Mary Ankin and Mart Ankians at Alta Theatre
A lively early cinema page highlights May Tullys Marys Ankle, a new farce turned film with young stars Douglas MacLean and Dora May at the Alta. The program includes a Wallace Keld feature and a car race sequence from Los Angeles to San Francisco with authentic city settings and stunt driving.
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Marts Ankias
INCH
May
Tully
Mary
Fonnys Thomas H
Alta Theatre
Diuglas MacLean
Dorie May
Rootars
Lesye
THY Great Air Robbery thrills Arcade Theatre crowd
REVIEW NO 3 praises the universal feature THY Great Air Robbery with Lied lennt and Te Wockivar as stars at the Arcade Theatre. The night showcased a unique air film with stunning aerial photography of planes in action near aviation officer Lieutenant Lockivar. Audiences found the plot original and breath stopping, confirming strong producer promises.
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Liedlennt
Te Wockivar
Arcade Theatre
Thrille
Lockivar
Air drama features pilots and shipboard chases
A film showing dramatic aerial stunts employs numerous aircraft illuminated by searchlights. Allan Forren and Francella Billington star with Roy Stippley and Carmen Phillipe in key roles. Jacques Jac card wrote and directed the production, with cameramen risking lives above the clouds for close shots.
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Nin
Ut. & Mai
Hin
Allan Forren
Francella Billington
Suntan
Roy Stipley
Carmen Phillipe
Jacques Jaccard
Inappropriate Western Showman Invades Town Crowd
A rural-appearing man, deemed unpolished, entertained locals by twirling a rope and chewing, promising a trick that could earn money. He hinted at a future on a ranch instead of entertaining with money schemes, leaving the audience with mixed impressions of his urbanity.
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Steers I
Will Bowers Stars in Goldwyn Production at Alta Theatre
Bowers, famed for jesting wit and drawl, headlines a two night rush at the Alta Theatre debuting in a Goldwyn production. Critics note his awkward but wealthier persona enhances the comedy as he joins the cast after short notice. Audiences will see Bowers respond to a demanding opening night crowd.
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Bowers
Goldwyn
Jon
Alta” Bane
Will Bowers
Caime
Howard Amy
Mr. Rogera
Ocoldwyn Productions
Wheatest
Jen
Jim
Theady Mande and Betty Visit Grandmother’s Farm
Betty and her grandmother plan a dinner centered on a chicken. Betty asks where the chicken came from and learns it was raised in the chicken yard. The grandmother confirms the chicken was among those Betty fed earlier in the day.
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Theady- Mande
Létile
Betty
Oh did you We buy our chick one ready made
A terse Indianapolis News item notes a consumer exchange about purchasing a ready-made chick. The line captures a casual domestic remark reflecting everyday life and dialogue from an era of local papers.
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Indianapolis News
Costly Repairs Ahead for Motorists in 1920
A 1920 guide warns repairs will be expensive as labor rates rise to 1.60 dollars per hour and parts remain costly. It emphasizes regular lubrication to curb depreciation, detailing lubrication speeds, proper oils, graphite, and gear oils for transmission, rear axle, and universal joints, with frequent checks and drain intervals.
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Alenyse
Proper Lubrication and Gear Shifting Practice
The article advises regular lubrication to prevent rapid wear, checking inflation weekly, inspecting tread for cuts, and cleaning and filling components with cement filler. It stresses setting ignition and adjustments, practicing smooth shifting, and economical driving to avoid engine strain.
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Bool
Porte
Tod Joong
Chee
Lydia E Pinkham's Secretion Compound (advert)
A short 1900s styled health ad claims modern American women face health penalties from overwork. It promotes Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a simple remedy made from roots and herbs to restore health and ease backache nervousness and displacements.
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Perrenm Stowe
Mupeed Holmer
Darcoe Amuiers” Brultt
Wallace Keld
Mary Ankin
Jervadethy
Anid
Mr. Maelo
Migg
Vietor Poel
Neal Thowre
Jane Gordon
Léperte Thorne
Tin Lawtewre
Metiuie
Paria
Londo
Wallace Lees
Sonay
Jos An Welee
San Pranciaca
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Toverlem
Abe
Wil M. Ritcher
Byron Morgan
Telly Marshall
Theodore Robelia
Sam Wed
Jesse L. Lasky
Wallace
Arizona
Alta
Samuel Goldwyn
Will Rogers
Jin Clarence Badger
Van
Jim Fenton
Aemmleers
Locklear
Air Mail
Themos
Winch
Universal
Arys
Violin Duo—Musicale
Paschly Perry and
Jack Bird
Mack Sennett
Paramount Aircraft Picture
Dod
Ana
Lia
Mammy Harrison
HAL Davis & CO
Georgia
Alabama
Hayes Goodwin
Paul Eckhardt
G. Luders
N. Moret
E. Bridger
M. K. Jerome
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