Motography (Jan-Jun 1918)
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March 9, 1918.
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-E. L. Kuvkendall, Princess Theatre, Columbus,
Stella Maris, with Mary Pickford (Artcraft) — "A fair picture to very poor business." — John B. Ashton, Columbia Theatre, Provo, Utah.
Stella Maris, with Mary Pickford (Artcraft)— "A good story but 'Our Mary' should have simpler roles, as she is a favorite of the younger folk especially. Business good." — A. E. Ableson, Zelda Theater, Duluth, Minn.
The Rise of Jennie Cushing, with Elsie Ferguson (Artcraft) — "Very good. Miss Ferguson is surely getting to be a regular movie star. Not much drawing power, but all right." — Miss C. Benesch, Bell Theatre, Chicago.
The Silent Man, with W. S. Hart (Artcraft)— "A very good picture, with a good star. Brought good business."— Miss C. Benesch, Bell Theatre, Chicago.
Rose of the World, with Elsie Ferguson (Artcraft)— "Rather slow. Drew well but didn't please. Battle effects were wonderful." — George H. Done, Gayety Theatre, Payson, Utah.
The Devil Stone, with Geraldine Farrar (Artcraft.— "A splendid picture, well directed, also good locations."— E. F. Gernady, Ideal Theatre, Chicago.
Down to Earth, with Douglas Fairbanks (Artcraft)— "While this was very good and got me some money, I think it about the slowest work the star ever did."— C. Everett Wagner, Dreamland Theatre, Chester, S. C.
The Little Princess, with Mary Pickford (Artcraft)— "A clean little picture, but not the best this star has made, by any means. Pleases women and children." — E. L. Kuykendall, Princess Theatre, Columbus, Miss.
Bluebird
My Unmarried Wife, with Carmel Myers (Bluebird)— "An excellent feature." — Charles C. Baldwin, Scenic Theatre, Keene, N. H.
Triumph, with Dorothy Phillips (Bluebird) — "A unique picture which drew fairly well and satisfied our patrons." — Mrs. J. R. Vaughn, Star Theatre, Villa Grove, 111.
The Fighting Grin, with Franklyn Farnum (Bluebird)— "A good picture for anybody who likes to laugh occasionally." — Ed. F. Gernady, Ideal Theatre, Chicago.
Anything Once, with Franklyn Farnum (Bluebird)— "This one went over fine but the last three fell far below par. Farnum is always good and gets me good business." — S. A. Campbell, Electric Theatre, Bixby. Okla.
Princess Virtue, with Mae Murray (Bluebird) — "A lot of money wasted on a lavish production that failed to hold them." — R. J. Relf, Star Theatre, Decorah, Iowa.
Butterfly
Bucking Broadway, with Harry Carey (Butterfly) "Some picture for the kids. Thrilling and exciting
from start to finish. Carey is a second Hart in this neighborhood."— Miss C. Benesch, Garfield Theatre, 5531 South Halsted street, Chicago.
Society's Driftwood, with Grace Cunard (Butterfly)— "Good story. Star passable. Title brought them in." — Miss C. Benesch, Garfield Theatre, 5531 South Halsted street, Chicago.
The Man From Montana, with Neal Hart (Butterfly)— "A good western comedy drama that pleased my entire audience. If your patrons like western pictures, book this one. They will certainly like it. Business good." — S. A. Campbell, Electric Theatre, Bixby, Okla.
Fox
This Is the Life, with George Walsh (Fox) — "George is good and got this over but he had no story to work on." — C. Everett Wagner, Dreamland Theatre, Chester, S. C.
This Is the Life, with George Walsh (Fox) — "Entertaining from start to finish. This star is very popular and is gaining high favor." — J. P. Rogers, Realty Theater, Middletown, Pa.
Daughter of the Gods, with Annette Kellermann (Fox) — "Broke all house records. A very beautiful picture and it was liked by all who saw it." — J. P. Rogers, Realty Theater, Middletown, Pa.
Camille, with Theda Bara (Fox) — "An interesting picture, although not the star's best. Drew good business in spite of bad weather." — J. P. Rogers, Realty Theatre, Middletown, Pa.
When a Man Sees Red, with William Farnum (Fox) — "Drew good crowds. Star is great. Picture one of his best." — J. P. Rogers, Realty Theater, Middletown, Pa.
Conscience, with Gladys Brockwell (Fox) — "Not a pleasing picture, although a costly production. Business fair." — Pfeiffer Bros., Opera House, Kenton, Ohio.
A Rich Man's Plaything, with Valeska Suratt (Triangle) — "The name drew big business." — Pfeiffer Bros., Opera House, Kenton, O.
Goldwyn
For the Freedom of the World, with E. K. Lincoln (Goldwyn) — "A great and timely production. Played this at advanced prices and I am not sorry. Capacity business and every patron pleased." — Mrs. J. R. Vaughn, Star Theatre, Villa Grove, 111.
Fighting Odds, with Maxine Elliott (Goldwyn) — "Not as good as the average program picture. I billed it heavily and patrons were disappointed." — E. L. Kuykendall, Princess Theatre, Columbus, Miss.
Thais, with Mary Garden (Goldwyn) — "Packed the house and as a rule, pleased. Mary was out to show them what she could do and as a rule 'delivered the goods as well as the message.' " — R. J. Relf, Star Theatre, Decorah, la.
The Auction Block, with Rubye de Remere (Gold