Exhibitors Herald (Dec 1923 - Mar 1924)

Record Details:

Title:
Exhibitors Herald
Date:
Dec 1923 - Mar 1924
Publisher:
Chicago, Exhibitors Herald Co.
Volume:
Exhibitors Herald (Dec 1923-Mar 1924)
Leaf #:
0001006
Language:
English
Subjects:
Motion Pictures, Film Industry Trade Magazine
Collection:
Hollywood Studio System and Early Cinema
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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40 EXHIBITORS HERALD February 23, 1924 Oppose ''Music Tax" Reproduction of letters received by the National Association of Broadcasters from Will Rossiter and H. Watersoo of Waterson. Berlin & Snyder. In these letters the two publishers express their opposition to collection of the "music tax" from broadcasters, theatres and other amusement places. Rossiter, in his letter, advises broadcasters of his resignation from the American Society of Composers. Authors & Publishers, while Mr. Waterson, in his communication, says that "it is our intention at the earliest feasible time to resign from the organization." Thomas A. Edison to Be Guest of Film Men Tender Testimonial in Form of Luncheon to ''Father of Motion Pictures" (Special to Exhibitors Herald) NEW YORK, Feb. 13.—Thomas A. Edison will be the guest of the motion picture industry at a luncheon given on the occasion of his 77th birthday, Friday, February 15th, at the Ritz Carlton hotel. It is felt by the leaders in the industry that the occasion of Mr. Edison's birthday is a fitting time to pay tribute to the great inventor whose work has laid the foundation on which the entire industry is built. Will Hays will act as toastmaster and the event is in charge of a general committee composed of: George Kleine, chairman; Arthur Brisbane, William Brandt, Paul H. Cromelin, Sydney L. Cohen, Joseph Dannenberg, Dr. Lee DeForest, George Eastman, John Emerson, William Fox. D. W. Griffith, Burton Holmes, Aaron Jones, Wm. A. Johnston, J. J. Kennedy, Marcus Loew, William Randolph Hearst, Carle Laemmle, Harold Lloyd, Chas. L. O'Reilly, Elmer Pearson, Edward S. Porter. Watterson Rothacker, Terry Ramsaye, S. L. Rothafel, Richard A. Rowland, Charles M. Schwab, Albert E. Smith, Courtland Smith, Franch Tichenor, J. D. Williams and Adolph Zukor. Charles M. Schwab, Arthur Brisbane, Senator Owen of Oklahoma and Terry Ramsaye are among the probable speakers and among the invited guests are the pioneers of the industry including: Thomas Armat, Herman Cassler, Frank Dyer, Edward S. Porter. Harry Raver, Wm. N. Selig, J. J. Kennedy. Albert E. Smith, George K. Spoor, Charles Urban and Percy L, Waters. Every phase of the industry will be represented by an individual committee composed of outstandingly prominent men. Lillian Drew, Former Film Player, Is Dead Veronal poisoning was coroner's verdict on the death of Miss Lillian Drew, known in private life as the wife of E. H. Calvert. According to her mother Mrs. Marguerite Flannery, 4701 Winthrop Ave., with whom she has been living. Miss Drew had been the victim of a slight accident which caused her so much pain she was unable to sleep. The explanation of her death is that she took an overdose of the veronal in an endeavor to get to sleep. Miss Drew, who retired from the screen about a year ago, was at one time connected with the old Essanay studios, followinpf a stage career. E. H. Calvert, her husband, is also a former actor. Louis /?. Markum Will Be Senate Candidate (S/fCcial to E.rkiHtprs Herald) INDL^NAPOLIS. IND.. Feb. 12.— Louis R. Markum, 4314 East New York St., a prominent exhibitor and well known in local politics, has announced his candidacy for the office of state senator from Marion county. Markum has been an active figure in the motion picture industry for about eight years, operating a chain of theatres under the name of Markum Enterprises. During the World War he was in the air service and Is an alumnus of the University of West Virginia.