Exhibitors Herald (Aug 1920)

46 EXHIBITORS HERALD August 21, 1920 $15 and $35 for houses out in the state, depending upon the population of the towns and cities. It is the plan of the organization to eliminate all dues as soon as the slide advertising proposition reaches such proportions as to make the income sufficient to run the association. Besides Mr. Herrington, Joseph Hopp, vice president of the M. P. T. O. A., and president of the Illinois Exhibitors Alliance, was present as an accredited representative of the national body. At the opening session of the convention he gave a detailed account of the Cleveland deliberations and instructed the Wisconsin exhibitors on the methods in which they could cooperate most effectively with the national league. Meetings To Be Quarterly Upon the recommendations made in the speeches of both Mr. Hopp and Mr. Herrington were based the further activities of the convention. Both men figured prominently in the re-writing of the bv-laws and constitution which will govern the association hereafter. Some dissatisfaction was aroused when it seemed apparent that the monthly meetings which have been held heretofore were to be abolished. An amicable understanding was reached, however, upon the recommendation of Mr. Hopp that the policy of holding quarterly meetings, in various parts of the state, such as is the case in Illinois, be adopted. It seemed to be the opinion of many members that the convening of only one meeting annually would develop an apathetic feeling among the exhibitors, whereas occasional gatherings would serve to unite more solidly the forces of the state. To Appoint Committee A legislative committee is to be appointed by the executive board to handle all matters pertaining to any detrimental legislation which may be introduced in the state legislative body. This committee will lay special stress for the present upon combating censorship which, in all probability will present itself as a menace at the next session of the legislature. While no formidable fight is being waged at present on the question by the motion picture interests, it is known on good authority that the proponents of legal regulation are marshalling their forces in an effort to have such a measure passed. Managers Are Barred The convention went on record as an independent organization by its action at the first session in barring managers of theatres controlled by interests who operate exchanges.' One article of the constitution had this provision incorporated in it. The exhibitors were welcomed to Mil BLANCHE SWEET In u HCene from her latest rathe feature, "The Girl In the Web." waukee in an address at the opening session by John Niven, assistant city attorney, which was responded to by President Rhode. Mr. Herrington in his initial talk to the convention based his remarks on the position of the exhibitor in the industry. "Not until Wall street domination of the motion picture industry is broken will we be satisfied," he said. "The large companies are trying to smother the little fellows in order that they may dictate their own policies." Resolutions Adopted The resolutions adopted follow: Resolved, that this convention goes on record as reposing entire confidence in the national association and its officers and pledges its support to them. * * * Resolved, that this convention go on record as endorsing the stand of the nanational officers in their stand on the producer-exhibitor question. * * * Resolved, that the convention pledges support to the independent producers so long as they cooperate with the independent exhibitors. * * * Resolved, that the Wisconsin Exhibitors' Association adopt as its slogan "An Injury to One Is the Concern of All," and that said slogan be used on a slide to be shown at all member theatres, to be used on all stationery of the association and suggest that same be used on the members' stationery whenever possible. • * * * Resolved, that a committee on legislation be instructed to secure a copy of the Pennsylvania and proposed Minnesota deposit bills, requiring film exchanges to deposit with the secretary of state an amount of money equal to that deposited by exhibitors. * * * Resolved, that the legislative committee communicate with the various candidates for state governor to ascertain their views on censorship. * * * Resolved, that the thanks of this convention be expressed to the national association for sending Mr. Herrington and Mr. Hopp to assist the Wisconsin Exhibitors' Association to perfect their organization. * * * Resolved, that this organization is opposed to paying in full for any picture as a deposit or an advance payment. That we condemn the efforts of any distributing organization to enforce such payment on signing of contract and that the members of this organization hereby pledge themselves not to enter into any contract requiring payment in full for any picture more than seven days before play-date. * * * Resolved, that Mr. Hearst, who owns the Universal News reels, be served with a notice to eliminate his political propaganda in same, for which he, no doubt, receives compensation. * * * 150 Exhibitors Present Approximately 150 exhibitors were in attendance. Among those present were : Otto Preuser, Palace, Milwaukee; Louis Plate, Climax, Milwaukee; J. J. Gross, Comet, Milwaukee; M. Rice, State, Milwaukee; Betty Drew, Delavan; Owen McKivitt, Bijou, Racine; Henry Glen, Lavalle, Lavalle ; L. R. Buckly, Rex, Colby; Jack Hickey, Grand, New London; Parker L. Waterbury, Lyric, Jefferson ; R. Gregory, Strand, Stevens Point; Frank Bachkal, Opera House, Berlin. PEARL WHITE In her initial Fox five-part picture, "The White Moll," a story of the Underworld K. J. Uglow, Strand, Whitewater; G. E. Loebel, Community, West Allis ; G. J. Bauch, Mirth, Milwaukee; Hogan Brothers, Wright, Milwaukee; Francis Kadow, Manitowoc ; F. E. Walcott, Majestic, Racine; H. J. Altschwager, Columbus ; A. H. Gloe, Opera House, Two Rivers; O. Larsen, Star, Peshtigo; Paul Langheinrich, Milwaukee ; Joe Schwartz, Milwaukee ; W. L. Ainsworth, Orpheum, Fond du Lac; Joseph B. Cullen, Jackson, Milwaukee. Baraboo Represented C. L. Rosen, Ringling, Baraboo ; Mrs. J. N. Cleland, Bijou, Kaukauna; Charles Guelson, Lyric, Stoughton ; Joe Winninger, Appleton, Appleton ; H. C. Sanders, Majestic, Rhinelander ; Walter A. Schoen, Milwaukee; A. P. Desormeaux, Strand. Madison ; J. H. Silleman, Downer, Milwaukee; Neil Duffy, Elite, Appleton; Otto P. Koentopp, Manitowoc; Joe Babin, Washington, Monroe ; Charles G. Baum ann. Star, Oshkosh ; C. W. Doctor, May, Mayville; J. P. Adler, Marshfield. H. A. Schwahn, Eau Claire; Thomas J. Coffey, New Cozy, Marinette; Fred Seegert, Milwaukee; G. A. Schockow, Bijou, Wausau ; Earl E. Marsh, Opera House, Granton ; W. J. Wood, Grand, East Troy; William M. Roob, Grand, Port Washington; Edward J. Fuchs, Opera House, Marion ; Mrs. A. W. Nagle, Crescent, Shawano; F. J. McWilliams, Grand, Madison; H. S. Hadfield, Royal, Green Bay; Raymond Phieffer, Princess, New Holstein ; J. P. Gruwell, Palace, Grand Rapids. Burford Attends H. Speyer, Grace, Milwaukee; H. V. Friederick, Majestic, Sheboygan; A. L. Robarge, Wausau; William Jacobs, Milwaukee; Henry Goldman, Colonial, Green Bay; H. H. Burford, La Crosse, La Crosse; Joseph Rhode, Rhode, Kenosha ; E. Langeinach, Colonial, Milwaukee; E. F. Kirtchen, Falls, Sheboygan Falls; Steve Bauers, Milwaukee; Charles Washecheck, Pearl, Milwaukee; T. H. Luneman, Majestic, Madison. Jake J. Disch, New Majestic, Cudahy; Henry Imhof, Apollo, Milwaukee; Dave Feinberg, Fern, Milwaukee; George W. Huebner, Crystal, Oconomowoc; R. C. Wheeler, Auditorium. Waukasha ; Nick De Lorenza, Magnet, Milwaukee; J. W. Heft, Pastime, Horicon ; William J. Van Dyke, Vaudette, Kaukauna; P. M. Kauth, Strand, Schleisingerville ; R. K. Mosiman, Rex, Oshkosh ; and Sam Pylet, Columbus.