The Moving picture world (February 1920-March 1920)

2012 THE MOVING PICTURE WORLD March 20, 1920 American Projection Society Witnesses Demonstration of Master Projector A PRACTICAL demonstration of the mechanical principles embodied in the Master Projector, recently acquired by Inter-Ocean Film Corporation for exclusive foreign distribution, was given on Thursday, March 4, before the members of the American Projection Society, assembled at Inter-Ocean Film Building, New York. The members were the guests of Eugene H. Kaufman, manager of the accessory department of Inter-Ocean Film Corporation, ■who is personally supervising the sales and physical distribution of Master Projectors in foreign territories. The demostration was especially arranged for the benefit of the members of the American Projection Society who were desirous of obtaining a first-hand knowledge of the new projector. A program, in which prominent mechanical engineers participated, was arranged for the occasion; and for the edification of the nicotine appetites of those present, good cigars and cigarettes were in evidence during the evening. Speaks of Benefits of Society. Mr. Kaufman started the ball rolling with an address of welcome to the members of the Society. He dwelt at some length upon the benefits of such an organization to the industry in general, and after presenting a tribute to the Society, introduced Mr. Farrell, vice-president of the Master Machine Tool Company, Manufacturers of the Master Projector. Mr. Farrell spoke of the men and the organization behind the Master Projector, and told of the enthusiasm that had characterized the company's efforts in introducing the new machine. He mentioned among other things the fact that leading cinema engineers had directed the design and construction of the new projector, and hoped that their efforts would in time prove a boon for the industry as a whole. Mr. Phelps, assistant to Mr. Kaufman, then made a few pertinent remarks in which he pointed out the possibilities of the Master Projector. He was succeeded by Mr. Baum of the B. & B. Company, New York, distributors of the new projector, who spoke of the plans which his organization had in preparation for the introduction of the Master Projector in New York State. Gives Demonstration of Machine. Mr. Brautigam of the Master Machine Tool Company followed Mr. Baum with a practical demonstration of the machine. He described in detail the component parts of the Master Projector, emphasinz the different units of equipment. He also laid stress on the economical advantages of the Master Projector, wherein he proved that the drives on the new machine were distinctly positive, thereby affecting its operations with an absolute minimum of wear and insuring a durable life to the entire mechanism. After the demonstration, a vote of thanks was given to Inter-Ocean Film Corporation by the president of the American Projector Society, who furthermore declared that the Society was in sympathy with any new product which meant for the improvement of motion picture projection. Louise Glaum Arrives on Coast. Louise Glaum arrived in Los Angeles on the evening of Friday, March S. Production is to commence soon on a new Glaum vehicle, the idea for which was purchased by J. Parker Read, Jr., and developed by Louis Joseph Vance in New York. A new director, whose name has not been divulged and who is well known in the stage world, has been named by Read to direct Louise Glaum in her new vehicle. Washington Congregation Will Worship in Theatre CO-OPERATION of the moving picture theatre and the church cannot but result in a spirit of more friendly feeling between the two forces. In temporary need of a home, the All Souls Church, Washington, D. C, has been provided with a place of worship by Harry M. Crandall, who has placed his Knickerbocker Theatre, at Eighteenth street and Columbia road, at the disposition of the congregation. Mr. Crandall's offer was accepted with deep appreciation by the church, and the first services will be held in the theatre within a few weeks. The theatre is large, located at a point touched by the cars of both traction companies, and has a large pipe organ. "It was a gracious and generous act of the board of directors of the Knickerbocker Theatre to tender to All Souls Church the use of the Knickerbocker Theatre for such period as may be necessary," declared the trustees of the church in expressing their thanks. "The appreciation of the congregation has been conveyed to the management of the Knickerbocker Theatre for this kindly provision for our needs. Centrally located, at the corner of Eighteenth street and Columbia road, with cars of both lines passing the door, with a large pipe organ, and with its many conveniences and comforts, the Knickerbocker Theatre will serve admirably as a temporary home for All Souls Church." Democracy Photoplay Company Reports Completion of Ten-Reel Screen Epic Richard C. Travis Sl^ed to star In United States Photoplay Corporation's feature, "Determination." DEMOCRACY," or "The Vision Restored," a powerful ten-reel screen drama, is in the final stages of completion under the direction of William Nigh at the Thomas A. Edison Studio in New York City, according to the announcement of Lee Francis Lybarger, president of the Democracy Photoplay Co. "Democracy" was conceived by Mr. Lybarger, who retired as president of the International Lyceum and Chautauqua Association of America to produce this thought drama. During the past fifteen years Mr. Lybarger has lectured in every state of the Union, inspiring millions of people with his lectures on democracy. Thoroughly conversant with this vital subject, he has peopled his theme with human characters who struggle amid the civilization of today. A notable feature of "Democracy" is this bigness of theme, which has been termed "a vivid dramatization of humanity's fight to justice, right and freedom." To assure the proper production of the thought drama, Mr. Lybarger engaged William Nigh, known as the director of Ambassador Gerard's "My Four Years in Germany." For the staging of the interior scenes Mr. Lybarger took a long lease on the big Thomas A. Edison Studio in the Bronx. Under his supervision, the studio was completely renovated to accommodate the producing forces of the Democracy Photoplay Company. Over $25,000 worth of new lighting equipment was installed fo guarantee perfect photography. Mr. Night himself plays the role nf David, a thinker, a man of high ideals, the representative of Democracy. Those, who recall his powerful portrayal of a somewhat similar character in "My Four Years in Germany," know his abilities as a dramatic actor. Leslie Auston is cast as David's brother, Jonathan, an autocrat. J. H. Gilmore, a veteran of the American stage, has the role of a money monarch. Maurine Powers plays the sympathetic character of a blind girl. Others are Albert Tavernier, Halbert W. Brown, Elsie De Wolfe and Charles W. Sutton. "Why Women Siri" Secured by Zierler for New York SAM ZIERLER, president of the Commonwealth Film Corporation, and who has the Equity franchise for New York territory, concluded a deal the early part of this week with Thomas de Vassey, secretary of the Wistaria Productions, Inc., and Jacques Kopfstein, sales manager, whereby he secures the exclusive rights for New York State and Northern New Jersey of "Why Women Sin." Mr. Zierler, commenting on his new purchase, made the following statement: "I was extremely gratified after I had been invited to view 'Why Women Sin,' to see such a high caliber production, made by a producing company so new in the field. The feature held my interest from the moment the first scene was flashed on the screen, and I sat entranced until 'The End.' The work of the cast was such as one could expect from so well balanced an organization of well known screen players. I intend to exploit 'Why Women Sin' as befits a production of the magnitude of the screen version of this internationally famous melodrama."