The Film Daily (1930)

THE Tuesday, July 15, 1930 f) Latest Hollywood Happenings f) =;^=ii=.^=^^ Coast Wire Service — Tiffany to Star Hurst in Witwer Shorts Series Following his work in Tiffany's "Why Marry?", Paul Hurst has been signed by Phil Goldstone to star in "Classics in Slang," a series of six two reelers by the late H. C. Witwer. Hurst has also appeared in "Swellhead," "Hot Curves" and "Paradise Island" for the same company. The series will be included in the 1930-31 releasing schedule. John Farrow Joins Fox Directorial Rankc John Farrow, scenario and dialogue writer, has joined the Fox directorial ranks. He has been signed to direct his own story, "First Love". Al Rockett will be associate producer on the picture. Tierney at RKO Ranch Harry Tierney, composer of "Half Shot At Sunrise", has left with the unit of technicians, actors, and assistants for the RKO ranch at Sherman Oaks, where exteriors of this musical comedy will be made. Tierney will supervise the recording of the musical numbers. Warners Cast Luis Alberni Luis Alberni has been assigned a featured role by Warner Bros, in "Children of Dreams," second original screen romance by Sigmund Romberg and Oscar Hammerstein 2d. Margaret Schilling, Paul Gregory and Alison Skipworth already are in the cast. 'Mickey McGuire' as Announcer Through the courtesy of Larry Darmour, 'Mickey McGuire' appears as master of ceremonies in the latest Columbia "Screen Snapshots", in which Mickey introduces Mary Pickford, Dogulas Fairbanks, Dolores Del Rio, June Collyer, Ruth Roland. Larry Gray, Mae Murray, Jack Holt. Matt Moore, Buck Jones, Alice White, Lloyd Hughes, Marie Prevost and others. Kerrigan in "Lightnin' " J. M. Kerrigan has been added to "Lightnin' ", the next Will Rogers vehicle for Fox. Ruth Warren also will have a part in it. Henry King will direct. Prevost and Thomson Added Marie Prevost and Kenneth Thomson have been added to the cast of Columbia's "Sweethearts on Parade," being produced by Al Christie with Marshall Neilan directing. Helen Chandler Cast Among those supporting Dorothy Peterson in "Mother's Cry" at First National is Helen Chandler, A Little from "Lots" By RALPH WILK r)ANIEL B. CLARK'S initial assignment as a director will be "Wyoming Wonder," which he will make for Fox. During his 12 years as a Fox cameraman, he photographed 64 pictures starring Tom Mix. He has an intimate knowledge of the West, especially as it concerns photographic backgrounds for motion pictures. He served two terms as president of the American Society of Cinematographers. Al Ohrenbach is among the recent arrivals from New York. He ivas a set dresser for Paramount and has worked in several Eastern studios. This is his first visit to the Coast in 10 years. * * * Ralph Dietrich, who edited "The Last of the Duanes" and "Cheer Up and Smile," will cut Sidney Lanfield's next picture. "The Last of vhe Duanes" was directed by Alfred Werker. Do you remember when Joe Rock was a star member of the New York Clark Settlement House basketball team and Harry Cohen was an Amateur Athletic Union timekeeper? When John L. Murphy was a professional baseball player? William Slavens McNutt, Paramount scenarist, is one of the most prolific writers in the country. In 1928, the year before he joined Paramount, he stood fourth in the list of American short story writers, in the number of stories published. During his writing career he has sold to magazines approximately 500 stories and special articles. He collaborated with Grover Jones on the story and dialogue for "Rolling Down to Rio," starring George Bancroft. * * * Heartless as it may seem, a lot of people are laughing because some years ago a horse fell on Robert Woolsey and broke his leg. Woolsey, featured with Bert Wheeler, supplies much of the hilarity in RKO's wartime comedy, "Half Shot at Sunrise." In his younger days he was a jockey. He quit the turf, because of a broken leg and went on the stage — and audiences have been laughing at him ever since. * * * Talking pictures offer a medium for big ideas far greater than the former silent films, according to Roy J. Pomeroy, who recently directed "inside the Lines" for RKO. By utilizing the psychology of voice reproduction and the innumerable sound effects available, producers are now better fortified to make outstanding pictures than ever before, states Pomeroy. Robert Ellis' current role in "The Squealer" is said to closely parallel his creation of "Steve Crandall" in Universal's "Broadway." Ellis' portrayal of this part was considered one of the outstanding features of "Broadway" and has caused his selection for numerous "heavy" roles. When he finishes his current picture he will fly to Seattle to join his wife, Vera Reynolds, and proceed on a four weeks' cruise in Alaskan waters. * * * Harry Lieb, who edited "The Cohens and Kellys in Scotland," "The Little Accident" and "The Czar of Broadway" for Universal, will cut "See America First," which will also be made by Universal. * * * Gavin Gordon and Ivan Linow were late additions to RKO's "The Silver Horde" before it left for location in Alaska, and Katya Sorina has been cast for "Half Shot at Sunrise," another RKO special. * * * Our old tennis opponent, Frederick Y. Smith, and Miss Jameyson caused quite a stir at First National t'other day when they announced their marriage. They had been able to keep their marriage a secret for a whole year. They are both employed by First National, Smith being a film editor. * * * Some Maxs — Reinhardt, Golden, Fabian, Larey. * * * Another name has been added to the list of players in "College Lovers," which First National is to produce with Marian Nixon and Jack Whiting in the leading roles. The newcomer is Phvllis Crane. * " * * Mildred Harris, popular screen personality, makes her talker debut in "Ranch House Blues," a Pathe Rodeo comedy just released. * * * Another popular player has been added to the cast of "Adios," Richard Barthelmess's next picture for First National. Barbara Bedford is the name. Babs will handle the role of a Mexican dancer under the direction of Frank Llpyd, Goldwyn Starts Shooting Evelyn Laye Production Shooting has started on Evelyn Laye's first musical picture, "Lilli," being produced by Samuel Goldwyn. John Boles was finally selected to sing opposite Miss Laye, and Lilyan Tashman is another late addition to he cast, which also includes Leon Errol and Hugh Cameron. Glazer Will Adapt "David" Benjamin Glazer has been signed by Columbia to do the adaptation for the talker version of "Tol'able David." Ross Directing "Freshman's Goat" Nat Ross, comedy specialist signed by Educational, has been selected to direct "The Freshman's Goat," by Dick Smith, Walter DeLeon and Neal Burns. This is the first in Educational's new Vanity series. Added to F. N. Writing Staff Waldemar Young has been added to the roster of scenarists at First National. He recently completed continuity and dialogue for "Captain Blood," to be directed by Frank Lloyd as soon as direction of "Adios," starring Richard Barthelmess is completed. Nora Lane in "Leather Pushers" Nora Lane has joined the cast of "The Leather Pushers," Universal's all-talking version of the H. C. Witwer prize ring stories. Glenda Farrell Gets Lead Glenda Farrell has been given the J feminine lead in First National's "Little Caesar," with Edward G. Robinson in the title role and Thomas Jackson in a prominent part. "Whoopee" Finished After a few minor changes found necessary after its first preview at San Diego last week, "Whoopee," starring Eddie Cantor and first Ziegfeld-Goldwyn production, is now finished. It will be released by United Artists to first run houses about September 1. New Contract for Paul Lukas Paul Lukas, versatile character actor from Hungary, has been given a new contract by Paramount. Del Andrews to Adapt 'U' Film Del Andrews has been signed by Carl Laemmle, Jr., to adapt W. H. Burnett's novel, "Saint Johnson," which Edward Laemmle will direct. Higgin Directs "Painted Desert" Howard Higgin has been signed by E. B. Derr as a Pathe director. He will handle "Painted Desert," in which William Boyd will star with Dorothy Burgess opposite him.