Pictures and the Picturegoer (Jan-Dec 1924)

62 Pictures and Pic turnover NOVEMBER 1924 ^Viofa Dana -Ccor>oe Bakej*<s> '' &nueeGtttu»i'ns> S. D. (Gateshead:on-lyne).— (1) The dates given in " Picturegoers' Guide " refer to releases in the London district only. Pictures are very often shown in the Provinces some time before London audiences see them — and vice versa. Ponica (Manchester). — Glad to make your acquaintance, Ponica. (1) The littlfi girl who played the part of the niece in Gentle Julia was Mary Arthur. (2) Mae Marsh's next release will be Arabella. (3) I'll do my best to get you a photo of Lionel Barrymore, sometime. Babs (Walsall). — Letter forwarded to Reginald Denny. (1) Ramon Novarro born Feb. 6th, 1899, in Mexico. His real name is Saminiegos. (2) Ivor Novello will film " The Rat " after the play has ended its run, but he has not chosen the cast yet. (3) There is no truth in the rumour that Gladys Cooper and Ivor Novello are engaged. P. L. (Grimsby). — Letter forwarded to Lillian Rich. Don't mention it ! Denys (Blairgowrie). — Thanks for thanks ! (1) Clive Brook and Flora le Breton were the hero and heroine of Through Fire and Water. (2) Anna Q. Nilsson is married to John M. Gunnerson. (3) Anna was born in Ystad, Sweden, but she doesn't publish the date. (4) There may be another Kinematograph Garden Party next year, but I can't say for certain. (5) " Faults " Competition is quite genuine. Your two example", may be printed in due course. Yes, I know I am a blessing and a boon to mankind. A Lancashire Lass (Lancashire). — (1) Letter forwarded. (2) Lewis Stone's real name is Lewis Stone. (3) The Lost World is Lewis Stone's last completed picture, and he's now at work on Fashions For Men. Ramonan George (Shrewsbury). — Thanks for bouquet. I admire your colour scheme. (1) Ramon Novarro isn't married yet, so there's no need for you to get any madder. D. I. M. M. (Bournemouth).— Letters forwarded. (1) Rex Ingram is neither dead nor ill, he is still film making despite rumours. Lover of Old Favourites (Rochester). — (1) George Beban made a film called The Sign of the Rose, adapted from the one-act play ot that name. (2) George Beban, Jnr., is not acting in films now. H. A. T. I. (Barnc--). — Letter forwarded to Ramon Novarro Lily (Hampste; \) —I'm a wonderful man altogether, Lily. (1) Address Alia Nazimova c/o United Studios, Hollywood, California. (2) Aileen Pringle was horn in San Francisco, California about 26 years ago. She is the wife of the Governor of Jamaica. Gwynne (London). — I wouldn't "squash" you for worlds, Gwynne. (1) Of course I'll forward your letter to Agnes Ayres. (2) Quite a lot of film stars read their own fan letters, although they have to keep secretaries to answer most of them. Olive (Bristol). — Letter forwarded. Glad you like your " Carols " prize. Jimsey (New Southgate).— (1) Dinky Dean made his film debut in The Pilgrim with Charlie Chaplin. (2) Lon Chaney is certainly not a Chinaman, but an American of Italian origin. An art plate of him appeared in October 1922 PICTUREGOER, and an illustrated interview in Aueust 1922 issue. Glad to hear I rank with Tom Meighan in your affections. A. H. (Amersham). — Letter forwarded to Rudolph. Job had nothing on me when it comes to patience. Dorothy (Sheffield).— (1) I'll do my best to get an interview with your favourite, Fay Compton, later on. One appeared in April 1922 PICTUREGOER. obtainable at our Publishing Dept. (2) Some of Fav Compton's films to date are An Old IF ire's Tale, A Bill of Divorcement, The House of Peril. Diana of the Crossways, Mary Queen of Scots. This Freedom, Claude Duval and The Eleventh Commandment. The latter isn't released yet. (3) Gloria Swanson has been married twice and Barbara La Marr six times. (4) Barbara La Marr wore her own hair in Thy Name is Woman. Negri Fax (Surrey). — Have forwarded your letter to Pola Negri. I think she would send you an autographed photo if you ask nicely. Want to Know (London). — You're not alone in your affliction. (1) Trv Famous Lasky. 166—170, Wardour Street, W.l. for stills from The Ten Commandments. Sorry, no casts given in these pages now. Bright Eves (Letchworth). — (1) Letter to Lois Wilson forwarded on arrival. (2) Most stars answer their fan mail, so you may hope for a reply. Marion (Bruton).— (1) Address Colleen Moore c/o United Studios, Hollywood, California. (2) Yes, her birthday is August 1st. (3) No description of me, Marion — I couldn't do myself justice! Glad to hear that I've taken such a good ilace in your youthful heart. Country Girl (From the country. I ;uiH>ose?) — (1) I know of several ' sorailed " Schools for Kinema Acting." My ulvice to you is — have nothing to do with any of them. Beryl (Bristol). — Letter forwarded. Pip (Brixton). — Glad I appear to be a brilliant young man. (1) The lady had been married before but not the gentleman. (2) Xorman Kerry is a bachelor to date. (3) So far as I know Rex Davis is on tour with " The Borstal Boy " sketch. Carrots (Bristol). — (1) You may breathe again. Ramon Novarro isn't married or even engaged, to date. (2) Pearl White's address is c/o Eclair Studios, Paris, France. (3) Ramon's eyes are brown. D. B. (London). — Letter forwarded. Thanks for good wishes. 2X— 3Y (Northumberland).— If forwarding letters were the main characteristics of an angel, I should have been supplied with my halo and harp long ago. I've forwarded jours. Ivor's Admirer (London). — I'm sorry I sound such an ogre that you have to " screw up your courage " before writing to me. (1) Ivor Novello's address is 11, Aldwych, W.C.2. (2) He will probably send you a photo if you ask. (3) Nothing has been settled yet about the filming of The Rat. (4) It isn't likely that any of Ivor's films will be re-issued just now. Valerie (Wanstead). — (1) Your favourite, Guy Newall, hasn't been in the limelight very much just lately because he has been doing very little film work. He has been writing a book, " Husband Love," which will be published this year. (2) What the Butler Saic is his latest film. (3) He's married to Ivy Duke. (4) Write to him c/o these offices, and I'll see that the letter is forwarded. (5) Guy was born May 25th, 1885. He's 5ft. llins. in height. E J. S. (London). — Write to Ivor Novello for a signed photo at 11, Aldwvch Strand, W.C.2. Maid of Kent (Essex). — Hope you've heard from Ramon by now. (1) I'll try my persausive powers on the Editor for another interview with Ramon Novarro later on. (2) We always have at least two pages of British Studio Gossip in PICTUREGOER. Peggy (South Africa1). — (1) Wallace Reid's films are too numerous to relate, but some of them arc : — The Birth of a Nation, Carmen. Joan the ll'oinan. You're Fired. The Love Burglar, Excuse my Dust, The Dancin' Fool. Sick Abed, Always Audacious, The Charm School, The Love Special. Too Much Speed. The Prodigal Knight, and Clarence. (2) Ivor Novello and Gladys Cooper are neither engaged or married so far as I know. (3) Neither is Lois Wilson engaged to Richard Dix. (4) My face is a strictly private affair, and not to be gazed upon by the masses. Adollphe (Redditch). — You win. Where do I come in? (1) Betty Compson was