Boxoffice (Jan-Mar 1941)

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WASHINGTON T)AVID LOEW and Albert Lewin, co-producers of “So Ends Our Night,” were guests of honor at a luncheon at the Carlton, with the critics in attendance, and Carter Barron, Loew zone manager, as host . . . Bob Bertschey of the Bijou, Mathews, has been appointed Virginia salesman for PRC . . . The Lincoln Theatre Corp. of Marion, Va„ has acquired the Bolling interests in Norton, Va. . . . Charlie Goldsten, exploiteer for the Alexandria Amusement Corp., is now carrying a “bix.” In other words, has answered the call to the colors . . . The Ideal, Berkley Springs, W. Va., has been taken over by the Alpine Theatre Corp. The Variety Valentine luncheon enjoyed the largest attendance ever and not only served as the medium of introduction for the new members, but also brought to light the hidden talents of Paramount’s Jack Fruchtman, who joined with Earle Roxyette Eileen Ritter in a rendition of “When Irish Eyes,” followed by an impromptu quartet consisting of Carter Barron, Adlai Mann, Julian Brylawski and Charlie Stofberg . . . The Gem, Petersburg, a 450seater completed five months ago at a cost of $35,000, has been taken over by the Lichtman circuit, which now numbers 23 situations, with three others in the offing; the Bland in Portsmouth, Va., due for opening in ten days, the partly constructed Moten in Newport News, and a new house to be built in Bennings, D. C. Mrs. W. Spates of Frostburg, Md., weekended here . . . Bob Stauch of the Maryland, Cumberland, has returned from southern climes . . . Grace Fisher of Cumberland is back on the job, thoroughly recuperated, and looking her best in months . . . J. C. McCoy of Moorefield, W. Va., returned from a visit to Harrisonburg, Va. . . . Clara Wachter of Henry’s, Hagerstown, is convalescing from the flu . . . Monogram’s Harry Brown is back and brown as a berry, compliments of Ole Sol, and his record-making Jackson ville-toWashington non-stop motor trip is one for Esso-extra. Four Star Row-mance: Marge Stinette, former secretary to Harry Brown, supposedly en route to the coast, fell victim to one of Dan Cupid’s arrows in the vicinity of Granville, N. C., the station of her G-man, and her station until further notice . . . Columbia’s Freddie Sapperstein, a flu victim, giving demon flu a perfect score in Columbia’s booking department . . . Republic’s Morris Oletsky, ideal for LatinAmerican typing, with his Miami blend . . . Reports Brother Ben is on the mend . . . Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Lust, a Miami twosome . . . Universal’s Herb Blumenthal’s cake cutting on the 1 1th . . . 20 th-Fox’s Marion Blaker, a flu Quaker. Rudy Berger, Metro district manager, was bedded with the flu for a spell; his recovery making possible his scheduled departure with Mrs. Berger for the Miami shores where they will join Mr. and Mrs. Abe Lichtman for a fortnight . . . Bob Sargent, formerly associated with the Metro staff and now of New Rochelle, was a visitor with his recent bride . . . Mr. and Mrs. Jack Goldberg celebrated an Bonus Checks to Republic For Outstanding Films New York — Within two days, exhibitors of Buffalo and Koppel, Pa., have voluntarily tendered bonus checks to Republic in “appreciation” of unusual boxoffice returns on two recent releases. It is safe to assume the incident evoked no little surprises among Republic executives. Anyhow, Nicholas J. Basil, general manager of Basil Bros. Theatres in Buffalo and Niagara Falls, sent Jack Bellman, branch manager at Buffalo, a check on account of the “nice results” of "Hit Parade of 1941.” Basil wrote he hoped the check “will be accepted in the spirit in which it is given.” The other check was sent by John B. Wilson, manager of the Koppel, Koppel, who said the bonus was for the “exceptional business” done by “Wagons Westward.” Republic Sales Meeting Series Starts Feb . 27 Hollywood — First of five in a series of regular quarterly sales meetings planned by Republic will get under way at the North Hollywood studio February 27. The three-day session, over which Herbert J. Yates, M. J. Siegel, production head, and James R. Grainger, distribution chieftain, will preside, will be attended by approximately 50 western franchise holders, branch managers, bookers and salesmen. Other parleys will follow in the east, south, midwest and Canada. A Special Week's Drive For Gus J. Schaeler New York — Gus J. Schaefer, RKO northeastern district manager, was honored with a special drive last week. Those participating were Bernard Kranze, Albany; R. C. Cropper, Boston; Elmer Lux, Buffalo; Barney Pitkin, New Haven. Schine Renews Altec Gloversville, N. Y. — The Schine circuit has renewed an agreement under which Altec provides sound service, repairs and replacements, and theatre inspection for the 117 Schine houses. anniversary on the 21st . . . Robert Rubin of the Metro legal staff was a visitor . . . Estelle Goldschein a birthday celebrant on the 19th. "Back Street" Takes Honors on Broadway New York — "Back Street” at the Rivoli, garnering a very profitable $38,000 the first week, is the standout along an otherwise average Broadway. The film was the recipient of a swell advance campaign by Universal and the management. Universal scored another ace with “Buck Privates,” playing first run at the State, customary secondary film, vaudeville house. It was heavily backed by the critics and brought in more cash than some of the more expensive opposition offerings, although the bulk of the latter were holdovers. (Average is 100) Astor — The Great Dictator (UA), 19th roadshow wk 190 Broadway — Fantasia (Disney). 14th roadshow wk 125 Capitol — Gone With the Wind (M-G-M), 4th wk H9 Criterion — Maisie Was a Lady (M-G-M) 110 Globe — Night Train (20th-Fox), 8th wk 100 Paramount — Virginia (Para’t), 3rd wk.. plus stage show 100 Radio City Music Hall — This Thing Called Love (Col), plus stage show 100 Rialto — The Devil Commands (Col) 85 Rivoli — Back Street (Univ) 125 Roxy — Western Union (20th-Fox), 2nd wk., plus stage show 100 Strand — Honeymoon for Three (WB), 2nd wk., plus stage show 85 Newcomers are “Go West’’ at the Capitol; “You’re the One” at the Paramount; “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” at the Music Hall; “Road Show” at the Rialto; “Tobacco Road” at the Roxy, and “Strawberry Blonde” at the Strand. Three Run Neck-and-Neck At Capital First Runs Washington — This week's chart shows photo finish for romantic and outdoor entries on local sound tracks, despite variable weather. “Back Street,” “Philly Story,” and “Virginia” neck and neck in second heat, with “Arizona,” in fresh start, accepting the challenge. “Son of Monte Cristo” with Meroff on the stage under par at the Capitol. Detail for week ending February 20: (Average is 100) Capitol — Son of Monte Cristo (UA), plus Benny Meroff on stage 90 Columbia — Gone With the Wind (M-G-M), final week 100 Earle — Arizona (Col), plus stage show 150 Keith’s — Back Street (Univ), 2nd wk 150 Metropolitan — Virginia (Para’t), moveover from the Earle 150 Palace— Philadelphia Story (M-G-M), 2nd wk. .150 A. M. Taylor Philadelphia — A. M. Taylor, manager of the Great Northern Theatre, died after a brief illness. Taylor, known to hundreds of theatre men as “Pop,” was a veteran of the industry in Philadelphia. We are operating the TOWN THEATRE, DETROIT (Formerly known as ORCHESTRA HALL) 2200 Seats — Centrally Located FOREIGNRELIGIOUS-UNUSUAL Pictures WANTED — Write or Wire Jack Broder 3747 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Mich. BOXOFFICE :: February 22, 1941 27