable fragments describe Some Wild Oats as a Strand feature with Roja and a patriotic plot, featuring a boy from a rural area in a city setting. The review notes an affectionate tone, light comedy, and a safe resolution, while naming health officials and local authorities approving the film under New York supervision.
The account describes a sensational sequence involving Moreland and Barrell at an athletic club and a failing marriage plot. Marjory Hateon faces elopement with a minister imposter, a car crash follows, and Moreland pursues justice amid a chaotic pursuit through town.
The Elks Minstrels promise a notable, unusual triumph with detailed rehearsals led by director Charles Adally. Two divisions of acts showcase high quality talent, with advance ticket sales and a full house expected for the three nights and matinee.
Jan 24 New York reviews split on Lawson's Treger and Procemnignal. Cast includes George Abbott, June Walker, Quald Marlonald. Hampden and Sherwin praised performances. Film and stage crossovers noted with Leo Breton and Jolson in new spectacle Big Bay.
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