Policy Change Affects Weekly Film Program Shifts
Studio Manager Horace G Plimpton backs a major shift in the weekly lineup to ease release pressure and allow fuller development of photoplays. The plan drops Tuesday one reels and alternates Mon Gay three reels, moving to regular Friday releases with four part features when needed. Friday three reelers may yield to two four reel features to fit material quality.
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Horace G. Plimpton
King
Friays
sHere
Lee Arthur
Cohen
Eiger
Nellie to Direct Comedies at Selig Sangle Zoo
It is settled Nellie will direct comedies when he begins work within a week or so at the Selig Sangle Zoo. Neilan has had success with funny dismiss and a lone film experience, and will be remembered for the Biograph drama Comrades. He is among the ablest male actors and will appear in features when needed, in addition to directing comedies.
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Nellie
Selig Sangle
Neilan
Fim
Screen ee Better Than Oper Declares Fritz Scheft
A fragmentary interview from Broadway Avenue New York City features Fritz Scheft praising a photographic method. He notes how seeing himself on screen reveals new levels of expression, colors, and physicality, comparing stage settings to open country and romantic scenery.
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Oper
Fritz ‘Scheft
Broadway Ave
New York City
Morosco Bosworth Signs English Actor For Pictures
Morosco and Bosworth announce English stage star Mr Maude joins Morosco Photoplay, after negotiation by producers. Born in London, Maude trained under Cartwright and La Thiere, rising to fame in England and on Broadway. He will begin work on a cinema production early next month.
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George Fawcett
Mor Sworth
Bos Angeles
Don Hes
Cyr! Maude
Oliver Moresco
Bosworthy Inc
Mr. Meade
England
Grumpy
New York
Maude
London
Charles Cartwright
Rona la Thiere
Lynne
Realzing
Mande
Sir Ben
Exccum Theater
Heney
United ‘States
Squire Chiver
David Garrick
Frederick Harrison
Haymarket
Loddon
Manen
Reliance Majestic Mutual Studios in Hollywood Plant
A bird’s eye view shows the Reliance Majestic Mutual-Hom ic motion picture plant in Hollywood as a vast complex lit by thousands of electric lights. Two open air stages measure 560 by 100 and 50 by 100 feet, with a night stage 50 by 60 feet in use. The facility houses 15,000 feet of film produced weekly, 100 dressing rooms, large props storage, and wardrobe rooms.
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Reliance —Majestic— Mutual Studios
Hollywood
California
Reliance-Majestic Mutual
Semé Monthly Feature Announces Four Act Serial Releases
Commencing July 12, Mordszy will release a four act feature every other steady day. The set features will include productions of famous dramas and novels. Stars known from silent drama and legitimate stage will headline these four set productions.
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Mordszy
Khe Jem
Scott Selig Adds Howard Scott to Seliz Coast Studio
Howard Scott, noted interpreters of character, joins the Seliz coast studios among a growing roster of new artists. He will appear in The Isle of Content, a sea story directed by George Nicholls, marking a key early role.
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Howard Scott
Seliz Coast
Mr. Scot
Isle of Content
George Nicholls
Are Noted for Their Dancing Are Noted for Their Dancing
A fragmented item notes performances by Bae Dolly and Marem Ces 22 SG U U bet ILM. The text is garbled but indicates two performers are recognized for dancing, with no clear event or location details.
Kleine Play 4 Completes Spendthrift Film Project
The Spendthrift film near completion at Kleine studios with director Edwin in charge. Irene Fenwick stars in The Song of Songs style role, joined by Cyril Kelebtler and Malcolm Duncan as top Broadway names. Critics note re-shot scenes for ticker authenticity and interior set polish, aiming for artistic perfection.
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Edwin
Kleine Studios
Irene Fenwick
Tha Spendibritt
Cyril Kelebtler
Miss Fenwick
Pate
Fim
Ruffles and Skirt Styles Stir Fashion Pages
The article notes the ruffle trend across skirts, praising a chic, twirling design. It highlights how fabric fullness and circumference create sought after silhouettes, mentioning milady’s delicate look and the fashion mood of the moment.
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Milady
Fashions From Grandmothers Era Inspire Modern Styles
A vivid note on fashion trends referencing Louise Ortt and Mass Orth as favorites. The piece praises revival of old age styles with an illustrated example described as an up-and-down ruffle frock in white pussy willow taffeta. The bodice features blue and white embroidery and a blue velvet bowl accent at the corsage.
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God Channing
Louise Ortt
Comedienne
Mass Orth
Souvenir Offer At Robinson Grand Afternoon Performances
At Robinson Grand afternoon shows next week, women attending either performance will receive a souvenir. Choices include a bottle of Mary Garden or Carolina Waite perfume or a combined antiseptic powder and puff. The powder is marketed to refresh skin and clothing and is said to use dermatological formulas from top experts for healthy and unhealthy skin care.
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Robinson Grand
Evans Engaged by Universal Cartoon Feature
Universal announces the engagement of Charles EO Evans as lead creator for a new cartoon feature. Evans, a prominent figure in animation, joins Universal to develop a long form project with potential cross media appeal.
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Universal
Charles EO Evans
Moving Picture Cruise Inspires Far-Reaching Success
Essaray presents a new program featuring a series of cartoons and comedy acts that draw wide acclaim in America. The act highlights real people on screen, with Captain Wilbert Melville of Lubin Studio LA now in the East, signaling increased production momentum for the film venture.
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Essaray
America
Evans
Fox
Drd.t
Wellace A. Cerison
Wilbert Melville
Los “Angeles
Cal
East
Lubin Plans Major Philadelphia Film Plant Overhaul
Siegmund Lubin, famed motion picture producer, announces radical policy shift. Philadelphia to host the world’s greatest film plant producing only master pictures. Payroll to rise from 30,000 to nearly double as artistry and casting are overhauled with top stars and directors.
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Siegmund Dubs
Te Jergest
Bueliness
Philadelphia
Sim W
Rubin
Lubie
Mir
Sabin
Gny
Xo Sersich
Dresster
John C- Rice
Essanay Expands Reel Output Weekly
Essanay increases production to more than twelve reels each week as indicated by industry notes. The studio continues to push volume in early film releases and distribution, signaling strong activity in silent cinema markets.
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Essanay
Directo Son Plans to Take Strimmper of Scenes
The article notes Directo Son intends to shoot scenes across a distant location, with action set in a faraway setting and a focus on cinematic production. Specifics on dates or collaborators are not clear from the fragment.
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Directo ‘Son
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