Canadian Moving Picture Digest (Jan 19, 1929)

EE BIE LEE II ANION é . 7 ae Renae . eee ise lee, zs = 7. a ti aA o i. Sgt tr tyne gy ~ i — ap eS = = } ie » ‘ = ey =e == mS Scns. ~ = Page Six” Ray Presents ‘(Continued from Page 4) — was glad to be there to relive Mother of some of the strain. I had‘a fine father, and | feel he was too young to pass on, but Life is a Passing Show after all; and we who remain behind must play the game.” Tom always plays the game, and even in his sorrow he did not forget to mention, “They say that Corporations have “0 soul, the Paramount Famous Lasky sent_a wreathe on to St. John, when my father died, it was an expression of thoughtfulness which I not only appreciate, but which I will not forget.” OU’RE RIGHT, Tom. ‘To be _ thoughtful of others, is an indi cation of unselfishness, and to be un selfish is an indication that one possesses the right kind of a spirit, call it heart, mind or soul, whatever is your choice of words, and this is what stamps Corporations with possessing “a soul,” forgetting the money angle to perform a kindly: service. EX RICKARD has passed on, his final stage appearance being held at Madison Square Garden, New York, an appropriate background for one of the great modern Showman of this age. The late Tex Rickard, although associated with champion prize fights, seemed close to our Industry, since the two big stars of his fighting promotion career were associated with us, Tunney and Dempsey, both having appeared in films. Dempsey, it is reported will endeavour to wear the mantle of ‘Tex Rickard in promoting fighting bouts, but I wonder can anyone wear Tex Rickard’s mantle? fis associations, casual and near, brought him the friendships of men and women from all Spheres. He was the Sporting God, in a way, of the Sporting World; and now that “The King of the Ring’ is dead, no one has the heart to sing “Long Live The King,” even though Dempsey has for some reason intangible retained a public popularity. ep | pee INDUSTRY paid its tribute to Tex Rickard, some of our leading producers and their associates: being present to do their “pal and friend” a last honour. ‘I‘he press too, which he treated like one treats a powerful enterprise. writers whom he respected as rational beings, as individuals commanding the consideration of being told the truth, contributed their tears of regret, of sorrow as the funeral cortege moved on. ‘Tex Rickard was never too big for the smallest aN rey fellow; and we, who believe in the Divinity of All Life, believe that his record will be duly recorded in that Everlasting Book which divides for an Immortal Heritage, the Wheat of Human Endeavor, from the Chaff! AUMONT BRITISH are releasing a new version of “Hindle Wakes.” The picture awakens memories, as it was one in which I was very much interested. The story material is powerful; and given an adequate production should prove an outstanding feature. The old version despite its short comings registered because its story was a forerunner of this modern age which demands an equality of the sexes in respect to living one’s own life. [ was so enthusiastic about “Hindle Wakes’ that I tried to buy it for Canada, but someone else got there ahead of me, persuaded to buy because of my propaganda. FORGET what held up its distribution in Canada, perhaps it was because the story was ten vears ahead of its time in theme, but the play enjoyed visits of members of the Royal Family; and since their morals were not in danger of being corrupted, I wondered if Canada was afraid of a big theme? HE GAUMONT BRITISH cast looks like a good one, Peggy Carlisle as “Mary Hollins” should be excellent. I remember Peggy Carlisle as one of England’s most attractive and talented film stars. Another excellent player is Estelle Brody. 1 mention the women in particular as this is essentially a woman’s picture, with a story which will give the male element plenty to think about. Franklin of Keith’s Ottawa Buying Old Masters Joseph M. Franklin, manager of B. F. Keith’s Theatre, Ottawa, has made a substantial addition to his extensive private collection of oil paintings by the purchase of “A River in France,” a work by Henri Joseph Harpignies, 1819-1906, a famous landscape artist of France. The painting was secured by Mr. Franklin through his art agents in London, England. Mr. Franklin has many works of art, the collection of which ‘1s his hobby. Thirteen Changes, Phew! , In Two Weeks D. G. Borland of Nanaimo, B.C., claims the title of “The Busiest Theatre Manager in Canada.” With two theatres, the Capitol and the Bijou, re recently had 13 changes of _ programs within a period of two weeks, Ae _ CANADIAN MOVING PICTURE D Borlaya Becomes Guavdi . Angel to Lost D. G. Borland, manager of tt itol Theatre, Nanaimo, Ea ae trying experience the other aft when a very small boy, unable | apparently became detached fr parent or guardian at the theat ter some delay, Manager Borla duced the baby to “show hi way to go home” and the oungs —with ultimate success through. ing this way and that. ‘That e the father of the child called theatre to thank Mr. Borland f return of his son and heir. Press Against Tax | Throughout Can Many newspapers of Ontario taken up the battle against the 1 heavy amusement tax which i posed upon patrons of theatres 3 Province, thus supporting the ¢ itors in their demand that the O1 Provincial Government cancel’ a portion of the levy. The Fort William Times-Jot among others, refers to it as a “ ance Tax” that is a relic of the The suggestion is made that all ets up to $2 should be exempted the tax, in view of the healthy f cial condition of the Province, King George Held Ov Capitol Vancow Probably the first time on re that a short subject has been over for a second week when main film attraction has been chai according to schedule was note: the Capitol Theatre, Vancouver, | when Manager Lloyd Dearth ret ed the short Movietone release King George for the week of Jant 7. The feature sound presenta for the week was “The Red Dan Saturday Matinee Club Gets Children’s Attenda: A Saturday Matinee Club for ¢ dren has been started at the Rid Theatre, Smiths Falls, Ontario, Manager Stanley McNeill. All c dren paying an admission fee on first Saturday were provided witl membership card. Each time they patrons of the theatre for a Satur matinee performance their cards punched. After 10 performances, card holder is entitled to a free sh on the subsequent Saturday. © | =