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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1929

Page

7

Much Preparation Required to Play a Theatre Organ

Capitol Theatre organist Ernest Louis Houde explains the path to mastery. He stresses foundation in independence of hands and feet, legato and staccato touches, and registration to blend tonal colors. He notes reading piano and violin music at sight and interpreting orchestral color on the organ.

Musical Column

Improvisation as Key Skill for Theatrical Organists

A discussion on the theatre organist’s craft emphasizes improvisation over mere page reading. It argues that musical spontaneity, responsive to actors’ facial expressions and evolving stage action, is essential while avoiding fakery. Lincoln quote underscores commitment to doing the best possible work.

Abraham Lincoln

S S S Restore Appetite and Strength Claim Ad

An old advertisement promotes S S S as a blood building tonic to restore appetite, energy, and vitality. It claims long historical use, vegetable origin, and universal remedies for weakness, with testimonials and instructions to buy in two sizes from drug stores.

S.S.S

Musterole for Children Mild Form Promoted

The ad touts CHIL DREN'S MUSTEROLE as a milder version of Musterole for relief of chest colds sore throats and rheumatic pains in children. It claims fast topical action without the blister of older mustard plasters and encourages keeping a jar handy for instant use.

Marshal Foch Suffers Setback in Illness

Paris January 21 The ailing Marshal Ferdinand Foch, recovering from a heart attack and kidney complications, developed slight pulmonary congestion today. His attending physician ordered complete rest, forcing him to abandon plans to receive visitors and resume sitting up.

Associated Press Paris Ferdinand Foch Davenieres Imo

Mussolini Claims Victory Over Ero tism in Self

The Council Bluffs Norparell reports Mussolini asserts he has annihilated within himself every er o tism, claiming a personal triumph in self discipline.

Mussolini Council Bluffs Norparell

West Virginia Horticultural Society convention attendees listed

Phil Al Gold Boyd R Wigby ards Fred A. Robinson Harry Buter and Nelson Richards are among those attending the Martinsburg event in West Virginia.

Meseté Phil al Gold Boyd R Wigbyards Fred A. Robinson Harry Buteler Nelson Richards Martinsburg W. Va

Marmola Fat Banishment Method Promises Easy Results

The ad touts Marmola as a simple, pleasant way to lose fat with healthier vitality. It claims dramatic results and urges readers to obtain a $1 Marmola box from their druggist to learn the formula and benefits.

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Mr. Houde The Capitol Ernest Louis Houde Capitol Theatre Theody SSS Seeus Winchester Garage H. W. Ebert Adv Marshall Foch Winchester Tis Studebaker Oldsmobile Hudson Essex Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge White Peckard Ford George Washington Garage Sale Sid Stamburger’s Specialty Shop North Main Street
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