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MAIL CAMPAIGN
Letter Suggested for the Exploitation of “SECRET SERVICE”
1919
Dear Miss Roberts:
Sh ! Hist I A spy I In the American Army — his name is Lewis Dumont, posing as a Captain!!!
"U B SURE 2 C SORT SRVCE. Y? I B-leeve IT 2 B A GRATE FILLUM! "Monsieur X, No. 76, S.S."
Upon receipt of this mysterious message our code experts deciphered the system and we followed directions. Needless to say, we cannot divulge information of national importance. We followed the the tip, however, and, knowing your staunch patriotism, desire to confer with you as to the necessary action in this case.
We are able to say that Captain Dumont's real name is Major Robert Warwick, and that he is involved in a thrilling plot with Wanda Hawley. How do we know? Why, by seeing the play, "Secret Service," written by William Gillette and now a new Paramount -Art craft special.
Upon viewing this extraordinary picture you will immediately realize how Captain Dumont's machinations in the Confederate telegraph office (imperiled the whole city of Richmond. But he was a Union spy — and a pretty girl loved him — and altogether it seemed best to postpone hasty judgment until you have seen the picture yourself when it comes here from to.
As for the code message, call at the box office when you come to see "Secret Service" and we'll tell you what it means.
Sincerely yours.
Manager
POST CARDS ON “SECRET SERVICE”
Exhibitors will be wise to mail at least one of these Postals to their patrons
1919
Dear Miss Roberts:
"Secret Service" is the title and subject of the new Paramount Artcraft special, with Major Robert Warwick, which is here today.
The story is based on the play by William Gillette, dealing with a Union spy who nearly caused the capture of the Confederate army in Richmond, and who DID succeed in winning a Southern beauty. It is not only a thriller, but a real drama.
Sincerely yours.
Manager
. .1919
Dear Miss Roberts:
A new Paramount-Art craft special named "Secret Service" will come here on .......... This
will let you know in time to make plans to see this wonderful picture as produced with Major Robert Warwick and Wanda Hawley.
The plot is based on William Gillette's famous play and makes a remarkably fine motion picture.
Sincerely yours.
Manager
If Letter will not serve, use one of the Post Cards. IT WILL PAY!
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