Indianapolis Times, Volume 43, Number 125, Indianapolis, Marion County, 3 October 1931 — Page 6

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‘BLOSSOM TIME’ WILL OPEN NEW SEASON AT ENGLISH’S

William Powell Has Lead in Warner Brothers’ ‘The Road to Singapore,' Which Opens Today for the Week at the Apollo Theater. POWELL comes to the Apollo screen today for the first * “ time in Warner Brothers’ romantic drama of the tropics, “The Road to Singapore." The production is the first in which Powell has appeared since going to the Warner Brothers fold. The story concerns the accusations cast against Hugh Dawltry, connecting him with amorous love affairs with the wife of one of Khota’s socially prominent families of wealth. Powell has the role of Dawltrv and ms predicament was caused by a woman who wanted a divorce and useci him as a tool in order to get the decree. The supporting cast includes (

Marian Marsh and Louis Calhern. Alfred E. Green directed. The film opens with Dawltry returning to Khota by boat, undauntf’d by the notorious affairs for which he is accused. During the voyage, Dawltry tried unsuccessfully to interest Philippa Crosby, who is to marry Dr. George March in Khota. When they land in a rainstorm, Dawltry tricks her into going to his bungalow. Philippa marries Dr. March, but life becomes so boring and monotonous, that she and Rene, her husband's sister, invite Dawltry to the latter's birthday dinner, without Dr. March’s knowledge. Dawltry again tries to make love, and Philippa almost responds, but does not. Dr. March is called to Colombo and Philippa joins Da’wltry at his bungalow. Dr. March returns unexpected and finds his wife in the arms of her lover. The series of events that follow lead to the great climax of the picture. The last episode of the Bobby Jones golf series entitled, "A Complete Round of Golf,” is included on the program. an tt TARKINGTON MOVIE NOW AT THE CIRCLE The screen version of the Hoosier author, Booth Tarkington’s, “Penrod and Sam,” is being offered as the main film feature during the current week at the Circle. The story has to deal with, as readers of the original story will remember, a boy of 12, Penrod Schofield. It hinges around an Exclusive Club titled the "In Or In” lodge of which Penrod is Grand Mogul of the most select. Although Herman and Verman, twins of color, are brothers in the lodge, neither George Bassett nor Rodney Bitts are allowed near the place—the “place” being the boxboard club house on the vacant lot next to Penrod’s home. George is barred because he is much, much too nice. Rodney is unwanted because he is a bully, and the son of the richest man in town. The picture opens with Penrod, as Usual, finally getting out of school after having been kept in for an extra half-hour. Sam, his pal, is waiting for him. On their way home they meet Marjorie, the lady of their respective eyes. But today they are a bit hurt by Marjorie. She has little Georgie Bassett with her. Sam and Penrod hasten to their clubhouse shack and, with their gang, think up more ways to annoy Georgie. That night at home Penrod has to compose a letter to be read the next day at school. Instead of doing so, however, he plays with his dog Duke until after bedtime. The next morning in a panic, he grabs from the desk of his sister Margaret a letter she had been writing. At school Penrod gets up to read the letter and finds it to be a very ardent love letter, and in spite of his writhing and groaning his teacher forces him to continue it to the end. From then on Penrod has to endure the taunts and jibes of his classmates. In addition to this, ho and Sam “fall out" as the result of an argument as to which one of them will take Marjorie to a party. Climaxing all his troubles, Penrod doses his dog and has a generally miserable time. However, everything ends happily. Leon Janney, as Penrod; Junior Coghlan, as Sam; Billy Lord, Nestor Aber, Margaret Marquis, James Robinson, Matt Moore and Dorothy Peterson are chief among the cast of "Penrod and Sam.” A variety supplementary program concludes the entertainment. a a a NEW BANKHEAD MOVIE AT INDIANA Tallulah Bankhead, popular stage and screen star, the favorite of Lon-

rUAI I All 4 DAYS COM. WED. tftbUdil NITE, OCT. 14 MATINEES THURSDAY AND SATURDAY THE GLORIOUS WORLD-SUCCESS BI9SS9M MAT. Vlk JB 11 MAT. thurs. faj BE j9kJER HI sat. t iirar 't si.oo ■■ I mmm $1.50 THE LOVELIEST OPERETTA OF OUR TIMES SPECIAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA YOU CAN SEE THIS WORLD-FAMED OPERETTA FOR THE PRICE OF A MOVIE Mall Orders Now. Evenings: 52.50, $2.00, $1.50, SI.OO, 75e, 50c.

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don, when .she sprang to public I notice in the stellar role of “Tarnished Lady,” is said to have scored another screen “hit” in the social drama “My Sin.” This picture with Miss Bankhead and Fredric March as co-stars, is the feature of the Indiana theater screen during the current week. In the story of “My Sin” a marriage is proposed. Then the burning question is presented, "Should a woman w’ith a discreditable past reveal her secret to her prespective husband before marriage or keep it, hoping that it will never-be revealed?” In discussing this question among friends at the time the picture was being filmed, Tallulah gave her opinion, and also made some surprising observations on marriage. Yes,’ said Tallulah, “the truth should be told, however discreditable. Absolute truth and candor between both parties is the only basis on which to form a happy marriage. I don't mean that a woman should reveal her inmost thoughts to' fiance or husband, in fact men like to do a little psychological exploring into the minds of the women they love. They are just looking for reactions—not answers.” Supporting the co-stars of “My Sin are stage favorites including Harry Davenport. Jay Fassett, Scott Kolk, Lily Cahill and Margaret Adams. Added entertainment on the Indiana's program is furnished by a comedy featuring Ned Sparks, several novelty reels and the weekly news feature. a a tt EDDIE CANTOR TOPS PALACE CAST Even less serious than usual Eddie Cantor employs his accustomed bland nonsense in his newest Samuel Goldwyn production, “Palmy Days,” which begins a week’s engagement at Loew’s Palace today. The famous star of many “Follies” and of “Whoopee,” his first talking musical extravaganza is seen in the most elaborate entertainment effort of his career. Where his first picture “Whoopee” was adapted from a stage show, “Palmy Days,” was made expressly for pictures. “Palmy Days,” is one of those nonsensical tales In which Cantor is given full scope for his laughproducing abilities. He is seen as the unwilling assistant of an unscrupulous magician who is trying to fleece the owner of a large baking company. Eddie is sent to effect the dirty work, but when he falls in love with the owner’s daughter things take on another complexion. Besides Cantor other famous comedians taking part in the festivities are Charlotte Greenwood and Walter Catlett. Barbara Weeks, Samuel Goldwyn’s newest discovery, plays the leading feminine role. The supplementary program of shorter subjects includes the Hearst Metrotone news, as well as other features of unusual merit. tt a "SALVATION NELL” NOW AT THE OHIO “Salvation Nell,” the stage play by F. B. Sheldon, in which Mrs. Fiske enjoyed the greatest success of her career, has been adapted to the screen- under the personal direction of James Cruze and is currently showing at the Ohio. “Salvation Nell” is a human document of love and pathos. It depicts the battle of a girl to hold the man | she loves. She gives this man her love, her money, herself and demands nothing in return. When he is finally sent to prison as the result of a brawl and she is left alone, she turns to religion. A comedy, “Crashing Reno,” with Daphne Pollard, and a news reel i furnish supplementary entertain- ' ment.

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I—Yvonne Gall will appear in recital under the Nancy Martens banner at English’s on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 29. 2.—The Page Sisters are with Billy Kelly on the new variety bill opening today at the Lyric.

1— Leon Janney plays one of the leading children roles in Penrod and Sam” now at the Circle. 2 William Powell seems satisfied if not happy in this scene from “The Road to Singapore,” opening today at the Apollo. 3 Eddie Cantor is doing some dunking in this scene from “Palmy Days,” opening today at the Palace.

Brennan Booked on the Roof Giant Director to Open Engagement in This City. MORREY BRENNAN and his orchestra come to the Indiana roof ballroom tonight to replace Goldkette’s Biaginni orchestra. Brennan, known as the “Giant of Jazz” because of his mammoth proportions, measures 6 feet 7 inches in his stocking feet. He first achieved fame on the Keith circuit, where he presented his own songs in a comedy sketch and was billed as “Kupie” Brennan. Later the jazz giant spent three years in Chicago working as master of ceremonies in the Balaba and Katz theaters of that city. He holds the record for the longest run as master of ceremonies in Michigan theater, Detroit. The band boasts a trio, plays MOTION PICTURES

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dance rhythm that is sweet and hot, and is directed by Brennan, who offers a remarkable brand of comedy. Hank Yates, drummer with the Brennan orchestra, is also an entertainer. His small stature offers a direct and amusing, contrast to Brennan’s 6 feet 7 inches. Will Feature Charles Deal is now on between Columbia and Charles Bickford for latter to take featured spot in three or four pictures during next year. - Bickford signed for one, “Men in Her Life,” while deal for series is being lined up. She Gets a Contract Virginia Bruce, 17-year-old ingenue, gets term contract at MGM. Girl played in pictures up to a year ago, then went east for Ziegfeid. MGM intends to build her into featured player.

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3.—Eugene Goossens will conduct the Cincinnati Symphony orchestra when Airs. Nancy Martens presents it at English’s, Monday, Nov. 9. 4—Kathryn Reece will be the Mitzi when “Blossom Time” comes to English's for four days beginning Wednesday, Oct. 14.

4 Tallulah Bankhead has the lead in “My Sin,” now at the Indiana. 5 John Wayne and Laura La Plante in a scene from “Arizona,” opening today on the screen at the Lyric. 6 Helen Chandler has the lead in “Salvation Nell,” now showing at the Ohio.

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Vicki Baum returns to Europe in two w'eeks, after an unsuccessful struggle to deliver satisfactory original to Paramount for Chevalier. The writer was brought to Hollywood by Paramount several months ago, with contract to write one original and option for more. There will be no option exercised. On her return to Europe, Miss Baum will endeavor to prepare an original story that will get okay of the studio execs. Two Favorites in Cast John Boles and Mae Clarke have been added to the cast of “Frankenstein” at Universal, James Whale directing. Rehearsal start Monday.

AMUSEMENTS 1 HHk * M If BRING THE KIDDIES TO SEE THIS SHOW —THEY ’ I„L I.OVE IT |p|y|^4 ll 'Ivp" j PT^QngwSt^ttyTj How much can a woman hate the man she loves? Here is a \/>\* I] Hk Y &|H Ij ■-< heart-throbbing story of a ILL..-.. A J A woman scorned . , with action- * thrills of gridiron and Army BILLY KELLEY and II Posts. * * Mk PA sis^^ (bn bUUKIv i,a L p™nte LUBIN-LARRY & ANDRE JOHN in *‘Ah*U Show You.’* " ”" E <nsS* Wtk' SARGENT & LEWIS JUNE W, _ _ in ‘ Oh. Madam'* W* 4Sr iP DAVE VINE SHOWING 7 ; ‘'lmpression* of Himself" -£-} fM# 2 GUS THALEROS’ 25 rireus of 4-Footed Star*. ,”v I '• 00l) stAls ssa ’* 2 ® 35c ]

■ ANNUAL ANNOUNCEMENT--—-MARTENS CONCERTS, Inc. Last Week Season Ticket Sale Season Ticket Prices-*8 Concerts: $22.30, $19.00, $15.20, $11.40, $7.60 FOUR EVENING SUBSCRIBED CONCERTS Season Prices: 512.00, SIO.OO, SB.OO, 56.00, 54.00 ENGLISH THEATRE MONDAY EVENING. NOVEMBER NINTH CINCINNATI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA EUGENE GOOSSENS. Conductor THURSDAY EVENING. JANUARY FOURTEENTH LONDON STRING QUARTETTE Ethel Bartlett. Rae Robertson. Two Pianos THURSDAY EVENING. FEBRUARY TWENTY-FIFTH JOSE ITURBI, Spanish Pianist Sensational Pianist of Present Day. First Indianapolis Appearance MONDAY EVENING. MARCH FOURTEENTH ROSA PONSELLE, Dramatic Soprano Prima Donna of Metropolitan Opera Company. First Indianapolis Appearance FOUR SUNDAY AFTERNOON CONCERTS Season Prices: $12.00, SIO.OO, SB.OO, $6.00, $4.00 OCTOBER TWEN TY - FIF Tll FRITZ KREISLER, World Supreme Violinist NOVEMBER FIFTEENTH SERGE RACHMANINOFF World’s Famous Composer-Pianist NOVKMBER T W ENTY - NINT H YVONNE GALL, Soprano Prima Donna, French Opera, Paris First Indianapolis Appearance JANUARY SEVENTEENTH .DON COSSACK, Russian Male Chorus MAIL ORDERS—33 MONUMENT CIRCLE—LI. 8921

To Make Three Movies Frank Borzage and Fox have gotten together on anew contract for anew term, said to include three pictures. The first on the new ticket will be “Salomy Jane” with Janet Gaynor in the star part.

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Billy KeNy, Assisted by Peggy and Polly Page, Will Present ‘Taking the Heir’ as the Headline Attraction at the Lyric. THE outstanding thing about “Blossom Time,” the operetta coming to the English opera house for four days beginning Wednesday night, Oct. 14. with matinees Thursday and Saturday, is. of course, its fascinating undying songs and otivr motifs from the master harmonies of the great composer, Franz Schubert. The scenes convey a good idea of the old Vienna in the poised and gracious days of 1826. There is no lack of gaiety and comical situations are plentifully interspersed with the poignant love story in the foreground.

Not the least of “Blossom Time’s’’ many attractions lie in the costuming, which is not only beautiful but quite accurate to the period of 1826 and to the city of Vienna, in which the scenes are laid. The company embraces: Kathryn Reece, J. Charles Gilbert, Joseph Wilkins, Manila Powers, Robert Lee Allen, Joseph Lertora, Lucius Metz, Marie Maher, Marie Starner, Robert O’Connor, Tom Thompson, Harry Rabke, Sallie Stembler, Millie Freeman, Louise Baer, Trueman Gaige, Charles Leonard and James Gordon Selwood. a a KELLY TOPS BILL AT THE LYRIC TODAY Billy Kelly, well-known in the musical comedy field, and a movie version of the stage play, “Arizona,” top the new bill opening today at the Lyric. Kelly will offer a miniature muical comedy called “Taking the Heir.” His supporting cast includes Peggy and Polly Page, Edith Haran and Geraldine Wood. Bob Ripa, announced as Denmark's juggling genius, is another important item on the bill. Lubin, Larry and Andre are a trio of funmakers. Dave Devine, comedian, and two other acts complete the vaudeville part of the bill. “Arizona,” the feature picture presentation, was one of the most popular and successful stage plays of its day. Columbia Pictures have

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transferred it to the talking screen in a modern form. The play is the work of Augustas Thomas. The following cast interprets roles in the screen play—Laura LaPlante, John Wayne, June Clyde in the leads, and Nena Quartaro, Forrest Stanley. Loretta Sayers and Susan Fleming in the supporting roles. “Arizona” is a drama of love and honor, played against an everchanging background of life in the western army posts and on the field of gridiron sports. The plot is propelled by a woman whose love has been scorned and who, in her quest for revenge, entangles the lives and loves of her sister, her husband and a former lover. *

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