Indianapolis Times, Volume 40, Number 83, Indianapolis, Marion County, 27 August 1928 — Page 7

ATTG. 27, 1928_

JACKIE IS NOW WEE BIT ADULT IN MIND Dad Coogan and Son Are Building Up a New Reputation ' These Days Instead of Trying to Live on Past Glory. BY WALTER D. HICKMAN A LAD of thirteen is an entirely different boy than when he was seven or eight yeais of age. Jackie Coogan made himself famous as a boy actor and as such he was a good actor. Jackie is now making a tour in person with his father in the larger movie theaters of the country. Their address for the curent week is the Circle Theater. Make up your mind to this fact that Jackie is not trying to live up to his “The Kid” days when he became famous with Charlie Chaplin. He tells you that he is grateful to that genius, Charlie Chaplin, who started him on his road to popularity as the most beloved “kid” actor that the screen has known. t

Jackie does not appear in old clothes but wears a nifty suit, a

sort of an English frock with a high hat. His dad has duplicated the same outfit. Jackie and his dad “kid” themselves about Jackie supporting his father for about eight years. “Dad” Coogan tells you in a wise manner that he was a pretty good dancer and proves that he is still that today. Then

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Jackie and his dad do a hoofing number together. Jackie recites a poem which is supposed to be tragic but turns out to be just a wisecracker. I felt that Jackie realizes that he is no longer the kid at thirteen that he was when he was seven. He gives you the impression that he is a seasoned actor who knows that baby talk is not artistry. He pulls none of that innocent baby stuff on his audience but seems anxious to give the impression that he is adult in mind. In other words, we have a growing Jackie Coogan who is not going to keep on telling you that he is the lad who made such a hit in “The Kid” some years ago. There will be many who will cry out loud that it is too bad that Jackie could not remain just a “kid” and. I think that “Dad” Coogan is mighty wise in not keeping his son any longer in the cradle. Jackie is entering the long pant era of his life and the elder Coogan is wise in making his son as adult as his changing years. Here is a smart act. No slapstick hokum, but just wise remarks done in a very modern stage-like way. I like the act and do not find fault with the adult showmanship way of Jackie.

The Coogans appear as the featured act in the stage show at the circle. Dick Powell has a corking good Spanish number and the dancing girls and a chief dancer have a splendid shawl number. This number is splendid, beautifully done. There are two athletes in ihe stage show; I forget their names, but they know their busines. They work with speed while doing some very amazing things. The feature picture is called “The News Parade.” It is different from the ordinary movie because it shows you what the news reel camera man has to go through before he becomes good and famous. Our hero, a wise go-getter of a camera novice, gets mixed up in a melodramatic mess while trying to photograph a rich old guy who wouldn’t stand for cameras of any kind. There is a lot of fun in this story and the dizzy shots from a high building give one the creeps. Unusual movie entertainment, this picture. * Ed Resener and the Circle Orchestra hkve a corking good overture made up of popular numbers. Resener’s arrangement and the way he introduces his musicians is splendidly worked out. st e SADIE SURE DID KNOW HER STATE STREET State Street Sadie may never become quite as famous as Lulu Belle, but Sadie sure did know her “oats.” to use a modern expression. You will meet “State Street Sadie” as played by Myrna Loy in a Vitaphone production. There is not

enough talking in this picture to damage it or to make it a debating society. Although Sadie’s name is in the title you will be as much interested in the boss of a bad gang as played by William Russell. Russell eats peanuts all the time and he stages a great gun battle with the cops before he hurls him-

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self to his death. Sadies really was a nice girl under another name before she became Sadie. Her dad was a copper and he was killed by gangsters. Conrad Nagel is cast as a shrewd young business man who returned to America in an effort to correct the wayward habits of his twin brother. Conrad arrives just as his brother kills himself in a gas-filled room. His brother was to be made the “goat” in the policeman’s killing. Conrad then takes his brother’s place in an effort to find the guilty party. The policeman’s daughter then becomes Sadie of State Street and goes forth to find the man who killed her dad. Os course a romance springs up between she and Conrad and we have a happy and cute ending to a picture that hands out many thrills. Miss Loy is at her best when all dressed up like a peacock on a vacation. Nagel is effective but the honors lor the best acting goes to William Russell, who does a magnificent job. Here is expert realism as applied to character work. I consider "State • Street Sadie” mighty effective theater. It tells a •ood yarn and it has corking good acting. There is some talking and the sound effects are good. The Vitanhone subjects include Arnheim’s * Ambassadors, Walter Weems in “The Two Doves” and William Demarest in “Papa’s Vacation.” Now at the Apollo. , ,

A STAGE PLAY BECOMES A PHOTOPLAY Having neven seen “Four Walls” as a stage play, I am unable to tell you whether the movie version approaches the merits of the stage production. I became interested ip “Four Walls” after my frend, Henry Behrens, saw it in Chicago during its

brief run. Behrens told me it was "too, good a type play! to last long.” Andj it didn’t on the stage. “Four Wall s”| concerns a young gangster who is I sent up for a killing. He really was the victim of a system. When he serves his time he comes home to mother, played by Vera Gordon, and to his good and

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honest sweetheart, played with charm by Carmel Myers. The young gangster is getting along on the straight road when “Monk,” a member of the gang, shows up and tells him that he has captured the gang as well as his sweetheart. John Gilbert is cast as the young gangster who served time. Os course, there is always the bad woman just around the corner, and she is played to dashingly cruel satisfaction ’by Joan Crawford. She sure shows up splendidly in this role. In fact, you will remember her as the cruel bad woman who took a lad away from a good gal. To my w r ay of thinking, Gilbert does not have the chance that he had in “Twelve Miles Out,” but he does give a good, legitimate performance of the young gangster who had a tough time in going straight. It is the unusual handling of the love of the bad woman and the love of the good one for the same man that commands attention. Gilbert proves that he can create a character along convincing lines when the theme is not romantic. I There is good acting on the part ! of the entire cast. The bill includes Lester Huff at the organ, “Alice in Hollywood,” and other events. Now at Loew’s Palace. a a a

GOOD BILL ON VIEW AT INDIANA Gary Cooper is one young fellow, who has proved that ability to ride a horse does not necessarily mean one has to remain a cow-puncher all his life. Some time back Cooper was confined to western pictures altogether, and then one of those lucky breaks happened, someone decided that the handsome young westerner would make a good sere \ lover of anew type. Gary has .ed a couple of chances now and seems to be measuring up to the hunch someone had on his loving ability. “The First Kiss,” Is a rather ineffectual title for this story and

does not do it justice. Such a title will appeal to a few, but these few 7 will be dissapointed in the picture they see. Instead of a sloppy array of sticky sentiment this story is a fine p i c t u r i zation of youth’s everlasting hope and optimism. Cooper and Fay Wray are well matched and both offer a splendid porformance. The story con-

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cerns an old southern family, which has run to seed to the extent that the present generation, instead of upholding the traditions of former years, has sunk to the low level of “poor white trash.” Cooper is cast as the # only ambitions one in a group* of four brothers, the remaining descendants of their once powerful family. The other three brothers have acquired the habits of their father and are worthless hangers-on, leaving all the work to Mulligan Talbot, played by Cooper. Mulligan, through the death of his father, decides to run the family himself and put new fire in the blood of his brothers. He is deeply in love with Anna Lee Marshall, played by Fay Wray, the daughter of one of the richest men in town. Anna Leeh as promised to marry him, but his chance of happiness must wait until his brothers have been taken care of. To get the money to pay for his brother’s schooling Mulligan becomes a famous river pirate, stealing just enough to keep his promise of education for the family. Eventually the brothers graduate with honors. Mulligan’s debt is paid. His next act is to sell the one thing left to him, the boat he has built for himself and Anna Lee. From the sale of this ship he makes enough to return all the money he has stolen. In doing this he is traced and caught, and finally brought into court to be tried as a thief. The story never lags and is intensely interesting all through. Cooper and Fay Wray make a strong appeal in their roles of two youthful lovers, w 7 ho have the patience to wait. It carries a lot of truth and is human. Mitzi Mayfair is the most appealing of the stage attractions this week. A slight wisp of feminity, she hi loads of the required personality to make people like her. She has several dance offerings and, during the show we witnessed, was called back for more and more. Maxine Haguitoa is liked most in

Verdict of the Movies INDIANA—Gary Cooper, with Fay Wray, in "The First Kiss,” has the chance and takes advantage of it, ot showing what an excellent loveij he can be when the occasion demands. CIRCLE—“Dad” Coogan proves that he is not going to let his son ' Jackie grow up in the wrong way on the stage. Jackie is standing on his own legs at the age of 13. LOEWS PALACE—An effort has been made to make a big dramatic picture out of “Four Wails,” which had the reputation of being a serious crook play. APOLLO—“State Street Sadie” is corking good entertainment. It will hold your interest. >

a number she does with Charlie Davis at the piano. She has a pleasing voice for not very heavy songs. Bob, Bob and Bobbie offer some comedy in a juggling act. The Dictators, a male quartet, and a mixed chorus of men and women make up the rest of the stage attraction along with Charlie Davis and his orchestra. Stuart Barrie is in his last week at the Indiana organ and will be succeeded by Dale Young, starting next week. On view at the Indiana.—(By J. T. H.) At English’s this week, the Convention City Post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars is presenting the movie, The Big Drive,” which is described as an authentic and complete history ot the World War. Other theaters today offer: Art Gillham at the Lyric, and “Step Lively Girls”, burlesque, at the Mutual.

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Failure to Pass Law May "Defeat Hoover. 0 till Tines Special WASHINGTON. Aug. 27.—Failure of Congress to reapportion membership of the House of Representatives may decide the presidential election this year. The presidency goes to the man who wins a majority of votes in the electoral college. And each State is represented in the electoral college on the basis of its numerical representation in Congress. If reapportionment had been made on the basis of the 19eo census at any time during the last ten I years, twelve electoral votes would have been taken from States no longer entitled to them and transferred to others. Twelve is a small part of the total of 531 votes in the electoral college, but the contest between Wilson and Hughes was set--1 tied by as small a number. ; The change, if it had been made, probably would have w’orked to the J advantage of Hoover. Three of the electoral votes transferred would have gone to California, and altogether eight of the twelve would ; have gone to States he has an ex- ; cellent chapcajff winning. G. 0. P. RALLY HELD 10,000 Attend State Outing at Crown Point. Hu Times Special CROWN POINT. Ind., Aug. 27. Ten thousand industrial workers ot the Calumet region and farmers of six counties in northwestern Indiana attended the Lake County Republican rally and outing at the fair ground here Sunday. Support for the State and national ticket was urged by Senators Smith W. Brookhart of lowa and Arthur R. Robinson of Indiana. Congressman Will R. Wood of Lafayette, Harry G. Leslie of Lafayette, nominee for Governor; State Chairman Elza O. Rogers and State candidates. TEAM IN POLO LEAD Eleventh Infantry Wins Series With Rolling-Ridge Club, j Through winning the third and deciding polo game of a series with the Rolling-Ridge Club Sunday at Ft. Harrison, the 11th Infantry team is today the outstanding polo team of this section. Gahies will be scheduled with the teams of the Louisville, Ky., Country Club and the 138th Field Artillery of the same place; and the 3rd Field Artillery team when it returns to Ft. Harrison from a road trip. DANISH BEAUTY ARRIVES Can’t Sing, Dance, Speak English; .Booked in Musical Show. Bu United Press HOBOKEN, N. J., Aug. 27.—Edith Jorgensen, 22, a bobbed haired blonde who cannot sing, dance or speak English, arrived here Sunday on the Scandanavian-American liner Hellig-Olav with a contract calling for her appearance for fifty weeks at S2OO a week in a Broadway musical show. She won a contest as “the most beautiful girl in Denmark.” BOYS’ DRESS ‘IMMORAL’ Bare Arms and Necks Banned by j Bishop. United Press DINARD, France, Aug. 27. —Convinced that bare-armed, barenecked boys are just as liable to corrupt public morals as barearmed, bare-necked, /hare-kneed girls, the bishop of the Saint Brieuc district has instructed the priests j in has charge to refuse entrance to the church.to boys who expose too much skin. Would you like to refurnish your bedroom at a small cost. See the bedroom suite offered in the Miscellaneous For Sale Want Ads of today/s Times,

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TEXAS DRY TO TAKE STUMP FOR SMITH Senator Sheppard Astonishes Leaders by Decision. It a Timi * Special t WASHINGTON. Aug. 27.—Reports from Texas that Senatoi Morris Sheppard intends to take the stump for A1 Smith were received here with surprise to'day. Although Sheppard is looked upon as a loyal Democrat and a strict party man, he is also considered one of the outstanding drys of Congress. The published reports say that Sheppard considers other issues oi more importance than the wet and dry question and that the Nation needs a Democratic President. Nab Bicycle Bootlegger It II United l‘n ss WASHINGTON, Aug. 27. Because William Rollins, Colored bicyclist, had three jars of beverage strapped about his waist when arrested, police will watch . other cyclists for bootleg rotundities. KONJOLA PRAISED AS REAL MEDICINE BY LOCAL PEOPLE Indianapolis Lady Restored to New Health When This Remedy Ended Stomach Trouble.

“The high praise this new KonI jola medicine is receiving from the j residents of Indianapolis and surj rounding communities is only what I expected,” said the Konjola Man the other day at the Hook Drug Store, Illinois and Washington Sts

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I where he is lnterviewii g the public ; and explaining the merits of Kon- | jola. “I predicted that when I came ! to Indianapolis that the citizens of i this city w'ould soon recognize the unusual ability of Konjola to relieve the common ailments such as stomach, liver and kidney troubles or rheumatism and neuritis. Now my predictions have come true because there is not a day that I don’t receive startling statements from people in Indianapolis telling of the relief they gained from health troubles thru the use of Konjola. As an example, the other day Mrs. Anna Kidwell, well-known local lady, living at 31 North Walcott Street, told the Konjola Man how this new compound benefited her. “After twenty years of suffering I can at last say that I have found relief from my miseries thru the use of Konjola,” said Mrs. Kidwell “It was the first medicine that has ever helped me and I feel that I owe it to this medicine to tell just what it has done for me. “My trouble w r as mainly caused bv the disordered condition of my stomach. Food always brought on such intense suffering that 7. really did not care to eat anything and then when I did force a few mouthfuls down they simply refused to digest A terrible amount of gas would form which caused considerable bloating and awful pains in the pit of my stomach. Along with this trouble I was forced to endure severe headaches which always nauseated me Quite often my health got into such a bad state that I had to remain in bed and when I was again able to get up it was no pleasure to me because I suffered constantly. “After following all kinds and manner of advice without the slightest relief I became very dis- | couraged and decided to follow my own inclinations. I tried one medicine after the other vithout any sign of benefit and had just 'about begun to think I would give up all hope when Konjola was brought to my attention. I bought a bottle, and although it did not completely re lieve -me I continued until 1 had finished the sscond bottle. Then j could see a very marked improvement. Now I have completed the treatment and this medicine certainly worked miracles upon my system and health. It has done more than all the other medicine 7 and treatments, and so I naturally I feel that I should give it my testi monial. Konjola ended every trace! of stomach trouble, headaches, indigestion, gas bloating and that tired feeling. I can truthfully say that my health is in perfect condition and I can not praise Konjola high enough as it is the most wonderful medicine on the drug store shelf today.” The Kohjola Man is at Hook * Drug Store, Illinois and Washington Streets, Indianapolis, where he is daily meeting the Dubllc and introducing and explaining the merits of this remedy. Konjola is sold in every drug store in this section and by all the leading druggists throughout this vicinity.—Advertise* paent, I 2

GEN.BULLARD SPEAKS BEFORE INDIANA LEGION State Convention Formally Opened Today at Lafayette. 81l Times Special LAFAYETTE. Ind., Aug. 27. Gen. R. L. Bullard, U. S. A., was the speaker at the first formal meeting of the American Legion, Indiana department, here today. Sessions preliminary to the annual State convention opened Saturday, including a meeting of the Forty and Eight, the legion’s frolic and honor organization. The women’s auxiliary to the legion is also in session. In rifle matches held at the National Guard range near Frankfort Sunday, the team ot Irvington post No. 38. Indianapolis, easily won first honors. The team was composed of Corbett Meeks, Joseph Young, Merschel Sowders, James Terry and Laymon T. Clark. S*rah Jane Hellicker, Terre Haute, I a brunette girl with unbobbed hair, won the Legion beauty contest. De- j spite her old-fashion hair style Miss Hellicker arrived here in modern j fashion, making the trip from Terre! Haute by airplane. _ A committee on rules and perma-1

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Esmonde O’Brien, (right) veteran fire fighter of New York City, will send the next two years trying to keep warm. He resigned from the fire department to join the Byrd Anarctic expedition as assistant engineer aboard the base ship, City of New York. Here he is shown with his fireman buddy, William Constans. nent organization for the convention is announced as follows by Commander Frank T. McHale, Logansport, there being a member from each congressional district: First, Dewey Green, Princeton; Second, Ed Wenley, Vincennes; Third, P. A. Wenige, Jeffersonville; Fourth, Arthur Lemmon, Greensourg; Fifth, Harry Fitch, Terre Haute; Sixth, Dr. Charles M. Gibbs, Greenfield; Seventh, Lloyd D. Claycombe, Indianapolis; Eighth, Paul Graham, Decatur; Ninth, Forest E. Livengood, Covington; Tenth, William Malczewski, Gary; Eleventh, C. N. Griffith, Huntington; Twelfth, Calvin Kain, Auburn; Thirteenth, Jay Rensberger, Goshen.

FRANCE BOOSTS SCHOOL GROWTH Vast Extension Mapped Out by Herriot. /'y/ United Puss PARIS, Aug. 27.—France is about to- embark upon a vast program of educational extension. This is largely due to the persistence of the present minister of education and fine arts, M. Edouard Herriot. Inspired by the initial success of the Cite University, which soon will provide quarters for the students of nearly a score of nations, he has seen the possibility of giving France a unique position in the intellectual world. The next French parliament will be asked, M. Herriot has informed his colleagues, to vote credits for the extension of the Cite Universitaire movement to the provincial universities. In addition, more extensive interchange of professors with foreign universities and awarding of scholarships for study abroad are to be arranged. Offices are to be established in the principal countries to give information concerning the curriculum of French universities and colleges. No less important is the ministry’s decision to create special lyceums or high schools for foreign youths intending to spend a year or two in France and possibly continue their studies at the Sorbonne or

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