Modern Screen (Dec 1931 - Nov 1932 (assorted issues))

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MODERN SCREEN FILM GOSSIP OF THE MONTH LEW AYRES met Lola Lane about a year ago while they were working at the same studio. It seemed to be love at first sight ... or so the papers said. They became quite a legend around the colony and were seen in each other's company constantly. And so, of course, it wasn't long until they were rumored engaged. Lew took the hint like a real trouper and soon Lola was seen wearing a large diamond on the correct finger. But . . . "The course of true romance ran true to form in this case, too" and it was only a few weeks when the engaged couple gave statements to the press that they were in no way contemplating marriage ... in fact they were not seeing each other so much any more. Lew started on a round of new romances with Jean Harlow. It was com THE world premiere of "Devotion," starring Ann Harding, was a social as well as a motion picture success. Ann, the beautiful blond star, accompanied by her husband, Harry Bannister, started the evening off as she stepped from her car at the entrance of Carthay Circle Theater. As soon as her head appeared from the tonneau of the car, a small boy standing with the thousands of other fans yelled out: "I know you, Ann Harding ... I've seen you before and I like you !" Such outspoken recognition has been known to fluster certain celebrities but Ann merely turned her head back over her shoulder and returned: "And I like you, too!" and smiled her gorgeous smile. Later, Ann was seen standing at the head of one of the aisles autographing programs. After signing several, the owner of the pen in monly thought that a real romance might develop . . . but just then Lew changed his mind to Sally Blane. And then Connie Bennett . . . and her sister Joan. Each one received his undivided attention for a few days and then it was a new celebrity. Then Lola pulled the big coup . . . she started going places with none other than John Gilbert. First one party and then another saw these two together . . . that is, until Lew heard about it. It is said that when he learned of Lola's "unfaithfulness" he called her on the phone and asked her what she meant by going around with other fellows while she was engaged to him ! Lola answered that if he wanted her so much he could come over and escort her home from the party. It is said that LAST MINUTE NEWS In spite of vigorous denials, rumors persist that Dou;j Fairbanks, Jr., and Joan are on strained terms. Doug seems to be interested in Hope Williams. Winnie Lightner is very sick, following strenuous reducing schedule. Marlene Dietrich is reported to be interested in her former German leading man, Hans Trodowski. Harold Lloyd became a hero when he put out a fire which started in his Santa Monica Beach home and which threatened injury to Mildred Gloria and little Peggy. Hot water heater started it. Warner Baxter has been severely injured by falling glass on the lot where he is making "Surrender." He had to have six stitches taken in his leg. Jeanette MacDonald, having returned from Europe, will play the lead opposite Maurice Chevalier in "One Hour With You." Helen Hayes' M-G-M contract has been renewed, but she'll return to New York with her baby to do a play before fulfilling her talkie obligations. Jack Pickford is critically ill and Mary is spending her entire time at his bedside. Colleen Moore's ex, John McCormick, and Janet Gattis, his recent bride, are already divorced, just as MODERN SCREEN hinted they might be. Janet is being beau-ed by Dean Markham, one of Billie Dove's former admirers. Joan Crawford has been named for the lead in Gertrude Atherton's "Black Oxen." First National is trying hard to get Lewis Stone to play the lead opposite L'rl Dagover in "I Spy." Gilbert had a lonesome evening. Lola just marched away with Lew. Then a few days ago, Lew was handed a vacation by Universal just after he had finished "The Spirit of Notre Dame." It was known by his close friends that he intended taking the time for a bit of big game hunting in Wyoming. But Lew stole a march on the gang and took Lola with him. Jack Dempsey won his suit for divorce from Est ell e Taylor by default. In other words, Estellc made no appearance to defend the suit and Jack automatically became divorced. Thev say he's going back to the ring use left for parts unknown. The next applicant arrived and Ann asked : "Have you a pen or pencil ? ..." to which the fan answered, "Why, no ! Do you mean to say that you have come to your own premiere without a pencil?" Which might be a hint to other Hollywood residents. Marlene was there with the ever-present Von Sternberg and accomplished her usual amount of autographing. Marlene is one of our very best little autographers. Connie Bennett was there with her Marquis . . . but we didn't see Gloria and her Farmer. Of course, Ivan (the sleek-looking) Lebedeff was present with Thelma Todd and both startled the crowds with their regal appearance. After the showing of the picture . . . which was followed by a loud din of applause . . . the master of ceremonies, according to custom, got a few of the cast to take a bow from the stage. One of the best little after-theater speeches was made by Robert Williams when he said: "I sure enjoyed making this picture . . . Miss Bennett was marvelous to work with." But maybe it wasn't a mistake . . . just one of Mr. Williams' adroit subtleties. It got the audience for a minute though. All in all, a swell premiere. Wesley Rugglcs says he will positively marry Arline Judge. Ruggles is a great director, you know (remember his "Cimarron" ?) and Arline Judge is under contract to RKO-Radio, the studio for which Wesley works. All the details of the Lew Ayres-Lola Lane elopement! 16