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>fednesday, July 6, 1938
MOTION PICTURE
DAILY
lennedy Asks J. S.9 England Fo Cooperate
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rt of the London office of the f(PflP.D.A., and Jack Kennedy, RKO. 'The Ambassador declared emphatillly that just as Great Britain's film Idustry could not exist without picIres from the United States, so also e American industry could not exist athout the British market. 'He asked that American film interIts encourage British producers in Itum for the money taken from Eitain by the American industry. He made the forecast that the inbstry in the United States would ce a very difficult period in which 'erybody would suffer by the crisis the present control failed. If that appened, somebody else would take ,iarge, he said, but did not elaborate i that thought.
Collaboration by the United States terests with those of Great Britain an American obligation, he declared, [e also requeested the American projcers, press and exhibitors to bear mind the importance of the British iiarket to the American industry, he Ambassador expressed his apreciation for the reception accorded Urn at the luncheon.
Sir Frederick Whyte in Chair
Sir Frederick Whyte, chairman of ie new Films Council, presided at le luncheon at the Hotel Mayfair in *is first public appearance in that apacity, and declared that the couniil is a corporate body with a mind of Is own.
Edward J. Hinge, vice-president of ie C.E.A., described Mr. Silverstone s 50 per cent an Englishman in more rays than one. Sam Eckman of I-G-M and Arthur Jarrett paid "ibute to Mr. Silverstone, and Sir rederick read a telegram from Will lays, which declared that Mr. Silerstone had strengthened the bonds etween America and Britain.
Mr. Silverstone, in his address of •lanks, pleaded that the United States reducers would not survive without ne English market, and that without American pictures the English ex1 ibitor would not be able to exist.
Mr. Silverstone was honored also t a banquet tendered by United Artits at the Savoy on Sunday night. Sritish and Continental U. A. salesTen attended, as did Alexander >orda, Oscar Deutsch and Herbert Vilcox, who is reported negotiating a rejoin U. A. Mr. Silverstone was resented a traveling bag.
CE.A., Australian Agreement Proposed
London, July 5. — Lionel Samuel inyder, Australian exhibitor, will ■fleet with representatives of the Cinenatograph Exhibitors' Association omorrow with the object of cementng an agreement between Australian nd British exhibitors.
The Australian group plans, if neotiations are concluded successfully, o send a delegate annually to the -..E.A. conference, recognizing the English group as the parent body.
With Royal Consent
London, July 5. — Herbert Wilcox today made film history by obtaining Royal consent to film a sequence for "Sixty Glorious Years" in Windsor Castle. The film stars Anna Neagle and Anton Walbrook.
He also will take some footage at Balmoral Castle in a few days. He has the cooperation on court detail of Sir George Crichton, equerry to King George VI.
Atlas to Increase Its RKO Holdings
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common stock and $4,485,550 face amount of debentures held by RCA for $5,500,000 up to July 1. With no action being taken by that date, Atlas may obtain a six-month extension by acquiring one-twelfth of the remaining holdings _ for $500,000 during July. This action would increase the Atlas investment in RKO to more than $6,000,000 and would increase its holdings of RKO securities to approximately 700,000 shares of common and $5,700,000 face amount of debentures.
Negotiations for the extension will be begun in about three weeks. The delay is due to the absence of Floyd B. Odium, head of Atlas, who is in Europe.
CEA Protest Brings Theatre Plan Delay
London, July 5. — The report urging upon the London County Council the adoption of a new rule restricting price changes at film houses and the designation of seats will be held up for the time being, it was indicated today, following vigorous opposition voiced by the Cinematograph Exhibitors' Association.
Sir Josiah Stamp declared he is anxious to preserve happy relations with the trade and will hear exhibitor views. He insists nevertheless that he will do his duty and protect the public. He will meet with C.E.A. representatives on Thursday.
The proposed legislation follows alleged complaints and an investigation. The regulations would prevent the exhibitors from adapting their seat supply to the demand. It would require posting in the lobby of the theatre's seating plan and prices.
Plan to Raze Old House
The Emigrant Industrial Savings Bank has asked wreckers for bids on the demolition of the Fifth Avenue Theatre, located on Broadway at 28th Street. The house has alternated during the past 65 years with legitimate, burlesque and film presentations. In its heyday many prominent theatrical personages trod its boards. Future plans for the site have not been set.
Ostrer Case Up Today
London, July 5. — The English high court hearing of the case of Associated British Pictures Corp. against the Ostrer Brothers will be held tomorrow. The former is claiming £600,000 for alleged misrepresentation in connection with the A.B.P.-G.B. deal.
Improvements Gain On Midwest Houses
Kansas City, July 5. — Theatre improvements are widespread in this territory.
G. W. Summers has purchased new Motiograph projectors and Western Electric sound for his Royal at Unionville, Mo.
Dubinsky Brothers are installing new Western Electric sound in the new Hollywood Theatre, opening in August in downtown Leavenworth, Kan.
A. J. Simmons has purchased new Synchrofilm for his Plaza at Greenfield, Mo.
The new U. S. Army theatre at Ft. Leavenworth, Kan., and the new one at Ft. Sill, Okla., will be equipped with RCA High Fidelity. The first will seat around 900, is costing $150,000 ; the second will accommodate 1,400, cost $270,000. Both are expected to open in August or September.
The new Temple Theatre at Ardmore, Okla., is installing RCA High Fidelity sound equipment. It is a 1,000-seat house now ready for opening.
The new Griffith at Enid, Okla., is being prepared for opening. It will have RCA High Fidelity sound.
Tarkington Starts Suit Over "Penrod"
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granted exclusive talking picture rights on 28 stories, including "Penrod" and "Penrod and Sam." He asserted that Warner Bros, in filming "Penrod and His Twin Brother," which was allegedly not written by Mr. Tarkington, violated the contract and infringed upon his exclusive right to use the literary figure and name of Penrod.
Mr. Tarkington further charged that the defendant had advertised the picture as based on his story, although it was "widely divergent" from his work, and that this had caused "irreparable injury" to his reputation.
The complaint, in addition to an injunction, asks for damages to be determined on trial, and for an order directing Warners to surrender the negatives of the picture.
Astor to Be a Museum
The Astor on July 15, Bastille Day in France, will open its doors to the public as a museum dealing with the M-G-M production effects of "Marie Antoinette." Antiques, costumes, jewelry and furniture which were used in the making of the film will be placed on exhibition. The display will remain until the early part of August when the film will open. The exhibit was planned and executed by Howard Dietz and promotion staff.
Indiana Unit to Meet
Indianapolis, July 5. — The Associated Theatre Owners of Indiana will hold a midsummer convention July 20 and 21 at the SpinkWawasee Hotel on Lake Wawasee in northern Indiana. Several short business sessions will be on the program, with buying, adjustments and product analysis predominating, according to Maurice Rubin, president.
Make Valentino Short
Astor Productions has produced a one-reel subject, "Rudolph Valentino, The Man Who Came Back," which will be nationally released today.
Arguments Started On "Lynton" Award
Federal Judge Vincent Leibell heard the opening argument yesterday of John W. Davis, attorney for M-G-M Pictures Corp., in the hearing to determine whether the report of Referee Gordon Auchincloss awarding $587,000 damages to Margaret Aver Barnes and Edward Sheldon in their suit against M-G-M Pictures Corp., M-G-M Distributing Corp., Loew's, Inc., and Culver Export Corp. for plagiarism of their play, "Dishonored Lady" in "Letty Lynton" should be confirmed.
Judge Leibell during arguments, in referring to the claim of the plaintiffs that the law provided for a judgment from the profits of the picture, remarked that "it does seem a harsh doctrine, but I can't see where the court has much latitude in this matter under the law."
In response to a statement made by Mr. Davis that the award should be limited to $30,000 damages, and that profits should be excluded, Judge Leibell said: "As a matter of justice, I agree with your decision, but I am afraid the law is pretty well established on this." The defendants seek to justify their stand on the assertion that the plagiarism was not deliberate, and cited the prior opinion of Circuit Court Judge Learned Hand as substantiating their claim. They argued that under Section 25 of the copyright law it was discretionary with the judge to determine whether damages for profits should be assessed. Judge Leibell will continue the hearing today to allow the plaintiffs an opportunity to argue for an increase of the award to more than $1,000,000.
Mayflower Independent
Mayflower Productions is an independent British producing company in which Associated British Picture Corp., Ltd., owns a substantial interest, and is not an affiliate of G. B., as was erroneously reported in Motion Picture Daily recently.
Sidney Safe Robbed
Sidney. Neb.. July 5. — Thieves using an acetylene torch cut through the door of the Fox Theatre safe last night and took $600 and a diamond ring belonging to Manager Lew Williams.
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