Exhibitors Herald (Sep-Dec 1918)

Record Details:

Title:
Exhibitors Herald
Date:
Sep-Dec 1918
Author:
Exhibitors Herald Co.
Publisher:
Chicago, Exhibitors Herald
Volume:
Exhibitors Herald (Sep-Dec 1918)
Leaf #:
000568
Language:
English
Collection:
Early Cinema and Hollywood Studio System
Format:
Periodicals
Contributor:
Media History Digital Library
Sponsor:
Media History Digital Library
Coordinator:
Media History Digital Library
Description:
Founded in 1915 by a Chicago printing company as a regional trade paper for Midwest exhibitors. In 1916, editor Martin Quigley bought out the owners, and over the next 15 years, he grew EXHIBITORS HERALD into one of the most important national, weekly trade papers in the film business. Quigley acquired MOTOGRAPHY in 1917 and MOVING PICTURE WORLD in 1927. In 1930, he acquired MOTION PICTURE NEWS and the new 'consolidated' publication became MOTION PICTURE HERALD. From the pulpit of his editorial page, Quigley preached the need to improve the motion picture industry and improve the quality of the films. He skillfully served as a mediator in disputes -- between distributors and exhibitors, between the film industry and the Catholic Church (Quigley was one of the architects of the Production Code). Quigley claimed that EXHIBITORS HERALD represented the 'independent exhibitor' and sections like 'What the Picture Did for Me?' certainly provided a forum for theater owners. But plenty of exhibitors viewed Quigley as a servant to the studios and large theater chains. In response, publications such as SHOWMEN'S TRADE REVIEW, INDEPENDENT EXHIBITORS FILM BULLETIN, HARRISON'S REPORTS, and BOX OFFICE were either formed or grew significantly in the years following Quigley's brief moment of consolidation in 1930. -- Eric Hoyt, 2014
Date Added:
September 21, 2023
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EXHIBITORS HERALD AND M (J T O G K A E H Y ern characterization and fine shots at long range with the camera. Will draw most anywhere. — E. C. Pearce, Amuzu Theatre, Winston Salem, N. C. — General patronage. Because of Woman, with Belle Bennett.— A cracker jack that's hard to heat. — William M. Roob, Grand Theatre, Port W ashington, Wis. Who Was to Blame, with Jack Abbe.— This Jap star made a big hit with our patrons. Best Saturday business for some time. — J. M. Gardner, Arc Theatre, Delphi, Ind. — General patronage. The Vortex, with Mary Warren. — A very good picture. — G. O. Vail, Electric Theatre. Morrilton, Ark. — Mixed patronage. Universal Hands Down, with Monroe Salisbury. — Extra good, with Salisbury giving one of the best characterizations ever seen on the screen. — Gem Theatre, Peoria, 111. — Neighborhood patronage. Hell Bent, with Harry Carey. — For a western it was well liked by those who came. Did not draw my patrons. — Maurice Choynski, Newberry Theatre. 856 North Clark street, Chicago. — Mixed patronage. Love vs. Art, with Alice Howell (L Ko Comedy* — Some oomedv slansticlCrowd fairly roared at the antics of Alice. — Lewis and Brisco, Princess Theatre, Elwood, Ind. — General patronage. Hell Bent, with Harry Carey. — An ordinary picture for Carey, but the title will get the money. — A. D. Lassiter. Chestonian Theatre, Chester, S C. — Neighborhood patronage. The Talk of the Town, with Dorothy Phillips. — Good. All around good picture. Drew well. Pleased the crowds that came. — -Maurice Choynski, Newberry Theatre, 856 North Clark street, Chicago. — Mixed patronage. The Mortgaged Wife, with Dorothy Phillips. — Very well done and appreciated by all who saw it. Conditions due to "Flu" prevented it from going over as big as it deserved. — Eller Metzger, Rialto Theatre, Des Moines, la. The Talk of the Town, with Dorothy Phillips. — Everything in this one to please any class of patronage. Business good. — F. G. Heller. Starland Theatre, Anderson, Ind — High class patronage. Vitagraph Everybody's Girl, with Alice Joyce. — Well received. Star a favorite. Good picture. Good business. — Maurice Choynski, Newberry Theatre, 856 North Clark street, Chicago. — Mixed patronage. Love Watches, with Corinne Griffith. — Fair picture. Didn't pull. Star not known. — F. J. M. Williams, Grand Theatre, Madison, Wis. — Mixed patronage. A Gentleman's Agreement, with Nell Shipman. — Good picture. Small crowd. — Lewis and Brisco, Princess Theatre, Elwood, Ind. — General patronage. Find the Woman, with Alice Joyce. — A Rood picture, well produced. Story by O. Henry. Pleased the few who saw it. — J. M Gardner, Arc Theatre, Delphi, Ind. — General patronage. A Game with Fate, with Harry Morey. — Poor. Our patrons did not like it and it is not up to the Vitagraph standard. — J. M. Gardner, Arc Theatre, Delphi, Ind. — General patronage. World A Soul Without Windows, with Ethel Clayton. — A good picture that pleased. -1F. R. Smith, Bijou Theatre, Pond du Lac, Wis. — Mixed patronage. T'other Dear Charmer, with Louise Huff and John Bowers. — Excellent. The kind of picture that will please everyone. — H. P. Rorig, Orpheum Theatre, Elgin, 111. — General patronage. The Appearance of Evil, with June Elvidge. — Good picture. Above the World's average. — F. P. Smith, Bijou Theatre, Fond du Lac, Wis. — Mixed patronage. The Beloved Blackmailer, with Carlyle Blackwell. — Star at his best. The kind of picture that appeals to people of today.— H. P. Rorig, Orpheum Theatre, Elgin, 111. — General patronage. Spurs of Sybil, with Alice Brady. — Satisfied.— Fan' and Overton. Lyric Theatre, Winchei°'ass paii^a©-"-' natronage. The "Grouch, with Montagu Love. — A picture. Just entertainment. Sunday crowd satisfied. — Maurice Choynski, Newberry Theatre, 856 North Clark street, Chicago. — Mixed patronage. Specials and State Rights The Unbeliever ( Kleine-General) — Not one adverse comment on this remarkable production Ours was a delayed screening, but the picture aroused just as much enthusiasm as though the war had not ended, which was very gratifying. We must compliment the exchange on the excellent condition of the film. Out of Chicago office of General. — C. J. O'Neill. Shullsburg Amusement Company, Shullsburg, Wis. — Small town patronage. Pershing's Crusaders (U. S. Official — First National). — Broke all our house records. Some kicked. Majority were more than pleased. Book it. — J. M. Gardner, Arc Theatre. Delphi, Ind. — General patronage. The Belgian, with Walker Whiteside (Sidney Olcott). — Good picture. Book it. It is good. Will stand anything you say about it.— A. D. Lassiter, Chestonian Theatre, Chester. S. C. — Neighborhood patronage. Over The Top, with Arthur Guy Empey (Vitagraph). — Extra good. Couldn't be beaten. The scenery is wonderful and tinting great. If Vitagraph has any more like this one we surely want them. — Loeffelholz Brothers, Auditorium, Cuba City, Wis. The Crucible of Life, with Grace Darmond (General Enterprises). — One of the best pictures played, hut box office value is poor. — A. D. Lassiter, Chestonian Theatre, Chester, S. C. — Neighborhood patronage. Carmen of the Klondike, with Clara Williams (Selexart). — If your clientele likes this type of pictures, book it. Advertise and raise your admission. Film in fine condition. There's a regular fight in this that is worth while. — -C. J. O'Neill, Shullsburg Amusement Company, Shullsburg. Wis. — Small town patronage. 36