The motion picture projectionist (Nov 1931-Jan 1933)

November, 1931 Motion Picture Projectionist 39 The S. M. P. E. Fall Meeting (Continued from page 24) "May I also pay tribute to those courageous pioneers whom we have honored this evening. Their determination permitted them to conquer physical obstacles and public skepticism. I am reminded of a pertinent episode. Progress and Piety "About a century ago a far-sighted New England gentleman applied for leave to debate the possibility of steam railroads in the village schoolhouse. The skeptical Board of Selectmen answered him in the following uncompromising language: 'You are welcome to the use of the school house to debate all proper questions in, but such thing? as railroads and telegraphs are impossibilities and rank infidelity. Th^rp is nothing in the Word of God about them. If God had designed that His intelligent creatures should travel at the frightful speed of fifteen miles an hour by steam He would clearly have foretold it through His holy prophets. It is a device of Satan to lead immortal souls down to hell.' And so it was with motion pictures in the early days. Few had faith and still fewer the ability to carry forward the art. Tonight we have recognized some of those brave and clear-visioned men who battled with the unknown in those trying times. S. M. P. E. a Standard Bearer "May I also express my belief that the S. M. P. E. is destined to be the standard bearer and representative organization of the motion picture engineers. "Through this body, the motion picture industry is rapidly learning of the importance of the engineer. For the first time artists and engineers are working together, as they should, both of them creative in spirit, dignified in their activities, professional in their outlook, and both troubled by similar problems. The staffs of operating technicians in the INSURE YOUR JOB! Study F. H. Richardson's Handbook of Projection Three volumes containing over 1,4 00 pages of vital knowledge with question and answer index. Every projectionist needs this authoritative guide. See your local theatre dealer or send for full details. CHALMERS PUB. CO. 516 Fifth Ave., N. Y. Try this Remedy for imperfect Sound and Sight Ideal sound reproduction and otherwise perfect projection is impossible with an unsuitable Sound Screen. Sound pockets — distortion of both sound and sight — are frequently traceable to the screen. FEATURES THE PERFECT FIREPROOF SOUND SCREEN frees your projection from distortion. Acoustically correct in every detail, it is a reliable solution to one of the most vexing problems of the projectionist. Ask your National Theatre Supply Company branch or apply direct to the manufacturer— KEASBEY 8C MATTISON COMPANY AMBLER, PENNA. 1. Fireproof 2. Free from distortion of sight or sound 3. Acoustically perfected 4. Eliminates "sound pockets" 5. No glare — restful to the eyes 6. Easy to clean — lasts longer Approved by E.R.P.I. ask the fellow who uses one ! he'll tell you HOFFMANN SOONS RHEOSTATS are perfect!! Every PERFECTION RHEOSTAT has satisfied its owner. Breakdowns, servicecal's and trouble are unknown to Perfection THE ONLY UNION MADE RHEOSTAT Recognized as the Highest Standard everywhere. Now equipped with solderless, adjustable lugs to take wire sizes from No. 4 to 4/0 without any additional cost. We build rheostats for special requirements. Comunicate with us Direct. There is no obligation. Sold by all Branches of National Theatre Supply Co., Sam Kaplan, New York, Continental Theatre Accessories, and by your dealer. IIOFFMAN1V-SOONS Electrical and Engineering Corporation 387 FIRST AVENUE, NEW YORK Contracting Electrical Engineers — Moving Picture Theatre Electrical Specialists