The Film Daily (1942)

EQUIPMENT NEWS Friday, October 23, 1942 ■ A Section of THE FILM DAILY compre hensively covering the equipment field._ published every second week except holidays, by Wid's Films and Film Folks, Inc., 1501 Broadway, New York City. John W. Alicoate^ Publisher; Donald M. Mersereau, General Man ager; Chester B. Bahn, Editor; George H Morris, Equipment Editor; West Coast Bureau 6425 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Cal. Ralph Wilk, Bureau Chief. Carpet Inventories 0. K. for Few Months (Continued from Page 7) than they were a year ago, and 1941 stocks were 28 per cent higher than in 1940. Manufacturers, on the other hand, have unusually small supplies on hand and a good part of their production facilities have been converted to war work. Carpet production was curbed drastically earlier this year when the use of wool was restricted by the Government to 50 per cent of last year's output. In April a further reduction to 25 per cent of the amount used in 1941 cut production again. — Scrap Socks Japs — Eastman Gives Huge Boost To Rochester Scrap Drive (Continued from Page 7) pounds of various materials needed in the war effort. Obsolete machines, such as coating wheels and spooling machines, have been scrapped. Four tons of scrap rubber have been turned over by Kodak to the Rochester Salvage Committee, proceeds of the sale being turned over to Rochester's war fund. In the Rochester area, 450 industrial plants have been subdivided into fourteen groups — clothing, food and beverage, machine shop, photographic industry, etc. A member of the Industrial Salvage Committee oversees each group. Each plant is asked to appoint a salvage manager and turn in semi-monthly reports on the progress of its salvage program. The response of Rochester's industries to this campaign has been outstanding. Almost 50,000,000 pounds of scrap had been disposed of by the end of June, a record unequaled in any of the eastern states. — Scrap Socks Japs — Prepares for King Winter East Haven, Conn.— The 800-seat Capitol here is undergoing a roofinsulating job in preparedness for scant oil supply this winter. forest^-Wproducts cOREST MANUFACTURING CORP. Some Wartime Don'ts . . . For the Nation's Exhibitors ~ (Continued from Page 7) — ^— _^^-^^-^^^^_ ^ to do so. Re-read manufacturers' instructions. These were compiled for only one reason, — maximum life and efficiency. DON'T operate rectifier above recommended rating. Blow out periodically the dirt which has accumulated in the rectifier assembly. DON'T over-oil anything at any time. DON'T let bulb sockets of any equipment get corroded or pitted. Keep tight such bulbs in their sockets. DON'T tolerate anything but 100 per cent cleanliness throughout your motor generator. DON'T let dirt and grit take toll of your theater screen. Care in its cleaning, once a month, will go far toward keeping it in condition. DON'T neglect your auditorium chairs. Inspect them regularly and keep them in shape. DON'T let grit remain in your carpets. Maintain them in the best of condition. Use only the most reliable cleaning agents. Neglected carpets are short-lived, unattractive, and unsanitary. DON'T neglect to care for your vacuum cleaner. At least once a year have it, particularly the motor, checked by a skilled repair shop. DON'T mistreat your rubber mats. You won't get any more for the duration. When removing one, never grasp it by the nosing or drag it without first rolling it up. DON'T clean your rubber mats with strong solutions, and, after cleaning, dry them thoroughly before rolling them up. DON'T let your leatherette or genuine leather seat covers dry out or crack. Gean and preserve them with saddle soap or any good alkali-free soap. DON'T put wear on your ticket registers by neglecting to keep them oiled. Altec Service Pacts Still Gaining in Volume (Continued from Page 7) week-end by H. M. Bessey, secretary-treasurer of Altec Service Corp. The company, he said, has seen this trend increase sharply ever since the first of the year, and currently has its field forces at augmented strength despite the fact that more than 10 per cent of its pre-Pearl Harbor personnel has joined the armed forces. So that theaters in every section of the nation can be assured of continued high-standard service, Altec, Bessey stated, has instituted a policy of training men so that, as the war goes on and further demands are made for manpower, the organization's ranks can be filled progressively. AS Sole Eastern Distributors, we carry the full and complete line of equipment manufactured by: — MOLE-RICHARDSON CO. Hollywood, California Incomparable Lighting Equipment Estimates Cheerfully Given CHARLES ROSS Inc. 3SS W. 52nd St., New York City Triephonii: ClreU 6-5470-5471 Stamm Construction Gets Contract for the Star St. Louis — The Stamm Construction Co. here has the contract for alterations and improvements at the Star Theater, operated by Chris Efthim. Work will include installation of structural glass, new doors, etc. Cost is about $2,000. J. H. Shawcross is the architect. — Scrap Socks Japs — Landers Is Improved Batesville, Ark. — A new box-office has been installed at the Landers Theater Exterior of the lobby has also been redecorated. F or_ IT FLAGSBANNERS— VALANCES— LIEBERMAN Flag and Valance Co. 71 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK, N. Y. 646 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, Illinois 8954 Cibton Street, Los Angeles, Calif. Theater Construction Shows Sept. Strength (Continued from Page 7) tiation — , during September to replace houses destroyed by fire, and such construction was approved by the Government because the houses in most instances represented ^IT1" only entertainment outlets in tnwrespective communities. Particular consideration was given, it is understood, to stands located in war manufacturing centers. RCA's plants are now on a war production footing. RCA's Theatre Service Organization is contributing to the all out war effort by helping theatres "Keep 'Em Running" in the projection rooms, so that both civilians and members of the armed forces can get the recreation they need in these trying times. 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