Indianapolis Times, Volume 39, Number 76, Indianapolis, Marion County, 6 August 1927 — Page 8

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RICHARD DIX WILL HAVE CHIEF ROLE IN “MAN POWER”

Patsy Ruth Miller and Glenn Tryon Have Leading Roles in 'Painting the Town’-at the Apollo All Next Week, Starting Sunday Afternoon, Richard Dix will have the chief role in “Man Power” at the Indiana all next week. Sharing honors with the Dix movie will be a Publix presentation, “A Mural Painting,” staged by Frank Cambria. “Man Power” takes place in a small town. It deals with the adventures of a former Tank Corps officer down on his luck, who gets a job into which he puts his heart because the daughter of the president of is the girl he loves. Throughout there is a strong vein of comedy.

All those who like to see their movie stars do he-man things and battle real odds will enthuse over Dix’s work in this one. He gets as much heavy action as he did in “The Quarterback” and “Knockout Reilly.” Mary Brian is once again her sweet self. As the peppy daughter of Dix’s employer she is said to show anew mastery of comedy technique In addition to the same arch coquetry that stirred so much enthusiasm in “Knockout Reilly.” The strong supporting cast includes Philip Strange, Charles Hill Mailes, Charles Clary and George Irving. “A Mural Painting” again shows the masterful setting and lighting of Frank Cambria. It is probably one of the most brilliant and spectacular of all the presentations yet shown at the cool Indiana. The story is allegorical in character and depicts the age old struggle of right and wrong. The cast of eighteen vocalists and dancers is headed by Miriam Lax, operatic soprano, who has been an outstanding figure in concert work in New York for some time past, and for the last three years has been, leading soloist at the Rivoli and Paramount theaters. Avo Bombarger, tenor, formerly soloist at the Capitol, New York, and well known to radio audience for his work over the different “networks,” and Carl Bitterl and Simeon Jurist, bassos. The act “Rushia” employs the entire personnel of the orchestra and a grouping of a dozen singers and dancers who interpret “Marche Slav,” “The Volga Boatmen’s Song,” “Katinka” and “Sonya.” The overture is called “The Old Folks at Home” a novel grouping of the better known folks songs arranged by Stolarevsky and played under his direction by the' Indiana Symphonic orchestra. Harold Ramsay will give an organ solo. The Indiana News and other select reels complete the program. UNIVERSAL COMEDY DUE AT THE APOLLO “Painting the Town,” Universal’s big special comedy production which will be presented at the Apollo next week, is a merry tale of New York life in which the hero is a wisecracking “hick” from a small town and the heroine a “Follies” beauty. Patsy Ruth Miller and Glenn Tryon have the leading roles. Miss Miller is the sophisticated show girl, Patsey DeVeau, and Tryon is cast as Hector Whitmore, the country youth who harbors ambitions of being a second Thomas A. Edison and who falls in love with beauteous Miss DeVeau. Hector and Patsey meet as the result of an automobile adventure which the girl has in company with Raymond Tyson, a millionaire ad-

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mirer who dotes on speed. The youth endeavors to impress Patsey with his inventions, which range from an explosive cigar to a “wonder car” which Hector asserts will do 150 miles an hour and stop within two car lengths. Patsey invites him to visit her and he is not slow in responding to the invitation. Tyson considers Hector a boob, but believes that his “wonder car” is a good thing. Once Hector brings it to the metropolis, Tyson concocts a scheme to defraud him of it. Many exciting, hilarious episodes develop throughout the action, especially with Heotor essaying the role of the “life of the party” at affairs along Broadway. The climax contains a surprise punch supplied by the fair Patsey and none of those concerned are more surprised than Hector himself. “Painting the Town” was screened under the direction of William James Craft from an original story by Harry O. Hoyt. Miss Miller and Tryon are supported by George Fawcett, Charles Gerard, Sidney Bracey, Monte Collins and Max Asher. The Apollo program will contain a Hal Roach comedy, “Why Girls Love,” the Fox News Weekly, Jack Tilson, singing the latest song hits, organ novelties by Earl Gordon and

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Galen Gough, who claims to be the strongest man in the world, comes to Riverside Park Sunday and all next week as a free attraction and will perform a number of feats of strength on the elevated stage in the center of the park. The climax of the act is reached when Gough allows a large truck to be driven over his prostrate body.

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musical entertainment by the Apollo Merry Makers. FAMOUS ORCHESTRA BOOKED AT CIRCLE Paul Specht and his recording orchestra and “Captain Salvation,” the mighty story of the sea with Lars Hanson, Ernest Torrence and Pauline Starks in the principal roles share the leading positions on the bill at the Circle theater the week of Aug. 7. Paul Specht, and his orchestra, come to the Circle direct from their European triumphs. Specht will present his own' invention “Rhythmic Symphonic Syncopation,” anew form of musical expression. Thd Georgians, popular recording artists, Lou Calabrese, featured banjo and trumpet soloist and Johnny Morris, singing drummer, are special attractions Specht presents in conjunction with his orchestra, essentially one of the finest now touring. “Captain Salvation,” is a moving thrilling tale of the sea, of bloodthirsty brigands of the high seas and and the clipper ships in which they ravaged the peaceful coasts. Anson Campbell is a sailor who goes to sea in spite of the wishes of his parents and his sweetheart. Following a terrific storm he rescues a woman whose unsavory reputation throws him in a bad light and he nurses her back to health. Finding that he has been ostracized by

He Now Sings William Harrigan, wellknown legitimate star, lately seen in Eugene O’Neill’s “Great God Brown,” has brought to Keith-Albee vaudveille anew act introducing an attractive list of songs made famous by his father, Ned Harrigan of Harrigan and Hart. Such songs as “Maggie Murphy’s Home,” “The Mulligan Guards,” “Paddy Duffy’s Cart,” were enthusiastically received by the packed audiences at the New York Palace.

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No. I—LLars Hanson and Sam De Grasse have dramatic roles in “Captain Salvation” at the Circle next week. No. 3—Patsy Ruth Miller has a comedy role in “Painting the Town” at the Apollo, starting Sunday afternoon. No. 3—Sally O’Neil and Charles

his neighbors Anson returns to sea, aboard a prison ship with the woman he rescued. The captain, a murderous ruffian, her. In a brawl with the captain, Anson is thrown into irons, and later the girl follows him when she stabs the captain. When an opportunity presents itself for Anson to escape from the ship’s hold, he rushes out and pitches the captain overboard. Thrilling events follow one another in rapid succession thereafter. COMEDY FILM QUE AT THE OHIO Sally O’Neil supported by a notable cast of fun makers will be seen in “Frisco Sally Levy” a MetroGoldwyn Mayer production which is heralded as being one of the year’s best comedies, at the Ohio Theater next week. Miss O’Neil will be remembered for her liveiv and pleasing work in “Slide, Kelly, Slide,” the baseball picture which played at the Ohio some weeks ago. Her first notable picture from which she leaped to stardom, however, was "Mike.” It is said that ii: “Frisco Sally O’Neil” Miss O'Neil is as hoydemsh, tomboyish and captivating as ever but stiil has the capability of intense emotion which she is said to demonstrate in several scenes in the picture. The cast supporting Miss O’Neil includes Roy D’Arcy in the featured supporting role, Kate Price, Charles Delaney and Tenen Holtz.

You’ll simply JjtfSU f/y[Q j■l f H flflfll I howl at this (& | joyous comedy! SALLY O’NEIL ROY D’ARCYJ^ f,isc<jg ipp Here is a medley of Irish wit, Jewish humor, and heart-warming appeal that belongs to no race or creed! The quaintest, funniest story of love and / light-hearted adventure you’ve ever roared at I HAL ROACH COMEDY—WITH LOVE AND HISSES” RUTH NOLLER—ORGANOLOGUE

Delaney as they appear in “Frisco Sally Levy” at the Ohio all next week. No. 4—Art Acord will be seen in “Spurs and Saddles” at the Isis the first half of next week. 6 No. s—Richard Dix in “Man Power” will be the chief event at the Indiana, beginning Sunday. '

The story is one concerning a Jewish-Irish family. Miss O’Neil is the daughter of a Jewish father While her mother is as Irish as “Patsy's pig.” To make matters more complicated she falls in love with two men. One is a wealthy Jewish broker, the other an Irish cop. It is then that it is said the fun begins. The story is built around the method in which the family irns out its difficulties. The picture program will be rounded out with another comedy featuring Hal Roach. It is titled “With Love and Hisses." A first run Pathe news reel will also be shown. NEW MOVIES BOOKED AT ISIS “Spurs and Saddles” a melodrama of the old time lawless West starring Art Acord will be shown at the Isis the first half of next week. Acord has the role of Jack Marley, pioneer western trail blazer, scout and Indian fighter who falls in love with a pretty girl who had been forced into disreputable dance hall life by a mysterious character who kept locked within his breast the secret that he was her father. Jack determines to rescue the girl, Mildred Orth, and is quickly involved in a series of harrowing adventures. Acord’s dog “Pal” and " “Buddy” have much to do in the picture. In the cast are .uy tutjf, J. Uordon Russell a C. E. Anderson. “A Campus Romeo”

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will be the comedy feature. Fred Humes is starred in ’’Range Courage” a unique comedy drama which will be presented Thursday and the rest of the week together with a comedy and other short subjects. “Range Courage” deals with the adventures of an Eastern tenderfoot who want to be initiated into the hardships of ranch life. He finds himself pitted against the ranch boss for the love of a charming girl, discovers that he has to fight to maintain his self respect and finally engages in a hectic oattle with a professional prize fighter. This scrap reveals a surprising angle to the plot. The story is the wo?k of Gene Markey. Hume’s support includes William A. Steele, Robert H. Homan, Arthur Millett, Monte Montague and Connie Lorra.

*The Lily David Belasco has helped Nance O'Neil throughout in the preparation of a one-act version of “The Lily” for vaudeville in which the drama star will headline. The condensation of the Belasco hit has been very carefully made. It moves with speed, is packed with incident and characterization and moves with speed. It is offered as a proof that it is possible to write a complete, logical and effective story in the spac® of a vaudeville sketch. Miss O'Neil will be supported by Alfred Hickman, Leslie Harris and Bettie Linley. The Blanchards present the star in vaudeville.

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Keith-Albee Plans for Fall

What promises o be vaudeville’s banner year will open up with the fall of 1927. Twenty new theaters, the first being the magnificent B. F. Keith Memorial Theater in Boston. will be ready for the KeithAlbee and closely allied circuits. Twelve of these new houses will be located in Greater New York. With other houses returned from a picture policy to vaudeville and the enlargement of theUwo-a-day circuit with programs like those of the New York Palace and the E. F. Albee in Brooklyn, some thirty odd weeks will be added „to the time that can be given to performers. Most of the npw houses are of large capacity, suitable for the combined vaudeville and picture policy. But the two-a-day route will be extended and connected up by the use of intimate theaters. To meet the demand for a larger number of headliners which this extension of time will cause, many acts are being recruited from the stars of the legitimate stage. E. V. Darling, the Keith-Albee chief booker, now in Europe, expects to send across a number of outstanding foreign novelties. The tie-up of the KeithAlbee and Orpheum circuits with the Pathe and De Mille producing corporations will insure a constant supply of splendid pictures for the cinema end of three-a-day proprams. The outlook for patrons of vaudeville has never been quite as good, it is claimed.

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AUG. 6, 1927 1

Swimmers to Contest for Titles A, A, U. Swimming Meet to Be Held Soon at Broad Ripple, A number of specla lattractions are being arranged to be given in conjunction with the A. A. U. swimming meet, which will be held in the pool at Broad Ripple Park Aug. 16-17-18 among them a series of lessons on rescuing and the care of drowning persons. These will be given in the pool on the big rest platform in front of the grandstand, the first two evenings of the meet by the American Red Cross Life Saving corps. The special features for the last evening, to be given between events in the pool, will be the bathing beauty contest and fashion parade in front of the grandstand on an elevated stage. Local business firms are asked to enter one or more of their young lady employes In these events. Cash prizes and other inducemnts await the prize winners. The Judges will be picked from professional men and women of Indianapolis and S3OO will be distributed to the winners the first In the bathing beauty contest, and first in the fashion parade to receive SIOO each. The stage on which the events will be staged will be lavishly decorated and will be brilliantly lighted by huge Cahil flood lights. An orchestra w'ill dispense music for young women as they pass in view of the judges. Circus seats will be placed around the entire pool to accommodate the huge crowd that is expected to attend the meet and special features. Last season crowds completely swamped the grandstand and extra seats so this precaution is being taken so that ample seating facilities will be had. The management of the park announces a joint outing of residents of Boone and Henrdicks counties will be held at the park tomorrow. It is estimated that ten thousand persons will attend the affair which is the first outing of its kind to bo held in any local park. Elaborate programs have been arranged fbr the affair by committees representing the two different counties. Esther to Glorify Stenographer Esther Ralston will glorify the American stenographer in her \ new Paramount starring picture, “Heaven Help the Working Girl.” Richard Arles is in the role of the young business man and Ford Sterling plays the tired one.