Motion Picture Story Magazine (Feb-Jul 1912)

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140 THE MOTIOX B1CXVME STORY MAGAZINE In New York City, a group of girls, whose modesty forbids "prankish letters to the editor,'' could not restrain the prank of casting 100 votes for Earle Williams, "that admirable actor of silent drama." • Montreal, Canada, does not believe in reciprocity, but Leo Beaunoyer, an ardent Photoplay fan there, states that Paul Panzer, of Pathe Freres, can come in duty free. Harriet Thompson. 2219 Cameron Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio, affirms that Paul Panzer can make her laugh or weep, in turn. Deserved emotion, and we trust it doesn't disturb the audience. A. K. Newmann, the well-known stage costumer, of Grand Island, Neb., who has grown gray as a critic of good acting, sends his best wishes for the success of Elsie McLeod, of the Edison Co. She is getting a lot of votes from New England, also. Here is an interesting letter, with a vote for George Melford, of the Kalem Co. : Moving Picture Story Magazine : Gentlemen : The idea of a ballot for popular favorites is a good one, but it should not be closed hastily. Some film companies have been playing their stars for runs of popularity. Other companies, that have just as capable leading people, have not resorted to so much advertising, but have rather tried to get and maintain all-star troupes, and bring out masterpieces of drama and comedy, rather than overwork one or two leads in a certain eccentric line, to cater to the tastes of the matinee idol-worshipers. The ladies and gentlemen who are up for these favors all should have plays written to bring out their several individual abilities in a way that is clear; then the contest should be advertised extensively on the screen, and by other inexpensive means. Doing this, you will never be said to be unfair. Respectfully, Youngstown, O. Joseph O. Creed. These are excellent suggestions, and good ideas, but, unfortunately, we must close the contest on the date stated. The light must be good in Ohio, as George Melford is a strong favorite there. John B. Hyatt, Jr., of Ridgewood, N. J., aged 17, has the courage of his convictions. He writes that he expects a thrashing every time he returns from the Photoshow, but he is willing to take it if Zena Kiefe will only show herself on the screen. Furthermore, she eases local emptiness for him, to wit: I walk a little further down The street of this darn lonesome town, Hurray! At last Her picture's in a Vitagraph; I'll certainly not get past. ... ...... The friends of W. J. Kerrigan, of the American Co., cant see how his ability is threatened by any one else. Come to think of it, he is good. A. L. Jordan, of Rensselaer, N. Y., voices the appraisal of many others when he writes : Credit the enclosed votes to the account of Robert Gaillord, of the Vitagraph, the man who can dig coal, run an engine or aeroplane, and who, when need arises, fights with the best and acts more like a real human being than any other whom I have had the pleasure to see act. Dont be afraid of voting for your favorite; not necessarily a leader, at present, in this contest. An honest opinion is desired, and we want to know about the man or woman that pleases or convinces you the most, and to give them credit for it. The faces one sees the most are not always the most attractive, except at home, of course. _Leo Delaney, of the Vitagraph Co., is receiving some splendid and sustained applause. " Splendid type, ' ' " Georgia 's favorite adopted son/ '