Reel and Slide (Jan-Sep 1919)

I 40 REEL and SLIDE Rothacker Claims Rights to New Process In the May issue, Reel and Slide Magazine described in full a production known as "The Ghost of Slumber Mountain." Credit for this production was given to Mr. Herbert M. Dawley. The following letter, together with an affidavit, has been sent to Reel and Slide : Reel and Slide Magazine: In view of the recent publicity on "The Ghost of Slumber Mountain," in which full credit for this novelty production was given to a Mr. Dawley, I believe that you will be particularly interested in the attached affi^ davit. By referring to the program of the Strand Theater, New York City, for the week commencing November 17, 1918, you will see that Mr. Willis H. O'Brien is given full credit for the production of this subject. I will appreciate it very much indeed if you will read this affidavit carefully, retain same on file and bring it to the attention of your editor. Very truly yours, W. R. ROTHACKER. The affidavit is signed by Willis H. 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