Moving Picture World (Sep 1916)

1810 THE MOVING PICTURE WORLD September 16, 1916 M The Motion Picture Exhibitor mm^ ^-'■■■: .■-■,':: , . ,' ■lliillllCrTTTTIfT][lll(lHNlll:: ■ ■ ■.,.■ .^ ,..:...:. :;■:■ . ■ :' : ::.. .!...■: ' m!' ! .■ . ■ '■ ':: :, MINNESOTA EXHIBITORS MEET. Attend Luncheon at Hotel West, Minneapolis, to Talk Over Trade Policies. ABOUT fifty members of the Minnesota branch of the Motion Picture Exhibitors' League and of the Motion Picture Exhibitors' Association of the Northwest assembled at the West Hotel, Minneapolis, Monday, August 26, to be guests of the M. P. A. N. W. at a mid-day luncheon and to attend a meeting later in the day. The luncheon was free. The meeting did much to instill into the exhibitors a fighting spirit very necessary at this time. Thomas Furniss, Duluth, who could have been the president of the national league if he had desired the honor, was the chief speaker at the meeting. Mr. Furniss in plain, simple English explained the policies and hopes of the newly organized National Association of the Motion Picture Industry and urged the support of all Minnesota exhibitors. Mr. Furniss explained the Kitchin bill and told of the work being done to stop its passage in Congress, praised Mr. Elliott, the secretary of the new association, and gave credit to Messrs. Brady, Zukor, Irwin, Ochs, Hamburger and others prominet in the affairs of the new association to date. Following Mr. Furniss' speech I. Ruben, of the firm of Ruben & Finkelstein, Minnesota's largest exhibitors, gave a short talk full of spicy remarks which left an impression upon the minds of those assembled. Mr. Ruben made a strong plea for co-operation and stated that no unjust legislation or anything els~e could be fought unless the exhibitors fought as one organization instead of as individuals. Mr. Ruben and Mr. Furniss were both given several rounds of applause. Theodore L. Hays, well known Twin City theatrical manager, also spoke. President J. G. Gilosky, of the Northwest Association, presided at the meeting. The action of the operators' union, of the censors and stage employees was also discussed at length. Secretary William Koenig, of the Northwest Association, had charge of the arrangements for the luncheon. About one-third of those who attended the meeting and luncheon were from outside of the Twin Cities. TO EXHIBITORS OF THE MARITIME PROVINCES. Call for Meeting to Be Held on September 16 at Halifax. St. John, N. B., August 24, 1916. Dear Sir: — During the week of August 12 a very enjoyable and highly profitable gathering, representing motion picture interests, was held in this city, more in the nature of a welcome to F. H. Richardson of the Motion Picture World. As an outcome of that gathering, the idea of thorough organization was presented and crystallized in committees, the undersigned representing New Brunswick, others being appointed for Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. The idea of this letter is to bring before the New Brunswick fraternity the advisability for all who can possibly attend a return gathering to be held in Halifax, September 16 (Fair Week), to do so. It is the intention at this meeting to effect, if possible, a three-province association, for the protection and better direction of the industry as represented in the Maritime Provinces. _ Since more than half a million of money is invested in motion picture real estate in this territory, and hundreds of men are earning a livelihood out of this new form of entertainment, since indeed it is a big industry, we feel that those engaged in it should stand unitedly. As a community of people, as a "vote" we are strong enough to demand a careful hearing when unfair impositions are brought forward by legislative bodies. Furthermore, oppressive censorship, the caprice of officials, and numerous impositions have been forced on us in the past that were not accorded other businesses, all of which make it imperative that we demand more consideration. The best way to get this recognition is by organization, "in unity there is strength." If we can show the legislators that we are striving to do the right thing, that our business is not the gold mine many of them think it is, that we are entitled to all the protection that a right thinking government can throw around us, then we will dispel the many undesirable impressions members of Parliament have regarding our interests. It is to further the above that we must get together. The larger cities are already quite clear from the old time idea of the "movie" game, but smaller places still suffer from it. And then again, if when oppressive legislation is proposed, we send a competent committee of motion picture men to the seat of government, to explain our case, we do so as a united body, ready to cast our votes and the influences of our curtains and theaters into our cause. At this Halifax meeting the operators will probably also hold an organization session, and more than likely make an effort to get into the international union. The exchange men will probably hold a separate meeting. So altogether we look for some genuinely good benefits frorr. this movement just launched. TRY AND HAVE YOUR HOUSE REPRESENTED in some way. The Halifax boys promise us a good time, and it is about the proper moment for those" interested in the motion picture business to understand one another better, and get into more co-operative harness. Yours for Organization, WALTER H. GOLDING, Chairman for N. B. P. S.— Please advise the Secretary at your earliest convenience if we can plan on your attendance at the Halifax meeting. STEVE C. HURLEY, Secretary. . P. O. Box 388. SELIG SUBJECTS ON GENERAL FILM. William N. Selig announces some unusually excellent dramas to be released in regular service of General Film Company. "In the House of the Chief" is a three-part Diamond Special featuring Eugenie Besserer, known as "The Ellen Terry" of the movies and who is supported by a cast of players that includes Vivian Reed, Charles West, Sidney Smith and Al W. Filson. The drama was produced by T. N. Hcffron from the story by I. K. Friedman. "In the House of the Chief" is a thrilling drama of the underworld, and will be released Monday, October 2. "The Canbyhill Outlaws" is a Tom Mix drama of western life released Saturday, October 7. "The Temptation of Adam" is a three-reel drama featuring Kathlyn Williams and an all-star cast. It is an unusual story in every detail, abounding in exciting climaxes and intense action. Miss Williams is at her best in this drama, which, produced by Al Green, presents beautiful scenic effects. "A Mistake in Rustlers" is a thrilling western dramatic production with Tom Mix performing many of his most hazardous exploits. MISS BRADY IN "THE GILDED CAGE." Alice Brady had eight hours' respite between her last scene in "The Gilded Cage" and her first in "Bought and Paid For," upon which she is diligently engaged in the star role at present, yet it was not so much of a respite at that. The final touch upon "The Gilded Cage" was effected at just midnight, and the call for Miss Brady and the other members of the "Bought and Paid For" cast was up for ^he next morning at eight. "The great feature of a motion picture star's life," said Miss Brady as she entered the studio the next morning, "is that it is so restful."