Exhibitors Herald (Jun-Dec 1917)

28 EXHIBITORS HERALD Mary McAlister in "WHEN SORROW WEEPS" Essanay-K-E-S-E; two parts; published July 18 As a whole Interesting Story _ Pathetic Star Excellent Support _ _ Ample Settings _ Faithful Photography _ Agreeable Another edition of the "Do Children Count?" publications is "When Sorrow Weeps." It is different from the usual run in that it is a pathetic tale of a little orphan, who is adopted by a woman trying to reform and live down her past. When the authorities learn of the woman's past the little girl is sent to an orphanage, while the woman finds consolation in the deep waters of the sea. A TENSE MOMENT IN "WHEN SORROW WEEPS," FEATURING LITTLE MARY McALISTER CEssanay-K-E-S-E) Mary McAlister gives an exceptional interpretation of the little orphan girl, who is trying to escape being sent to an orphanage. Mabel Bardine, as the woman who is endeavoring to live down a past, is well cast. John Cossar, as the man escaping justice, is good. The story: At the death of her drunken father, Rags runs away for fear she will be sent to an orphanage. She is found by Caroline Busby, whose husband is a convict, and who is endeavoring to start over and lead a new life. She; takes little Rags and goes to a distant city, where they are very happy. » Chris Busby finishes his term and is released. He commits another burglary and is hunted by the police. He comes to the town where Caroline and Rags live, and when he recognizes Caroline he forces her to give him protection. She takes him into the house and then notifies the police. Busby is captured and Caroline is also taken into custody. Little Rags is turned over to the juvenile authorities, who insist that Caroline is not a fit woman to raise the little girl and so Rags is sent to an orphanage. Disheartened, Caroline ends her life by jumping into the sea. ■» Philadelphia. — The motion picture theater at Passayunk avenue and Morris street has been deeded by Albert Corter to the Alhambra Realty Company, subject to a mortgage of $100,000. The purchase price has not been disclosed. Mary Miles Minter in "PERIWINKLE" American-Mutual drama; five parts; published June 11 As a whole Splendid Story _ Interesting Star _ _ Charming Support _ _ Ample Settings Faithful Photography Clear In a story that has no frills, but which contains plenty of interest, Mary Miles Minter is given an excellent opportunity to display her ability. The story is laid mainly at the sea coast. The settings have been well chosen. The story gives Miss Minter a bigger opportunity for putting her personality into her work than previous vehicles have done, and no doubt "Periwinkle" will prove a very successful and popular offering. Supporting Miss Minter are George Fisher, Arthur Howard, Clarence Burton, Alan Forrest, Harvey Clark, George Periolat, Ann Schaefer and George Ahearn. The story was written by Julian Louis Lamothe and directed by James Kirkwood. The story: Periwinkle, the survivor of a shipwreck, has been reared by Ann Scudder. They live on the sea coast and Periwinkle always helps the coast guards in times of wrecks. One night Richard Langdon Evans is tossed upon the shore. He is the sole survivor when his yacht is wrecked. He is found by Periwinkle and taken to the guard house, where, under the tender nursing of Periwinkle, he soon recovers. Langdon falls in love with Periwinkle. Finally the day of farewell comes. Periwinkle is broken hearted when she learns that Langdon is already engaged to another and that he must go out of her life forever. ■ However, Ann, who suspects that Periwinkle loves Langdon, learns the address of Langdon's fiancee and writes her to call Langdon home. A telegram is received by Ann to the effect that Langdon's fiancee is already married. Joyfully Ann rushes with the telegram to Langdon and as joyfully Langdon tells Periwinkle that he will not have to leave and that he loves her only. A simple marriage brings joy to Periwinkle. Greensboro, N. C. — W. D. McAdoo is spending $5,000 in improvements on the Iris Theater here. George Beban in "A ROADSIDE IMPRESARIO" Pallas-Paramount drama; five parts; published June 18 As a whole A screen classic Story Well handled Star Appealing Support Very good Settings Elaborate Photography ... Clear "A Roadside Impresario" is another feature with George Beban which audiences should find very entertaining. Mr. Beban not only acts the principal role, but he also wrote the story. It is the type of screen play which will delight young and old alike. As the amiable and excitable Italian itinerant street entertainer, Mr. Beban presents a serio-comic character which is a classic. An immense bear shares honors with the star, and a well-chosen cast gives excellent support. The story was directed by Donald Crisp. The story: Guiseppe Franchini lives with his wife and baby on the coast of Italy. While attempting to rescue an American from an overturned boat he is nearly drowned, and later is picked up by a fishing schooner. The American swims ashore. When Guiseppe returns home six months later he finds his wife dead and baby gone — the American having adopted it. He takes his pet bear and comes to America in search of his child. The bear gets him into trouble by invading a rich man's apiary, and is locked up. Guiseppe, while working as a dishwasher in a restaurant, discovers a note on an ash