International projectionist (Jan-Dec 1945)

be given him. The Committee in charge of all arrangements is headed by Ben Norton, president of the A. P. S.; Tony Rugino, treasurer, and P. A. McGuire. George Edwards has many friends throughout the United States and Canada, most of whom, we are sure, will be glad to take part in this testimonial. For further information regarding the arrangements write to Tony Rugino, 3000 Valentine Ave., Bronx 58, N. Y. © The hopes of the Christian-American Association, notorious labor haters of Texas, were squelched by a five to four decision by the United States Supreme Court which held that the registration and licensing of labor organizers was unconstitutional. "A requirement of registration in order to make a public speech ivould seem generally incompatible ivith an exercise of the rights of free speech and assembly," said Justice Wiley Rutledge, who wrote the majority opinion. This is the answer of the Supreme Court to the Texas Anti-Labor law, and it probably will invalidate several other state anti-labor laws sponsored by the Christian-American Association. However, despite the decision of the highest court in the country, this organization is still determined to continue with its anti-union drives in many states. Keep your eyes on these babies and don't fall for any of their insidious and vicious anti-labor propaganda. • We regret to report the death of Joseph P. Kramer, one of the old-time members of Chicago Local No. 110. Our condolences to his family. • Timothy Sean O'Brien — the latest addition to the O'Brien clan. We refer, of course, to our very good friend, Morton D. O'Brien, charter member of Local No. 640, Long Island, N. Y., and assistant director of projection and sound for Loew's, Inc. The appearance of young Timothy, Wbt son of Captain rf i|| O'Brien. Jr., of the ifij I U. S. Marine Corps, j» M I now puts "Obie" in f Jk' J9 I tri(' grandfather class with yours truly and M. D. O'Brien manY other oldtimers. M. D. O'Brien, or "Obie," as he is best known in the industry, is a veteran of World War I, having served as chief electrician in the U. S. Navy from 1917 to 1918. He was an instructor at the U. S. Navy Motion Picture Operators School in the Brooklyn Navy Yard from 1922 to 1924. He has held the post of assistant director of projection for Loew's for almost two decades, and has gained an enviable reputation in this field for his expert supervision of the installation of sound and visual equipment in many theatres throughout the country. We salute M. D. O'Brien — a credit to our craft. • One of our Canadian readers, N. Tanner, member of Local No. 173, Toronto, Ont., Canada, paid a visit to the offices of I. P. the other week and we had quite a time discussing our many mutual friends. Tanner has very definite ideas on unionism and we were very much interested in his intelligent setting forth of his ideas. We look forward to a resumption of our discussions when we make our contemplated trip to Toronto early this spring. • Congratulations and best wishes to our friend, Houston S. Morton, member of Local No. 199, Detroit, Michigan, and Chairman of the Television Committee, on his new business venture — United Equipment Company. The opening, which was held the early part of this month, was attended by Morton's many friends from all parts of the state and by a number of leading manufacturers of theatre equipment. O The following interesting letter received from Local No. 348. Vancouver, B. C, Canada, speaks for itself and we publish it here for the benefit of other local unions who may be planning similar classes: Dear Brother Sherman: Some time ago the Television Committee for Local No. 348, was instructed to seek information on television and to find out what other local unions were doing about the subject. We had the pleasure at that time of writing to you for such information as you could give us and your reply was very helpful in setting us in the right direction. This letter will inform you as to what we have accomplished BW %t*itf5sV*tt#. °Wt JJepartmtmt of ^'tttte Albauu IT IS HEREBV CERTIFIED THAT TIIE CBItTIFHiVTK OF IxCOKPOKATIOX nf wj/ML'J.f,,,,/,,.,,/,,,//,, //,„/„„//, ,/,„i,/ y;,r,„,/„. ,9Ji • IlifT!,^ „,,/„,„<,,„.///, .//„„/„,/,///, '_/./,„j„„j./ iu Facsimile of 25-30 Club charter. in the formation of classes for the study of radio and television. With the cooperation of the Extension Department of the University of British Columbia the Television Committee was successful in organizing classes which are held every Sunday morning in the Science building at the University. These sessions last two hours and are very ably conducted by one of the University's instructors on Electricity and Radio. Incidentally, he also instructed the armed forces stationed here on Radar and Electronics. The present term began November 26, (Continued on page 23) 25-30 Club Notes SANS opposition, all officers of the 25-30 Club were re-elected unanimously for the new 1945 term. In accordance with the times, the installation ceremonies were brief — a fact greatly appreciated by the members present who were eagerly looking forward to the showing of motion pictures by the guest of the evening, Francis Doublier. Doublier is said to be the first newsreel cameraman in this country and his first assignment was the filming of the coronation of Czar Nicholas II in May. 1896. His presentation at the meeting consisted of a number of old subjects which he filmed himself many years ago and which were enthusiastically received by the members. In recognition of his pioneering in this field and of his many contributions to the art, Doublier was made an honorary member of the Club. The re-elected officers of the Club are Mike Berkowitz, pres. ; Morris J. Rotker, vice-pres.; Morris I. Klapholz, rec.-sec; Henry Weinberger, treas.; Joe Abrams, Bob Sanders and Joe Fitterman, trustees. The meeting closed with the usual refreshments and it was 4 A. M. when a band of weary but convivial old-timers wended their way homeward. • • • A good deal of the credit for obtaining the Club charter belongs to vice-president Morris J. Rotker. Rotker put in many days of hard work in getting the necessary machinery in motion and his efforts were finally rewarded with the granting of the charter, a copy of which appears elsewhere on this page. The charter now hangs in the offices of I. P. and will remain there until permanent club rooms are found. Mike Berkowitz, Pres. 25-30 Club FEBRUARY 1945 17