Indianapolis Times, Volume 36, Number 79, Indianapolis, Marion County, 9 August 1924 — Page 6

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TRULYSHATTUCK AND VERSATILE STEPPERS HERE Both Lyric and Palace Theaters Book Big Names on Bills. AILS of a Scotch bagpipe band are mingled with the en- __ tertainment that Rose Maura, a comedian with “six feet of personality,” offers in her dancing and singing revue at the Palace Theater the first half of next week. Miss Maura is said to be the tallest woman on the stage, but her size enhances her success rather than decreases it. With her are Herbert Webster, the famous comedian Peter Hasty and John Young, vocalists; Margaret and Wilhelma Miller, Anna Shaw, Cornelia McDonald and Eleanore Dunne, dancers. Others in the bill are; GOULD AND RASCH—Singers with the latest store of melodies, billed as "The Two-Man Quartette.” SHATTUCK AND O’NEIL—“Odd Moments in a Vodvil Way,” in which they sing and make merry with the audience in a carnival spirit. JOHNSON AND BEHAN—Comedy hat jugglers who feature a number of new feats along with a speedy line of chatter. One more act is left to be billed by the management, and one of a comedy nature is being sought. A youthful, peppy and jazzy orchestra under the management of William Borchers, is the feature for the last half of the week. This group of musicians has been selected from college orchestras all over the country'. John R. Gordon and his company of comedians are seen in their comedy sketch, “Broke,” which casts some new light on the money question. Lang and Haley indulge in fourteen minutes of “Foolishness,” in which bits of singing, whistling and chatter serve to bring out merriment. Alexander and Peggy are two black face funsters who give “African Chop Suey.” A fast dancing team is Joe and Jules Walton, who present their “Stepping Round” of waltz, eccentric, acrobatic and Russian dancing. ON THE SCREEN—'“Phe Daughter of the Storm,” with Priscilla Dean in the leading role, supported by Tom Santschi, William B. Davidson and Bert Ropch, is on view the first half, while BAty Compson in “Miami,” with Lawfbrd Davidson, Hedda Hopper and Benjamin F. Finney in the other roles, is the last half of the week feature.

BIG DANCING- ACT TOPS NEW LYRIC BILL Featured oi} next week's bill at th Lyric will be the Versatile Steppers, live all star terpischorean artists who were identified with a big Broadway revue last year, and who present an attractive assortment of acrobatic, toe, jazz and fancy dances, and Lieutenant Thetion, one of the world's greatest marksmen. Lieutenant Thetion is a French war hero. He was machine gun operator with Captain Guynemer, famous French ace on the memorable day when they brought down eleven enemy planes in less than six hours. His vaudeville exhibition is a novel one, displaying his skill with rifles and small arms, and it is made all the more realistic through the use of special effects and illuminated settings. . The bill will include; JOE HOLLAND AND CATHLEEN O’DEN—A pair of original fun makers presenting their own comedy concoction, “Ain't Nature Grand:” embracing songs, some smart patter and a very funny kissing number. ROXY LAROCC A—Talented young Italian musical artist known as the “Wizard of The Harp” who offers a brilliant program of melody hits. CAPPES FAMILY—A real family of stage favorites, all skilled farceurs, appearing in a hilarious comedy playlet, original in plot and replete with laughable situations. FENWICK GIRDS—A duo of charming vocal entertainers who have a resplendent harmony song divert! sment. LOUISE AND MlTCHELL—Versatile Belgian vaudevillians, singers, dancers, comedians and acrobats, a recent importation from European music halls. ON THE SCREEN—The latest episode of the “Fast Steppers" series, Kinograms and a comedy entitled “Dumb and Daffy.”

Columbia Burlesque Season Opens

“Where did they come from?” Is one of the most frequent queries people connected with a theater are asked about performers. Here is some inside information regarding some of the players in Lena Daley's Own Show, "Miss Tabasco,” which opens the Capital on Sunday afternoon. Miss Daley, star and producer of the attraction started on a circus lot with a one-ring show and before her sawdust career was over .saw herself programmed as the primer ballerino of the “big top” outfit. Later she was in musical offerings and has taken a whirl over the better vaudeville circuits. Eddie Shubert, chief comic, who imitates in manner (but not material) the work of Ed Wynn, is likewise a musical comedy recruit. Strange to say Shubert has seen Wynn work but a single time. Billy “Bumps” Mach was discovered by Lena Daley playitjg in many-times-daily vaudeville, so-called in the West and rescued from that field before he discovered that his talents as a singer and dancer were being buried. Spent the last seasons in Keith vaudeville. Then there is Martha White over whom critics have "raved.” Martha, too, is a musical comedy miss whose winging of “blues” ditties and her

NEXT WEEKS ■ ENTERTAINERS ON STAGE

No. I—Lena Daley, Indianapolis star, who will open her Columbia Wheel burlesque tour at the Capitol Sunday afternoon for a week's

Rounding Round Theaters With WALTER D. HICKMAN mHERE is no better time than the present for a peace con ference. My proposed peace conference is not the result~cf a battle, but difference of opinion of many people, all honest, regarding the pol icy and function of the Little Thea tre Society. The society got a bad start last season and not much oi a constructive nature was accomplished. The Little Theatre has cer tain definite functions to perform It must encourage playwriting by Indiana authors and must from time to time introduce us to their efforts of merit. It must present works of authors whose product does not reach the road, but are confined tc New York and other producing centers. It must bring us into contact with the worth-while movements of the stage, many of which can not with commercial profit b sent on tour. We must have plays for children. Those inclined toward acting on the stage should be able to look toward the Little Theatre and its director for support and encouragement and even training. There must be a broad spirit behind the Little Theatre movement. No one class of plays should predoml-

Keeping Cool ELIZABETH ABBOTT This is proof that they keep cool and good natured while swimming at Broad Ripple in the big pool. Here is Miss Abbott of Fifty-sixth and Central Ave., getting ready for a plunge.

faculty for “impressions” have already won her a fine Columbia Burlesque following. Charles V. Markett, the straight of the cast, w r as likewise in musical plays and Grace Fairchild, ingenue, and Rita and Dpris, the personable young dancers, are cabaret graduates. Oce Hamilton, known as “the fat comic,” has had some motion picture experience. Mile. Tyana, the German strong woman, whose feats of strength have been the marvel of two continents, has been in the variety work of Europe for some years. This is her initial American appearance.

Lytell to Play Chief Role The coveted role of the male lead with Barbara LaMarr in her first Sawyer-Lubin starring vehicle, “Sandra,” to be released by First National, has fallen to Bert Lytell. He was selected for the part after weeks spent in a careful search for just the right player. Arthur H. Sawyer, supervising director of the production, chose Mr. Lytell after considering more than fifteen screen stars for the role. His selection is an indication of the care with which “San dra” is being cast.

engagement in “Miss Tabasco.” No. 2—Truly Shattuck will be on next Monday's bill at Palace.

nate, I have outlined some of the chief duties of the Little Theater, but Indianapolis people who appreciate this movement have a duty—the duty of cooperating to the extent of providing a permanent home foi the society. Funds must be safe-guarded and the goal should be a Little Theatre home. Productions must not be too expensive. I am not putting the blame on anybody or any group for the inadequate accomplishments of real merit last season. But I do contend that all factions should forget any difference, put their shoulders to the wheel and give us a real Little Theatre product. It is only by such sincere cooperation that we will ever have a permanent home for the Little Theatre. It is also my conviction that George Somnes should be returned as director and guiding spirit of the society. Somnes has been tested. He has grown in the last few years. He is in position today to give the society the needed leadership. He should be given a free hand and complete cooperation. This is my suggestion. Take it or leave it. It is given In the spirit of cooperation and good will. * Phil Brown tells me that the Old Settlers will hold their annual picnic at Broad Ripple Park on Thursday, Aug. 14. Numerous events are planned. J. M. Johnson is in charge of the arrangements. In answer to numerous letters received this week asking me to give the opening dates of the legitimate season at English's and Murat, I must admit I do not know. Neither

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No. 3—The Fenwick Girls will be present at the Lyric all next week. No. 4—William V. Hull will be

Famous Rider to Be With Circus

• MAY WORTH

When Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus comes to Indianapolis for two performances on Tuesday. Aug. 26. May

has Nelson Trowbridge or A. F. Miller announced opening dates or attractions. Both admit that the season may not get jjnder way until the last of Septeimier and maybe

MOTION P |C TUR ES

among those present in “Common Clay” at English's beginning Sunday night.

Worth, famous rider, will be one of the chief features. The picture shows May with two of her famous white horses.

not until the first of October. The same with the Keith house. I have not heard a word regarding the opening of the Keith big time from RoTtare Eggleston.

DOROTHY DEVORE TO TAKE UP JOB OF SERIOUS WORK Screen Comedienne Will Give Up Her Funny Movie Roles, BY A. H. FREDERICK NEA Service Writer HOLLYWOOD, Cal., Aug. 9. Dorothy Devore, having firmly established herself as a leading screen corfiedienne, now deserts comedy for more serious pictures. “To get my sense of humoi back,” Is rtie way she explains It. Miss Devore, fresh from the triumph she scored in "Hold Your Breath,” a Christie feature wherein she proved herself a veritable feminine Harold Lloyd for wall scaling and similar hair-raising stunts, is making her first dramatic picture under directorship of Hugo Ballin for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Title of the picture is “The Prairie Wife,’*' and the male lead Is in the hands of Herbert Rawlinson. Miss Devore, in making the transition. follows in the footsteps of scores of the drama's leading lights, notably Marie Prevost, Gloria Swanson, Mae Busch and Betty Compson. That she hopes to follow them to their present triumphant heights, may be understood. “I suppose there comes a time in the career of comedians and comediennes when they feel at a standstill,'' she says. “I know that was the way with me. I felt that I had gone as high as possible In comedy work in ‘Hold Your Brdath’—both literally and figI wanted to try the more unlimited bounds of serious pictures. “And really I’m not joking -when I say that I almost had lost my sense of humor through comedy-making. “Whether it's the natural reaction —a swing of the pendulum, so to speak—or something else, I don’t know, but making comedies is a very very serious matter compared with the making of ‘serious pictures. As soon as cameras cease grinding on comedy lots there's somewhat of a funeral aspect. “The strain is greater, as comedies are largely a matter of improvisation, and much of the impromptu business, being displeasing to the director after being done, necessitates reshooting of the scene. Not very soothing to the nerves when the scene might call for bumps and bruises.'' "The Prairie Wife” is a story of character development, quite ample to test Miss Devore’s dramatic abilities. She is trusting In It to establish her In the more serious side of screen work, with added encouragement in Ballin’s enthusiasm at the ; qualities she has shown.

PICTURES 1 iftiJlLrl F ;• A Sensational Drama of the Crescent and the Cross, Relating the Romance of a Sheik’s Son and an American Girl, Against /' Backgrounds That Reflect the Glamorous Enchantment /y's F IN ALGERIA AND I AORUTHFULUAR* 1 ji * FOX NEWS WEEKLY Jfj

Pentecost Camp Meeting to Close Sunday at Salem Park

By THE VISITOR mHE Pentecost Bands which have been conducting a Bible camp meeting at Salem Park this summer, will close its meetings Sunday at the park. The program Sunday is as follows; 6 a. m., holiness meeting; 9:30 a. m., praise service; 10:30 a. m., the Rev. William Smith; 1:30 p. m, union Sunday school; 2:30 p. m., Evangelist J. H. Quann; 7:30 p. m.. Evangelist J. H. Quann. Monday the general conference of the Pentecost Bands will be held. • • “SUNSET DAY” TO BE OBSERVED SUNDAY In honor of the old folks. Sunset day will be observed Sunday at the Centraj Avenue M. E. Church, Central .Ave. and Twelfth St., both by the Sunday school and the church. Dr. Orien W. Fifer is pastor and F. C. Jordan is superintendent of the Sunday school. The programs will be as follows: 9:15 A. M. Son? — Shall be Showers o£ Blessing;.” Song—“ Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling." Solo—“In the Secret of His Presence ’ Mrs. C. A. Breece Lord's Prayer. Orchestra Response—“ Jesus, Lover of My Soul." Lesson Reading. Orchestra—“ Guide Me. O Thou Great Jehovah.” Lesson Study—Mrs. O. M. Pittenger and Mr. H. S. McMiehael. teachers. 10:00 A. M. Orchestra—“ Rock of Ages." Song—" Beulah Land." Solo—" The Lily of the Valley" Mrs C A Breece Address—" Growing Old Beautifully " Col. Will H. Brown Presentation of Silk Flags: To the Man and Woman who have been Members of Central Avenue Church longest period of time. To the Oldest Man and Woman present. Presentation of Flowers to all who are beyond 70. Orchestra—“ The Child of a King,” during the presentation. Prayer by Dr. Fifer. Orchestra— Guide Me. O Thou Great Jehovah.” A cordial invitation is extended to all, old folks of Indianapolis. Call Circle 5179, and the Sunday School will provide conveyance to and from the service. • • • REV. L. C. E. FACKLER of St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church will preach Sunday morning on “Careful Not Careless in Trying the Spirits That Come to Us.” The brotherhood will meet Tuesday night at the home of George Kaufmann, 926 W. Twenty-seventh St. The Ladles' Aid will meet Thursday at the home of Mrs. Charles Kendrick, 1819 Hoyt Ave. • • • REV. D. L. THOMAS has returned from his vacation and will speak Sunday morning at the Barth Place M. E. Chupch and at night at Garfield Park at 8 o’clock. * * * AS REV. PAUL W. EDDINGFIELD, pastor, is on a vacation there will be no preaching Sunday at the Broad Ripple Christian Church! Sunday school will be held in the grove. • • • FRED HOKE of the Holcomb &

SATURDAY, AUG. 9, 1924

Hoke Manufacturing Cos., will Sunday evening before the Epworth League at the Roberts Park M. B. Church. There will be special music. Services begin at 6:45 p. m. • • DR. M. B. HYDE of the Grace M. E. Church will speak Sunday morning on “The Crossed Hancts, a Prophecy’’ and at night on “The Gospel and the Human Will.” ** * • REV. HOMER DALE, pastor of the Hillside Christian Church, will preach Sunday morning on “The Battle of the Two Giants.” • * * REV. GUY V. HARTMAN will preach Sunday at the Hall Place M. E. Church on the following subjects; “The Supremacy of Christ” and “The Fruitage of Experience.” * * * REV. F. A. HAYWARD, executive secretary of the Federated Baptist Churches of Indianapolis, will preach morning and evening at the First Baptist Church of Ft. Wayne, Ind. * * REV. D. R. MACGREGOR, pastor at large of the Federated Baptist Churches of Indianapolis will supply the pulpit of the Rainbow Ridge Baptist Church, morning and evening Sunday. REV. GEORGE* DELBERT BILLESON of Columbus, Ohio, will preach at the Temple Baptist Church, corner of P'arkway and Fremont, Sunday morning and evening.^ ... J| REV. L. A. MANTLE, special stUP worker of the Federated Baptist Churches of Indianapolis, will preach at the Niconza Baptist Church, near Roan, Ind., Sunday morning and evening. ... , THE NINETY-EIGHTH ANNIVERSARY of the Indianapolis Baptist Association held with the Cumberland Baptist Church, will be Observed next Thursday and Friday at Cumberland. * * •' AT. ST. PAUL M. E. CHURCH, Dr. Frank L. Hovis will preach Sunday morning on “Leaving the Water Pets” and at night on “Hold Fast to the Good.” Prof. Archibald M. Hall will address the Other Fellows Bible class at 9:30 a. m. Sunday. ... THE REV. VERNON W. COUILLARD will preach on the subject, “A Great Delusion,” at the 11 o’clock service at the First Moravian Church, corner College Ave. and Twenty-Fifth St., and at 8 on the subject “Why Join the Church?” at the Community Moravian Church, corner Thirty-Fourth and Hovey Sts. Laemmle Finishes ‘Flower* Edward Laemmle, having finished “The Flower of Napoli” with Herbert Rawlinson and Madge Bellamy, has left v Universal City for Quebec to film scenes at the Shrine of St. Ann de Beaupre for Clarence Buddlngton Kelland’s Ladies’ Home Journal serial, “Miracle,” which will start in August.