Painting Law Could Drive Major National Savings
A congressional proposal would require painting all new and existing wooden, steel, and iron buildings every five years, saving hundreds of millions annually. The piece argues painting prevents rot and rust, lowers repair costs, and contrasts two Southern houses to illustrate long-term value. It also highlights the broader push for conservation of national resources and praises educational and well-managed motion pictures in smaller towns.
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America
United States
Moving Picture Exhibitor Defends Industry Voice
A South Dakota theatre owner writes about exhibition troubles in the June Woman's Home Companion. He argues exhibitors strive to show the best they can with available material and blame lies with manufacturers and distributors for subject quality.
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Woman’s Home Companion
Moving Picture
Moving Picture Theatre
Tynall
South Dakota
The Expression That Won the Judge an Artistic Thrashing
A Southern trained ex judge in Indiana clashes with a tenant over a dispute leading to a thrashing. The tenant is charged with assault while the judge testifies, noting he used the common American tongue in response to questioning. The tale hinges on the judge’s evasive confession and colorful dialect.
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Bonah
Engaging Garretts Punctuality and a Dinnertime Comedy
A humorous reminiscence recounts Edmund Garrett famed Pall Mall Gazette assistant editor known for time struggles. An invite to a dinner prompts a late arrival, but he arrives early and exclaims he mixed up the day with Friday, revealing his quirky punctuality.
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Edmund Garrett
Pall Mall Gazette
E. T. Cook
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Gazette
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