The Exhibitor (Nov 1939-May 1940)

24 THE EXHIBITOR Newburgh Edward (Red) Sutton, Ushers, set a new high single for the Netco (Insomnia) League by rolling 258 as they beat the Art Department, 2-1. He had eight strikes and a spare and one pin stood up on his first ball in the 10th. His third ball in the 10th also left up the same pin, No. 10, after he had made his spare, Sutton’s score replaced the previous league record of 247, made by Bob Ruckdeschel, Park, whose team blanked the Operators, with Ruckdeschel rolling 198 high single and 531 high three. Steve Gilnick, Park, had 189. Freddie Whitaker, Broadway, rolled 193 high single and tied Kennie Hill, Cameo, for high three at 470, as the Cameo won, 2-1. Fred Schaefer, Managers, rolled 182 high single and 505 high three as they blanked the Ritz. Teams now stand Park won 23, lost 4; Managers won 19, lost 8; Cameo won 18, lost 9; Ushers won 18, lost 9; Broadway won 15, lost 12; Art Department won 8, lost 19; Ritz won 5, lost 22; Operators won 2, lost 25. . . . A new innovation ins the art of bowling: Babe Smith, Broadway, was seen bowling in his stocking feet at the Empire. . . . Memories: Twenty years ago the City Council voted to put $25,000 of sinking fund into mortgage on the Academy Building. . . . Recent visitors included Elliot McManus, 20th Century; Art Rademacher, Altec; George Walsh, George Cavanaugh, Netco. Rochester John J. O’Neill and Tom Stockton, auditorium staff, take over the advanced reserved seat sale for “Gone With the Wind” three weeks in advance in newly-constructed office in lobby at Loew’s. . . . Harry Davis, operator of Rochester’s first film theatre, opening in June, 1905, died recently in Pittsburgh. . . . F. B. Scott, New York, was in at Loew’s to help promote “Raffles.” . . . Edward J. Shea’s suit for $30,000 against five corporations headed by Albert O. Fenyvessy in sale of five theatres to Schine’s for $600,000 is on the court calendar for the current term. . . . Bill MacCallum, Long Island, former manager, Cook’s Opera House and brother of Arch MacCallum, Capital, is reported ill. . . . Manager Louis Mayer, RKO Temple, put on strong campaign for “Goosestep.” RE*WRITE MEN *VLt*SS, The material which appears in these columns is gathered for THE EXHIBITOR by a handpicked and well-paid staff of news men in and about the cities represented under separate headings. These men are constantly in touch with each local situation and this accounts for THE EXHIBITOR appearing first with such local doings. In response to many inquiries which have reached this department this material is not copyrighted, which probably explains why some of the material finds its way at later dates into contemporary publications. It is the opinion of the editors ol this publication that while news may be copyrighted, ability (which is far more important) cannot be. This explains why we ignore the first and value the second. Syracuse Because the roar of a sound movie depicting airplanes in action caused him to become deaf, projectionist Ernest William Holland is still collecting part-compensation from the State. James A. Corcoran, member of the State Industrial Board, after a hearing in the case, wrote a decision finding that Holland’s deafness “clearly is casually related by competent medical testimony to his work.” Decision made no definite award, but Holland’s case remains “open” and his medical bills are being paid. “Bobby,” son of Henry Jacobson, is in line for the junior handball champion THE SECRET FOUR. Monogram’s release of the English production sees Francis Sullivan, Frank Lawton and others in the spy thriller, with Anna Lee as the female. ship at Y.M.C.A. . . . Jack Karp is now running “Bingo” one night at the Cameo. . . . Lloyd Tracy presented his mother with a traveling bag. . . . Note to Dave Titleman: Bill Burke is in Syracuse, New York. . . . Eddie Cummings has a wonderful disappearing act built around $11. . . . Mrs. Henry Jacobson has gone to join husband in Asheville, North Carolina . . . William Maxon will not be allowed near balloons used by Andrew J. Seeley and Kenneth Wilcox due to his improper training. . . . “Mike” LaVine still hears from “Buddy” Freeman. . . . Claude Bortel and his six Strandoliers are working with vaudeville at the Strand. . . . Morris Fitzer, back from New York, is enthusiastic about “Gone With the Wind.” . . . Jack Karp is still handy knocking them down on bowling alleys. . . . Earl Cecile worked New Year’s Night to give Royce Burgess a night out. . . . According to reports, Harry Burley will have pork supply enough for all winter. . . . Wonder if the Christmas party has anything to do with Robert Poulsen’s name on the sick list. . . . Advanced price “Bingo” is reported to have been discontinued at the Rivoli When Elmo Carpenter returns from the navy for a short visit, Bill Doss may receive a torpedo. Harry Gurnes celebrated New Year’s with Tom and Jerry, Frank Brodock working relief. . . . Lynn Goff suffered an injured ankle. . . . Jack Bartle leaves home an hour early to be on time. . . . Hvmie Menter is doubling in the box office Friday nights. . . . We thank “Flash” McNulty for the nice things he is saying. . . . Sam Weltman was the victim of an assault by hoodlums. . . . That silk shirt sported by Jack (Wrong Reel) Meaney has the boys guessing. . . . Stage hands and musicians are welcoming the return of vaudeville at RKO-Schine-Strand Manager Frank Murphy, Loew’s State, ran contest in papers awarding cash prizes in addition to guest tickets for best resolutions and tied them in with showing of “Judge Hardy and Son.” . . . “Jim” (Picket) DeVenney is sick. . . . Jack Seeley takes the passing years gracefully. . . . Jack Kerly got the overtime. . . . Syracuse regional Allied Theatre Owners, will hold the next meeting at the Hotel Syracuse January 18, according to Rap. Merriman. Bill Doss is training Fay Woodford to pinch hit for Charlie McCarthy. . . . Weather man was kind to Harry Unterfort. Fur coat is on the street again. . . . Walt League can’t be beat giving away jack pots. . . . Carl Blair and Mike LaVine will be honor guests at Local 376 anniversary party (if they come stag). . . . Mr. and Mrs. Rube Canter entertained following film folk at New Year’s party: Sam Slotnick, Joe Fitzer, Sam Weltman, Lou (Universal) Leiser, Bert Novack and their wives. . . . New type “Bingo” cards being put on market by Joe Fitzer are proving very popular. . . . According to latest reports, Lou Leiser is training on roast turkey. . . . No wonder Gus Lampe don’t want to use our fishing tackle. It just won’t work for amateurs. — J. J. S. W ellsville C. Hollister, Babcock, started “Bingo” at his theatre January 13. . . . Florence Hollister, wife of the manager, has been confined. JEP — Your BEST Services January 17, 1940