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Arizona republican., 1921-12-15
BABE RUTH |S 1T
 THE STRAND TODAY
 IN 'HEAD|N' HOME

"Babe" Ruth-the colossus of the swat-the holder of all records of home run hitting-idol of millions of Americans comes to the Strand today to start three days engagement in "Headin' Home"
 This is the picture which has at tracted no end of favorable comment from magazines, editorial writers, and athletic circles-the production which Tex Rickard recently screened at Madison Square Garden in New York to over 100000 people in a weeks engagement.
 The story of :'Headin' Home" is interesting from many angles. In the first place, one will have the oppor- tunity for seeing the baby grand in action on the Polo Grounds in New York-where thousands of pairs of eyes are watching him-and thou sands of threats are cheering him His home run hitting will be seen at close range. But more-the picture itself is one of the deepest appeal a simple story of simple folks in simple village-the life story of a lad who was summed by his towns people-who made good in spite of every obstacle-an American story for Americans-a story that will please the classes as well as the
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15

brought to the dance. Another prize of five dollars will be awarded the lady costumed as the best big kid and a similar prize for the gentle man. And the toys thus collected will be turned over to the Salvation Army to be distributed by them to the poor kiddies who will be with out Christmas cheer on the day of all days if help is not received from the generosity of Phoenix citizens. There are many kiddies in town who have tired of some of their toys think of the good they will do the little poor brothers to whom a toy is an unknown commodity. Think of the cheer this will bring to the little hearts on Christmas morning and think of the good the Salvation Army will be able to do with them and all the time - the donaters will be treated to an evening of as clean and as fine enjoyment and amuse- ment as will be offered anywhere. The dance will be conducted next Tuesday evening-and it promises to be one of the biggest events from every angle the Frolic has yet con ducted. Dig up the toys-start to dress the dolls-take them all to the Frolic next Wednesday evening-the big kid dance-enjoy yourself to the utmost-and at the same time do your bit'' towards bringing the Christmas cheer to the little lonely hearts which the Salvation Army will soothe on Christmas day.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15

masses-a picture treat for every lover of clean entertainment, be he baseball enthusiast or not. for Head in Home"-while the starring picture of the greatest celebrity in baseball circles is not a baseball story in that it is simply a motion picture thrown together to exploit Babe"
 For "Babe" was an actor long be- fore he joined the American league. He toured the Keith and Orpheum vaudeville circuits--he has appeared in several dramatic productions and comes by his screen presence through actual association with the stage where he developed no mean histrionic ability.
 The sponsors of the film have ac- complished two fold achievement they have provided a wonder picture in appeal and humannesS-they have offered the opportunity for seeing the man known better than any man in America-a opportunity that would be denied millions were 1t not for the great art of the silent drama.
 ''Headin' Home will be screened for the three days announced at, no advance in prices, and there will be a special kiddies three cent matinee Saturday afternoon of the engage ment. Coupons for this matinee will be printed in the Friday papers.
 The management is urging attend anec during the matinee screenings.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15
TOBY'S QUARTETTE IS MAKING BIC HIT
 AT THE AMERICAN

Toby and his quartette made a distinct impression with the patrons of The American last night. This popular bunch of entertainers added to the already popular American Mu- sical Revue, has made the American the most talked of amusement place in Phoenix. A great big snappy mu- sical revue put on at just the right intervals of the dancing is the thing that the Phoenix playgoer has been wanting for some time; the proof Of its popularity is the capacity crowds Every one of the acts is a headliner and could be featured alone, but such a combination of real entertainers as George Rants, Marie Rich. Flor ence Midgley, the Snyder Sisters, male quartette. together with that "peppy'' and attractive chorus in he very latest smart, chic and clean cos ume creations. it looks more like two dollar show than a musical revue at a dance club.
 Take a tip and see this wonderful entertainment while you. have a chance, for there was never before anything like it in America offered at the price. Two full entertainments each night. Phone 4146 for reserva- tions.
 '"Toby' is coming back to the Elks theater on Saturday matinee and night in the fascinating rural comedy drama, "The Clodhopper." Toby is getting acquainted with the patrons of the American during the engage ment of May Robson at the Elks, and he is making a host of friends who will be glad to see him back on the legitimate stage Thursday.
 If you haven't seen "Toby" you are missing one of the most popular stage characters of the day. During his short stay he has made the Elks the ater ring laughter and applause as it never did before. He has a wonder fuI personality, a decidedly novel and new makeup" and a line of droll humor that is distinctly original and appealing. Toby has been sur rounded by a very evenly balanced company by Claman and Bronson and the plays are of the wholesome, ap- pealing kind.
 "The Clodhopper" will be repeated
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15
NOTES FROM CLASS AND CAMPUS
 OF PHOENIX UNION HIGH SCHOOL

Phoenix Union high school girls volleybau team completely outclassed the Tempe Normal girls last We'd nesday evening, winning two straight games. The game was played on the home grounds, with about 200 root CTS. In the first game the score was 15-3 and the second one was 15-4. There will be a return game with Tempe on its home grounds next Tuesday.
 Do not forget to bring 50 cents or your minstrel ticket with you today, so you will be able to wear a Coyote tag. If you have already obtained our tickets, just present them to the first person that asks you to buy a ticket and he will give you a tag, so you will not be bothered any more. If you forget you will be tormented all day with statesmen, for Phoenix high is going to be 100 per cent for the minstrel and prove its loyalty to the public by wearing tags.
 Coach Heidenreich has announced his intentions of starting track in the early part of January. Consid- ering all the men who will be back from last years squad and with sev- eral new men from other schools who will be out this year. indications all point to a. successful season.
 The boys in the glee club this year. under the direction of MT. Lehigh. have organized a club that makes 1t worth while to be a member. They have taken part in several programs and are taking an important part in the military minstrel. After Christ mas there will be a member cam- paign launched and it is hoped that many other boys will come in.
 Miss F. Campbells third hour Spanish class gave program yester-
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15
THE TRUTH ABOUT HUSBANDS OPENS
 AT R|ALTO TODAY

The Rialto offers for today and to- morrow "The Truth About Illus hands, the screen adaptation of Sir Arthur Wing -Pinero's noted drama, The Profligate," conceded one of the most clever satires this brilliant au- thor has ever constructed
 Many dramas have been construct ed blaming the wife: here's one that takes up the gauntlet in defense of sibility for much of the unhappiness directly at the door of the husband, and then proves the stand through some of the most tense situations and
 some of the most bold strokes of dramatic vigor that have reached the
 screen in many day.
 May McAvoy is starred in the pro duction, supported by many of the most prominent players on the First
 National list of talent, and by many
 of the best informed authorities on
 screen value, it is considered her most important contribution to the silent art.
 "The Truth About Husbands" i states three definite theories; first. that man is not born to marriage but achieves that condition as a sort Of | graduation from earlier false ideals; second, that most male animals learn | the lesson or IlIe -DelOTe IHdTIIdSS, and that always someone has to pay | for the experience; and third, that many a man after marriage is con- l fronted with the problem of saving | his wife from a menace which he himself created during the days of bachelorhood. It is daring and bold l in it's every scene, is brilliant and | 'meaty' in the titles and drastic in
 the discussion. "The Truth About | Husbands will rank as one of the most unusual of screen productions.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15
4The suffraoettesn al Ramona

"The Suffragettes" showing at the Ramona for the balance of the week, opened yesterday to very satisfactory houses both matinee and evening and kept the audience in a continual up- roar with the sparkling comedy lines and really big time vaudeville num- bers which are spr1nkled throughout this latest musical comedy vehicle. which the Broadway Girls company have selected for their week end of fering. New musical bills recently secured from the East will be pro- duced each week during the balance of the season by the popular Broad way Girls company. The company consists of Is people and big feature orchestra. It comprises a strong actor cast capable of presenting the best musical successes. with a com plement of beautiful girls, including scubrette, ingenue. prima donna and character artists as well as a shapely and bewitching chorus of six clever dancing girls. Irene Castle heads the picture program for today in one of the popular Paramount successes, An Amateur Wife" Miss Castle has had many screen triumphs during her starring career, but none which has occasioned more favorable comment than An Amateur Wife" A good Jwo-reel Western from the Universal studios, starring Art Acord, completes the bill.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15

day in the junior-senior study hall |. All other third hour Spanish classes were invited. The program was very successful. At the close of the pro- gram Mir. Dykes sang La Paloma" and La Golondrina" The following students took part in the program: Mildred Merrill, Austa Johnson Helen Beck, Aida Johnson. Robert Moore. Geraldine Watson. August Rau, Geneva Lyman, Catherine Barrs. Robert Hilgeman, Ruth Matthews, Annie Goodson, Ralph Fields, Warren Kaler, Gladys Luster. Ethel Miller, Charles Stahlberg. Elton Cook, Kath- erine Kirksey. Kenneth Tuckey. Will lard Hart and Evans Felten.
 The freshmen girl reserves will hold initiation at the wv. e. A.. 234 West Monroe, Thursday evening from , to o'clock. There promises to be all.
 Christmas box for the Hopi Indian children at Toreva. Bring contri- buttons to the "Y' room. such things as dolls, canGy, hair ribbons. books, etc.
 Miss Edwards beginning classes are planning a Christmas program similar to the Thanksgiving program in which almost all the members took part. Spanish dialogues. jokes songs, short poems and stories gave pleasure to all. It is to be hoped that many of the parents will visit the classes the Thursday before Christmas.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15

and will doubtless find the Rialto crowded on both days of the engage men. a
 Starting Saturday, the Rialto an nounees a big double program, fea turing Thomas Meighan as the pie ture star, his vehicle being Para mounts adaptation of George M. Co., hans best known stage surcess. "A Prince There Was" and the added at traction, Bulger's comedy animal cir GUS, a headline attraction, featuring ponies, dogs, monkeys, burros, clowns, 'n'ev'rything. It will be the policy of the management to feature two shows in the afternoon and two in the evening, there being no perform ance between the hours of 5 and z during the engagement of the circus.
 This double program is easily one of the greatest values ever offered in a local house, and is bound to find a hearty response with the lovers of clean amusement.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15
MINIATURE CIRCUS
 ADDED ID PROGRAM
 FAT COLUMBIA TODAY

les sir A real miniature circus ,.., ,rl town today, Friday and Saturday. nhere- Why Mauk's Columbia tslea.er, of course. and all in addi- ason 10 the regular show with no ad- vance in prices"
 inconceivable as it sounds it is true In addition to Goldwyn's great snunrn interest story Poverty of Riches which by the way is now showing at the California theater in 5 Los Angeles. Cortilli's Famous Cir 3 GUS has been secured for three night performances and a Saturday after noon matinee.
 Georges trained dogs and goats are feature of the show, they seem =to possess human intelligence. Billed as the dogs that do everything they certainly fill the bill. This animal act is considered one of the best on The road today.
 tietta, billed as the Little Georgia Magnet, is seen in an illusion act that is way above the average. Viette
 Is. the lady that makes them fly and float in mid-air. This act will mys- tify the beholder.
 ] Cortilli, the worlds greatest aero bat and hand to hand balancer, late of Ringing Brothers circus, gives an exhibition of acrobatics and balanc- ing that is seldom seen outside the large circuses.
 Clowns will be on hand to amuse the kiddies and a special matinee has been arranged for them Saturday Afternoon at an admission price of u cents.
 In giving this unusual program with no advance in admission the Columbia is following their policy of giving the largest entertainment values possible at regular house prices. This policy is being appre- ciated by Phoenix theatergoers as witnessed by the increased patronage, and the management intends. if fur ther patronage will permit, to make the addition of acts of this nature a regular feature of the program.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15

prominent parts in this super pie ture which was written by LeRoy Scott. This fact insures a faith ful portrayal of the story.
 Following closely upon Goldwyn's "The Old Nest' and Dangerous Curve Ahead" Poverty of Riches" transcends even these masterpieces, and will live in the hearts of those who see it for a long long time.
 The message itcarries will wing its way straight to the heart of every woman in the audience because the problem it deals with in such a masterly manner. is one that has hampered civilization for many years.
 Ballroom Boys Comedy. a Ford Educational Weekly, and the Colum- bia orchestra are the augmenting features.
 Shown in connection with this all ready large program is Cortilli's cir GUS. This act is a real miniature circus and is offered a s an extra at traction at regular house prices.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15

Palace of Versailles, near Paris, is said to be the costliest ever built. danS
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15
DISCIPLINE GOOD
 1T STATE PRISON

Discipline is good at the state peni- tentiary at Florence in the opinion of Captain Rynning, superintendent, who was in the city from the prison town yesterday. Despite the fact that but few of the many applicants for Christmas paroles were granted by the board of pardons and paroles. the prisoners are not manifesting the unruly spirit that is making it. self felt at various penitentiaries throughout the country at this sea- son.
 While many of the prisoners are disappointed at not having paroles granted in order to spend the holi- days at home. they are in general sticking to the good behavior plan which is the hope of securing a re- lease when their minimum term ex- pires.
 Captain Rynning said that a spe- cial feast will be provided for Christ mas while an entertainment con- sisting of a picture show and boxing matches will be given on that day.
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Arizona republican., 1921-12-15

In ancient Roman times. mufic and dancing formed an important part of a girls education.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15
Columbia

Poverty of Riches" Geldwyn's great picture, which will be seen at Mauk's Columbia theater for the rest of the week, has been pronounced one of the greatest films on the age old problem of childless marriage ever filmed.
 A throbbing drama ripped from the book of life. Poverty of Riches" deals with the question: which is more important, wealth and power or children? Which is most essen tia1 to happiness, success or babies? Poverty of Riches" answers these questions in a fearless manner by contrasting the lives of two families, one poor in worldly goods. but boun- tifully wealthy in happiness derived from their children. while the other, rich beyond all necessity. as some measure riches, is seen by the ab- sence of babies to be infinitely poorer than its friends who had nothing.
 Poverty of Riches is portrayed by a real all star cast, every one of the leading characters having been starred in other pictures. Such play CTS as Richard Dix. Leatrice Joy. Louise Lovely, Irene Rich. John Bower and Dave Winter all have
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15
The FroIic

The big kid dance at the Frolic- this is the all absorbing topic of in ,terest with the dancers of the city for the affair promises to be one of the biggest of the holiday season and incidentally a great factor in Bringing together mass of toys which will be distributed to the poor kiddies on Christmas. As has been stated, the Frolic will admit everyone who brings a discard toy-free-the toy will be the price of admission.
 They will also donate a prize of five dollars to the best home dressed doll
Arizona republican., 1921-12-15

on Saturday afternoon and night and on Sunday the offering will be ''The Church and Its People" with four big rousing vaudeville specialties between the acts. At the modest admission price charged it is a big amusement bargain.
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1921-11-03

famed by the curse Of inordi-
nate ambition.
The resurrectcd story Of
Spurgin should be a lesson to
all. but IL will be needed by
none. Today il is "a mild topic
of conversation. Tomorrow il
will be forgotten.
Other Spurgins will arise,
and follow the pace. and be
dragged down to perdition by
the weight Of their transgres-
sions.
And we will continue to talk.
and forget. and wait for the
next sensation 10 break.
II is the microbc in the blood
of the aye-nothing more.
The microbe that transmits the
wickedness of the ancien,s TO
the children Of today.
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1921-11-03

All the students Of the school. Of
the county gathered a, the Lancaster
High School Saturday morning to
take par, IN the parade which was
given BY the children 81 IN. county.
The students of different schools
wore various colorci caps and car.
RED their banners The girls and
boys Of the Junior High 81 Lancaster
carried banner Of purple and gold.
wearing caps Of the same color,:
while the girls and boys - the Sen
Tor High carried q banner Of blue
and red. wearing caps Of the sane
color. The other grades wore eaps
and carried their banners. Our
school was well represented. having
abou, eighty per cent 81 our enroll.
ment present
The blue ribbon. however. Was car.
RED on by Gums Chapel. the prize
being ten dollars and we heartily
congratulate them on their splendid
representation.
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1921-11-03
Only A Product
Of The Age.
By r. W. Barber.

The heart Of man il suscep-
tible to many influences. but
that of woman is greatest of
them all.
A fair sample is the case of
Chicago's absconding bank
president, Spurgin. who was re-
Gently reported dead-very
dead. II was said Mt the time
that he had entered hell by
his own hand. but the report
was later denied. Perhaps the
devil wouldn't have him.
A good wife and daughters
were not enough for him. He
annexed an affinity and squan-
dered his depositors' money on
her. When exposure could be
no longer delayed he decamp.
ed with the banks funds.
With officers Of the law hot
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1921-11-03
In Memoriam OF
Judge A. D. Ford.

To lose "a friend Is the greatest 81
all our losses. for our most enduring
riches are our friends. Friends not
u day. hut friends that ~c Crap
pie TO Us with hoops Of steel. To
quote Emerson: The only way 20
have a friend is to be one" this was
ex~mpliied in the life Of Judge Ford.
OF him i, may be said. that those who
knew him best loved him most.
Abou; three years ago. my friend
in whose memory we are devoting
these few feeble words. realized the
serious condition Of his health and
learned that 1T any momen; the
dreaded summons might come. which
would take him away from his fam
lily. friends and all that is priced in
this life. With the quiet courage
which characterized his whole life.
he showed no anxiety and asked no
sympathy. lie was calm and com
posed. looking time and death in the
face; watching as u were, the last
sands as they poured out Of the down
turned glass Of life.
Death came 10 him as II should to
all Of Us, not ~ AN enemy but AS a
friend. not as a defeat but AS u vic
tory, not as an end but AS a begin
ming. not in the guise Of serpent
but in the form Of an angel. not as
lifc's curse but as life's coronation.
His life work il finished. his voice
is hushed. his feet no longer press
the sands Of ,Me: but those Of Us
with whom he mingled will until our
last days be grateful for having
known him. and I believe that We will
be broader. truer and better men be-
cause Of his sojourn with us
Sunset and the evening star
And one clear call for me,
And may there be no moaning Of the
bar
When ! put out to sea
But such tide as moving SCENE
asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the
boandless deep
Turns again home.
Twilight and the evening bell
And after that the dark.
And may there be- no sadness Of fare
well
When ] embark.
For tho from out our bourne Of
Time and Place
The floods may bear me far.
] hope to see my pilot face TO face
When ] have cross the bar.
w. u. Elliott.
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1921-11-03
matter Of bravado.

matter Of bravado.
Others-sood citizens-of-
ten carry them. but purely for
self protection against the bad
man who is ready "a shoot at
the first opportunity.
All are violators Of the law
of the land.
Ii the law against the carry
ing of concealed weapons were
rigidly enforced against every
person-and II the penalty
were changed to a penite ntiary
ofTcnsc-therc would be very
few murders and other out
RACES committed. The unarm-
ed man seldom commits a
criminal act.
Our law officers and courts
are going about the business of
stamping out crime in the
wrong manner.
Criminals have no fear of
the law against gun carrying.
A small fine has no terrors for
them. They pay IL and shove
the gun back in their pocket
again.
But serving year or two in
the pen would not be so easy
II would occupy too much time.
and wouldn't be altogether
comfortable.
And il the second or third
offense meant five or ten years
in limbo. we imagine the prac-
tice would soon cease entirely.
Al any rate. II wouldn't be
on the increase in the centers
of population and i'm many
country districts. as il is today.
The fellow who isn't salts
fed 10 fight with his fists should
be forced 10 let fighting alone.