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Chapter No. 7 Celebrates Second Annual Dinner-Dance and Frolic
The members of California Chapter No. 7, together with their wives, friends and associates in the motion picture world, gathered together at the Elks Club on December 16, 1930, to celebrate their second annual dinner dance and frolic. The occasion excited widespread attention among the celebrities of the motion picture world.
Film and Stage Celebrities Present
Miss Virginia Carlisle, of the M. G. M. Studio, was guest star and acting hostess to the projectionists and their guests.
Mr. Gene Morgan (King of Mirth) acted as Master of Ceremonies. Mr. Morgan more than justified his title of King of Mirth on this occasion. His antics and smart cracks were a source of continual merriment. Lester Covan. Secretary of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. occupied a conspicuous place at the guest table. Mr. H. A. Bailey, the well known local showman, was among those present. The Projection Advisory Council was well represented by the First Vice President, Sidney Burton (Mr. Burton is also President of Chapter No. 7. A. P. S.), and Regional Vice President, T. H. Eekerson.
Dance and Entertainment Excellent
The committee on arrangements, headed by Brother Otto Felts, who was ably assisted by Brothers C. M. Fowler and Louis Wutke, secured the cooperation of many local firms in furnishing the many features of the evening’s entertainment. National Theatre Supply Co. supplied the music by securing the services of George
Stoll’s orchestra, which is one of the most popular theatre organizations. The dinner was of real banquet proportions and was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone. The entertainment consisted of several acts, which were provided by Mr. Harry Bailey, who gave generously of his time to make this part of the evening perfect.
Evening Filmed
The spacious banquet hall of the Elks Club was converted for a short time into a stage when lights and cameras came into play to film in sound, the event. The banquet attracted so many of the celebrities of the industry that the Fox Film Co., United Artists and Metro-GoldwynMayer studios sent cameras, lights, sound equipment and necessary personnel to record the event in celluloid. It is understood that the film will be used in the forthcoming issues of news-reels.
Dance Contest
An interesting event of the evening was a dance contest to determine the couple that excelled in the art of terpsichore. The first prize, a beautiful loving cup, was won by Mr. and Mrs. Bill DeLay. The second prize was won by Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Pyles. The loving cup and prizes were presented to the winners by the guest star, Miss Virginia Carlisle. The party was in every way a huge success. It was one of the outstanding events of the year and was conceded to be a most enjoyable evening by all present.
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