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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1928
Page
5
Douglas Fairbanks stars in The Gaucho from United Artists opening Sunday at Capitol Theatre. The melodramatic South American romance features dazzling scenery and spirited rivalries as Fairbanks plays a bandit chief leading Gaucho riders against a cruel usurper. Lupe Velez co stars in the tale of conquest and passion.
Narratives unfold around an outlaw sought by the surper and a shrine maiden whose healing causes tension. The jealous mountain girl betrays him to the commandante, a Gaucho lieutenant dismisses the band on a false message, and the outlaw is captured. A daring escape follows as Gauchos ride to rescue, freeing the shrine girl and priest while defeating the dictator's troops. The six act show promises singing, dancing, comedy, and spectacle with a lineup including Cora Walsh and Helen Caetta, billed as top entertainment for all ages.
Patrons will witness a true fire picture based on Los Angeles fire department life at the Dreamland. The drama follows brave firefighters as they face danger and sacrifice, weaving romance and heroism with authentic action. Cast includes Edward Hearn Corolus Keefe Tione Elis Mary Gordon Lucy Beaumont Thomas JL Bower and Johnny Gough.
Olive Borden stars in a light comedy produced by Istar and Blystone. William Conselman wrote the story centered on a poor girl who must act rich, with exterior shots noted as gorgeous. The setting shifts from a Long Island mansion to majestic ranges creating rapid color and laughs.
A metropolitan vaudeville bill is scheduled at the Rialto Theatre Sunday afternoon. The show promises popular approval and favorable critical opinion for a selection of acts.
Rev Charles Stelzle argues laborers discontent stems from lack of education and leisure, claiming increased wages and reduced hours are needed as the working class seeks time and access to culture through public libraries.
Committees have been named to organize the annual spring banquet of the American Legion in Ohio. The event will be held in Lima on April 18, with Northwestern Ohio posts having won hosting rights. The gathering is expected to draw Legion members from across the state in large numbers.
In Tiffin Ohio an elderly couple seeking a marriage license faced denial. The report notes the couple’s prolonged effort and the official constraints leading to the refusal. The outcome underscores bureaucratic hurdles in obtaining marriage documents.
A marriage license was granted after many years with Rev William H Inglee presiding and Mary listed as the bride. The couple were Bon-residents of the county and faced resistance during the week's attempt to secure the license.
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