Universal Weekly (1920, 1923-27)

■ k. 8 ■ - 40 Universal Weekly august 2, 1924 “K — THE UNKNOWN” Universal Jewel Starring VIRGINIA VALLI with PERCY MARMONT SIDNEY PAGE, glorious in the beauty and charm of young womanhood, awoke one day to the dazzling realization that she was the object of the alfection of two mature men. Masculine affection was nothing new to her: from her schooldays she had been courted by two youths of her own age, and she had been considered the belle of the small city where she lived. “K” Le Moyne, quiet, distinguished, mysterious, his presence in the city a mystery, intrigued her. Dr. Max Wilson, recently come to assume direction of the new hospital, swept her off her balance by the swiftness of his wooing. Herself studying to be a nurse, she came in close contact with him, even as she had with Le Moyne, who was a boarder in the home of the aunt with whom she lived. It was her interest in Le Moyne that was responsible for her breaking off sentimental association with two youths of her school days, “Slim” Benson and Joe Drummond. Slim” did not take his conge much to heart, although he and Joe had engaged in fierce quarrels concerning their position in the regards of Sidney, but Joe was deeply affected; in time he was to do an act of desperation that had vital consequence in the lives of Sidney, Le Moyne, Dr. Wilson and Carlotta Harrison, who had come with Dr. Wilson to the hospital as his special nurse. The complications that came into the lives of these men and women brought tragedy in their wake —also they brought happiness to two and the sad penalty of mourning over cold ashes of vengeance for another. “THE IRON MAN” Universal Chapter Play Starring ALBERTINI No. 11 — “The Betrayal” THE bullet is deflected by the roll of bills in Arline’s bosom, and her life is spared. In the ensuing melee, the lights go out and Arline is spirited away by Despard and Mimi. The Weasel — he has reformed and joined forces with Paul — with his new ally, trails them to the office of the King of the Underworld, where he overhears Despard reveal Arline’s hiding-place. Paul stays to regain the jewels, while the Weasel hastens to ’phone Dick. Detected by Despard, Paul is captured and locked in a closet. Paul manages to turn the tables on his guard and escapes. Meanwhile John Graham orders Mimi and the alleged attorney to get out of his house when they demand the inheritance, which is due his ward that day. Dick, in answer to the Weasel’s ’phone-call, arrives at the dock just as Arline is being shanghaied in a launch chartered by Despard. He jumps into the launch and, after a short struggle, is overpowered. Paul and the Weasel commandeer another launch and set out in pursuit. Both launches try to do the impossible, and in seeking to race through a rock-strewn channel at low tide, crash, and their boilers explode. “CAPTAIN FEARLESS” Universal Jewel Starring REGINALD DENNY DIN DRISCOLL, a young Southerner, whose grandparents fought for the Confederacy in the Civil War, is made unconscious by a blow on the head from a cane wielded in argument by his grandfather. While in the land of dreams he lives through a series of hair-raising experiences, many of them of a humorous nature, despite the danger that constantly threatens. He imagines that he is a young officer of the just surrendered Confederate Army and is in Mexico for the purpose of offering the services of himself and others to the Emperor Maximilian, who is well along with the rebellion that ended so tragically. In this vivid sub-conscious experience, Din finds those, in real life, he considered his friends, bent upon accomplishing his disaster — and death, to the effect that when he comes back to consciousness he has a surprise in store for those assembled in his home at a dinner party, and particularly for the young woman toward whom, heretofore, his feelings were a puzzle even to himself. “THE IRON MAN” Universal Chapter Play Starring ALBERTINI No. 12— “Flames of Fate” DICK manages to rescue Arline, but she is recaptured by the gang. Later, Paul and the Weasel assist Dick to get her back, hiding her in a lighthouse. The hiding-place is stormed by Despard’s accomplices, who overpower Paul and the Weasel. Despard’s men pursue Dick and Arline to the high balcony atop the lighthouse, where the latter are cornered, their backs to the frail railing. Paul and the Weasel extricate themselves from their bonds and climb to Arline’s perilous perch. An overturned lamp ignites a pile of explosives, and Arline, Dick, Paul, the Weasel, Despard and his men are hurled into the air by the force of the explosion. “THE TROUBLE FIXER” Two-Reel Century Comedy Starring WANDA WILEY WANDA and Hubby, off on their honeymoon, accidentally “kidnap” their friends’ baby, but after a long chase it is finally recovered by the anxious parents. Arriving in California, they start housekeeping under a tent and, incidentally, difficulties. Wanda poses as the wife of their neighbor to help him out with his father, who thinks he’s married. When her own parents arrive, she has to rustle up a baby to pass off as her own. In the ensuing complications Wanda has to pass herself off as twins, appear in two places simultaneously, and pacify an irate mother, whose baby she unceremoniously commandeered . . . but everything ends happily. International News No. 60 Colombes Stadium, Paris, France — World’s records shattered as American athletes again capture the Olympic title. Santa Barbara Reserve, Cal. — Rich timberlands swept by great forest fires. Interesting personalities in the film spotlight: Paris, France — Ramsay MacDonald, English Prime Minister, meets Edouard Herriot, new French Premier, to discuss Dawes Reparation Plan. Washington, D. C. — Mrs. “Fighting Bob” La Follette prepares to help her husband battle for the Presidency. London , England — King George of England greets Prince Tafari, ruler of Abyssinia. Lincoln, Neb. — Gov. Charles W. Bryan, Democratic candidate for VicePresident, gets a great welcome home from his townfolk. Seattle, Wash. — Film tid-bits from the animal world. "No Bobbed Hair” Ordered by Julian ( Concluded from Page 10) they try to grow their hair in the next two months — it will be at least that time before we are ready to cast. So I’ve kept all promising applicants on the list and am awaiting results.” Construction has started on the big sets for the new picture. A complete reproduction of the Paris Opera is under way, and reproductions of the Paris catacombs and other locales will start shortly. The preliminary script has been completed for the picture by Elliott Clawson, and Robert Ross and Julian are at work on various scene details. Ben Carre, noted scenic artist, is consulting with Julian on special effects he will handle for the play.