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Feb. 16, 1935
Carl Laemmle Anniversary Jubilee
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STERLING CHAIN THEATRES, Inc.
Roosevelt Theatre Building SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
Mr. L. J. McSinley, January 4, 1935
Universal Film Exchanges, Inc.,
Seattle, Wash.
Dear Mac:
It is 20 years since I started in the show business with my first theatre, called the HIGH CLASS, on Second Avenue between Washington and Main.
To the best of my recollections, Universal product was the first we bought. Their office, at that time, as far as I remember, was on Cherry Street. It was not owned by Universal, but was operated as a State Right concern. I do not remember the name of the Manager, although it might have been George Endert. If not, he might know who was the manager at that time, or you may be able to find out through some other source.
In those days, there were no features. Everything consisted of one and two reels, and a contract signed was for four reels, changing daily — or 28 reels per week, at a flat rental per week. The show lasted approximately one hour, for which the admission was 5c. The music consisted of an electric organ, which played continuously.
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Carl Laemmle in 1932. We visited for some time. Part of the conversation that I can recall at this time was — a remark he made — a promise — "we will make better pictures, because we are going out of the theatre business, and will put our time, efforts and money to making good pictures only." And that's just what they did.
I have this to say about Universal pictures. Their consistent quality has greatly attributed to what little success I have achieved.
Cordially yours,
JOHN DANZ
JOHN DANZ and his Roosevelt Theatre, Seattle, Wash.
ROY PATIENCE Via Theatre Crescent City, Fla.
Crescent City Amusement Company
Crescent City, Fla.
Jan. 28th, 1935
Universal Pictures,
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Harry
Recently I have read with great interest some articles relative to Carl Laemmle. As one of the pioneers in the film industry he has seen it grow to its present eminence but above all he and his associates have always had a heart for the small independent exhibitor.
Uncle Carl deserves a lot of credit for helping put the industry where it is to-day. His 29 years of hard work have not been in vain and judging by the type of pictures released by his Company during the past year Mr. Laemmle will continue to lead Universal to even greater achievements.
Mrs. La Bree joins me in extending congratulations to Mr. Laemmle.
With kindest regards, I am,
Very truly yours,
(Signed) ROY PATIENCE Via Theatre