The Exhibitor (Nov 1938-May 1939)

9 Publications’ Home at 1225 Vine Street JEP Moves to Modern Philadelphia Quarters In that quietude of an ordinary weekend, the Jay Emanuel Publications, Inc., January 14 returned to its place of birth, installed itself on the fourth Poor of 122 5 Vine Street, Philadelphia. In the first eight years of the career of what are now the Jay Emanuel Publications— The Philadelphia Exhibitof, The National Exhibitor, and The New York State Exhibitor — were real Vine Streeters, holding addresses for varying periods of time at 12 39 (the birthplace), 1331, the northwest corner of 13th Street; at 25 5 North 13th Street. Early in 1926, the organization took quarters at 219 North Broad Street, where it remained until last week. Formal inspection of the new quarters will be held during the week of January 23. The new offices were designed by David Supowitz. Theatremen Make “Blue Book" Advent of the new Who’s Who in the Nation’s Capital found three outstanding film personalities selected therein for recognition last week. In the oft-used alphabetical order, they are Carter Tate Barron, eastern division manager, Loew’s, Inc.; Aaron Julian Brylawski, in charge of Warner Brothers’ real estate department; (Francis) Hardie Meakin, manager, RKO-Keith’s. Barron, the publication states, is a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity, likes fishing, football. Brylawski, past chief barker for Variety, is an enthusiastic boatman, fisherman, horticulturist. Hardie Meakin, it is stated, was born in Ogden, Utah, was a newspaper correspondent for eight years, a second lieutenant during the World War. Hollywood Sends Stars for FDR Birthday Ball Brent , DeHavilland, Others Expected to Attend George Brent, Olivia DeHavilland, Warner Brothers stars, will attend the President’s Ball celebration here January 30, Nelson B. Bell, chairman, entertainment committee, announced last week. The featured players, whose latest picture, "Wings of the Navy,” will be played at the Earle within a week following the celebration events, are expected to attend the world premiere here of their picture. Meanwhile, Washington showmen, bearing a good portion of the burden for a successful celebration affair, continued to hold meetings, confabs, discussions on the part they will play. Already Carter Barron, Loew’s eastern division manager; John J. Payette, general zone manager, Warners theatres in this territory, pledged the annual midnight show proceeds to the cause. Commissioner Melvin C. Hazen, George E. Allen, co-chairman of this year’s celebration, paid tribute to the untiring efforts of Washington showmen in their work to help President Roosevelt fight infantile paralysis. Paul Whiteman has notified chairman Bell that he will play for one of the numerous dances to be held here. All studios have assured Bell that stars will appear. Darryl Zanuck, David Selznick, Metro, Paramount, Universal, RKORadio, other studios have made commitments. However, no definite personalities were promised because of production schedules on the home lots. Refugees Visit Baltimore Movies Refugees from Germany saw their first films in a long time in Baltimore last week when the S. S. Imperial, from Chile, arrived there. Screen Baseball Centenary Reel "First Century of Baseball,” a pictoral history of the national pastime for release in conjunction with the centennial celebration of the game, had its Washington premiere last week following a luncheon, at the Willard Hotel. In attendance were American League officials, including William Harridge, Lew Fonesca, director of promotion, who wrote, supervised the filming of the new official sound motion picture; William S. McLean, director of advertising, Fisher Body Division, General Motors, whose firm produced, will distribute the subject; representatives of the Washington Nationals, newspapermen and other prominent figures in the field of sport. Ben Lust manned the projection for the gathering. Local exhibitors were advised to contact Clark Griffith, owner of the Senators, for a showing of the film at no charge. Cohan Heads 20th-Fox Club Employees of 20th Century-Fox gathered last week, organized a social club, dedicated it to the betterment of things social, welfare for the group. Elected president was genial Joseph M. Cohan, office manager. Other posts went to Stanley Summers, vice-president; Pat Taylor, secretary; Russell Anderson, treasurer. Meetings will be held regularly the first Tuesday of each month. Dues will be collected to defray expenses of social activities. Definite plans for social events will be discussed at the next meeting. Club, inspired by branch manager Samuel N. Wheeler (also a member), has 31 members. Bachman Pays Johnston Tribute A grand tribute to Monogram president W. Ray Johnston was paid last week by local branch manager Harry F. Bachman. In a letter to exhibitors of this territory, Bachman stated: "There is no individual connected with this industry in any of its various phases, so highly respected and regarded by exhibitors, nationally, as Mr. W. Ray Johnston of Monogram Pictures Corporation. "It is our intention to honor Mr. Johnston on this, his Silver Jubilee Year, by instigating a big "Push” for dates during the month of February. "Scan the old date book and see if there’s an empty date you can fill with one of Monogram’s exciting westerns, a pleasing drama, or a stirring Jackie Cooper. Book a variety of Monogram product. We know you will be pleased with the results.” News from Washington, Virginia, Maryland, other districts on page 17-18; Advance shots of new features on page 16; Complete information on all features, shorts in The Yellow Section. January IS, 19)9 NAT