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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1918

Page

7

Grand theater features Arizona and other photoplays

The Grand presents Hearts of the World and Arizona scenes with a grand score as part of a weeklong lineup. Films include Out of a Clear Sky with Marguerite Clark and a strong cast, while production details highlight James P. Hogan's direction and the film’s dramatic settings.

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Chinese actress Lady Tsen Mei talks of America pride

The San Francisco Call recounts an interview where Lady Tsen Mei, a Chinese actress, describes loving America, investing in Liberty bonds, and pursuing global stardom. The piece recounts her education at Columbia, career in vaudeville, and desire to prove Chinese women can lead on the world stage, amid a photo-like, dramatic report with eye-catching anecdotes.

San Francisco Tsen Mei B. C America Ching Gad Columbia University Mast Kitty Gordon Tindy Aaees Mei

Goldfish and Rethapfel Push Art in Film Showings

The article profiles J. Rethapfel and Samuel Goldwyn as pioneering forces in elevating motion pictures to art. They advocate artistic presentation, music, color, and quality storytelling, while pushing exhibitors and audiences to support fine pictures over sensational ones. They plan to inspire better cinema through collaboration and public encouragement.

J. Rethapfel Genevieve Ferris Chicago Rialto Rivoli New York City Samuel Goldini Lasky Company Jesse Li Tasky Adolphy Zukor Goldwyn Pictures Corporation Mothapfel Goldfish Goldwyn White Kothapfel Hothapfel

Cartoonist Harold Heaton’s stage path to Eyes of Youth at Adelphi

Harold Heaton, known for Beler in Eyes of Youth, recounts his dual career in newspapers and theatre. He details leaving cartooning for the road to New York, then London, before returning to journalism, and explains how drawing taught composition and gesture aiding his acting craft. He notes the shared discipline of both professions and a desire to keep real work in view.

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Farce and the Art of Playing It in Theater Arts

Aylesworth explains farce acting hinges on convincing the audience that a character would act as in real life under same circumstances. Speed and tone matter. avoid overacting, maintain sincerity, and use quiet interruptions to keep momentum. Directors stress not addressing the audience to preserve realism.

Arthur Aylesworth Chicago Tribune Mer Steep Mark Swan Tobel

Actor Versus Director Reflections On Fame And Film Careers

A fragmented discussion contrasts actors and directors with blunt claims about brief star lifespans and fading popularity. It notes Anen J. Molubar as authority, mentions Holubar’s stage years and Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, and quotes a Universal director on screen drama’s future and the urge to direct rather than be directed.

Crysallis Anen J. Molubar Holubar Henry W. Savage Wolubar Sceen Universal

Harry Hoyt on movies and the rise of the moving picture

Harry O Hoyt a World Pictures writer analyzes the rapid growth of the film industry from its curiosity root to a star driven model. He traces eras from cameraman to director to scenario writer and film star and notes profits hinge on stories and showmanship while stars command high salaries yet risks remain if a picture fails.

Shakespeare Hamlet Harry O. Hoyt World Pictures Mr. Hoyt Tie Charles Mrohman Warwick Tote Mr.Hoyt Sal Charig Viner Clyde Witeh Augustus Thomas

Animals a Luxury Costly Animals Hit by Rising Prices

The Garden of Allah's animal costs climb as several camels die and replacements fail. An African camel stock dwindles with four remaining. a fifth died in transit. Circus contact John Robinson failed. another camel died in Seattle. Prices for reptiles, lions, elephants, giraffes rise sharply, with costs quoted as high as seven thousand dollars.

Garden of Allah Philadelphia Public Ledger John Robinson Circus Fame Seattle Garden of Allah” Company

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