Weekend cinema notes highlight Liberty Jane Novak and early talkies
The column lists films at multiple theaters with stars Colleen Moore Irene Castle Tom Mix and Norma Talmadge. It notes performances at Columbia Palace Strand and Coliseum, including When Dawn Came and Orphans of the Storm plus Smilin' Thru and The Sheik in local showings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty Jane Novak
Alaska
MBTA
Colleen Moore
Winter Garden
Irene Castle
Coliseum
Norma Talmadge
Mins Talmadge
Keaton Shoes Not a Chaplin Copy Heirloom of Fame
The article debunks the belief that Buster Keaton copied Chaplin's style. It tracks Keaton family vaudeville roots, noting his father gave him stage shoes that he wore in films from the first starring picture onward. Keaton keeps the shoes, resoling them 20 times, as a personal talisman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buster Keaton
Charlie Chaplin
Buster
Keaton
Joe
Myra Keaton
Three Keatons
Bothie
Kenton
the Liberty
Outdoor stars lead Liberty bill with Belle of Alaska
The Liberty shows the outdoor epic Belle of Alaska starring William Hart Hobart Bosworth and Lewis Stone among others. A Buster Keaton comedy The Paleface appears on the chase bill alongside Some Wild Oats, the social hygienic film now at Class A for its blend of entertainment and education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William 8. Hart
Hobart Bosworth
Lewis Btone
Alaska
Liberty
Buster Keaton
Clases A
Walter Hiers Stars in New Paramount Comedy Drama
Walter Miers the fat character comedian appears as Jack Hoyt in Is Matrimony a Failure a new comedy photoplay from Paramount. He leads with Wanda Hawley Hebe Daniele and a star cast of 16 well known players adding much mirth to the film's ensemble presentation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Miers
Realart Pictures
Wanda Hawley
Hebe Daniele
Paramount
Mr. Hiers
Jack Hoyt
Albstar
Stork Visits, Delivers Baby at Angelus Hospital
The tale recalls a dramatic affair as a stork fails to forward a baby to Zazu Pitts and an operation at Angelus Hospital saves the star's life. A seven pound girl arrives, and both mother and daughter are reported fine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stork
Uncle Bam
Mall
Zazu Pitts
Tom Gallery
Angelus Hospital
Dr. Stork
NO FILTH NO FLIES says Dr. Bishop in cleanup drive
Dr. R K H Bishop urges destroying fly breeding places to end infestations. He stresses removing manure, garbage and other filth, arguing cleanup campaigns reduce fly numbers more effectively than constant swatting. The core rule remains NO FILTH NO FLIES.
Fire at Douglas Fairbanks Studio Causes Major Loss
A fire at the Douglas Fairbanks Studio endangered costumes and props valued over 50 000 dollars. It was extinguished with about 800 dollars in damage by a volunteer brigade led by the doughty Douglas himself.
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Douglas Fairbanks
Doughty Douglas
Zemo Promises Quick Eczema Relief With 1 Dollar Bottle
An advertisement touts Zemo as a rapid cure for eczema and related skin conditions. It claims immediate relief upon application and removal of symptoms such as itching, rash, tetter, pimples, and blackheads. The ad urges buying an extra large bottle for one dollar and promotes Zemo as a penetrating antiseptic liquid.
Star Carriers See Pan Show at Pantages
Milne manager of Pantages entertains 200 Star carriers as guests. He is a friend to newsboys and treats the boys to the show, turning the house over to them for a great night for performers and kids alike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wddle Milne
Milne
Real Atmosphere Says Director Urges Natural Acting
A vehement director commands the cast to show authentic emotion and avoid stilted behavior. He insists on naturalness and continuous action to maintain realism in the performance.
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